Waste and Deficiency Bills Amid Civil War Era Politics
A fragment from a 19th century editorial criticizes wasteful fiscal practices tied to deferral bills and long‑running appropriations. It argues that radical and Democratic leaders failed to justify expenditures, calls for honest accounting of Treasury funds, and denounces post office and public building budget maneuvers. It references Grant era corruption and district party conflicts.
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Audien
Radical Party
Democrats
Radical Department
Order of Bristow
Radical
Grant
Plander
The Gem Parlor Organs August 19 1875
An item titled The Gem Parlor Organs dated August 19 1875 appears in the text. It provides a brief notice or advertisement style reference to a musical instrument offering without detailed description. The fragment suggests a period parlor organ event or listing within a 19th century newspaper page.
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Princial
Dulciana
Vox
Saloon Opens One Mile Above Lake Charles
An advertisement proclaims the Lake Charles saloon opened with fine liquors cigars and a billiard and pool table inviting patrons to visit and spend time, promising attentive service and a welcoming gaming space to attract customers.
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Lake Charles
Sam
Town
Wong
Philharmonic Piano Promises Premium Quality At Popular Price
The Philharmonic piano enters the market claiming superior tone and durability at prices within reach of many buyers. Officials tout its long lasting construction and refined sound as rivaling higher priced models, while stressing value and accessibility for all consumers.
Waters Pianos and Organs Advert Special
Testimonial note describes Waters' new sea’e phones and pianos with peculiar verita and mellow, rich tone. Claims Waters' Concerts offer a full alto voice like a human soprano, noting praise from an Italian New Yorker.
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Elrelley
Jon Piinos
Horace Waters & Sons
Ask Hroadway
New Vink
Waters’ Pianos & Organs
New Sea
Itaral
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