Landis Declared Sane and Freed from Restraints
The Philadelphia Times reports Mr Landis has recovered from insanity and been pronounced sane by Judge Reed at Bridge ton, no longer subject to restraints. The note adds that insanity can recur and mentions Edith Farrington in New York with a trunkful of love letters from prominent men. Marcus Greenwalt, a serial husband, is described from Philadelphia to Fort Wayne with four marriages, an assault indictment, and possible bigamy prosecutions while his long wanderings endanger further legal trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landis
Jersey
Edith Farrington
New York
Marcus Greenwalt
Marcus
Philadelphia
Chicago
Ohio
Greenwalt
Grush
Allen County
Cedar Creek Township
Fort Wayne
Benedict
Auburn
Death of Charlotte Cushman End of an Era on Stage
The telegraph announced Miss Cushman died at 9 10 on Thursday morning. Born July 23 1816 in Boston she rose from singer at 12 to a leading actress famed for Lady Macbeth and Meg Merrilies. Her career spanned England and America with celebrated performances and a lasting influence on drama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte Cushman
Miss Cushman
Charlotte 5
Cushman
Boston
Mass
Tremont Theatre
England
London
Bianca
Millman
Fazio
Meg Merrilles
Guy Manering
Echoes of the Past and the Need for Divine Comfort
A reflective sermon on memory and longing for God’s presence. The speaker laments distant faith, urges the divine to dwell as a personal friend, and emphasizes God’s care for everyday life from primroses to cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Earth
Polo gains footing in America and Richmond urged to form club
The article extols polo as a new Indian sport that captivates the public with speed and skill. It describes seven per side on agile horses, bamboo mallets, and a hardwood ball, noting the dangerous, thrilling action and the need for disciplined horsemanship. The author urges Richmond young men to form a polo club to train for an American championship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
Richmond
America
Washington Gossip Sparks Writer Fraternity Debate
The piece notes delight at Washington gossip from the Cincinnati Commercial and other papers revealing reporters and their companions. It criticizes reporters for listing guests with grand titles and seeks discretion amid a growing mutual admiration among journalists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ramsdall
Cincinnati
Guild of Writers
White
Baltazzi Effendi
Edward Thornton
C. B
British Empire
Mr. Jones
Spottsville
Mr. Pilcher
Tangletown
Delicate Handling Of Social News Praised And Warned
The piece warns that social news gathering can be invasive and misused. It argues reporters should avoid prying into dignitaries and emphasize respectful, careful coverage rather than sensational detail.
Scramble for Indiana Republican Chair Is Led by Ambitious Entries
The piece notes a dozen candidates seeking the Indiana Republican State Central Committee chair, citing past chairmen Ham Conner, John W. Foster, and Thomas S. Brady who each gained high appointive offices, suggesting the next appointee may receive a fat post if a Republican president is elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican State Central Committee
Heaven
Ham Conner
Indianapolis
John W. Foster
Mexico
Thomas S. Brady
Atlanta Invitation for West and Northwest Trade Leaders
The Mayor of Atlanta and the President of the Board of Trade invite Councils Boards of Trade and editors from the West and Northwest to a March 15 gathering in Atlanta. Likely Nashville delegates will join. Free transport Nashville to Atlanta and hotel discounts offered. Details too long for publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta
Georgia
Board of Trade
Boards of Trade
West
Northwest
Nashville
Senator Christiancy Marriage Provokes Scarred Opinion
A St. Louis newspaper commentary mocks the marriage of Senator Christiancy, lamenting an eighteen to twenty year old girl marrying a sixty year old man. It argues young poor women may fare better as the companion of a rich elder than a poor young man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Christiancy
Don Pedro and Queen Teresa Christina to Visit U S
The Emperor of Brazil Don Pedro and Queen Teresa Christina will travel to the United States on April 1. He brings one million dollars in gold as pocket money and plans to spend about half at the Centennial and the rest on travels across the country. He expects a cordial reception, and notes a stamp difference with King Kalakaua who visited from Hawaii.
