Fragmentary Civil War Era Rhetoric On Lincoln Assassination
Fragmentary OCR text reflects a political speech or editorial condemning Confederate leaders and praising Lincoln. It references the assassination, the Libby Prison, Richmond, and calls for retribution while denouncing reconciliation with the rebels. The tone is solemn and accusatory about Confederate agents.
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Barry Addus
Dahlgren
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Hay
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Lincoln
President's Proclamation on Maritime Rights and Belligerent Status
The text discusses a proclamation asserting equal rights for maritime nations and warning of retaliation if acts of blockade and seizure continue. It notes the capture of Richmond and Lee’s army as progress in the Union’s war effort and argues for recognizing rebels as belligerents while condemning foreign powers for injuring private property.
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United States of America
Weadf. Sewant
State Convention eyes June meeting for state offices
The State Convention plans a June session to decide on state offices. Potential candidates include Gen. RB McComb of Lawrence and S A Heistand of Lancaster for Auditor General. If western delegates unite, McComb may secure the nomination. Eastward support may shift to Gen. Nagle or Col. John P. Glass with Allegheny backing.
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Political Shifts In 1860s Elections Highlight Republican Gains
Fragmentary report shows Democratic losses across towns with a surge for Republicans. Mentions candidates Kasson Kirkwood and Warrel with references to Connecticut returns and historic totals from 1860 to 1864, noting majorities shifting in districts and counties.
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Sémuel ‘J. Kirkwood
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Proclamation Announces War Aims And Market Controls
The document outlines draft act enforcement, reduced supplies, and restricted commerce to meet government needs. It praises military discipline and peacetime restraint, noting districts meeting quotas will welcome the proclamation. It condemns profiteering and mentions military permits affecting cotton trade and contractors.
Important Legislation On Evidence and Official Fees
A notice explains new acts altering evidence law and appointing competent witnesses in suits where fiduciaries have no personal interest. It also publishes a repeal of local county fees for Justices of the Peace and Constables with fee rates to be taxed and followed. The piece urges officials to study the pamphlet and govern themselves by its provisions.
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Richmond Hart
Thomas C. McDonald
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Joseph Ledles
Shuié
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John H. May
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John May
Movements of Gov Curtin during Grant Battle Relief
The article notes Governor Curtin ordered the Surgeopee with volunteer corps of musicians to field with no supplies to tend wounded from Pennsylvania. He personally supervised relief measures and left Fortres as soon as possible.
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Leo
Besfore
Petersburg
Fragmented Historic Clipping Mentions Crepe Event
A damaged fragment notes a crepe related event or offering with unclear details and partial phrases. The readable bits mention tribute or food items but lack clear names, dates, or locations.
Lincoln Assassination Shocks Nation at Ford's Theatre
Reported in Ford's Theatre box President Abraham Lincoln was shot by actor John Wilkes Booth during a performance. Booth fled the stage amid chaos and pursuit while Lincoln’s condition remained precarious as doctors fought to save him. Major Seward and others were also attacked. Booth cried “Sic semper tyrannis” as he fled.
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Murderous assault at Seward residence shocks nation
April 15 report describes a violent intruder attempting to enter Secretary Seward's father's chamber at his residence. Fred Seward and an attending soldier clashed with the assailant who fought back with a pistol and knife, wounding Major Seward and an attendant. the latter died hours later.
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