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Newspaper
The Evening Star
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1872
Page
2
In Cincinnati the Daily Star notes a Land Commissioner ruling that a Mormon wife with children may be the head of a family and claim land for a homestead in her own name. Brigham Young’s multiple wives could thus obtain separate homesteads, while he is not the head of those families. The piece questions the practical implications of the law for Brigham’s household.
The article surveys unusual atmospheric phenomena over twelve months, noting dry summers and cold winters across multiple regions. It discusses widespread aurora borealis activity and meteoric displays, pondering possible links between polar lights, seasons, and underlying natural laws with historical observations and polar regions both north and south.
The article describes polar auroras as elusive yet spectacular displays of multicolored light. It notes their periodic bursts, historic sightings in England, and their misunderstood nature. The piece discusses the corona arch, rays, and evolving colors, and mentions telegraph interference as a clue to their magnetic nature.
An August 14 1880 Gemmantown Daily Chronicle editorial republishes a New Haven Palladium claim that Governor Gratz Brown was intoxicated at Yale. It reports Governor English’s denial and witness accounts from a steamer voyage, arguing the claim lacks proof and questioning sensationalism about political figures.
A defense of restrained comment on public figures and a call for accuracy in reporting. The piece praises higher journalistic standards, cites the Grant letter correction as a model of fair play, and condemns rumor, slander, and rash judgments while urging careful verification before accusations.
Rev Preston McKinney of Gane Seminary is ordained pastor in Coryden Indiana. John Craig of Rochester leaves $205000 for Universalist benevolence. Methodism’s Virginia intro commemorated in New York and Portsmouth. Bishop Mellvaine’s alms-basin event stirs Episcopal debate. Wisconsin churches total 383 Catholics 122978 Protestants. denominational ratios listed.
Judge Vantott led the defense for the cescution in a hard impeachment trial. The court held secret sessions from noon to 8 15 PM with recesses and planned another morning session. A guilty verdict on several articles is strongly implied and expected to be published today.
Listing detailed Detroit to Montreal Boston and other eastern destinations fares from 22 to 30 dollars. Routes include G T R via Kingston Portland Ogdensburg and Vermont Central with meals on steamer options. Tickets valid until November 1, 18__ at Grand Trunk Offices.
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