Polk Widow Dead The Nashville death of Mrs James Polk
Nashvill e Aug 15 surrounded by friends and relatives Mia James Polk wife of the tenth president died after a long illness ex exhaustion due to old age was the cause She was born Sarah Childress September 4 1803 in Tennessee Her estate and pension issues after President Polk death are noted along with a description of the Polk home and a curious will that favored his wife The article lists Polk family finances and mentions a pension struggle and court considerations tied to the will
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Volcano seen active near Menastash mines in Washington
Reports from Menastash mines say an active volcano was operating thirty five miles southeast of the mines producing a bright glow with lava running down the slopes. Observers believe it may be the same volcano referenced by climbers of Mount Tacoma.
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Pneumatic Tubes to Link New York and Chicago
A proposed pneumatic tube system from New York to Chicago aims to rapid transit mail and passengers. Inventor claims a heat cube switch enabling signals at stations and terminals, with trials promising a nationwide network if Congress funds. The concept already operates in London and other British cities.
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VALUATION OF FARMS AND TAX RATES ACROSS COUNTIES
The state board of agriculture lists values for 4 882 farms totaling 34 032 025 with 295 931 75 in tax paid at an average 8 69 mills. It notes county variation in assessment and that 100 000 invested in farms yields 9 91 mills in tax.
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Leprosy Death Reported in New Orleans Hospital
A white woman named Mary Bolt died of leprosy at the smallpox hospital after being admitted in June. Physicians note the disease had long duration with extensive sores and a white rash. Dr Beard reports six other leprosy cases in the city and criticizes lack of segregation measures.
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General Gordon Endorses Northern Southern Veterans Reunion
General J B Gordon commander in chief of Confederate camps endorses a reunion of northern and southern veterans at the Chicago World’s Fair. He expresses empathy with the effort to unite sections and hopes thousands attend for a peaceful, beneficial gathering.
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Chicago
John B Gorbon
Wild Day on Chicago Wheat Board Sparks Frenzy
Chicago traders watched December wheat spike to 1.08 dollars then retreat to 1.06 as prices swung wildly. Shorts were stunned by the rally amid fears of heavy losses, with no crash occurring and spot wheat showing similar volatility.
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Chicago Board of Trade
MSU
100 Doses One Dollar Sarsaparilla Claim
An advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the most economical medicine with 100 doses per bottle lasting a month. It contrasts it with rival preparations that allegedly fail after a week and hints that love is linked to hate in a dismissive line.
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Sulphur Hitters Claim A Cure For Weakness
A New Haven notice quotes Mrs 8 recounting three months of illness blamed on Prolapsus Uteri. She says a druggist uncle advised using Sulphur Bitters, spending $5.00 to cure general weakness and debility, while criticizing a physician who charged $1.50 daily.
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Boston's Ly's Cream Be praised for relief of long illness
A reader reports twelve years of catarrh with throat pain and nosebleeds, tried many remedies without help. Since using Ly's Cream Be advertised in Boston, bleeding stopped and soreness vanished after a few days.
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Harrison Declines Nomination For 1892 Convention
A special dispatch reports President Harrison will not allow his name to be put forward at the 1892 Republican National Convention. Three conditions govern his stance: if opposition to his candidacy continues, he will withdraw. if Blaine remains viable, he may be favored. if Rising seeks the nomination, Harrison will withdraw. Various party leaders are advised of the decision.
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Democratic campaign speakers tour across the West Coast
Prominent Democratic leaders plan a coast to coast campaign, with a Spokane stop and a Puget Sound reception. Senators Kenna and Lyman, Representatives Adams and others will join, as the party travels through Oregon California Utah Colorado en route to a state convention.
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President Carr Makes Multiple Judicial and Diplomatic Appointments
The president appointed Henry Co Niles as judge for the northern and southern districts of Biaisapm, Charles Wo Erdman as United States consul to Colon, Alice Shannon as postmistress at Lodge Mon, and Fred P Weinmann as in Beggeria Cal. The president prepares for Bennington township after a very busy day.
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Democratic clubs secretary explains convention date
Major John Warman denies the executive committee will meet next Wednesday to set the state convention date. He says the meeting is postponed to Thursday the 20th and will be held here.
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Monetary Improvement in Lisbon amid Silver Coinage Expansion
The Lisbon market reports a broadened monetary base as silver coinage increases and small notes circulate. Public acceptance grows, retailers press for more issues while silver remains scarce for remittances to England. Imports fall with wheat import end and weak exchange rates. home manufacturing and crops in wine, wheat, and maize rise.
