The Whig newspaper proposal in Quincy Illinois
The Whig announces publication in Quincy Illinois promising telegraphic news from the Associated Press and special telegrams, with market reports, a strict set of editorial standards, and wide circulation. Subscriptions and club rates are listed with payment by post or registered mail to proprietor Daniel Wilcox. Correspondence from readers urged with name and address.
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Quincy
Illinois
Wate
Ita Columna
Toe Wire
Ths
Ccc
Sens Eneeceeenee
Daniel Wilgox
Quincy, Ilinois
The Quincy Gig and Fire Ladder Tragedy
A telegraphic note recalls a fatal accident in New York City involving a Scott Ada fire ladder, blamed on brittle timber and prompting calls for criminal indictments against its makers. The column then critiques Chicago’s preacher imports, discusses cotton prospects in several states, drought effects in July and August, and mentions Texas drought relief and insect concerns for the year’s crop.
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New York City
New York
Nordhoff on Georgia Republicans and black disfranchisement
Charles Nordhoff critiques Georgia Republicans noting near absence of white voters beyond federal officeholders and widespread black disfranchisement through tax neglect. He cites a federal officer who seeks office via black support, observes demagogues and split races, and notes peaceful outcomes where two parties competed for the black vote.
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New York Herald
Georgia
Charles Nordhoff
Republican Party
Nordhoff
Nisjo
Georgia color line drives state politics divides parties
The piece argues Republicans have empowered Democrats and a crowded Democratic governor race may ruin an independent candidate. It notes black and white leaders from both parties uphold the color line to control Georgia politics. Gov. Smith says state politics won’t settle until the color line is broken.
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Georgia
Gov. Smith
Fire reveals hydrant shortage in city blaze
A fire last night exposed a critical hydrant shortage in the business district. Citizens and firefighters struggled as steamers drew from cisterns and long hose runs, risking wider destruction of the Market-house and surrounding commerce. The piece urges additional hydrants to lessen future risk.
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Quincy
Fourth
Hampshire
Third
Maine
Vermont
Third Street
Courthouse Location Debate Could Show Final Board Decision
The Board of Supervisors actions on courthouse location near Jefferson Square may sway county and city voters. Many who opposed removal may accept the Board’s recent move as final and vote against the relocation, given the offer of a free site and the petition signatures already collected. Local leaders urged opposing factions to remain vigilant and treat the yesterday decision as final.
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Board of Supervisors
Jefferson Square
Dare Mumbers
Thors
Polly
Coatsburg
View of Newark NY celluloid explosion risks
The fragment warns celluloid products like teeth and brushes are typically safe but highly flammable. It notes celluloid burns rapidly and releases inflammable gas. Instructions suggest cooling a burning item in water and seeking open air, with emergency fire department contact.
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Newark
Oue
Paing
Celluloid Safety Claims Stir Comfort Over Explosions
The report asserts sealed hatchways on a burning ship to keep out air and gas, suggesting celluloid brushes billiard balls and teeth could be used with little danger. It reassures that celluloid will not explode, easing fear of fatal midnight concussions and clarifying what caused deaths, all while keeping precautions in mind.
Board of Supervisors hears protest on courthouse plan
A protest from competing architects challenges Mr McKean's courthouse plan adopted yesterday. Board members value expert input and will ensure safety and practicality before proceeding. The discussion touches on architectural standards and a governor’s or judge’s remark on school desegregation rules.
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Board of Supervisors
McKean
Tun Wuta
Supreme Court in Brooklyn Rules Against Segregated School Admission
In a Brooklyn Supreme Court decision Judge Gilbert denied a mandamus to admit a colored child to a white school. He held public common schools are a state charity with conditions. segregation by race does not violate state or federal constitutions, noting separate schools do not prove discrimination and that local boards may distinguish by gender or race if aligned with statutory authority. The ruling emphasizes the Civil Rights Act and New York statutes governing school assignments.
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Board of Education
Gilbert
Supreme Court
Brooklyn
New York
William S. Johnson
San
Johnson
United States
Brooklyn Board of Education
Counterfeiters Busted in Quincy Operation
Police cracked a counterfeit ring after a prisoner implicated Carter and a Ballard House room-mate. Detectives seized moulds, a workbench, and six counterfeit fifty cent pieces dated 1472. Other suspects Willis and Payne were arrested as inquiries continue.
