Death by own action discussed in historic debate
A long, dense column surveys whether suicide proves insanity, citing judges, philosophers, and historic cases from Rome to China. It notes gender and national patterns in personal crisis reports and includes anecdotes about a dog trick show and local notices, reflecting sensational, era‑style journalism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ian
New York
Hormania
Edoray
China
Chu
Anigthe
Saul
Judas Iscariot
Seneca
Brutus
Cassius
Marc Anthony
Cleopatra
Augustus
Rome
Cato
Cesar
Isperstes
Macedon
Albany Argus
Labor vs Capital Rule Debate Echoes in Reform Talk
The statement argues that neither laborers nor capitalists have inherent rights to govern the other. It frames a political ideal where power should be exercised through fair institutions rather than domination by one class. The remark reflects persistent tensions between labor interests and capitalist influence in governance.
The Bammer Young Man and the Idle Heir
A satirical sketch notes a summer man who avoids work, relying on inherited wealth and marriage to a western heiress. It mocks wealth, corpulence, and social climbing, citing an Exchange comment on his character and future as he ages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
St. Louis Republic
Bammer
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Notary
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First National Bank
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J. A. Gregory
Riverside Dairy
E. H. Procter
Sam Turman
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Boston
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United States
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A. A. Moorman
Henry Weichelman
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Weicheliman
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Iit
Squire Schwyll
Clancey
Cincinnati Commercial Gazette
Tally
Munich
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Washington Fammer
Pittaburg Dispatch
William Donaldson
Adsworth
STAGE
Stillwater, Churchill Co
John Lee
Main Street
Pike & Wightman, Proprietors
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Public
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