Polygamy Trial in Utah and Aid Appeal After West Fires
A Utah adultery case finds Hawkins found guilty despite polygamy defense, with judges upholding statute while noting religious beliefs. Separately, Michigan relief officials urge nationwide aid for victims of Chicago and Western fires, detailing omfattning losses and imminent winter needs. Michigan committee requests money and supplies sent to Detroit or Grand Rapids.
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Utah
Salt Lake City
M’kean
United States Court
Hawkins
Territory of
Michigan State Relief Committee
United States
Michigan
Chicago
Lake Michigan
Lake Huron
Michigan Relief Committee
Detroit
Grand Rapids
Sheridan Appears to Lead Firefighters at Chicago Blaze
Chicago fire scene details General Sheridan’s timely arrival and dramatic order to blow up buildings to halt the blaze. The crowd responds to the famed general’s rallying speech as several structures are destroyed to create a fire break. Also notes Tweed arrest and bonds, the Emancipation movement, and Gen Robert Anderson’s death in Nice.
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Sheridan
Plains
Chicago Journal
Michigan and
Wabash Avenues
Phil
Auany
Learned
William M. Tweed
Judge Learned
Tweed
Botts
Pet” Halstead
Republican victory praised. Errett lauded for campaign role
In Pennsylvania reflections hail Republican win on Oct 10 as the result of voter intelligence and discipline. Russell Errett, chair of the State Central Committee, is praised for steady leadership. Other items note Senator Fenton's Jamestown speech and a Virginia shift toward Republicans amid school reforms and court actions in Franklin County.
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Pennsylvania
Russell Errett
Republican State Central Committee
Errett
Harrisburg State Journal
Fenton
Jamestown
New York
Death of Hon. George Connell leaves Senate vacancy
Hon. George Connell state senator from Philadelphia's 4th District died at his home on Thursday October 26 at age 56. He served 12 years and was recently re-elected. The piece notes possible legal steps for a special election and comments on party politics and official vote tallies for Auditor General and Beath.
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George Connell
Philadelphia
Senate
Brodhead
White
Watt
Geary
General Assembly
Diverse Social Mirth and Notable Deaths Across Cities
A collection of brief items notes social quips and editorials from across the country. Thomas Ewing’s death in Lancaster is reported along with Mrs. Horace Greeley’s travels and York County habeas corpus suspensions. Other items mention Joe Jefferson’s Chicago fire losses, Colonel Grosvenor’s murder, John Gough’s father’s death, and A and G W railroad commutation tickets.
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Boston
Alexis
Philadelphia
Stewart
New York
Marble Palace
Fifth Avenue
Quilp
Henry Ward Beecher
Lancaster
Thomas Ewing
Horace Greeley
London
France
York County
S. C
Joe Jefferson
Rip van Winkle
Chicago Fire
Thomas W. Grosvenor
Chicago
Theodore N. Treat
First Regiment of
Chicago Volunteers
Chicago University
Treat
John Samuel Gough
John B. Gough
Upper Holloway
President Grant praises rail link as Bangor crowds cheer
Immense crowds in Bangor gather to see President Grant and witness the European and North American Railroad completion. The procession includes state militia, fire department units, and 700 workers. Grant toasts the road’s promise of unity and friendly ties between peoples of shared lineage.
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Chicago
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Lisgar
Dominion
Wilmot
New Brunswick
Novombega Hall
Grant
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Woodward
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Sumter
Nice
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Isaac Levi
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John Rowand, Scribe
Lycoming County Mutual Insurance Company
Warren County
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L. F. Watson
C. H. Hunter
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Pittsfield
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Zloctor
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Glade
Warren Co
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Warren, Penna
Miss Daggett
Worynes
Vincinity
Hall & Spear’s
Pittsburg Plows
S. T. Daggett
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