Carlisle Elected Speaker as South Power Returns to Congress
The 48th Congress opened in Washington with Carlisle of Kentucky chosen Speaker on the first ballot 106 to 52 30. The South regains influence as Free Trade advocates supplant Protectionists and Republican Keifer secures a renomination.
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Carlisle
Kentucky
Randall
Cox
Pennsylvania
South
Congress
John B. Clark
Missouri
John P. Leedom
Ohio
J.G. Wintersmith
Texas
L. Dalton
Indiana
J. S. Lindsey
Episcopal Church
Georgetown
House of Representatives
Noble
Keifer
Pennsylvania Governor in Tight Legislative Gamble
The Tur N Y Tribune says Governor Pattison faces a bad fix as Pennsylvania’s legislature, kept in extra session at a cost over 550000, struggles to pass an apportionment bill. If vetoed, the session continues with blame mounting. if approved, past policy is questioned. The outcome burdens the popular tidal‑wave governor.
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Pennsylvania
Origins of New England Colleges Names
The Independent notes each college’s namesake: Harvard after John Harvard who left £779 and a 300 volume library in 1638. Williams for Col Ephraim Williams, a French War veteran. Dartmouth for Lord Dartmouth, a major subscriber and first trustee president. Brown for Nicholas Brown, a graduate who endowed the college. Bowdoin for Maine governor Bowdoin. Yale for Elihu Yale, a liberal donor.
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Bowdoin College
Gov. Bowdoin
Maine
Yale College
Elihu Yale
Rhode Island Senator Anthony Struggles After Illness
The veteran Rhode Island senator Anthony traveled to Washington while recovering from a serious illness. He collapsed at his New York hotel on Tuesday but is expected to recover and likely to begin his seat in the 48th Congress and pursue a fifth term.
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Anthony
Rhode Island
Washington
New York
National banks yield profit to government since 1863
The passage notes that national banks have been enormously profitable to the government every year since their creation. Comptroller Knox's report shows a government cost of $5,610,669 from 1863 to 1885, while they paid $124,181,479.87 in taxes, excluding municipal taxes.
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Twe National Banks
Knox
Joseph Jefferson Loses Voice Gains Hope for Recovery
From Bloomington on the 28th a report says Joseph Jefferson the renowned actor lost his voice after a Peoria engagement and could not perform in Bloomington. He was under doctors care and friends fear the career may be ended though later reports indicate improvement and possible recovery.
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Pispatcs
Bloomington
Joseph Jefferson
Peoria
Jury verdict on Danville riot death cited exposure
A jury in the Danville riot case returned a verdict stating the man died from exposure due to gunfire. The remark underscored tensions around wartime race relations and governance.
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Danville
Secretary Foiter Sees 85 Million Surplus for Year
Secretary Foiter estimates a surplus of 85 million dollars for the fiscal year ending June 20 next. The surplus is described as needless taxation, a rare instance of having too much money.
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Foiter
Blaine tax plan favored to distribute liquor revenue among states
The Philadelphia Press quoted Mr Blaine opposing a surplus distribution plan of the Republican State Convention and proposing instead to tax whisky and divide the revenue among states by population. He argued this would relieve local tax burdens and provide a permanent revenue source.
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Pennsylvania
National Treasury
Congress
Maine
Philadelphia
Republic
Pennsylvania Lottery Law From 1860 Declares Lotteries Nuisances
The 1860 Pennsylvania law declared lotteries common nuisances and void transfer of ownership by lottery. Penalties include fines up to 1000 dollars and up to one year in jail for involvement, with higher penalties for dealing or advertising tickets. The June supplement adds that publishing lottery advertisements in owned or controlled newspapers or periodicals can incur fines up to 1000 dollars and up to two years hard labor confinement.
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Pennsylvania
Foreign commerce report for year ending June 30 1883
Joseph Nimmo chief of the bureau of statistics presents annual foreign commerce figures for the year ending June 30 1883. Total merchandise trade valued at 1 547 020 316 dollars the highest in the nation’s history. Trade surplus exports over imports stood at 100 658 488 dollars up from 25 902 688 previously.
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Joseph Nimmo
Bureau of Statistics
United States
General Hancock Wins Long Legal Battle Over Hotel Theft
Gen Hancock secures indemnity after a years long suit against a hotel. He claimed a $3,000 loss. defense argued monthly boarding and safe deposit rules. The New York Court of Appeals held landlords liable regardless of accommodation terms and noted no posted notices requiring safekeeping of valuables.
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Gen. Hancock
New York Court of Appeals
Congress to Hear Fitz John Porter Case After Holidays
The Fitz John Porter case will be brought before Congress after the holidays with expectations that a relief bill will pass. Gen Pleasanton reportedly seeks retirement as a major general and Fremont supporters urge authorizing Porter to draw major general pay on the retired list for his declining years.
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Fitz John Porter
Congress
Pleasanton
John C. Fremont
Newspaper Caps and Reader Grumbles Referenced
A humorous note on readers who blame newspapers for their own reactions. The narrator jokes that caps pulled down over ears while growling at press coverage fit readers more by habit than design, suggesting readers often miscast the paper’s intent.
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Noraine
Puritan Warning Against Kissing Babies
Rev. Dr. Deems criticizes kissing as an American habit. He argues adult kisses and especially kissing infants are harmful, breeding contempt and disease, and urges discontinuation to protect children.
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Dr. Deems
A. A. Davis & Co. Candy Makers Hit Record Sales
A. A. Davis & Co., a noted candy firm, reports strong performance with steady demand and expanding retail reach. The company emphasizes quality confections and continued growth across regional markets.
