Pass for destitute family exposes railroad charity
A Idaho or Oregon family of five arrived destitute and sought a railroad pass to Ogden. After the mother offered her last dollar for a burial, the Central Pacific granted a free pass for the living and the corpse to Ogden, then East. The episode sparks debate on corporate souls and press behavior.
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Rich Silver Reef camp urged for investors and lumber help
The writer extols Silver Reef mining as richest on the coast but lacking capital and mills. Lumber sells for $40 per thousand, and investors are urged to bring money and buyers. Many arrive poor, so bring funds to sponsor operations and spring rush. Also notes theater fire-proofing tests and legislative moves on telegraphic dispatches and a Pembina Territory name change.
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Desert reclamation schemes spark regional windmill talk
Beav er area debate rages over turning sagebrush desolation into productive land. Illinois man Warnock promotes windmill backed projects while Billy Asay’s auger finds water and others push for action. Local papers report mining patent disputes and a hospital leg amputation after a shotgun accident.
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Senators Adjourn and Courts Rule in Turbulent Election Day
The Senate and Republican House adjourned sine die while the Democratic House meets secretly. The Supreme Court sustains Drews demurrer and orders recanvass of returns, a Democratic victory. Washington dispatches claim mandamus to revise counts and favor Democrats, with mixed legal opinions among Republicans.
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Scattered Dispatches Include Polygamy Sentence and Comic Blunders
The Salt Lake Tribune reports Elder Alonzo Colton’s five year polygamy sentence amid satire on Mormon life. Other notes joke about doctor attempts, canine fights, and odd medicine labels as Reno Gazette details an ill man and a misread powder instruction.
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Telegraph Special From Western Union Line
Telegraph dispatch reports on the Western Union Line with field notes and terse status updates conveyed to the Piochenko area.
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John Kelley to retire from Tammany leadership in January
A late dispatch notes John Kelley will retire from the Tammany leadership in January. Reports from various cities, including Amex town and New Orleans, cover editor changes, a hanging in Staterville, and political testimonies on election day with threats and tally disputes.
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Disorder in Pacific Coast Stock as Crowded Kearny Brims with Holiday Trade
Kearny street crowds for holiday goods amid brisk business despite dull times. Stock Board opens steady then near close prices rise on broker support with Crown Point Ophir and Imperial selling off at call. Barber death and Carter refusal to discuss motive noted. Diptheria deaths surge to 141 in six weeks. Near Suasta John A. Toney Frank Chapman and John Allen jailed for stage robbery with 21 4 and 24 year terms.
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Negotiations Continue on Bulgaria Occupation
The report states that serious discussions are ongoing for Bulgarian troops to occupy Bulgaria. The passage also notes a dismissive view of inquiries into whether the award was excessive and the possibility of returning the appropriated balance. Brussels December 23.
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Emperor William closes Parliament with a peaceful mediation pledge
Beaurm reports Emperor William ends the session with a throne speech urging continued friendly mediation by powers on the Eastern question. He hopes the negotiations and peaceful aims will lead to resolution while preserving Germany relations. Lennox notes the Geneva award surplus and Times on U S Congress role in indemnity funds.
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