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Newspaper
The Abilene Reflector
Location
Abilene, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1887
Page
8
A Pennsylvania coal mine is burning with the company estimating its loss at $100,000. The report reflects ongoing labor tension and political rhetoric stirring debates on labor and Republican positions in Ohio. Theitem comments on economic impacts from strikes and industrial activity across the era.
Editorial notes on General Grant remarks and wartime mindset, then a long feature on secret society pins. It covers masonry and Masonic symbols, Knights Templar, Odd Fellows, Red Men, Ancient Order of United Workmen, Knights of Pythias, and the Grand Army of the Republic, with anecdotes on badges aiding identification and honor in danger.
The Blaine Literary Bureau, now headquartered in London, reports bold 1888 moves drawing attention as a foe to England yet feted by aristocracy. It notes Blaine dines with Lord This, Earl That, and other nobles, amid praise and hospitality. He will likely continue social diplomacy before shaping Tory reception later.
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