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Don Pedro
Brazil
Teresa Christina
United States
Kalakaua
Sandwich Islands
Counterclaim on Centennial Exhibition Origin
Rowell's Newspaper Reporter disputes Col. M. R. Muckle of the Philadelphia Ledger as proposer of the International Exhibition at Fairmount Park in 1869. Prof. Campbell of Crawfordsville, secretary of the Centennial Board, is asserted as the true originator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowell
M. R. Muckle
Philadelphia Ledger
Fairmount Park
Philadelphia
Campbell
Crawfordsville
Centennial Board
Enquirer urges Democrats to back Landers for Governor
The Cincinnati Enquirer urges Indiana Democrats to nominate Mr Landers for Governor noting he is the Independents nominee. It warns Democrats to join Landers platform or risk aiding the Republican candidate, stressing alignment on key issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
Indiana
Mr. Landers
Enquirer
Landers
Lander
Frank Landers Sparks Stir in Indianapolis Journal
The Indianapolis Journal reports Frank Landers is creating a notable buzz as discussions or actions around him generate strong public interest and reaction in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Journal
Frank Landers
Landers Stock Backing Satirized in Gubernatorial Debate
The Greenback candidate for Governor is criticized for owning $5,000 in National Bank stock while opposing banks. The piece argues his investments show patriotism and conviction on money issues. It notes Browne's likely nomination in the district and comments on Purdue University leadership and Indiana history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landers
Beecher and Tilton feud seen through quarreling spouses
Mr. Beecher asserts Mrs. Tilton is pure as snow while Mrs. Beecher proclaims her husband innocent as a newborn babe. Despite these mutual declarations both women glare at each other and avoid speaking, highlighting a striking rift behind claimed virtue.
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Mr. Beecher
Mrs. Tilton
Mrs. Beecher
Senator Jones Welcomes Baby Girl in Nevada
The Nevada senator and his young wife celebrate the birth of a baby girl about a year into their marriage. He expresses deep affection for the child, praising her as priceless beyond all wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Jones
Nevada
George W Childs Advances Centennial Interests
George W Childs of the Philadelphia Ledger works hard to promote Centennial events beyond writing poetry for obituaries. His latest achievement secures a section of the picket fence claiming that George Washington tore his trousers as a boy, a detail highlighted as part of his enterprising efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Childs
Philadelphia Ledger
George Washington
Mr. Childs
Witnesses allege Babcock money from whisky ring
Several persons swear they saw Babcock receive money from the whisky ring while his lawyers claim thousands of men will testify they never saw him. They note public figures Boss Grant and Boss Shepherd are also involved or opposed, shaping interest in the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babcock
Boss Grant
Boss Shepherd
Insane President of Pennsylvania Supposedly Debated
The Pennsylvania road president faces deposition over alleged insanity. A Philadelphia bridge burned and rebuilt for $65,000, but final cost was $62,485, with a $2,506 overpayment returned to the Mayor. An asylum is suggested for the man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Road
Philadelphia
Brooklyn school board rules married women must resign
A Brooklyn school board order declares that any married woman teacher must forfeit her position, treating marriage as a disqualification for teaching. The remark implies married women are less capable to support a family than their single counterparts.
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Brooklyn School Board
Hendricks to Speak in New Orleans on Farming and Politics
Eminent agrarian Thomas A. Hendricks will travel to New Orleans to advise Louisiana granters on farming as an art and politics as a science. He has long been on the fence and aims to share substantial insights on both topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas A. Hendricks
New Orleans
Louisiana Grangera
Hendricks
Ben Yeast Facter Funds Massachusetts Academy
California philanthropist Benjamin Yeast Facter donates 50000 dollars for the erection of an academy in a Massachusetts town. The notable donor is praised as a benevolent benefactor, with many papers remarking on his initials Ben Y Facter.
