26 Nov 1863
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Newspaper
Aurora Commercial
Location
Aurora, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1863
Page
1
A lengthy Civil War era narrative follows Paul Cleve’s escape, Milner and family tensions, and a turning allegiance as Cleve joins the Union cause. Diary-like scenes depict violence, moral conflict, and a dramatic note of romance amid camp life near Vermilionville and Lafayette Parish as the regiment voices gratitude and ambition.
A wartime marching song lyrical piece emphasizes steadfast unity and duty. It speaks of marching under a bright flag, facing rough fate, and defending the nation with readiness to fight if enemies near.
In a dim Virginia parlor a federal officer lies motionless on a tiger skin as the old house glows under September light. Milner and his daughter hover nearby while the portrait of confinement and impending death darkens the scene with tense, unnamed emotions.
Army correspondent from Camry La 1968 notes minimal fighting, rebels retreating to avoid battle. Cavalry pursuit continues as a detachment from the 16th counted twenty prisoners and 2,000 civilian detainees.
The Indianapolis Journal records the closing scene of a murder trial where after about thirty minutes the jury delivered a not guilty verdict. The accused, calm and serene, thanked God and prayed for guidance, while friends, family, and court officials offered tears and prayers in a poignant display of relief and gratitude.
The Judge shed tears as he ordered the Sheriff to adjourn the Court. friends offered congratulations, and the man charged as a felon walked out of court a free man.
The essay warns against late grazing of herd-grass and other pastures in autumn. It argues that overstocking and late cropping harm bulbous roots, reduce next season yields, and advises moving cattle to stable feeding with good hay or hay and roots. It stresses natural winter protection of grasses and better outcomes from buying hay or selling stock rather than overgrazing.
Ambrose Kimball of Reading writes to the Boston Recorder with fifty years of timber experience. He explains worm damage and advises cutting timber from mid September to mid December to avoid worms, noting October and November are best.
The Ohio Farmer notes the drain on serviceable horses and predicts prices will rise. It urges investing in capable colts for future maturity and breeding skilled stock to meet demand, following government disposals of low quality animals.
Fragmentary text notes a group or event, with names like Smithe and Cheng and mentions a discovery around a contribution box. The readable lines are unclear, offering limited concrete details.
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