Blaine’s Grant Memorial Oration Highlights Patriot Heroism
In Augusta Maine Hon James G Blaine delivers a eulogy praising Gen Grant as a military and moral beacon linking Lincoln and Grant in American history. He argues Grant’s triumphs and fidelity to national unity secure his enduring fame beyond mere wartime victory.
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National Capital Notes on Cabinet Plan for Grant Funeral
At a cabinet meeting the president's sunner movements were set. The group will leave Washington Friday afternoon for New York to attend Gen. Grant's funeral ceremonies and then proceed to spend several weeks abroad with Col Lamont. Postmaster appointments include Frank Shutt Litechgeld 11 8 R Davin Creston Ia Wm E Lewis Bariton Ia John Dawa Edgarton Wis and John B Ellis receiver of public money Denver Col John J Hore receiver of public mon- ey OQ
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Indian census tallies Cheyennes and Arapahoes populations
Census by Inspector Armstrong reports 2167 Cheyennes and 1207 Arapahoes. Rations for ten years total 3769 and 2198 members respectively, beef and flour consumption at 105000 dollars annually.
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Cholera Spreads in Marseilles Amid Silence Ordered
A Marseilles dispatch reports rising cholera deaths and city panic as authorities suppress details. Jail outbreaks, prisoner revolts, and contagion in Grenada inmates worsen fears while the municipal council lacks funds to combat the epidemic.
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Mysterious Cheyenne Chief’s Son Found Murdered
Gen Potter’s letter to Gen Miles at Fort Leavenworth reports the murder of Young Sitting Medicine, son of Little Rabe, chief of the Cheyenne Indiana. The body was found near the post with a broken head, horse killed, and rifle beneath him. Scouts fear white men may be involved. an investigation is planned.
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Curious clam shower astonishes Minnesota witnesses
On the sixth in Mankato Minnesota a strange event occurred as a freshwater clam shower fell from the sky. George E. Blake A. H. Allen and other witnesses report clams dropping from the air with great velocity and breaking on impact. Some clams measured about four inches in length and remained alive until collected by bystanders. Chandler corroborates the accounts.
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Grant Remains Draw Crowds in City Hall Park Vigil
Thousands queued at dawn to view General Grant's remains in New York City. Police conducted two lines through the plaza while troops and Loyal Legion members guarded the route. By late morning, about 31,900 had passed the casket with steady attendance continuing through the day.
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Bonded Spirits Opinion From Attorney General Garland
The Attorney General states that if bonded spirits exported are not withdrawn within seven months as specified, the bond is forfeited and the spirits lose protection from domestic tax obligations. The bond frees spirits from tax liability while in force but that effect ends upon default and forfeiture.
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Civil Service League Holds Annual Newport Meeting
The National League Civil Service Association met in Newport Alabama for its fourth annual gathering with about seventy five members and notable attendees including George William Curthy and Carl Schurz. They approved resolutions urging reform of executive patronage and a fair merit system, and discussed a probationary appraisal before civil appointments.
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Coast Survey committee findings prompt demoralization critique
The Washington dispatch reports a committee led by Messrs Thomsar and Huntington concluding after investigating the coast survey that demoralization and mismanagement plagued the bureau. They fault regulations and a late superintendent for facilitating weakness, procrastination, favoritism, and improprieties, while recommending removal and restoration actions for several officials.
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Morals of the Coast Survey Report Recommends Change
The report alleges that W. H. Grena neglected to flag unusual charges while disbursing agent and has become addicted to intoxicants. Restoration to duty is not recommended. It calls for a clerk in charge of training to be moved, in the interest of morals and discipline.
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Solemn Albany rites for Gen Grant begin day long vigil
Thousands in Albany line streets as casket bearing Gen Grant lies in state at the capitol. Procession forms, guards, and a funeral train prepare for the journey to New York amid crowds, rain, and official ceremony.
Fish Eggs Supply Boost for Maryland Waters
The eastern shore of Maryland received twenty four million fish eggs to bolster local waters. This supply aims to enhance hatchery and future stock for regional fisheries.
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