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California
Benjamin Yeast Facter
Massachusetts
Ben. Y. Facter
Babcock Case Hinges on Final Ruling
The outcome rests on the judge’s final ruling. Whether acquittal or conviction follows, the verdict will stand upon the re verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babcock
Enclosure Letter Noted In Joyce Correspondence
A fragment notes that the writer told Joyce of an enclosure received, while Joyce typically did not include enclosures to parties outside the ring. The item highlights a minor peculiarity in Joyce's correspondence habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joyce
Rinig
Kansia Population Boom Reported in 19th Century
The article notes Kansia’s population rising from 8,000 in 1855 to 531,000 in 1875, calling the growth highly remarkable and nearly unprecedented for a state. It highlights the extraordinary demographic surge over two decades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansia
Editor’s View on the Independent State Convention
The Free Press editor, a convention member, denounces the body as ragamuffins republicators confidence men and idols, expressing strong disapproval of its makeup. He sat in the convention and voices scorn for its participants and proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Chicago Times
Independent State Convention
Free Press
Fie
Gatling’s North Carolina birth links to Hoosier invention claim
The text notes that Richard Gatling was born in North Carolina but, during the invention and patenting of his renowned weapon, he was a citizen of Sescent and identified with Hoosier invention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gatling
North Carolina
Chandler mocks Senator over victory and marriage clash
Zach Chandler ridicules Senator Christianiy claiming the rival’s punishment for his past defeat, and jokes about the young wife making the elder regret his life.
Death Claims Two Kentucky Lottery Managers
Webster the late manager of the Kentucky State Lottery died on Friday and Governor Bramlette, the first manager, died with the lottery harness on. Verily the way of the lottery managers is strewn with death.
Speaker Kerr Temporarily Leaves Chair for Rest
Ill health forces Speaker Kerr to step down from the chair and go home to New Albany for rest. S. 8. Cox elected Speaker pro tem to fill the duties temporarily.
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Kerr
New Albany
S. 8
Cox
Illustrious Louisville Editor Watterson Ill at Home
Henry Watterson of the Louisville Courier Journal is seriously ill but his paper shows improvement. Baron Padmanhoff, a famed German journalist, is placed in editorial charge during the illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Watterson
Louisville Courier-Journal
Baron Padmanhoff
Threats of a Daily Paper From Nuisance Brick Pomeroy
A consumate nuisance Brick Pomeroy threatens to publish a daily paper. He claims liabilities of 800000 dollars and assets a suit of clothes with no extra garments, yet can do almost anything.
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Brick Pomeroy
Jay Gould Stricken by Illness Loses Eyebrows
New York Herald principal owner Jay Gould cannot walk off on his eyebrows due to illness though he retains sufficient muscle to hold his vest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay Gould
The
New York Herald
Berlin Imperial Band Visits for Centennial
Herr Biles accompanies the Berlin Imperial Band on its visit to our Centennial event. The band shows disregard for the centennial milestone and would leave Biles at home during the visit.
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Herr Biles
Berlin
Imperial Band
Biles
Secretary Jewell Withdraws From Cabinet Race
The Secretary announces withdrawal from the Connecticut Senatorship bid, warning against a fate akin to Belknap and urging caution before pursuing the office.
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Jewell
Congress Quietly Delays New Mint Debate
Congress will say nothing further about a new mint during this session as Indianapolis and Chicago nurse their wrath for a short time. The terse note hints at ongoing tensions between cities and federal policy while lawmakers pause action.
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Congress
Indianapolis
Chicago
Geological specimen sent to Congress from Connecticut district
The article notes that David A. Wells is involved in forwarding an ancient geological specimen to Congress representing the Third Connecticut District.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David A. Wells
Congress
Connecticut
Democrats clamor for Holman after Sanders nomination
The nomination of Sanders triggers renewed pressure within the regular Democrats for Holman to run as a candidate for governor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sanders
Holman
Resignation Offer From Minister Schenck Reported
The minister Schenck has offered his resignation and the President should accept it when he sees it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schenck
Annie Dickinson Reported In Good Health At Hundredth Year
The notice says Annie Dickinson, in the seventh hundredth year of her age, is reported as in good health. The brief item offers no further details on residence or context.
