Log Cabin Campaign of 1840 Highlights and Hype
The account reviews the 1840 log cabin and hard cider campaign for Gen. Harrison. It details the Cincinnati rally at the Galt House, the build of a log cabin, and a parade with 200 workers and bands, plus speeches by Thurston and Poindexter. It notes support across classes and praises a spirited, peaceful public mood.
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Louisville Courier
Harrison
van Buren
Bailey Peyton
Tennessee
North Bend
Harris- Si - Pa
Peyton
Cincinnati
Joe Harrison
United States
Joe
Galt House
John O. Cochran
George D. Prentice
The
Journal
Ritter
Falls City
Birney Marshall
Hiram Ray
Old Meek
Bill O'Hara
Birnam Woods
Macbeth
Candy
Watke
Clay
Polk
Cincinnati Mail Line
Gen. Harrison
Neces
Gen
Northwest
Hamilton County
Hidden War Loot Found In Old Pot Near Sulphur Springs
A Farner found an old pot along a country road near Sulphur Springs Texas. Inside the pot was $18000 in gold believed hidden by guerrillas during the war. The discovery occurred after heavy rains washed the pot ashore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sulphur Springs
Texas
Bridegroom Fails to Arrive as Guests Cheer Totten Egging
In Acnarraxoona Tennessee a wedding was disrupted when the groom did not arrive on time. Disappointed guests gathered and Totten eggs were thrown in the momentary upheaval.
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Acnarraxoona
Tenn
Salt Lake's Garfield Beach Attracts Bathers From All Walks
The Garfield Beach resort on Great Salt Lake near Salt Lake City draws visitors of all ages and faiths. The 22 percent salt water lets swimmers float effortlessly with minimal effort and a near horizontal glide. Divers find jumping limited by the buoyant lake, but spring boards and weight-assisted plunges entertain. Nearby Black Rock sits about three-quarters of a mile from shore as lake levels rise since 1865. Antelope Island hosts a near top-of-hill spring feeding a mill stream, while Fremont Island offers artesian wells of high quality and ample supply.
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Denver Republican
Garfield Beach
Great Salt Lake
Salt Lake City
Utah
Salt Lake
Black Rock
Antelope Island
Fremont Island
Rabbits Die of Diphtheria Linked to Toronto Family
Two children of Toronto's J Rogers suffered malignant diphtheria in winter. One died and the other recovered after treatment. A large number of his English rabbits fell ill and died. an examination showed the rabbits had throat sores, thick tongues, and membranes in the mouths identical to the children's disease. Dr Tyrrill concurred the rabbits died of diphtheria.
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Rogers
Tyrrill
Aunt Sally Pratt’s Window Fall Raises Curious Calm
Old Aunt Sally Pratt, longtime New England resident, dozes by an open window and falls out. She quickly recovers and comments that she had wondered how it would feel to tumble out, remarking with calm humor that things turn out queerly. She narrowly escapes serious harm.
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Sally Pratt
New England
Aunt Sally
Amusing Texas Railroads Tale From One Locomotive Line
A Northern traveler recalls Texas railroad quirks near Houston where one locomotive hauls a single train, often derails, forcing passengers to ride with planters. The conductor delays trains for a lady to dine with friends, but the lady refuses the offer and continues to Houston, angered by the policy.
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Texas
Lone Star
Houston
Chicago
America
Advertising belief ends in business failure remark
A quip notes a man who stopped believing in advertising and ceased advertising and business because it did not pay. It ends with the line Logic is logic that's all we say.
Skull Disinterred By Well Diggers In Kansas County
A human skull was exhumed by well diggers in Haskell county Kansas recently at a depth of 193 feet beneath the surface.
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Haskell County
Kan
First Mrs Tabor Lives Quietly in Denver with Noted Wealth
The first Mrs. Tabor, ex-wife of a Colorado senator, resides quietly in Denver and is valued at nearly a million dollars. She is described as a shrewd businesswoman managing a diverse portfolio.
Twenty Years Experience With ALLOOCKS Plasters
C D Fredericks of New York testifies to ALLOOCKS Porocs Plasters as a leading family medicine since 1931. He claims the plasters energize the body from the spine aid fatigue brain exhaustion debility and kidney difficulty. He states they are safe for women and children and help sore throat coughs chest pains indigestion and bowel complaints without skin irritation.
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New York
C. D. Fredericks
Narrow gauge railways run regular service at twenty inches
The article states twenty inches is the narrowest gauge used for regular railroad business in the United States, noting the unusual track width as a peculiarity of the system.
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United States
A Talking Horse and Miraculous Cures Then and Now
An old column promises wonders from talking horses to cures for consumption. It touts Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as reviving diseased lungs and claims many testimonials. It also endorses Sage’s Catarrh Remedy and ends with a quip about a woman and a mouse.
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Pierce
Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription Ad Claims Cure All
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female ailments including leucorrhea excessive flow painful menstruation and prolapsed uterus. It links women's distress to disease and mentions internal heat and ovarian inflammation with strong promotional language.
Narrow Escape Prominent Citizen Credits Kemp's Balsam
A noted local figure recalls a year confined to bed and nearly given up as consumptive, then recovers after using Kemp's Balsam for the Throat and Lungs. The product is advertised in the issue with price and a free sample bottle offer. Advertising rates are available from the paper's publisher.
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Kemp
Power behind the throne in baseball is a strong arm
A baseball game hinges on a pitcher with a strong arm and reliable defense. The description spotlights a player whose throwing power influences outs, stifling opposing rallies and shaping the game's pace. This emphasis frames the pitcher as a pivotal force in the contest.
Hood & Co Apothecaries Ad for Gold Cure
Lowell Mass based C L Hood Co markets Gold by all druggists at 1 dollar or six for 35 cents, noting availability only through their apothecaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Hood & CO
Lowell
Mass
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Tutu
Auguste
Mame
Herbrand
Fremont
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Ase
Weis
Jersey City
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Mprovec
Mile
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Rt Ao Bia
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University of Per
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