The Storm of Monday Causes Rail Toll and Tolls in Essex
The Central Railroad suffered severe damage with one life lost. A freight train crossing a culvert near Newmarket was undermined and rerouted, embankment collapse sent two cars tumbling, killing brakeman Dutch Andrew. Essex County Democratic Convention set for Sept 21 at City Hotel Newark with ward meetings Sept 18. Governor candidates listed. education views urged. map of Essex County praised. local promotion for Mr. Evans store and factory. statistical note on New York crime and education.
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Central Railroad
Newmarket
Westfield
Dutch Andrew
Essex County
City
Newark
The Webster Case and the Law of Mercy
A Victorian plea on punishment and humanity in the wake of Prof. Webster’s crime. The text argues for modifying penalties over harsh retribution, favoring mercy while preserving justice, and reflects on the public impact of the Boston tragedy. It includes an undelivered private letter from Webster to Rev. Parkman expressing contrition and seeking forgiveness.
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Webster
Boston
Parkman
Boston Transcript
Dr Parkman
Geo Parkman
Prof
de. Panxman
Webster letter asks for family assurance and contrition
A fragmentary letter requests consolation for the receiver and their family, expressing heartfelt prayers and suggesting a sense of remorse. Signed J W Webster, the message implies a personal appeal and familial concern amid a broader context of misfortune.
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Reepy
J. W. Webster
Arrival of Jenny Lind Sparks Massive New York Welcome
Crowds gathered along the canal and Lower Manhattan as the Swedish soprano Jenny Lind arrived aboard the Atlantic. She rode from the ship amid flowers and cheering, with a serenade planned at midnight by a 200-piece band and a battalion of firemen on Broadway.
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Lind
Queen Victoria
Ho - Ferry
Bessem
Westel
Mdlle
Mdlle Ahamansen
Irving House
Streem
Mdlle Lind
Mollle
Broadway
Much Mp
Reform advocates bid for liberal New Jersey leaders
The Camden readers urge electing two reform-minded figures, Thomas D. Hoxey and a fellow Democrat, to advance a liberal stance in the next legislature. They praise plans for a more democratic county delegation and urge subscriptions to the Palmfield Gazette at ten shillings a year for distant readers.
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Passaic of Avaree
Thomas D. Hoxey
New Jersey
Palmfield
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Burlington
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Hudson
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Wm. A. Newell
Congress
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Hunterdon
Democrats
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New Brunswick
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Atlantic
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Lasetti
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Offane
Ube
Italy
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Naples
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