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Newspaper

The Grafton Eagle

Location

Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1885

Page

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Taylor County Directory Court Officials and Court Dates

A fragmented 1906 style directory lists county officials including sheriff Joseph Murom and clerk Hugh Evans, with names like Kitsmiller and Bainbridge. It outlines court convening dates for the Circuit Court and Wanty Court, plus district justices across districts such as Grafton, Faterman, and Hooth's Creek, noting levy term schedules.

Ctre Teestir Cleagies Heer Qtek Comet Beetor Princetting Alloines Joseph Murom Sherrif Hugh Evans Suy'three Schiol Siadwis Kitsmiller Joss al Fleming Awnestor Allen Grime Poputy Ipayid Bainbridge John Henry Joeras Milian Aieine D. Dent F-ck Circuit Court Wanty Court Grafton Lewis Haymond Geo. W. Brown Faterman Chambers John I County Comitate Court House J. W. Willide X. Bartlet

Religious and fraternal notices from Grafton area churches and groups

A fragmentary listing describes prayer meetings at various churches including Presbyterian and Lutheran services on Sundays and Wednesdays, Catholic Masses and fatherly pastors, Baptist and Agnostic references, and multiple fraternal organizations. It notes meeting times at Odd Fellows Hall, Masonic orders, Knights of Pythias, and other local lodges with officers named, covering weekly, biweekly, and monthly schedules in the Grafton area.

Ele Fech Worthy Halt Chapl Charles i Brendle U.P Herr Grafton Lodge Eiukman A. L. Taymond A. McMeet Pinn Atreet B.C Chaney Brecl Od Fellows Hall Chavey P. Chiis M. Roach Sértbe Odd Fellows' Hall Aes Oelock Henin I Stout Knights of Hojor Avery Durbin Mi. Jeffreys Branchi C. E OP. Gilligan UB. Society Ancient Order of Hibernians National Union Lanige Smoot Tatan F. Hall

Two Society Leaders in a Newport Tale of Love and Diplomacy

A Newport cottage tale follows a farmer's daughter who rises to international society via a Mrs Van and a destined marriage to her son, shaping a premier social plot. The second leader is a quiet seminary pupil who becomes a New York millionaire’s wife after a celebrated concert, wiring her future through artful salons and gilded circles.

Fr G. DE Fontaine Newport Oceanion Passion Tower Evan House Van New York Arthur Airs Cunard Gothamn Bes Sue Helx Tashida Sheto Ian Ae Sue Love Yanting New

Saving Fallen Women Through Florence Night Mission

The Florence Night Mission of New York enters its second year aiding fallen women. An estimated 850 women were admitted to the Bleecker Street Home, about 20 moved to steadier lives, 80 positions found in New York and beyond, and nine thousand meals provided. The mission, aided by keepers of dives, rescued many at risk, including a educated young woman drawn into a life of shame before reform. Nearly $1,200 in voluntary subscriptions, plus founder Charles N. Crittenden funds, support the effort.

Florence Night Mission New York Bleecker Street New York City Florence Charles N. Crittenden

Meeting the King at Mankoroane in a Mud House

The narrator describes visiting Mankoroane the King in a large mud plaster hut with a thatched roof. A veranda surrounds the hut, and a seven foot wall encloses a yard. The King slept as the Queen and attendants mingled. royal figures included two princesses, with gifts and offerings exchanged.

Mankoroane Samemen Lani

Inside the White House Cabinet Room and Traditions

A Washington Sun correspondent details President Cleveland's Cabinet meeting rituals, room layout, and decor. The noon gatherings occur in the historic room near the library and secretary’s office, with views of the grounds and Potomac. The furnishings include a walnut table, eight matching armchairs, a billiard-cloth cover, and portraits of Hampden and Washington.

Cleveland Washington New York Sun Lincoln White House Potomac John Hampden Cadena Hayes United States South Ameria Aporlier

Secretary of State and War Figure Discussed in Brief

Brief note cites Secretary of State and a General, mentioning a secretary at 1 o'clock and a general reference, with sparse readable details from an old clipping.

