Henry Ward Beecher as a transformative orator and man
A retrospective portrait of Henry Ward Beecher, famed as a versatile and fearless preacher. The piece likens him to Gladstone in the pulpit, notes his unbound style, charisma, and the transformative power of his delivery. It recalls his influence during the Civil War era and Plymouth Church leadership.
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Henry Ward Beecher
Patrick Henry
Mr. Beecher
Gladstone
Webster
Phillips
Thomas Corwin
Charles Sumner
Father Taylor
Gough
Plymouth Church
England
Dr. Beecher
America
Kansas
Henry Ward Beecher described as a national moral force
The obituary tribute lauds Henry Ward Beecher for his impassioned sermons and lectures promoting practical piety and total abstinence. It highlights his wartime mercy, Sanitary Commission fundraising, English oratory, and influence rivaling Lincoln, calling him a metropolitan preacher and platform magnet whose life shaped Civil War era civilization.
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England
Sanitary Commission
Lincoln
Hamlet
Henry Ward Beecher
N. Y
Hale Criticizes Democrats as Lacking Cohesion and Plans
Senator Eugene Hale of New York declares the Democratic Party shows utter lack of administrative and legislative faculty, no unified leadership, and no coherent policy on tariff, silver, surplus distribution, or broad statecraft amid feeble administration and poor recommendations. He cites discord in House and Senate and calls for stronger governance. Health Renewer ad promotes vitality for men and women.
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Eugene Hale
New York
Democratic Party
Washington
House
Senate
Democratic Organization
Congress
Hair Tonics Restore Color and Strengthen Scalp
An elegant dressing restores original color and softens hair without oil or grease. A tonic restorative stops hair loss, strengthens, cleanses, and heals the scalp. Quick, complete cure for kidney, bladder, and urinary diseases offered at druggists for $1.
Rough on Bile Pills and Household Goods Ad
Advertisement prompts Rough on Bile pills in small granules with a small dose boasting big results and stomach-friendly action priced at 10c and 25c. It also promotes a perfect washing powder named Rough on Dirt, touting gentle fabric care, water softening, and soap saving benefits with 5c and 10c and 25c price points. Witty clippings describe women’s social banter and snippets about Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup and a church moment with a curious child.
Bull Pawnbroker and a Country Youth Pawn Tale
A Detroit pawnbroker names a wary young man with tan freckles and a family bull’s eye watch seeking cash. The exchange turns sharp as police are mentioned and a wary warning is issued about thieves and a girl’s temptations. The page also notes The Situation in the Hocking Valley with revival in coal and iron trade and Con. Gilder’s failed pole quest ending in a New York hotel lobby.
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Detroit
Hocking Valley
Nelsonville News
Con. Gilder
New York
Time Card Taking Effect Nov 28 1886 Central Time
A historic notice announces the adoption of Central Time effective November 28, 1886. It records a 13 pm reference and signals a standardized time standard for the region.
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