Fragmented 19th century news rambles on politics and treaties
The piece mixes political chatter with treaty talk and social notes. It mentions Republicans, Democrats, and county seat conflicts in Dakota, amid discussion of the Nicaragua treaty, Congo and Atlantic world moves, divorce rates, and figures like George Augustus Sala and Oliver Wendell Holmes.
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Dakota
Springer Committee
Wayebere
Toa Wrights
Max Hula
George Augustua Sala
Tar
Landis
World
Bret
Boston
Widwerdes
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Springfield Clean Up Urges Urgent City Sanitation Effort
The Springfield CLINTON column urges immediate sanitary action and more sanitary marshals to cleanse streets and cellars, reduce disease risk, and employ idle men. Officials should direct removal of filth, proper disposal of refuse, and rapid mobilization of workers to improve urban health and welfare.
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Ecitizens
BR. FP. Gelwicks
Ammonia carbonate in baking powder debated by experts
The article reviews claim by eminent physicians and chemists that carbonate of ammonia, when heated, releases gas and harms baking results. It notes that ammonia compounds may be inferior to cream of tartar based powders, as early heat can dissipate volatile ingredients and leave harmful residues in bread. Describes tests and cautions from London authorities.
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Sandusky Register
Springfield
Delle- Tontaine
Wentte Taulted
Chicago
New York
Baine
Arthur
West
Haserli
London
N. Y
A Christmas Eve Vision of Grandpa and Family
A vivid Christmas Eve scene shows families rushing home with gifts and turkey as Grandpa, frail yet hopeful, envisions his departed son in a heavenly Christmas moment. The narrative blends memories of war, motherhood, and the star of Bethlehem with a hushed, comforting tone. The piece also offers practical winter decorating tips and shared family rituals for preparing a home with greenery and trimming.
Christmas Club Forms in Portland to Aid 600 Local Children
A Harper's Magazine excerpt recounts the Portland Me Christmas Club that formed to provide a Christmas tree and dinner for six hundred city children. Sunday schoolers, kindergarteners, and volunteers contributed funds and shares, offering gifts, coats, turkeys, and a sense of communal generosity without discrimination.
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Portland
Childeen
Srnday-schol
Sun Hose
Butler School
Fortunate festival in Corwtas week promises yearly tax
The text outlines a local custom emphasizing saving, repair, and thrift. It mentions a yearly festival for the group EmbiGee, to be held in the city on Thursday December 23, 1882. It instructs maintaining the club’s motto Give and paying a ten cent yearly tax, with aims to avoid waste and reliance on outside aid.
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Corwtas
Wise shoppers heed the Christmas rush warning from the Hartford Post
The piece extols early Christmas gift buying with quips on sleds and skates, cards, and slippers. It humorously notes how hesitation harms peace of mind, cites a tale of an orange-scented miss, and mocks aging jokes while offering light social commentary on holiday buying and presents.
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Christendom
Hartford Post
Christiana
Siing
Lini
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Detroit Prep
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Curtis
George Washington
Santa Claus
Claus
Clara
Love
Jess
Kingdom of Heaven
Christmas Turkey Leads to Family Turmoil and Arrest
A 12 year old relates how a seven pound turkey sent by a high‑toned lady sparked a Christmas morning brawl. Dad sought beer, mom wanted brandy, youngsters argued over baking, stuffing and dishes. The fight ended with a hand injury, a knocked table, and dad locked up as the dog may have eaten the turkey. The family laments, while the river beckons for a cold escape.
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Ma'm
Ma’m
Ugall
Buffalo
Getting Himself Into Condition In A Residence Visit
A young female visitor entering a home hears eerie sounds from the basement and learns from a servant that William the hall footman is making a statue like noise. He supposedly calms himself when off duty by serenading and yelling, a behavior described as nervous. A claimant alleges music is involved in the scene. The text ends with a remark about 166 mentions in the Old Testament.
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Serena
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