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Annie Dickinson
Indianapolis businessmen ascend the flume with excess funds
Several more Indianapolis business men have ascended the flume. There is too much money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Maine Legislature Abolishes Capital Punishment
The Maine Legislature has passed a law abolishing capital punishment, ending the death penalty in the state. The measure shifts to governor approval and will affect future executions and sentencing practices statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Pratt declines nomination for Governor again yesterday
Commissioner Pratt refused a gubernatorial nomination again yesterday, signaling ongoing political calculations and the continuation of his public service role. The move preserves existing political dynamics and avoids a gubernatorial bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt
Texas Pacific Subsidy Faces A Small Cloud
A historical notice notes Texas Pacific subsidy is under a cloud with scrutiny or questions about its status, signaling potential policy or financial concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Pacific
Poker-playing Schenck Likely Remains In Post Despite Press
Report indicates Schenck had not resigned as of press time, with observers awaiting formal confirmation and possible developments on leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schenck
Monument Placed Over Grave Of Vallandigham
A new monument has been placed over the grave of Clement Vallandigham, commemorating his prominence as a political figure and lawyer. The ceremony drew local residents and officials paying respects at the burial site.
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Vallandigham
Parker Pillsbury Visits Indianapolis
The veteran reformer Parker Pillsbury makes a promotional stop in Indianapolis during his tour, meeting local supporters and discussing temperance and social reform efforts. He speaks at a public event highlighting ongoing civic and religious activism.
Cleveland in Nine Million Debt Sorrow Despite Wealth
The city of Cleveland faces nine million dollars of debt while officials acknowledge budget gaps. Residents express concern as financial strain limits services and future projects amid fiscal scrutiny.
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Cleveland
Murder of Moritze Look In South City
A German named Moritze Look was shot in his bed four miles south of the city shortly after midnight. Mrs Look and two hired men witness a bloodied bed and a door left open as Look dies from a wound above the ear. The crime, motive uncertain, involved missing pocket-book and no household alarm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moritze Look
Look
Lock
How Scandal Grows and Travels in Morrisville
A Morrisville clerical scandal starts from a forty six cent purchase and a two dollar bill. Rumors spread that Pastor Shields was a veteran till-tapper, but the church traced the tale to its start. The storekeeper and clerks explained the incident and a vote of confidence calmed the village.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrisville
Shields
The Sodtay ilEy in Paris Sealed by Strict Surveillance
The New York World letter notes tight oversight of women seeking to enter the profession in Paris. Officials urge rescission with offers of work and return to distant parents while describing the cruel life. Many yield, but some persist, stepping into a fate of horror and abomination.
Brave Mendota Boy Survives 25-Foot Well Fall
A boy under eight, son of Mrs. Ahearn of Mendota, fell into a 25 foot deep well with 12 feet of water. He rode a temporary windlass down and, after two submersions, miraculously climbed the stone well wall to reach the surface. He was chilled but unharmed and cried God bless God.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mendota
Long-ago clues to tragedy shift to finances
A historical note contrasts old practices of probing ponds and hanging places after a mysterious disappearance with modern investigators starting by examining the suspect’s bank accounts.
Tennessee giant James Horner grows from boy to seven foot nine
The Somerville Falcon reports Perry County Tennessee resident James Horner known as the Tennessee giant. At eighteen he stood six feet tall and weighed 180 pounds. By twenty four he wore size stockins six feet nine. Now at thirty one he reaches seven feet nine and continues growing about two inches yearly though he weighs 223 pounds. He prefers walking, often traveling twelve miles to Linden and back for meals.
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Perry County
Tennessee
James Horner
Fie
Linden
Leap year romance shocks Fairhaven widow in marriage offer attack
Miss Belle Harper of Fairhaven West Virginia shoots a man after he declines marriage. The piece notes social contrasts and local chatter about women fashion and courtship in Creeden, highlighting stark gender norms and frugal habits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Belle Harper
Fairhaven
West Virginia
Woman pastor longing cited by Plymouth parishioner
An elderly woman in green spectacles left Plymouth meeting exclaiming in relief and regret that much wear and worrit could have been spared if the pastor had been born a woman, illustrating local sentiment reported by the Brooklyn Argus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plymouth Meeting
Brooklyn Argus
Surprise party plan ends with an empty house
A Rockville Connecticut woman invited friends for a surprise party at her home after receiving a note. She agreed and prepared by removing her carpet. When evening arrived no one came, and the surprise was on her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockville
Reader Declines to Be Noted in Death Notices
A country editor receives a letter stating after six months of reading the paper no acquaintances have died and asking for the writer's name to be erased from any death notices. The tone is polite but firm, reflecting a desire to avoid obituaries for uninterested individuals.
