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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1869

Page

2

Rail route proposal spans fertile midwest counties

The proposed railroad corridor would run through Iowa and Nebraska regions, estimating a regional population near half a million and connecting with the Union Pacific at Omaha. The route favors eastern and southern counties, with rich timber, prairie, and coal deposits, promising extensive trade with Quincy and broader national links.

Towa Nebraska Union Pacific Railroad Omaha Adair Sullivan Quincy PennVest

Springfield meridian project linked to total eclipse

Prof. Austin of the Smithsonian Institute arrives in the city to establish a new Springfield meridian line aiding solar eclipse observations on August 7. The line is measured 150 feet west of the state house dome center to align with the eclipse path, with a competent Washington-deployed crew to observe what may be a landmark celestial event. The eclipse will begin at sunrise over the Pacific, progress across Siberia and Alaska, sweep through Minnesota Iowa Illinois Kentucky North Carolina and Newbern before ending over the Atlantic.

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A G Templar Lodge Organized in DeKalb County

Fragmentary notice notes the organization of a Good Templar Lodge in DeKalb County near Maysville and mentions the completion of a railroad to Richmond and a bridge at Kansas. Names and details are incomplete and uncertain.

Good Templar’s Lodge Maysville DeKalb County Sfrack Ste ‘Louis St. Joseph Richmond Bridgeysimiar Kansas Gilbe Misvat Feonviles

Brandreth’s Pills Promoted For Bright Health In 19th Century Ad

An old advertisement touts Brandreth’s Pills as a universal remedy for indigestion heartburn sour stomach constipation and general bodily weakness. It praises safety vegetable composition and claims long use with widespread physician approval. Sold by druggists with a 60 cent price per box and address at 811 Broadway.

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