New York Letter on Chinese Immigrants and Urban Curiosities
A covert Chinese painter works in a New York firm’s top floor as tensions rise over his presence. The piece notes social intrigue on Mott Street, the Irish M. P. Parnell’s departure, a witty jab at Bridge’s faults, and a parade by the Sixty-ninth. It also references stamp hoarding, Salvation Army activities, Tombs prison ventilation, and California mining prospects.
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New York
PSSD
Mystic
San Francisco
Mott Street
Bridget
Jess
Parnell
M. P
Uncle Sam
Something for Boys in Cincinnati Times Lessons on Poultry and Ground
A column discusses letting children own livestock as a learning tool. It shares a family memory from 26 years ago of starting with hens, roosters, and Poland fowls, noting how poultry care taught responsibility. It includes husbandry tips on feeding, water, cleanliness, and stress for healthy stock.
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Cincinnati
Dr. Ivers
Shimersville
Lehigh County
Grant and the bounty bill explanation in a 19th century letter
In a letter from Indiana, a reader asks why the soldiers bounty bill died without a veto. The letter explains the ten day rule and that payment lapsed when Congress adjourned. The piece also reports local news about a missing person and a business closure in Robinson, Indiana, including details of James Barks and the Troll & Barks shoe store.
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Indaniapolis Journal
Grant
D. R. Mechanicsburg
Ind
Congress
James Barks
Troll & Barks
Sallivean
C. Barks
Robinson
J. G
Walker
Hutson Vile
James Burks
Bos
Robinsem
Keller and Leonard Quarrel Ends in Gunfire
Geo Keller and George Leonard from near Germantown Wayne county clashed over tobacco. Keller shot Leonard with the ball striking near the brain base but causing no fatal injury.
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Geo Keller
George Leonard
Germantown
Wayne County
Keller
Leonard
Garcelon and the Supreme Court divide Democrats over Maine case
The New York Tribune reports Dr. Garcelon mocked the Supreme Court while seeking public calm with questions he intended to ignore. It notes Democrats in Congress opposed paying deputy marshals until the Court upheld the election law, then refused funding yet again, scornful of the judiciary and Maine leadership.
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New York Tribune
Supreme Court
Garcelon
Maine
Congress
Democratic Party
Atlantic
Pacific Telegraph Domenicane
Wilkey and Allen Sell Groceries a Shade Cheaper
In Sullivan County Wilkey and Allen, first door West of the Post Office, handle more groceries and provisions than any house in the county. They sell them a shade lower, making them a better buy than competitors.
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Sullivan County
Wilkey and Allen
Grange movement urged to curb railroad abuses
An agricultural writer argues the East and West railroad lines have raised freight charges, threatening the boom in business. He recalls the Grange as a reform force for transportation abuses and suggests a similar organization may be needed to push railroads to respect the constitution and obey laws.
Realities for a Democratic Candidate in Illinois Picks
The San Francisco Chronicle notes Illinois Democrats view ex-governor Palmer as a strong presidential possibility. Once seen as a radical Republican, he now could be acceptable among diverse Democratic contenders who simply need a name and fundraising power.
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San Francisco Chronicle
Democrats
Ilinois
Trovernor Palmer
Democraty
Ague Cure Promoted Despite Harsh Drug Warnings
The piece critiques ague remedies based on quinine and arsenic as dangerous, noting they harm the body with headache, digestive issues, vertigo, and mood lowers. It argues these are last resort medicines for physicians and ill-informed users, warning against their use.
Unclear Patent Remedy Claims For Fever and Liver Ailments
The fragment promotes a permanent, certain remedy described as safe with no injury risk. It claims to cure Fever and Ague and liver complaints, acting as a tonic and preventive for maladies in marshy districts. It asserts direct action on the liver and biliary system to stimulate health.
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Marious
Does this Mean Brady
There is a growing popular desire to see men in office who know an honest man from a thief, and can detect stealing when attempted under their own ages. The trouble with Democratic reformers is that they are not able to see anything wrong in stealing until the thief attracts public attention.
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New York Tribune
Saved from the Poorhouse by St Jacobs Oil
David Allingworth, once bedridden by rheumatism, was carried in and out of bed at Sciota County Poorhouse. After trying various remedies, directors used St Jacobs Oil, and within four bottles he regained the ability to walk without a cane. The Ports mouth Ohio correspondent will verify these facts.
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David Allingaworth
Sciota County
St. Jacobs
Portsmouth, Ohio
You Bitters urged for spring health to fight spring sickness
Workingmen are told to cleanse and strengthen before heavy spring labor to prevent spring sickness. One bottle of You Bitters is recommended for the family this month to save time sickness and expense, with a note to see another column for details.
Convention Notes Favor Elihu Washburne Nomination
In Chicago the Hartford Post suggests that if abandoning leading candidates becomes necessary the convention should nominate Elihu Washburne unanimously for the nation and the party.
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Hartford Post
Chicago
Elihu Br, Washburne
Health and Hanniness Blood Purifier Ad
An 19th century patent medicine advertisement promotes YsoTT’s Yellow Dock and Sar-TAPARILLEA as a blood purifier and tonic. It claims to cure sterility disorders nervousness indigestion and kidney weakness while restoring vigor. Large quart bottles priced at $1.09 with directions.
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G.C Ysott
Policy and appointment critique of Postmaster General
The piece argues the Postmaster General has focused on reconciliation policy rather than organizing his department and holding it to strict accountability. It contends he would have justified appointing a Confederate General in Hayes's cabinet if he had spent more time on department reform.
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New York Times
Mr. Hayes
Voltaic Belt Co Promises 30 Day Trial Cures
The Voltaic Belt Co of Marshall Michigan offers their Electro- Voltaic Belts on a 30 day trial with speedy cures guaranteed. They urge readers to write without delay at no 79-y1.
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The
Voltaic Belt Co
Marshall, Mich
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