Union State Convention Held in Herrinburg Pa
A Union State convention convened in the Hall of the House of Representatives in Herrinburg Pennsylvania on March 7 1868 for selecting a candidate to support the Union cause. Delegates were urged to unite under the Union banner to preserve the government and defeat opposition to freedom. John Gessna chaired and George W Hatsizer acted as secretary.
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Union
House of Representatives
Herrinburg
Atte Kin
Friends ‘of the Union
Pe Hs Ocace
Nce Mors
Thensnis
Guf
Sevdin
Union State Central
John Gessna
Union County Convention Calls for Delegates in 1866
The Union County Committee urges residents to attend district elections on Saturday, February 24, 1866, to choose delegates for a County Convention. The convention meets Monday, February 26, 1866, at 1 o clock pm at the Court House to select delegates to the State Convention. Delegates for townships vote 6 to 7 pm. boroughs vote 6 to 8 pm.
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Beaver
SivRbay
Moxpay
Feeagany
Cotat House
Har Raisburo
Arch Epext
P.M
Chunty Committee
D.L. Tapernj Ch'ni
Heer
Freedom
Beaver County
Fragmented Northern and Southern View on Suffrage
The text reviews wartime political tensions about suffrage and state rights, noting Northern foes and Southern voters, arguing for caution and the futility of agitation. It cites local editorials, mentions constitutional amendments for Pennsylvania, and reflects veteran readers’ stance, urging publication debates and agricultural catalogue promotions from J Knox of Pittsburgh.
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Pitipa
Poritior
Iij
Authera
Chanda
Pennsylvania
Eteran
Ud Ip
Governor's Health Restored After Cuba Trip Delays
The message from the Governor announces restoration to health after a prolonged absence due to a Cuba trip. The article notes his return, relief from overwork, and aims to reassure citizens that the Commonwealth will benefit from reduced duties as he recuperates, praising his service during a demanding period.
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Cuba
Cartin
Local paper letter on enfranchisement and loyalty in rebellion era
A fragmented letter endorses Hon. G. V. Lawrence for supporting negro suffrage in the District of Columbia. It argues loyalty of District blacks during the rebellion and claims white loyalists deserve less. The writer urges constitutional amendment changes and political recognition for loyal citizens.
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G. V. Lawrence
District of Columbia
Glack
Con
Onbes
Commission report on revised revenue laws submitted to Congress
A commission’s report to Congress outlines key tax reforms including raising the income exemption to five hundred dollars, five percent tax on incomes above the threshold, no tax on leaf tobacco, no taxes on retail trades or certain trades, a one dollar tax on whisky, and a gradual shift to tax fewer items with a higher burden on luxuries and a plan to remove taxes from manufactured goods.
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Will
Eadacston
Explaining Thompson’s Five-Twenty Bond Nomenclature
A reporter clarifies Five-Twenty bonds also called six percent old issue notes. The 520s have a five year first period with option to redeem, then up to fifteen more years, totaling twenty years from issue. First issue dated 1862, followed by 1864 and 1865 batches with May and November interest dates.
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Thompson
West Virginia Legislature Doubtful After Senate Action
Fragmented OCR notes indicate West Virginia Capitol at Went? Upshur County bill setting legislative action. Lower house action by the Senate remains doubtful as of report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carbrol
West Worna
Bill
Capitol
Went
Virginia
Upshur
The Qualification of Jurors
Fragmented text discusses juror qualifications and intelligence standards. It argues the need for eligible jurors to possess sufficient judgment and understanding. The passage references legislative action and congressional tone on reform, noting potential changes to the qualification rules.
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Harrisburg
Udia
Pune
A.jaror
Jurota
Sar Hataines
Fenian funding and Lincoln era intrigue expose plans
Fragmentary 19th century note discusses Fenian agitation aiming to fund an Irish republic via Irish and American sources. It cites a New York correspondent detailing conspiracies around Mrs Lincoln and a Washington spy, with references to French and US belligerence and potential Canadian reach.
