Attack by Frenchmen and river drivers in AvoreTa
Fierce clash near the Kennebec river forks involved about seventy five men, as a cavalcade of French river travelers was attacked by thirteen river drivers celebrating a holiday. The French rallied, regained position, and fought until late evening. A lumberman, Robert Bean, was fatally struck. others were wounded or captured. Pinkerton detectives and state troops moved to quell the unrest, with threats to seize waterworks.
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Mow
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India
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Calcutta
Bengal Presidency
Believers In the Supreme
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London
Social Reformer
Aix Mareths
Narciawe
Wiles
Beneal Brabsin
Dolphin Case Sparks Attorney General Debate in Boston
Ex Secretary Chantier reacts to Attorney General Garland's Dolphin contract ruling claiming payments to Roach were illegal and the ship should be seized. The President's aides report Garland's views misinterpret facts, while Chantier argues contractual language and speeds differ from the court’s portrayal. Also notes White House visitors and vacation plans for the President with Carlton Carlisle aboard.
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Bostox
Mass
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Journal
Roach
Chandler
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Whitney
Naval Advisory Board
Gerland
Abe
Faliere
United States
General Grant sees harmony after war in interview
General Grant expresses satisfaction with harmony between sections after his illness. He credits the soldiers for peace and predicts enduring national strength, noting only a few dissatisfied southerners remain. The remarks were given at Mt McGregor and printed for public interest.
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Path Avenue Hotel
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Rome
Mozart and Virtuosity at Vienna's Boa Giovanni Premiere
In October 1787 Mozart returned to Vienna and produced his greatest opera Boa Giovanni. He toiled late into the night to copy parts as the overture was readied for performance. The composer supervised rehearsals, inspired singers, and the audience rose in enthusiasm as the musicians played the overture from sight. The piece yielded royal reception and the Emperor's favor, though tax officials doubted its value.
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Mozart
Lauchter
Weil
St. Nicholas
Fashion Notes Seaside Dress Trends and Fashions
Fashion notes describe seaside styles including jersey and canvas fabrics, tucked skirts, and bathing suits with tinsel trims. It notes Paris influences, return to 50 year old dress lines, and varied hats, gloves, and accessories with emphasis on color and novelty for holiday wear.
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Ee Brald
Paris
Washington
Promotion of E St John at Rock Island Railroad
R I & P President R R Cable promotes E St John to assistant to the General Manager and General Ticket and Passenger Agent. St John began in 1862 and marks his 22nd year with the Rock Island Road. The notice lists his long service and notes the company’s appreciation of clerks and agents. Also includes brief items on dairy milking advice and a California hotel project.
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R. R. Cable
Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad
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Rock Island Road
Air-Brake Myths and Odd Tales in 19th Century Sketches
A collage of quips, anecdotes, and curiosities on air brakes and invented remedies. Uncle Zach defends common sense over grand claims as readers note trickery, physics, and everyday illusions. The piece hops through ads and miscellany, preserving a period newspaper voice.
Fish Question Sparks Debate on Sanity
A fragmentary line asks if it is fair to call a fish mad when it acts irrationally, reflecting a playful or philosophical mood in the clipping. The note appears as a terse quotation or aside without broader context or identified sources.
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England
America
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