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Quincy
Ballard House
Fourth and
Vermont Street
Isis
Carter
Kroner
Dallas
Jersey Street
Pitth
Sixth
Swedel
William Willis
Ninth Street
Hampshire
Vermont
Jack Payne
Schell
Sour
Dubuque
Paine
Colored preacher arrested for stealing ham in Mississippi
A bizarre local crime report notes a colored preacher from Mississippi jailed for theft of a ham, while the town wonders why no one has erected a tent for him. Other items include payroll figures for Lyons Railway in France, a claim about the Titch-Sherman necklace in New York, and assorted curiosities from politics to literature.
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Mississippi
Lyons Railway Company
France
Egypt
New York
Balfour
Mir. Bergh
Janes Wharton
Sacramento
China
United States
Windsor and Annapolis
Nova Scotia
Longfellow
Basin
Evangeline
The Fair. Speed Trials After Signal Confusion
At HUSMANY SmaLnton Park on Sept 20 enthusiasts witnessed two trials for speeders. Jones entered two ponies winning the stake in 1:03 as pools opened near five to one. Rowett entries also drew strong bets with several performances drawing a large crowd on the first day.
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Jones
Husmany
SmaLnton Park
Farlonge
P. P
T. M. Jones
B. Ec. Springfield
T.ul. Jones
A. Pr. Sanjarez
TL. Rowett
F. Belle Davis
R&t
Rowett
Fair Day Two Brings Crowds and Races to Quincy
The second day of the Fair opens bright and clear with growing attendance. Exhibits in the main hall impress visitors while trotting and pacing events attract turf fans. Officials warn about admission passes and gate procedures as crowds inspect the Exhibition Hall and fountains. Local merchants display goods and horsemen from Cleveland and Rochester arrive to challenge purses. Police report small arrests and a runaway boy is reunited with his father.
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Gurney
Geo. W. Bristol
Exhibition Hall
Quincy
Stock Exhibition At Amphitheatre Opens Early
The stock display ran 10:00 to 1:00 with a small show of cattle including milch cows and Ayrshires. W H Bon nesson won top premiums on Ayrshire and Hoosier Colfax bull, HL Little won milch cows blue ribbon, Jacks three years old and over went to Bennett of Adams Co. Theodore Croft of Liberty, Adam Co. best male 3+ years. Horses exhibited with many entries. W H Payson of Adams Co. won best horse years old and over. Fred Hilcomb of Bushnell won the 4 years and under prize. Nickells Quin cy and Floyd Macomb split top honors for 2–3 years old. Coffield Camp Point won best yearling stallion after a close call with Gaulthith Clayton. Blue ribbon awarded to Madden of Balls Co. Mo. for horse colts. From the fair grounds, Whig Telegram reports trotting race: Jeff won heat in 2:42, Loafers, Ross, Billy Stone placed, with a protest against Loafer's driver for not aiming to win.
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Singleton
Morris
Quincy
Bad Doble
Goldsmith Maid
St. Jam
Clementine
Gov. Sprague
Sprague
Buffalo
Quincey
Fields
Cleveland
Fuller
Rochester
George Williams
Barker
Icky
McCann
Billy Wilkins
Dick Mack
Rosa Frey
Mount Sterling
Rockenfield
Dickhut
W. H. Bonneson
Jacks
Theodore Croft
Liberty
Adam Co
W. H. Payson
Adams County
Fred Hilcomb
Bushnell
Ills
J. M. Nickells
B. F. Floyd
Macomb
Nickells
Thomas Coffield
Camp Point
A. F. Cgalltith
Clayton
Coflluld
Heautica
J. M. Harris
Adams
Adams Co
J. H
Hace's Barsase Lag Claims Life Saving Remedy
An advertisement touts Hace's Barsase Lag as a universal remedy for coughs colds consumption and throat and respiratory diseases. It asserts the remedy never fails and is priced at $1.00 per bottle, promising it could save thousands of citizens from untimely graves.
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Hace
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