Miscellaneous Topics and Notes from a 19th Century Paper
A collage of items including Nabob's visit to New York, a remedy for group, questions on Indian origins, Iowa legislature references, Josh Billingson Spring, Greeley meaning, literary curiosities, public service notes, constitutional tinkering, Swift locomotion, Braddock's Grave, Indian customs, business laws, a possible candidate, Iowa Tammany, James Fisk, California anecdotes, Orwig circular, and department notes on edge attendance and Grand Treasurer's report items followed by England trouble, God in the Constitution, compulsory education and local items.
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Vallindigham
Nabob
New York
Iowa
Josh Billingson
Greeley
Braddock
Press commentary on treaty dispute sparks varied editorial views
The Times foresees a surprise British move to enforce payment, the Tribune fears Americans will not be the main losers if England withdraws from the Washington treaty, and the World criticizes the administration for overreaching to gain party advantage, suggesting a bungled settlement if the treaty is repudiated.
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the Times
the Tribune
England
London and Washington debate Alabama claims tone
Telegraphic dispatches from London and Washington detail mixed British views on the Alabama claims and the planned Queen's speech. The London press considers arbitration and potential settlement, while U S senate debate focuses on civil rights amendments and amnesty, with party lines closely observed.
Fall of Camargo Reported as Revolt Spreads
Mexico New York Feb 4 The Heralds Matamoras special says Camargo fell to revolutionists Cortina moves toward Matamoras with Quiroga following carrying siege guns from Monterey Many young men flee to the American side to avoid conscription In Maramoras Uriste party that pillaged Bagdad was surprised at St Terez Uriste and five others were killed three wounded seven captured Prisoners brought here four to be shot tomorrow Artillery placed in fortifications Cortina reached Reynosa and Quirogas forces pursue Suspected sympathizers including ex Governor Aldreas Trevino ordered to leave city National guard now 400 armed Citizens prohibited from leaving the city Everything readied for active defence
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New York
Herald
Matamoras
Camargo
Cortina
Quiriga
Monterey
Maramoras
Sanchez Uriste
Bagdad
St. Terez
Uriste
National Guard
Reynosa
Quiroga
Safety Kerosene Lamp Safety Plan Described
A Scientific American correspondent outlines a kerosene lamp safety method. He crams the wick full, fills interstices with sponge, and saturates the unit, claiming continuous burning with oil in the wick. A two year old toppled a lamp once, causing only minor damage besides the glass, supporting the plan’s safety claim.
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Scientific American
Tragedy Near Sioux City In Remote Homestead
Two German settlers near Sioux City were found in their homestead, lying in each other’s arms. One victim was an old man, the other a youth, as authorities investigated a quiet frontier scene.
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Sioux City
Startling Indictment and Bible Excerpt in Odd Fellows Notice
A quote filled column from Ep. Democrat reprints a biblical indictment against Grant’s followers and warns of prophetic fulfillment. The piece then lists Odd Fellows meetings in Ottumwa, with notices from G. Ridgely and 1871 yearly report praising member growth, charity, and work for the distressed and orphan.
Economy and Fuel Savings for a Steamboat
A Cincinnati river man plans a new steamboat and seeks fuel cost savings. He studies boiler, valve, governor, grate, and lubricator ads claiming 43, 25, 15, 12, and 6 percent efficiency respectively. He concludes combining all would yield a revolutionary engine that could balance fuel for culinary use.
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Cincinnati
Journal Establishments and Suspensions in 1871
In 1871 Messrs. Coe, Wetherill & Co. records show 1,117 new journals begun including 87 dailies, 805 weeklies, 16 semi weekly, 10 tri weekly, 177 monthly, 15 semi monthly, and 7 quarterly. Publication suspensions reached 484, averaging about four new starts per day, with nearly a hundred starting each month.
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Messrs. Coe, Wetherill & Co
Enraged Dentistota Opposes Sumner Over Amendment Limits
A Wital dispatch reports Dentistota deeply enraged at Senator Sumner regarding an amendment limit. It claims the nation would move more swiftly if ex-Davis or Breckenridge supported Sumner, highlighting a heated political clash in Ioan Sumner.
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Sumner
Davis
Breckenridge
Ioan Sumner
Financial status of Grand Lodge and Encampment at Dubuque
Report of the Grand Treasurer shows starting balance and receipts totaling 1 328 50 with 124 05 paid out and a balance on hand of 2 204 45 leaving both Grand bodies on a good financial footing.
Attendance at the Lodge and Its Punctual Role
A 19th century meditation urges lodge members to annual resolve in punctual attendance. It links regular meetings to welfare of the order and moral life, warns against infrequent visitors, and stresses loyalty to God country family and self.
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Gate of Heaven
Punctual Attendance as Reform for 1872 Lodge Meetings
The speaker urges punctuality at lodge meetings to curb unworthy applicants and remove slights by those who abandon duties after attaining honors. He warns against officers who neglect regalia or leave active service after reaching top positions. Reform begins with self discipline and setting a good example for the new year, urging punctual attendance in 1872.
Opposition Within The Missouri Policy and Democratic Unity
A 1872 Missouri Policy pamphlet argues the Democratic Party should stay united on its core Jeffersonian principles. It criticizes splitting with conservatives, warns against passive opposition, and stresses preserving party identity and constitutional ideals amid ongoing political shifts.
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Sam. B. Evans
Missouri
Democratic Party
Jefferson
Sioux City Becomes First Class Money Order Office
Sioux City has been designated a first class money order office and the deposit office for Dakota territory, expanding its postal and financial services.
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Sioux City
Dakota Territory
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Odd Fellows
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Ottumwa
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Odd Fellws Hall
Main
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A. F. Hoppy
C. B. Hendershorrt
Ottemwa Lodge
Odd Fellows Hall
L. J. Allen
James L. Ridgely
Chicago
United Labors
Grand Lodge
Dubuque
G. L
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