Cabinet meetings and the informal presidential routine

The article describes how Cabinet meetings under Cleveland operate with strict informality, no votes, and open discussion led by the President. It notes the aged, antiquated portfolios, secrecy, and the post-meeting reflections on past cabinets, plus brief biographical sketch of Richard Grant White and a bear story from Franklin, New York.

Attended Church Sparks Frantic Office Demands

The Deadwood Roarer editor reportedly attended church for the first time last Sunday. He burst into the office within an hour shouting about news from the front and accusing staff of slowness as he demanded an extra edition. The outburst referenced chaotic events and sought rapid publication.

Kallor Deadwood Roarer Ccat Ware Aout Art Shep Shiota Spe Kinga Miotong San Franelic

Secretary Bayard and His Terrapin Cookhouse Host

Washington Letter portrays Secretary Bayard as a hospitable figure famed for terrapin meals. It highlights his culinary skill, family devotion, and social prowess, noting dinners to gain diplomatic goodwill and past interactions with notable figures like Lillie Langtry, Helen Terry, and Irving in Washington society.

Bayard Layard Reverdy Johnson Wormley Oon Hayard Lillie Langtry Senate Hllen ‘Erry Wat Cheek Irving Washington

A Hintotted Clock Finds New Purpose at Middletown

The old Yale clock, used since the War of 1812, is restored and moved to a new tower at the Connecticut Industrial editors for Birls in Middletown. Five feet tall and three by eight inches, its brass wheels and steel bearings are now polished and ready.

Yale College Lyceum Iattell Chapel Connecticut Middletown Amcient

A Perverted Life

A Jacksonville Florida Herald obituary-like reflection condemns a famed pulpit orator who wavered between sacred and secular aims. The piece laments lost potential, praising eloquence yet warning that mixing God and wealth led to a tragic life course and moral shipwreck.

Florida South Jacksonville Fla

How Pussy Crowsed the Snow Cat Tries to Navigate Deep Snow

A Fayetteville Kentucky gentleman reports his intelligent house cat attempting to walk from a detached kitchen to the dwelling as the snow deepens. The cat sinks and cannot move, then rolls over and finally reaches the desired spots after a brief pause and effort.

Fayetteville KX. C

Population of Afghaniatan a World Data Note

Reported population figures place Afghaniatan at 2 600 000 and area at 5 278 000 square miles. Colonel Macegregor of Bribary in India estimates total clan and race populations over 400 000 and notes risks of inaccuracies from potions and potions. The St Peter Met Wobhensehrifa mentions wooden operating tables and only two metal handles for weed-related tools.

Afghaniatan Macegregor The Bribary India

Field Pea Cultivation Instructions for Virginia Surry County

A correspondent reports on field pea sowing in Virginia detailing seed amounts from one and a half to two bushels per acre, distribution, shallow plowing, and spacing. It notes soil suitability, potential yields when grown with beans, cropping multiple times yearly in favorable climates, and varieties for stock and table use with price hints at market.

Surry County Virginia Tvith Acre O. Hu

Game Game birds praised for vigor and prolific breeding

W H B of Gordon Co writes to Country Gentleman defending Game fowls. He cites hardiness, industrious nature, strong mothering, and good laying. claims crosses with Dorkings or Cockinghina yield larger meat, but finer flesh with pure Game. He notes long-lived hens, high egg production, and a confident rooster display as signs of superior bloodlines.

Gordon Co Plymouth Thave Murray County

Carnation disease warned by Long Island horticulturist

A Long Island horticulturist urges burning all carnations to eradicate a disease. He warns there is no cure and advises buying clean, rooted stock from reputable growers, inspecting suppliers, and avoiding soil or houses with diseased plants before replanting.

Long Island

Novelty Recipes From An Old Cookbook File

A garbled OCR pocket of recipes includes molasses cake with ginger spice, carrot pudding with egg yolks and sugar, and prune pickle. Instructions reference mixing, boiling, and baking steps, with misspellings and unclear portions, reflecting a 19th century home cookery style.

Fragments on farming practice and manure layering

Fragmentary notes discuss mixing manures and composts in alternating layers. Mentions crop care, soil enrichment, and farming needs. References unclear terms and coordinates for field work. The readable bits suggest practical tips for nutrient management in gardens or farms.

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