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Confederate Aid Prompts Monument Unveiling in Corrace City
The unveiling of a boilders' monument in Corrace City honors Marthas Vineyard soldiers of the Civil War with Con Horatio King of Brooklyn as orator. Charles Strahan, editor of the Marthas Vineyard Herald, a former Confederate soldier, led promotion efforts. Also reported is Maine's case of a nine year old girl Orff of Levant cured by riding a tricycle improving her spinal deformity and health.
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Pierce's Favorite Prescription Promoted for Women
An advertisement extols Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a premier remedy for women's health needs. It claims the product is expressly designed for women, capable in various conditions, and guarantees satisfaction or money back. The tone mirrors a period advertising style with bold assurances.
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Patent remedy ad for headaches and biliousness cure
A short cream colored ad offers a cure for headache biliousness vertigo and constipation. The remedy is sold for five cents per box and claims to be a sarsaparilla preparation. Includes names Bale Laubach Boyd.
Parachutist Professor De Ive Drowns During Exhibition
Professor De Ive a noted aeronaut from Manchester England drowned during a Pleasant Beach display on Onondaga Lake. About 10 000 to 20 000 spectators watched as he fell from about 1000 feet and struck the water while on a trapeze. The body was not recovered and rescue efforts continued.
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Horrible Death of a Lady Parachutist at Cincinnati
A balloon ascent at Coney Island ended in tragedy when Amna Harkess fell from about 1000 feet after the parachute failed. She collided with the ground, suffering extensive injuries, with spectators fainting and medical distress among the crowd. Miss Harkess, professionally known as Leroy, hailed from Indianapolis.
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Rainmaking Test Aims At National Regeneration
Moisture creating experiment under Professors Meyer Castallar and Resse uses balloons with explosive gas and dynamite tails. About fifty balloons and mortars will be launched in rapid sequence with observers aloft and on the ground. General Dyrenforth coordinates by telephone as scientific measurements proceed.
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War returns as mob attacks St Louis Catholic church
In Cleveland on August 17 a race related disturbance at St Louis Catholics parish erupts with a mob of over a hundred Hungarians surrounding Priest Martvony's house. Glass is broken and a heavy stone hits his bed as police arrive. The crowd shouts kill Hun murder the stay priest and shots are fired before officers disperse the mob.
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Mrs Polk laid to rest at historic Nashville tomb
Thousands gather as the widow of the tenth U S president James K Polk is interred in the family vault near the mansion where he died half a century ago. A police detail of sixty keeps the path clear while relatives and friends follow the casket covered with flowers to the tomb. Short services are held and mourners depart. The article also notes the Prince of Wales’s memory and observation skills as a separate aside.
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Nashville
James Polk
United States
Liver health and a famous patent remedy advertised
An 19th century style advertorial praises Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for liver disease and blood disorders, claims physicians recommend it, and notes an auction. It also cites Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a kidney liver bladder remedy praised by Dr McCormick. The piece ends by stating English census shows nearly one million more females than males.
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Gettysburg Soldier Recovers After Sulphur Bitters Trial
In a Gettysburg battlefield memory a soldier recalls a leg wound and years of bone fragments and a running sore. He reports no relief from limited means until trying Sulphur Bitters, which brought significant improvement and recovery.
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Why I Am a Protectionist Aged Senator Sherman Explains
The article presents Senator John Sherman defending protectionist policy as essential for American independence. It argues tariffs support diverse industries, protect labor, and diversify employment, praising historical support from Washington to Jackson and McKinley era protections. It notes domestic production lowers prices for consumers and calls for a stable, testable tariff system with reciprocity and room for modification.
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Great Journalist Advocates Protectionist Duty Plan
The speaker argues for high duties to raise about 1,000,000 dollars daily, keeping foreigners out of the market and protecting American industries. He condemns free trade as impracticable and links Democratic policies to colonial aims, urging Ohio voters to restore duties on sugar and uphold treaties, while praising protection for farmers and domestic industries.
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Protective policy effects on American industry and trade
The passage argues that protection strengthens the United States as a leading agricultural, manufacturing, and commercial nation. It contends protection sustains high American living standards, enables workers to educate their children, and limits reliance on foreign traders deemed “free traders.” It warns that free trade burdens domestic production and taxation and claims protection fosters growth at home and expands commerce abroad.
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Calamity Camabel Criticism of Him Splits Democratic Ranks
A Cincinnati judge and party loyalist denounce Campbell and pledge support for the Peffer ticket to boost McKinley’s margin in Hamilton County. He accuses Campbell of factional maneuvers, recalls contested appointments, and cites legislative battles, while opposing the Cleveland convention lineup.
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