Political Blunder Shapes New York Senate Fight
A long-hidden letter reveals how Senator Hill pressured Judge Maynard to withdraw from the 1890 New York Court of Appeals race. Maynard refused, was nominated, and lost by a large margin, fueling national criticism of Hill. The 1910 biography promises further illumination of this episode and its political fallout.
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David Bennett Hi
New York
United States
Hill
Albany
Senate
Dutchess County
Poughkeepsie
Edgar M. Cullen
New York Court of Appeals
Isaac H. Maynard
Cnand
Tate
Democrat Party
Maynard
Hil
Richard Croker
Crokers
Murphy
Washington
New York State
Court of Appeals
Messenger
Senator Hill
Belford's Clever Ruse Wins Recognition in Congress
A historical portrait of James B. Belford of Colorado, a Republican pioneer from the West, who finally gained Speaker J. Warren Keifer's eye by a bold personal privilege trick. Belford rose each noon shouting Mr Speaker and, after a staged question of personal privilege, delivered a witty retort that earned him recognition and a vote of thanks. He later served on Colorado's supreme court before his death.
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Belford
Colorado
J. Warren Kelfer
Washington
James B. Belford
Congress
Judge Belford
J. Warren Keifer
Soner
Speaker
E. J. Edwards
Hatton Named Postmaster General In Arthur Era
The account recalls Frank Hatton rising from journalist to editor and politician, becoming youngest cabinet officer since Hamilton at age 38, and later serving as postmaster general under President Arthur. The narrative notes his Civil War service, Iowa politics, Burlington Hawkeye editorship, and journalism roles in Chicago and Washington Post. Hatton’s appointment is described as personal and celebratory.
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Arthur
Frank Hatton
Alexander Hamilton
Ohio
Iowa
Buriington Hawkeye
Chicago
Washington Post
Hatton
Senate
White House
Frank
Red Uven
Washington
Gresham
Treasury Department
Post Office Department
Esham
Lst
Benjamin Franklin
Amos Kendall
Montgomery Blair
Thomas L. James
E. J. Edwards
Irregular Irish Infantry Serpent Jest Sparks Courtship Fear
A sergeant in an Irish infantry unit loses temper at a dog belonging to a superior officer’s wife. The wife threatens a report, but the sergeant misreads intent and suggests the report would reach his own wife. The exchange ends with the wife confirming the report to her husband. The scene highlights a comic clash of authority and domestic misreading.
London hall of residence for Chinese students
The hall of residence in London will house many of the about 300 Chinese students in England and Scotland. It aims to provide better living conditions and prevent a misimpression of Western life being carried back to China.
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London
England
Scotland
China
Liberty Manufacturing seeks district distributor Chicago ad
An established factory plans to open a distributing office in this district and seeks a resident distributor with 600 to 3000 dollars cash, stock for immediate orders, monthly compensation 100 to 200 dollars plus extra commissions and expenses. Permanent arrangement with references required. Apply to Liberty Manufacturing Association 230 West Huron St Chicago.
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Liberty” Manufacturing Association
West Huron St
Chicago
Labrador's Future Promises Bright Population Growth
Dr Grenfall of Labrador predicts a brilliant future for the Cinderella of British possessions. After twenty years in the snowy country he says it will bear a population as easily as Norway does today and will be a better country than Iceland and vastly preferred to Lapland Finland Siberia and Northern Alaska.
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Labrador
Grenfall
Norway
Iceland
Lapland
Finland
Siberia
Alaska
New Baby at Schmidt Home Sparks Guess About Sex
From the Youngstown Telegram comes a playful note on Schmidt and Schmaltz welcoming a baby yesterday. The couple teases readers to guess the child's sex, hinting a daughter may be the answer.
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Schmidt
Schmaltz
Youngstown Telegram
Health tips and remedies from a late 19th century ad page
An assorted ad column offers home remedies and health claims. It touts Hamlins Wizard Oil for infection prevention after injuries, Garfield Tea for constipation liver and kidney regulation, Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething, and a remark about noise in new flats. It also notes a belief in women's decisive minds and cautions about not becoming a jailbird for a lark.
Judge胃ruling argues motorists may flee after fatal hit and run
A New York judge recently struck down a law requiring automobilists who strike pedestrians to stop and name themselves. The ruling asserts no duty to testify against self in criminal cases. James Halden Wilkes, president of Atlanta’s Defense Society, condemned the decision calling it justice.
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New York
James Halden Wilkes
Defense Society of Atlanta
Weil
Druggist Endorses Marine Eye Remedy for Sore Eyes
A druggist promotes a marine eye remedy claiming it strengthens weak eyes and soothes eye pain without stinging. The ad suggests trying the product in a baby's eyes for scaly eyelids and granulation as a treatment option.
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Marine Eye Remedy
Allen's Foot-Ease advertisement promoting relief for tired feet
An antiseptic powder ad claims Allen's Foot-Ease provides rest and comfort for tired and swollen feet. It pledges easier walking and urges readers to obtain a free sample by sending to Allen S at Olmstec, Ue Roy, N.
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Allen
Allen S
Olmstec
Ue Roy
To be conscious that you are ignorant is a step to knowledge
A concise reflection attributed to Benjamin Disraeli notes that recognizing one's own ignorance marks the start of true learning.
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Benjamin Disraeli
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Promoted as Universal Cure
An advertisement touts Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a guaranteed cure for indigestion constipation biliousness headaches and gas. It cites testimonials from T W Worthy of Forsyth GA and Rudy Kasner of Moline IL and offers a free sample by mailing an address to Dr W B Caldwell 201 Caldwell Building Monticello NY.
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Caldwell
Rudy Kasner
Moline
Til
W. B. Caldwell
Caldwell Building
Monticello, NL
A Country School for Girls in New York City
A Country School for Girls offers outdoor spaces on a 35 acre park near the Hudson River and an academic program with primary classes graduation and upper class options for advanced special students. Music and art are included. catalogue and terms available from Miss Whiten and Hiss Gongs at Riverdale Avenue near 253rd Street.
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New York City
Hudson River
Whiten
Riverdale Avenue
253Rd St
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Judge Waynard
Pereuvery
the Riker Remedy Co
Ing
S. Calhoun St
Ft. Wayne, Ind
D.L. Moody
Bible
Colportare
la Salle Av
Watou
eRlset
Abe
Fate Tbs
Thesq
Dr. R. V. Pierce
Buffalo, N. Y
Dr. Pierce
Wamlp
Dispensary Morprial Association
R. V. Pierce
Pierce
Pettits
Brown
H Street
Washington, D. C
Ww. N. U
FT. Wayne
Indianapolis
Indiana
Chas. F. Coffin
State Life Bldg
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