Southampton boy ends life after predicting world's end
A twelve year old Southampton boy told his brother he wished to see their mother who had died eight years earlier and that the world would end in September. He then bequeathed his books to his brother and took a dose of carbole acid, dying instantly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southampton
Washington Cabinet Shakeup Speculation Floods Washington
Rumors swirl that the entire Cabinet may be re assembled with Bristow to resign and Pierrepont to replace Schenck in St James while Chandler advances to Bristow’s post amid broad Washington speculation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bristow
Pierrepont
St. James
Robert C. Schenck
Chandler
Washington City
Chicago inventor coins Sunday evening parlor chairs
A Chicago genius introduces Sunday evening parlor chairs designed for two people. The device is not meant as a lover’s chair, since lovers can fit in ordinary chairs without complaints, the Norristown Herald reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Norristown Herald
Chicago Laughs as Mint Expansion is Declared Unnecessary
The Committee on Coinage decides no new mint is needed, keeping branches out of St. Louis Indianapolis and Columbus. Chicago jokes at the decision and claims those cities cannot claim the coveted mint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Committee On Coinage
St. Louis
Indianapolis
Columbus
Melodrama Joke Highlights Discovery Paradox
The passage mocks dramatic villains who yell about being discovered while an audience member knows the hero will be found anyway. It notes the absurdity of a villain fearing exposure when the outcome is obvious to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Villian
Prince of Wales Receives Cashmere Sword Gift
The Maharajah of Cashmere presents Prince Albert Edward with a sword valued at 50000 dollars. The Maharajah of Indore plans a larger gift of 250000 dollars but settles on 25000 dollars. It is noted the Rajah holds 25000000 dollars in his palace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince of Wales
Indore
Albert Edward
Weather Diary Excerpt From 1828 February
An 1828 diary note states February 29 as the last day of February with the warmest wet winter the writer recalls. Wheat and grass grew all winter, with no snow and little frost, and unusually warm, wet weather for the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Culpepper
Secret telegraph nomenclature in presidential relations
The article explains that Babcock and Luckey used cat to mean Grant and rat to mean Bristow in a covert telegraph scheme. It notes that confidential Secretaries compared the President Bristow dynamic to the cat rat relationship, reflecting mutual safety and convenience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babcock and Luckey
Cat
Grant
Bristow
Six Spectators Pick Blaine in Republican Ticket Fight
The Six Spectators of the Boston Journal nominate Mr. Blaine for president as the Republican candidate and Mr. Hendricks for the Democratic ticket. Blaine is elected by a large majority. The convention of both parties and the election will proceed as scheduled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Boston Journal
Mr. Blaine
Mr. Hendricks
Actor Falls From Stage Trap at Exit
An actor slipped through a loose trap while leaving the stage. Emergency crews arrived as the performer recovered. A wag teased him with a joke about clap-trap maneuvers, prompting a quick, defiant reply that he would not undertake anything without going through.
Satirical Comment on Fashion and Beauty Models
Mr. Punch voices approval of current ladies fashion praising two renowned beauties the Venus de Medici and the Venus de Hottenpot. The remark highlights the era's playful take on elegance and prominent female idealized figures in a wit filled mock critique.
Tales from Bologna
A cryptic note circulates about tales from Bologna with references to misprints and editions. The text hints at curiosity over a published title and questions the accuracy of its wording.
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Indiana State Library
Polo
Tom Browne
Morris
Brown
Browne
E. E. White
Purdue University
Johnny Purdue
Agricultural College
Lafayette
Zach Chandler
Christianiy
Parker Pillsbury
Mysterions
Kankakee
Illinois
Cincinnati Commercial
Somerville Falcon
Creeden
Bologna
Bolonga
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