Slaver saga and old sailor talks of Gordon’s fate
A veteran seaman recounts a slave voyage to the Zanzibar coast, detailing Gordon the skipper, the mutely brutal capture of Africans, a daring escape plan, and Gordon’s eventual capture and hanging. The teller links this grim episode to a broader memory of ships, discipline, and the changing times in the era of the Civil War.
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President Cleveland Defies Senate in Nominations Fight
A spirited White House message from President Cleveland challenges Senate opposition to executive nominations. The piece argues Cleveland defends his right to remove for cause, while praising his candor and commitment to good government amid Republican opposition and Democratic backing.
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Evarts Criticized by Hackett and Beaconsfield Quip
A Cincinnati Enquirer correspondent reports Republican Chairman Hackett denouncing Evarts as “drunk with verbosity” and a failed presidential aspirant. Brooklyn Eagle cites Vedder accusing voters who backed Evarts of being “the sickest lot.” Albany Argus notes Secretary Whitney pushing detailed specifications to curb contractor waste.
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Local Mortgage Company Promises Faster Closings
A new mortgage firm states it has ample cash capital to fund mortgages immediately after documents are signed. By reviewing loans locally rather than sending them East for approval, the company claims to complete loans and disburse funds in under half the time usually required, reducing borrower delays.
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