Washington’s tender farewell at Fraunces Tavern in 1783
Witnesses recall General Washington bidding farewell to his officers at Fraunces Tavern on Pearl Street New York with quiet emotion and a final handshake. He crossed to Whitehall Ferry later that day amid crowds, marking a simple, soldierly end to his New York stay.
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Pearl and
Broad Streets
New York
Washington
Whitehall Ferry
Jersey City
Washington statue unveiled in Wall Street parade centennial
One hundred years after British evacution of New York City the largest parade on record honored Washington. Ward's bronze statue, erected by the Chamber of Commerce at the oath spot, was unveiled as President Arthur spoke and lauded Washington's virtues amid speeches by Mr. Lane and Mr. Curtis. A banquet followed with governors, mayors, and notable guests.
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Brooklyn
John Brown Defended by Son in Chicago Herald Excerpt
Jason Brown, son of the Kansas era figure, defends his father against abolition critics. He confirms five men were killed but says his father approved. claims the victims were selected by pro slavery leaders to raid the Brown family. John Brown Jr. lives at Put-in-Bay. Jason at Summit County, Ohio.
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Old John Brown
Osawatomie
Harper’s Ferry
David N. Utter
Chicago
North American Review
Old John
Kansas
Jason
Brown
Summit County
Ohio
John Brown, Jr
Put-in-Bay
Lake Erie
Chicago Herald
Randall at Home in Chester Valley Country Life
A Boston correspondent notes Congressman Sam Randall has long served Philadelphia but does not live in the district. His home near Berwyn sits on a few acres with a simple country setting. He commutes by a dilapidated wagon drawn by a tired horse, a scene reflecting modest means. The home’s value is estimated around $200.
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Sam Randall
Philadelphia
Congress
Berwyn
Boston
Chester Valley
Mr. Randall
Irenaeus
Observer
Johnson & Siegfried Christmas Goods Ad
We present a broad line of Christmas toys and novelties with updated facilities. Our stock features the newest and best items found in the market and we invite an inspection. No trouble to show goods call early to avoid the rush. Warren Pa.
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Johnson & Siegfried
Warren, Pa
Florida Oranges and Household Goods Offered at Local Store
Cut glass bottles and nail sets advertised at L. G. Noyes drug store. Splendid lot of Florida oranges direct from the groves offered at Sersall's.
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L. G. Noyes Drug Store
Florida
Sersall’s
L. G. Noyes’ Drug Store
High Rock Spring Water advertised as cathartic remedy
High Rock Spring Water marketed as a cathartic and alterative for dyspepsia constipation and liver disorders. Suggested dose is one glass before breakfast. Sold by first class druggists with orders directed to the High Rock Ice Company Saratoga Springs NY and by L G Noyes Warren PA.
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Saratoga Springs
N. Y
L. G
Bear Killed in Tioga County Weighing 380 Pounds
A 380 pound black bear was killed in Tioga County. The report notes state law prohibits selling gunpowder guns or pistols to boys under sixteen under a 300 dollar penalty. A Pottsville woman reported false teeth lodged in her throat and feared surgery but later found them in a drawer curing her distress.
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Tioga County
Pottsville
First U S Flag Maker Revealed by Philadelphia Lady
A Philadelphia woman recounts that Mrs. John Ross made the first American flag with George Washington and Col. George Ross visiting her in June 1776. The two story Arch Street home is identified, and the anecdote notes the flag’s star design and its congressional adoption as the first star spangled banner.
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Arch Street
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Ross
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George Washington
Mill Prison
England
John Claypole
Oliver Cromwell
Angling Essays Continued in 1884 Edition
The American Angle announces the illustrated series on game fishes will continue into 1884. The twenty pages weekly feature over seventy five engravings with detailed habits, habitats, and methods to catch fish. Published by the Angler at 252 Broadway New York at $3 annually.
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American
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New Yorkers see lingering British influence in clubs and fashion
The New York World argues remnants of British influence linger in 19th century style and social life. It notes the Union Club, Murray Hill, and admiration for British lords shape a society that echoes Britain, unlike 1783 when British culture was less welcome.
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Prince of Wales
Texas Farmers Sell Cotton Wool and Horses
Texas farmers sold last year 59000000 dollars of cotton 53000000 dollars of wool and mutton and 1000000 dollars worth of horses and hides.
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Patent Office Rejects Many 24 Hour Clock Applications
The Patent Office has rejected numerous applications for 24 hour clocks, pending further examination and potential appeals. The decision affects multiple inventors and firms seeking to patent timekeeping devices.
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Patent Office
A. A. Davis & Co. Debut New Publications and Goods
A. A. Davis & Co. opens a large invoice highlighting new books by Wister James Hawthorne Holmes and Mark Twain among many titles. The shop also features Dr Blodgett's Balm claims and a wide array of furniture, canned goods, glass and ink stands at Banner Furniture, McNeir & Co, SERSALL, and Variety Hall.
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Alice Weber
Gray
Mark Twain
On the Mississippi
Australia
W. H. Thames
E. P. Roe
Bret Harte
East Lynne
Henry Wood
Warren
Banner
McNeir & Co
Sersall’s
Variety Hall
Fall and Winter Clothing by Jacob Keller Tailor
Jacob Keller offers a large stock of imported and domestic cloths in fall and winter styles. He can tailor a dress suit business suit fine overcoat or neat fitting pants with low prices and skilled workmen. Rooms are on the second floor at Second and Liberty streets.
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Second and
Liberty Streets
Warren
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J. D. NE
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ORR
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