I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: September 4 th , 1874

We hear from a Trenton resident as she recounts her recent journey to Mount Pleasant, as well as the goings-on in her town.

I recap some of the marvelous things going on right now at the county fair.

And later, turmoil has erupted and more blood has been shed in Louisiana as the White League continues their reign of terror in the South.

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00:00 - Disclaimers

00:24 - Introduction

00:46 - Headlines

01:10 - HCHT Ad

02:02 - From Trenton

06:52 - Our Fair

11:00 - Tablot Ad

12:20 - News Nuggets

15:04 - The Latest Styles

16:54 - Outro

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I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: September 11th , 1874

The Tax Sale listings have arrived. Hear who failed to pay to the state and what rates some of the plots will be going for in the coming weeks.

The Minnesota committee tasked with investigating their former auditor’s funds handling have presented their findings and... it’s not going to look good on the late man’s legacy.

And later, after the delay put into place due to new building construction over the summer, the graduation class of Whittier College celebrates their commencement and presents their series of lectures with various degrees of enthusiasm and effectiveness.

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00:24 - Into

00:46 - Headlines

01:10 - HCHT Ad

01:58 - Tax Sale

10:54 - Minnesota Money Mismanagement

12:50 - S. Herrick Ad

13:30 - News Nuggets

16:50 - Whittier College Commencement

19:32 - Outro

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I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: September 4 th , 1874

Tragedy has befallen the McDowell family this week, after their youngest son intentionally ingested poison, ending his life.

The new heard law referendum has come. Hear how and what to vote on.

And later, hear about the latest styles which have become available in our community thanks to the proprietors of one local shop.

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00:00 - Disclaimers

00:59 - Introduction

01:20 - Headlines

01:39 - HCHT Ad

02:20 - A Sad Story of Suicide

06:28 - The Heard Law

07:54 - Merriam-Webster Ad

09:24 - News Nuggets

13:14 - The Latest Styles

16:31 - Outro

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This week 150 years ago...

• Our friendly Occasional reply's to Fair Play's previous response to the matters of finance, the gold standard, and inflation
• I present a series of maxims and observations to for the betterment of our lives and sensibilities
• Could the cure for consumption come from the blood of sheep?

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This last week saw the incredible reveal of the Reverend Henry Howard Beecher’s testimony before the council of Plymouth Elders. While we were unable to attend the hearing, we are getting these details third hand, so you can rest assured we will provide you with an accurate enough account of his testimony of this great national scandal.

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The contents of the letter from HW Beecher to E Tilton, released to the press the week of August 7th, 1874, dated back to the fall of 1870. 

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I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: August 14th, 1874

We hear a response to a our recently featured response on the issues of paper money and the gold standard.

A warning needs to be aired to travelers planning to stay in hotels in Burlington.

And later, it seems that the habeas corpus marriage trend from out east has come to our neck of the woods.

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I’m Spencer Barton, and these are your headlines for: August 7 th , 1874

The Beecher-Tilton scandal has new developments, including vows of silence, released letters, police reports, and even Ms. Susan B. Anthony.

The habits of two families chickens resulted in playground warfare and a court hearing.

And later, I present a proposition which many feel would greatly improve the commerce of our city: constructing a bridge across the Skunk River.

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Letter from Beecher to Mrs. Tilton

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This week 150 years ago...

We hear a response to a previous writer on the issue of money and financing in America.

I recount my conversations I had with a sheriff, a U.S. marshal, and a fugitive.

And later, I report live from Indianapolis, where I attended the National Butter Convention.

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This week, 150 years ago...

The independent press is under attack from some in the federal government

The Normal Literary Society holds a discussion on the question of compulsory education

Mr. Clarke learns the hard way that crime doesn't pay

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