Grant not dying of cancer says editor in New York Sun
The New York Sun editorially states General Grant’s condition is improving and not cancer. A trusted family contact hints at a forthcoming public announcement that he suffers from a blood disease resembling scrofula, with a strong chance of recovery, while physicians remain split on the exact diagnosis.
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Fire destroys Express building in Exchange Street blaze
A massive fire broke out in the Express building on Exchange Street, engulfing the engraving and lithography shops and the editorial rooms. Flames leaped through both old and new structures, with a wall collapsing and heavy smoke filling the area within minutes. No one was seriously injured, though several workers were affected, as insurers reported substantial losses estimated around 250000 dollars.
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Enmity Allegations Touch Bayard and Colored Leaders
New York April 16 reports claim Secretary Bayard harbors hostility toward the colored community and social discrimination against a noted Black leader Oswald M. Smith. Correspondence with Secretary Mayan seeks an explanation, while Bayard denies the accusations as false and malicious.
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Absurd Lies About Democratic Reform in Office Rules
A long defense of the Democratic administration argues Republicans misrepresent reform efforts and criticizes opposition for unfounded claims about appointments. It cites investigations into public service abuses and defends cabinet heads for pursuing honest, thorough reforms, claiming GOP critics aim to derail consolidation of power.
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Reform The Object of Civil Service Reform What it Really Means
The World urges immediate removal of corrupt officials and unfit relatives from the National Treasury. It argues civil service reform should reward honest, capable workers, not patronage drones, and that merit must precede politics in subordinate offices while party loyalty can guide top appointments.
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President Cleveland’s patient purge of federal offices
The Harrisburg Patriot argues President Cleveland shows prudent restraint in replacing cumbrous federal appointees. It notes advisers’ caution and assumes many officials will resign or be replaced as terms end. The piece praises his cabinet choices as strengthening the Democratic Party for present and future battles.
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President Cleveland’s economic plan to trim government
The Indiana State Sentinel reports President Cleveland will enforce economy by shrinking departmental workforces, adopting a businesslike administration, and cutting costs. Treasury vacancies will be filled with minimal staffing, services maintained, and federal expenses reduced, setting a nationwide example for lean government. Also notes cable rates from New York to Australia at $3.05 per word.
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Scenes of Genoa Graves and Fashion in 19th Century Italy
Cor. Chicago Times describes Genoa graves with photos and crosses aligned in quiet beauty. Observations compare life-size effigies and veiled wives, shrubs, and cross markers. Also notes on stovepipe hats with bell crowns and curved brims in spring fashion from Philadelphia and local Pittsburg anecdotes about Francis Murphy coat pawn and pledge events.
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Miss Fortunes and Medical Potions in Transit Era
Fragmented ad copy references marriage misfortune and nervous debility among middle aged men. Mentions Orid's Dispensary Medical Association in Buffalo and campaign for cheap remedies. Claims quick relief from throat disorders and cosmetic products, with various dubious patent medicine claims and mis-spellings.
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