The Victory in New York and Brooklyn Sermon
Rev. T. De Witt Talmage preached on “The Victory” at Tabernacle reflecting on Zechariah and envisioning a future where cities like New York and Brooklyn are moral, prosperous, and led by gospel power. He condemned crime, taxation, and vice while urging evangelism to transform society and churches to expand and unite.
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Vision of Reform Against Small Crimes and Big Evils
A speaker denounces petty criminals while condemning churches for hypocrisy. He argues for sweeping moral reform, comparing it to Moses parts the Red Sea and envisioning a future where righteousness and peace prevail across cities. He urges perseverance despite doubt and foresees a triumphant Christian humanitarian effort.
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Church of God
Moscow
Moses
Red Sea
Israel
A Scared Drummer Switches Trades After Earthquake
Lew Campbell recalls Joe Cobb the Baltimore tea drummer who, during Charleston's quake, quoted forty eight cents for Imperial tea to a merchant who believed it cost forty five. Cobb fled the building in fear, vowed honesty after the scare, and decided to change his line of goods.
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Lew Campbell
Joe Cobb
Baltimore
Charleston
Cobb
Sam
Lengthy defense sparks gag at life term
A San Antonio lawyer Major Gassaway is famed for long speeches that drew ties of the jury while defending a murderer, leading to a life sentence. Judge Noonan dismissed any idea of deducting attorney time from the convict’s term. Other items note Dunkirk fishermen’s return after seventeen years, Los Angeles complainers about local art, a Providence nurse tragedy, and an Ohio editor’s self referencing humor.
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Major Gassaway
San Antonio
Gassaway
Noonan
Texas
Dunkirk
N. Y
Greenland
Enoch Ardens
Philips
Logan Attacks Democratic Economy and Navy Promises
Senator Logan denounces the Democratic Administration at Central Music Hall Chicago for destroying John Roach and hindering shipbuilding while criticizing mail contracts and territorial admission. He charges increased federal spending, urges honest governance, and defends soldier pensions against vetoes and political doubt.
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Chicago
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France
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Union
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Mississippi
Hypocrisy of Civil Service Reform in Revenue Officers
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat argues President Cleveland breakers reform ideals by replacing eighty five internal revenue collectors with Democrats for partisan reasons. It claims no inefficiency or dishonesty prompted removals, only victory spoils and disregard for term protections.
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Cleveland
Internal Revenue
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Ross
Gibson
Louisiana
Lamont
Manning
Treasury
No Justice in It The Civil Service Reform Clash
The Chicago Inter Geertn notes sharp partisan battles over Indian affairs under the present administration. It criticizes actions by Oberly Black and Atkins, defends Herbert Welch and the Indian Rights Association, details appointments and removals, and argues for Civil Service reform and humane Indian policy amid accusations of fraud and political manipulation.
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Atkins
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Gorman
Maryland
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Baltimore
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Register of Vital Statistics
New Haven
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Connecticut
Lamar
Civil Service Reform Association
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Indian Service
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Mr. Welch
Indian Bureau
Geronimo
Chicago
Inter Geertn
Georgia Rebel Pension Amendment Sparks Broad Critique
The Georgia election adopted a rebel pension amendment enabling the Legislature to grant relief to ex Confederate soldiers in any form. The Chicago Journal argues the move will swell the pension rolls financed by the state and warns Democrats could push pensions into national funds if they gain full control.
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Georgia
United States Treasury
Chicago Journal
Foreign Gossip From Across The World And London Notes
An assortment of social and technological vignettes including Gladstone badges in England and a marble marker on Christopher Columbus’s Savona home. It also mentions James Garner the railway porter leaving $20,000 from tips, Damascus trade growth, Brussels warfare exhibit plans, and Belgian queen’s shower refuge. It notes narrow streets, women’s guards, a Cuban lady’s street rules, and cork buoyant fabric for unsinkable clothing tested in London.
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Christopher Columbus
Savona
England
James Garner
Damascus
Brussels
Belgium
London
Tippu Tib the Richest Slave Trader in Central Africa
A profile of Tippu Tib, a 45-year-old Central African slave and ivory trader, living near Nyangwe on the Congo. The piece recounts his rise, European perceptions of his character, plans to visit Europe, and his control of the Congo river region as well as his interactions with Stanley and other explorers.
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Fie
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Tippu
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Aruwimi
Old Biddy and Her Nine Ducklings A Tender Tale
A verse tale recalls Old Biddy the hen finding a duckling and misadventures with Mr Geoffrey. She nurtures nine ducklings born from eggs, cherishing them despite their odd look. The story ends with Biddy’s pride and affection for her unusual brood.
Emperor Joseph If and the Cruel Physician Theme
A veiled, compassionate stranger helps a starving Vienna mother by buying medicine and exposing a cruel doctor. The tall man, later revealed, forces the doctor to confront his heartlessness as the sick woman regains strength with aid promised at 23 Ferdinand Street.
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Ferdinand Street
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Rascal
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Emperor Scene Sees Mutter and Son Reunited
In Golden Days David Ker recounts a moment when a mother charms her son as the Emperor reassures them and vows to stay by their side. The Emperor gently places a hand on the boy’s head and confirms his identity.
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Joseph II
David Ker
Berlin
John Adams Becomes Statesman Through Duty and Study
The tale traces John Adams choosing education over farming after a hot corn-field day. He enters Harvard, teaches while studying law, and rises from Braintree lawyer to leading Massachusetts figure. The Stamp Act remonstrance and Continental Congress service mark his ascent.
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Worcester
Braddock
France
England
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Adams
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A Wise Little Mason Spider Builds a Hidden Home
A Mason Spider makes a tiny round dwelling on a bank with a self closing door. It lives by night, spins threads to catch prey, and carries food into its silk lined tunnel. The nest uses silk to keep damp out and features a springy silken hinge.
Dividing the Estate and Amicable Legal Prep
A dialog on contesting a will reveals two lawyers planning to advise Miss Richfield to challenge the will and possibly appeal across courts. The talk includes splitting fees and the prospect of litigation as tactics unfold.
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Old Richfield
Chicago
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