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Domestic News October 12, 1871

Eaton Weekly Democrat

Eaton, Preble County, Ohio

What is this article about?

Citizens of Eaton, Ohio, forwarded clothing, blankets, provisions, and $285 in cash to the Chicago Relief Committee, totaling 18 packages and $2,100 in aid for fire sufferers.

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CHICAGO.
AID FOR THE SUFFERERS.
Money, Clothing and Provisions forwarded to the Relief Committee of Chicago, by the Citizens of Eaton, O.
154 Blankets, Comforts and Coverlets.
591 Pieces of Children Clothing,
512 Mens Clothing,
459 Womens wear,
130 Pairs of socks and stockings
1 Keg of Molasses,
6 Barrels of Irish Potatoes,
1 Sweet it
1 Bacon & Pickle Pork,
69 Loaves Bakers Bread,
15 Rusk,
1 Case Cheese,
10 lb Crackers,
15 Cans Fruit,
12 Pair Shoes,
.1 Jar Lard,
1 Sack Dried Fruit,
Total 18 Packages by Express.
The Committee also received in money $285.00. Owing to space and time. we omitted the names of contributors, will insert in next issue.
Total $2,100

What sub-type of article is it?

Charity Or Relief

What keywords are associated?

Chicago Relief Eaton Donations Charity Aid Fire Sufferers

Where did it happen?

Eaton, O.

Domestic News Details

Primary Location

Eaton, O.

Outcome

total aid: 18 packages of clothing, blankets, provisions; $285 in money; overall value $2,100.

Event Details

Citizens of Eaton, O., sent money, clothing, and provisions to the Relief Committee of Chicago for the sufferers.

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