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Newspaper

The Abilene Reflector

Location

Abilene, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1886

Page

3

Civil Service Record Reveals Changes in Executive Departments

A Civil Service Record presents statistics on changes in U S executive departments since the new administration. It highlights removals under Endicott and Bayard, contrasts party changes, and argues for reform, noting the spread of dismissals and appointments across War and Interior Departments and diplomacy.

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Shipbuilders boycott exposes Navy contract ties and doubts

A Chicago Herald analysis argues that shipyards clustered around Robeson’s Navy Department have avoided bidding on new war vessel contracts, citing long-standing favoritism, inflated extras, and wasted funds. The piece questions whether Blaine could unify the party in 1888, noting past defections and the likelihood of a divided campaign.

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Market Reports and Provisions Summary

Market reports show mixed commodity demand across grains, meats, and fats. Prices for pork and dairy steady to firm, with beef, lamb, and veal reflecting varied regional demand. grain futures cite No 2 cash and futures, with mixed wheat and corn expectations for December through May deliveries.

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Scientific Truth On Kidney Function And Disease

A long critical piece explains kidney function, filtration, and disease risk, arguing kidneys’ hidden role in health and how neglect leads to widespread illness. It promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a remedy and urges attention to kidney health to prevent systemic decay.

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The Nation's Flag Adopts the 1818 Design

The article recounts the adoption of the current United States flag design in 1818. It notes the shift from fifteen to thirteen stripes and the plan to add stars for new states, honoring Captain Reid for proposing a unified star arrangement. It also mentions Reid's family ties and related historical anecdotes from Boston Budget and other contemporaries.

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Odd Health Ad Promises Quick Liver Relief

An antiquated advertisement touts Prickly Ash jitters for torpid liver and general wellbeing. It warns readers that an offensive breath is distressing and promotes Piso’s Barnet for Catarrh as a remedy. The snippet mentions a charitable house and a buckboard in a jumbled, salesy tone.

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