Blaine letter defends religious liberty amid political attacks
The article reproduces a 1876 Blaine letter denying a Catholic accusation and affirming religious freedom, noting the Cameron faction’s tactics and Blaine’s heritage. It also surveys varied political and social notes from courts to public notices, including piracy, telegraph politics, and Western sentiment.
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Washington
Dean Fairxp
Presbyterian
Washington College
Cameron Gang
Pennsylvania
Presbyterian Church
Old Colony
Camerona
Republic
Western
Mangahela Valley
J.G. Boarne
James King
Pittsburg
Camerons
Blaine
Original Fire Worshippers Pargees in Bombay Largest Sect
There are few remaining Pargees, the original Fire Worshippers. The largest community, about 150000, resides in Bombay. They hold a position akin to Jews in London, respected for integrity thrift care for their own poor and generosity of wealthier members toward public causes.
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Bombay
London
Woman's Suffering and 19th Century News Snippets
A New York Tombs case shows a judge urging a brutal husband’s release as a pleading wife notes she’d rather be beaten than see her children go hungry. A Mechanicville runaway engine wrecks two locomotives near Coon's crossing after a switchback run. Oakland hosts a wake for the extra session with Democrats lamenting a monopoly. Republicans plan a Chicago convention to name a president, Blaine a leading candidate. Victoria’s sister-in-law Madame Kalamire faces divorce for pre marriage misconduct. An Althea dream is linked to a possible modern namesake. An earthquake shakes Cuazicuo peninsula killing twenty and destroying villages.
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New York
Public Building Bills Pass for Portland and Sacramento
Senate approves two public building bills costing 250000 dollars for Portland Oregon and 700000 dollars for Sacramento. Three Chinese suspects arrested in Portland accused of resisting officers and threatening to kill witnesses in a smuggling case involving Chinese detainees.
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Senate
Portland
Oregon
Sacramento
Letter by Lord Macaulay Warns US on Democratic Peril
An 1857 exchange between Lord Macaulay and Henry Randall warns that pure democracy erodes liberty and civilization. It argues Americans will face fiscal crisis, rising discontent, and potential spoilation unless a strong governing framework preserves property and order. The letter foresees New York politics shifting to populist rule amid hardship and warns of inevitable despotic shifts if moderation fails.
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Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Secretary of State
State Department
John Russell Young
Young
Foreign Office
China
America
Miller
Congress
Russell
Lord Macaulay
Henry 8. Randall
New York
Jefferson
Hotxy Lopee
Kexsinatos
Loyxpox
Henry
Ranparyt
Europe
France
Old World
New England
Old England
Manchesters
Birminghams
England
United States
Napoleon
Well Grounded Fears on Irish American Free Trade Debate
The piece argues Irish Americans oppose tariff cuts on English goods, fearing it helps English manufacturers at America’s expense. It cites Democratic free traders misreading Irish American loyalties and predicts political contention at a Tammany Hall event. The author questions whether Hurd Morrison Bayard and Carlisle can persuade Irish Americans otherwise.
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Democratic Party
America
Ireland
Apostles of
Free-Trade
Tammany Hall
Messrs. Hurd
Morrison, Bayard and
Carlisle
When Ladies Are Attractive and Gleaming
An ad style notice claims women look best when free of pimples and use Parker's Ginger Tonic to purify blood and skin. It also promotes Parker's Hair Balsam as a remedy for graying hair, promising a youthful appearance.
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Parker
U. S
Jena
Cence
Our Men
America
Hallett Book Co
Portland
Maine
The Tomb. Mrs Ida White Dies at 58 in Reno
In Reno Nevada on May 23 1884 Mrs Ida White wife of Al White died at age 58. The notice records her death and basic family ties in a brief obituary style.
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White
Reno
Nevada
Ida, White
al, White
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