National Body U 8 Senate and Local Officials of Sidney
The listing details government and civic posts in Sidney including John M Thornton of Omaha and Ima Neville of North Platte, with state offices like Governor and Secretary of State, and a long roster of village trustees, school board members, teachers, and various fraternal lodge officers. Also notes Methodist and Catholic services, plus lodge meetings and appointments.
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John M.thornton
Omaha
Allen Madison
Ima
Neville
North Platte
Genesis of Lafayette and the rise of American liberty
An excerpt recounts Lafayette at 19 pledging to aid the American cause after overhearing the Duke of Gloucester discuss the Boston Tea Party. It frames this moment as the genesis of Lafayette’s lifelong dedication to freedom and notes Edward Page Gaston’s source. It then shifts to a history of presidential nominations and electors, detailing evolving methods from early Congress caucuses to popular vote and the 1804 amendment.
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Duke of Gloucester
George II
Paris
England
Boston
Lafayette
Marquis
Empire
Edward Page Gaston
Woman's Home Companion
Colorado
Congress
Electoral College
Loase of Representatives
Tennessee
Andrew Jackson
John Quincy Adams
New York Sun
Millie and the Confession Spark in a Looming Moment
A young man stumbles over his proposal to Millie then bursts with relief as she says yes, amid a larger discussion in the Mobile Register on how to name the Civil War. The piece contrasts a personal confession with a dated historical debate about terminology, noting no single correct label.
Maiden compares cow to a bicycle after collision
A Philadelphia Press quirky piece has a forlorn maiden addressing a cow with a crumpled horn. She notes one of the cow’s bandie bars is twisted and asks why the animal resembles a battered bicycle.
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Philadelphia Press
Wisdom and Proverbs From A Chicago News Pair
A collection of aphorisms contrasting value and appearance. The first notes that a man with discernment appreciates both a good book and a good woman beyond surface beauty. The second proverb remarks that without light, a doctor must seek other means.
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Chicago News
Dangers of Excessive Coffee Consumption Reported
A Health Culture article warns that coffee can irritate the cerebrospinal system and cause gastritis akin to alcohol effects. It cites delirium tremens from coffee overuse, a foreign journal note on a man overdoing coffee, and claims two thirds of medical practice arises from coffee excess.
Definition of a London gentleman and the use of Esquire
A Youth's Companion excerpt notes that a gentleman is a man who wears a silk hat and insists on the title Esquire in letters. It argues Esquire is a self assumed, insignificantly backed label used to separate him from tradesmen and working people, tied to social posture rather than rank.
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West End
London
Red tape jests and royal retort rescue old anecdotes
A London Standard note mocks government waste and absurd filing practices with examples of misfiled purchases from clothing to victualing. It also recounts a royal anecdote where Queen Victoria’s daughter Frederick rebukes a sailor’s civility, prompting a graceful royal lesson in status.
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Excise
Dog
Bim
London Standard
Frederick
Queen Victoria
Fees Earned Regardless In Medical Guessing Contest
McJigger-Young Dr. Downs recently made $50 in a guessing contest. Thingumbob says the only one to guess correctly, yet two other doctors matched the guess and all three were wrong because they were called in consultation over a patient.
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McJigger
Dr. Downs
Thingumbob
MecJigger
Philadelphia Press
Unclear historical quips and sayings stitched here
A fragmentary collage of quotes and witticisms from old newspapers. It references an Indian apolis Sun line about unwritten history Giles-Columbus bunko theory Miles questioning 80 and a joke about Giles and a pocketbook. It also notes Doctors using muffs circa 1550 and a remark on marriage motives from the Chicago papers.
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Giles
Columbus
Miles
Chicago Post
Spirit of Truth in It Noted by Chicago Times Herald Reader
A reader praises the Chicago Times-Herald for timely news and sane editorials. He credits the paper's spirit of truth, acknowledging occasional errors but asserting it cannot mislead its daily audience.
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Chicago Times-Herald
Does It Pay to Buy Cheap Cough Remedies
Advice favors Boschee's German Syrup for severe threat and lung troubles. The ad promotes moving to a warmer climate if possible and claims the syrup heals, reduces inflammation, eases expectoration, and ensures rest. Observes widespread druggist endorsement and recommends Green's Prize Almanac.
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Boschee
The Light of the World book promotion promises large earnings
A heavy marketing notice touts a costly illustrated book The Light of the World with nearly 100 full page engravings of Jesus and Mary. It claims high profits for agents in Massachusetts and New York, offers salaried or commission pay, and seeks a State Manager to run territory from Washington DC.
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Europe
Alao
Waite
Massachusetts
Chicago Tribune Promises Fair, Fearless Political Coverage
The Chicago Tribune portrays itself as independent and bold in political reporting while aiming for fairness to opponents. It emphasizes comprehensive local and foreign news gathering, strong financial columns, and a concise daily summary on the first page. It also touts top sports coverage and a clean daily print.
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Tribune
the Tribune
Ita Secisitiea
Ita
Daily Tribune
Ia Sporting News
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C.J. Smythe
W. RK. Jackson
J. W. Wolfe
U. &. Land Office
D. Harris
A. Daugherty
J. Maneely
D. Owens
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Wilcox
M. Grimes
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Lehmkuhl
Frank H. King
Lapeer
James Burns
Camp Clarke
M J. Sanders
Sidney J. Public Just
J. ON. Lyon
Sidney Eyor
LW Bordwell
Sidney Jorener
W.F Russett
Bidney
It. E. Gapen
Sidney
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W .R. Woods
Weyerts Sd
Bla
Rowan
Sidney Ad
Fred Lindberg
Redington
Board Village Trustees
BE. McLernon
J. Neubauer
Dawson
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Becote
James J. Mclntoshua
L. B. Cary
Principia Bike
Delia Clyne
Um Kraemer
MM McKee
Julia McFadden
McCquy
Mrs. Knox
Methodist Episcopal Caveck
Hundsy
A. Britton
Supe
Flipworth League
Beate Free
W. J. Ausrix
Gqatwoc
Rand
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J. J. Foon
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Royal Neighbors
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Oracle
Camenixa Lyon
Recorder
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Cwan
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Lassie Nwusaver
Adney Lodge
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Wm, Studt
H.E. Gapen
J.neubauer
the Telegraph
Millie
Linewan
Mikle
Jerry
Chicago Tribune
Confederate Veterans
Louisville
Alexander H. Stephens
South
Mobile Register
Encour
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Corcoran Building
U.S. Treasury
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Missouri River
Overland Limited
California
Union No
Regal
Union Pacific
San Francisco
E. R. Breisch
Africa
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Chicago Record
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