27 Dec 1865
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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1865
Page
1
The readable lines honor the dead and mention paying tribute to brave children who died. The text expresses national ingratitude and flag duty, referencing a solemn memorial purpose and a call to remembrance. It preserves the emotional, devotional tone of a wartime dedication.
Citizens of New Brighton and vicinity heard a lecture by George Thompson, British reformer and abolitionist, recounting his life and public battles for liberty. The talk traced his journeys in the United States and Britain, and his role with the Emancipation Society amid early anti slavery sentiment.
The text preserves a lengthy 1860s era rhetorical piece praising emancipation principles, criticizing slavery, and urging reconciliation. It references Sumner and Johnson era debates, calls for justice for freedmen, and cautions on traitors while noting wartime losses and a vision of national unity. It also includes personal recollections of wartime hardship and civic duty.
Dr. J. A. G. Egbert of Pittsburgh plans a large philanthropic project in Mercer County. He will donate land and $20,000 to $100,000 plus buildings to establish a home for altered orphans and friendless children under the Northern Home for Friendly Society auspices. The plan includes 206 acres and capacity for 400-500 children with a spring start and a board from Western Pennsylvania.
Fragmentary notes describe Beauregard, places to live, and distant locales amid garbled phrases. The text references Brazil, Joniaon, and foreign counter points, with scattered mentions of people and attributes, leaving unclear who organized what action or where events occurred.
A documented NY pickpocket, later jailed, discloses his successful methods. He notes victims outside theaters and on omnibuses, describes how city residents are targeted less, and explains recognizing pedestrians likely to be distracted by shop windows or money in street crowds.
A steamship Grenada incident ends with six crew members and a dog saved after drifting without food or water for over thirty six hours. An officer aids the crew as wreckage is searched and a tense plan to survive unfolds at dawn amid warnings from a loyal dog and stern actions aboard.
Horace Alayoard recalls a Nashville meeting with Colonel Maynard while branding in a hotel. The pardon-seeker claims a past attachment to Governor Johnson and seeks Maynard to handle his case amid tension and implied accusations.
Cincinnati inventor Mr. Loary Zale Jr. unveils a patent double and single bank lock praised for security against picking and powder, with two independent bolts and patent flat keys. It claims to resist theft and being forced, offering tighter protection across doors and drawers.
The piece denounces extremist sentiments praising an assassin of President Lincoln and attacks political figures including Jonn Wilkes Booth and Ben Butler. It scolds those who praise violence and questions public devotion to the nation.
A garbled New York Herald item reports rebel prisoners captured and paroled by Union forces. The fragment hints at numbers and dates but is too incomplete to specify names or locations.
A Frazer’s Magazine passage argues education starts with a mother’s look and a father’s approving smile. It describes gentle family moments, nature scenes, and early virtues guiding children toward benevolence and acts of virtue toward God.
A woman sought aid from Richard Reynolds for a young orphan boy. Reynolds declined payment for mere thanks, urging that one should thank the giver of both clouds and rain by honoring the good in others and learning to help as a friend.
The text notes Quincy Adams was elected to the Massachusetts Legislature from Quincy and discusses the Adams family's long political legacy from John Adams to John Quincy Adams and beyond, highlighting sustained intellect across generations.
The imperial army and navy have recently traveled between regions to review fortifications and army readiness. Officers observe the forces in motion with high expenditure as they inspect defenses nationwide.
Circular signed by Wm P Crang captain of Eokinegrs Baltimore announces a movement to erect at West Point a memorial to Major General McPherson. It proposes to deposit the remains at the point if friends permit their removal.
Incomplete OCR text describes a chaotic scene with fighting and racial slurs amid a rough boat confrontation. The readable portions name a black person and refer to a triband or tribunal, but many words are garbled. The passage lacks clear dates, places, or an identifiable event.
Fragmentary text discusses manure use and farming methods, mentioning processes, materials, and remedies for crops and poultry. It cites references to Dr Isham, various feeds, and improvised mixtures, with general notes on agricultural practices and older remedies.
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