Presidential politics and forest fears in 1884 DC
From our Regular Correspondent in Washington a view of congressional activity and party struggles. Arthur’s NY delegates battle divides the GOP while a proposed six year term and direct state vote are debated. Lumber stock and US pine output highlight looming ecological and economic costs amid public notices of costs and politics.
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Vicinity Oil Notes Show Activity and Setbacks
Drilling continues across Scott's run and surrounding farms near Irvington and Glade. Several operations report sand influx, equipment shut downs, and delays due to cold weather. the Davis, Demick, and Union Oil ventures show varied progress with at least one notable dry or problematic well. Fresh water influx noted at Chambers No.2, while rigs move between sites and adjust to geology and weather conditions.
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Noted American Envoy to Russia W. H. Hunt Dies in St Petersburg
Obituary notes the death on February 27 in St. Petersburg of Iran W. H. Hunt envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary from the United States to Russia. A South Carolina native educated at Yale, Hunt built a legal career in New Orleans, served in Republican politics, and held posts including secretary of the Navy. He married four times, suffered dropsy from chronic liver disease, and a Russian condolence message to Washington followed.
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Bear Cuddle Ends Picnic Tale of Wisconsin Girl
A western manners fable narrates a Wisconsin girl at a picnic who wandered into the woods. While seated, a grizzly bear crept up and hugged her, she dreamily asked if it was Charles, and the bear released her then left, ending the scene as the gathering broke up.
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Revolutionary War era open-lace guid watch linked to Lafayatte
John Van Pelt of Hatboro holds an open-lace guid watch once owned by General Lafayette and carried through history. In 1824 it passed to General Smith of Maryland, later sold to Joseph Campbell of Bucks County, ancestor of Mrs. Alice Pelt of Newtown, who sold it to her son Joan. The watch features unique design and pearled cases set with gold plates, a prized piece for an antiquarian collection.
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Hatboro
Lafayutte
General Smith
Maryland
Joseph Campbell
Bucks County
Alice Pelt
Newtown
Joan
Lanadale
Minister Arrested in Avnourn for Theft of Horse and Clothes
Rev. Mc Donald, who preached last evening at Avnourn, was arrested this morning on a horse and clothes theft charge from Foster. The minister stayed at Foster’s after services. the horse and clothing were missing at dawn and later found in the minister’s possession.
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Deadly coal gas claims Schoeider household
In Eric Pennsylvania neighbors forced entry to find Charles Schoeider and his family overcome by coal gas. The stove cover was ajar and all suffered severe symptoms with blood at the mouth and nose. Doctors worked through the day to revive them. Miss Schneider aged eighteen is considered past hope.
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Heart Regulator touted as cure by 80 years user
From the worst stages of heart disease I consider myself cured by the use of Dr. Graves' Heart Regulator. T. N. Towns of Tilton New Hampshire credits the remedy after eighty years of use. Sold by druggists at one dollar per bottle.
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Indian Skull Echoes Brant Cornplanter Vengeance Tale
A Baldwins Creek family near Elmira, New York holds a skull from the Sullivan expedition era. The skull bears a bullet wound in the forehead, linked to Cornplanter and Brant era feuds. Birds nest in the skull, now atop a pole used as a retreat for two ground squirrels.
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Cooper's Refusal Spawns Push for At Large Congress
A turbulent critique charges Thomas W. Cooper with blocking Pennsylvania apportionment, promising a return to a congressman-at-large as a Republican tactic. The writer accuses Cooper of betrayal for personal gain, calls for punishment by voters, and notes his alignment with prominent interests. The piece ends with a reader letter praising Dr Bull's Cough Syrup from F J Denham of New Richmond Ohio.
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Opinion of a German Blacksmith Worked at the White House
Washington Letter from the Cleveland Herald recalls a German blacksmith who says he worked for several U S presidents from Johnson to Arthur. He critiques Hayes and Guiteau, praises Grant as the best president, and recounts a humorous anecdote about a wine cellar key and rye. The piece captures public figure popularity through a workingman's casual, colorful memory.
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IRISH-AMERICAN DYNAMITERS IN LONDON CASES
Lond on March 8 two Irish Americans who arrived Feb 20 from Southampton near Paddington described as authors of a recent dynamite outrage. A valise containing an infernal machine was found in their Waverly Hotel room. An Irish suspect named Nellis surrendered to police claiming knowledge of Lord Leitrim's murder. Rewards totalling 5,000 dollars were offered for dynamite outrages. Fenian leaders expressed views on Anglo Irish tensions.
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Randall Leads Democratic Split Over Tariff Reform
Washington dispatch reports Samuel J Randall has formed a Democratic faction to block tariff legislation. Randall denies blocking but hints he will vote against the tariff bill. A Democratic caucus is expected. over two thirds favor tariff reform and support Morrison and the Ways and Means committee. The party aims unity on tariff policy, with members choosing between reform principles and Republican positions.
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Federal Appointments Nominated by President Today
The President sent nominations to the Senate for John K. Valentine US attorneyEastern District of Pennsylvania James N. Kerns US marshal Eastern District of Pennsylvania John M Vanderslice pension agent Philadelphia William M Bunn governor Idaho territory John C Perry chief justice Wyoming Francis M Gannell surgeon general and chief of medicine Navy Also an advertisement notes a vegetable medicine O i age 3 for sale and a job ad for a boy at Bairstow's.
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