Caled Cushing to Madrid and world news items
Caleb Cushing will leave for Madrid early in February. Madame Parepa Rosa, famed singer, died in London on Tuesday night the 22nd. A boy named Henry Brown was arrested for theft, tried in a county court, and sentenced to two years at Pontiac Reform School. San Francisco school directors abolish French and German in most public schools due to funds for primaries. A London based Check Bank allows deposits with check packets for payments. no overdraft risk. The House Finance Committee reviewed State Treasurer Rutz’s accounts, confirming the $908,031.74 balance in the treasury as correct and secure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madame Parepa “Rosa
London
Cairo
Henry Brown
State Reform School
Pontiac
San Francisco
House of Representatives
Rutz
Ofllinois
A New Homestead Law Reported by Townsend
The bill to secure homesteads to actual settlers on the public domain repeals pre emptions and grants a 40 acre cash entry for those twenty one and older who are U S citizens or have declared intent. Entry requires proof of actual possession and no valid adverse claim at occupancy and one year of use for mechanical commercial or manufacturing purposes.
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Townsend
Committee On Public Lands
United States
The
General Land Office
Illinois Bill Makes Rail Schedules Prima Facie Evidence
The act provides that all railroad rate schedules prepared and published by the Railroad and Warehouse Commission are prima facie evidence of reasonable maximum rates for freight and passenger transport. Schedules, with a certificate from the commission, require no further proof in court. An emergency clause ensures immediate effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railroad Commissioners
State of
Illinois
General Assembly
Railroad and Warehouse Commission
Beecher on Dreamland and Luck in Sermon Reflections
The preacher dismisses superstition and luck as vague signs, arguing luck arises from causes and dreams stem from brain activity. He recalls stealing in dreams, emphasizes conscience over omens, and notes contrasts in Sunday behavior among men. He mentions boarding with Dr Langbein and hints at personal trials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Beecher
Aome
Dr. Langbein
Danbury Hatter's Lumber-Pile Boat Mixup
Danbury News recounts Mr. BE A. Robinson a large spectacled hatter, who boarded the wrong boat in Norwalk while lugging a heavy bundle and valise. He climbed a lumber pile to judge which vessel carried his goods, only to see both boats pull away with his items, provoking a public tableau of frustration as onlookers watched his chase end at the depot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Danbury News
A. Robinson
Danbury
New York
Norwalk
Mr. Robinson
Robinson
Quote on sin and biblical precepts echoed in sermon
A fragment recalls a speaker arguing the Bible provides a reliable conscience guide. He notes patriarchs lived similarly to modern times, suggesting many would face penitentiary if judged today. The excerpt cites bread as holy symbol and reflects on moral accountability.
Marine Sharp Shooters Society Ball A Grand Social
The Marine Sharp Shooters Society held its annual ball on the prior Saturday evening at Elbring's jail. The event was a grand success thanks to the committee's efficient management. Messrs Fisher, Kaut, Hoberg, and Tieman organized efforts to please all attendees and ensure a joyful gathering.
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The
Marine Sharpshooters’ Society
Elbring’s
Fisher
Kaut
Hoberg
Tieman
Elbrings Supper Ends Sharpshooters Ball Night
A lively gathering ends with peace and harmony as guests dance into the early hours. One young man boasted seven daggers, yet escaped unharmed and took pride in his manly bravado before sinking into dreams.
Willoughby and Purviance Wed in Troy Area
Married Wednesday at the bride’s parents home one mile west of Troy. Rev. W D Chapin officiated as J H B Willoughby wed Miss Margaret I Purviance.
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James x ‘Jarvig
Raitor and
Caleb Cushing
Spain
Madrid
MR. Beecher IN
Dreamland
N. Y
Rawson
Bro
Risser & Rawson
Chicago
St. Louis
H. A. Jandt & Sons
Madisonounty
OUR Boot & Shoe
Childrena
Philadelphia
St. Tours
Edwardsville
Queensware
Sucre
Ics
St.Louis Democrat
Columans
Hekly Ingle Co
Liberal Commission
St Louis Democrat Co
Fred. Allwarter
Clay Street
Troy City
al i Y
Robert ‘ Williamson
Constable
Joan L. Purviance
Constable and Coleecton
Tna
Glone
Isurance Co’s
James
Downie
Wreuia
Troy
Market Street
James M. Seybold
Joseph Kiesel
Issay
Rail Road
Andrew Klein
Main Street
Tmingis
Morta
John Deimling
Benet Shmitt
Troy City Exchange
Felix Droll
Mike Kelly
Billiard Hall
Post Office
Edwardsville, Ills
John Diehle
T. H. Bell
Smith
Iyt
Anton
Antonie Brupuaver
Clay
Washington Ulrects
Trovisionte
C. M
John J. Hefty
Methodist
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