Stamp duty terms on printed evidence of money payments
The text outlines stamp duties for printed evidence of money payments with rates: five cents per one hundred dollars or fraction thereof. It applies to security for payment of money, with additional charges for amounts over specific thresholds, including fifty cents and five hundred dollars.
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Pyenu
English boxing promoter disputes terms for international cycling match
The article outlines a dispute where Seunrtad Kelly and promoter Hamill of Pittsburgh discuss terms for an international cycling match. Kelly declines Hamill's option to choose the location or opponent if a crossing occurs, raising questions about venue and control over the event.
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Kelly
Engidlah
Caremsn
Hamill
Pintsburg
Gran Hamil
Senate Action and Civil Rights Debate in War Context
The Senate debated a resolution to guarantee a republican form of government to every state, with discussion of civil rights and equal protection. Key figures included Davis, Johnson, Trumbull, and Sunner, as adjournment and House actions touched on equality, freedmen, and wartime governance. The House considered naval and internal affairs measures, with amendments on civil rights and anti-discrimination provisions.
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Senate
Eac
Priysileges
United States
Acta
Gospensation 10
Fiisgenden
Notte
Saulsbury
Min Trumbull
Celles
Yeas
Davis
Haute
New York
Comijtte
War
Medng
Secretary ‘of the Treasury
Morrill
Stevens
Ito
Garfield
Spalding
Tiaines Pike
Banks
Thayers
Barthesee
House
Ube
Sunner
Califoria
Oregon
Widongin
Ohio
Ciera-Forlan
Bounti
Mr. Trumbull
Mosars
Davie
Uthird
Tendricke
Lane
Leon
Gowan
Suilebury
United ‘States
United
Cate
Gsi
Vitvaland Sanato
Niry Ae Ito
Iowa
PagRaile Road
Dodge
Brooks
Fragmented 19th century House discussion decries naval postal reform
The session featured remarks from Speaker and Gens General staff as committees were tasked to review proposed legislation. Debates touched on naval officer and surveyor protections and American tram issues near Western waters amid the Freedmen’s Bureau bills. Mrs Kerr concluded a speech before the House adjourned.
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Meems
Raymond
Peat
Erals
Igcesanry
Abohieh
Naval
S . Ba Qieka
Kerr
Steamboat Explosions Reported Across Rivers
Reports from various river towns describe multiple steamer explosions. Survivors were rescued from incidents near Newburg and the Missouri River, with casualties and missing aboard several vessels.
French Emperor to Withdraw Forces From Mexico
Washington Feb 21 report says the Emperor of France plans to withdraw troops from Mexico with delay and asks only that the United States remain neutral. No demand for Maximilian recognition or new treaties. Paris Presse notes an Extraordinary Commissioner may go to Mexico to prepare evacuation. Official word expected soon.
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Wastinton
Paris
France
Ico
Spo
Hia
Mexico
United States
Maximilian
Patis Presse
State Department
Alrigdy
Pdeacanion
Fire at Bennehof Run destroys crude oil wells
Fire near Bennehof Run in Pennsylvania caused by an engine spark burned 11,000 barrels of crude oil from wells owned by Bennehoff Petroleum and Northern Light Petroleum. Loss estimated at 100000 dollars. Fire now controlled though earlier danger to the town subsided.
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Prirole IM Centre
Bn Bengghoff
Bennehoff Petroleum Company
New York
Northern Light Petroleum Company
Great Franklin Fire Destroys Town Buildings in Franklin Pa
A blaze in Franklin Pennsylvania on February 1 devastated twenty four buildings including the post office Lanberton House Stanford Theatre and the Masonic building just completed. Loss valued around half a million dollars with about half insured, the fire was checked by six o clock this morning saving much of the business district and the mail master was saved.
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Robertson
Green
Thin City
Newbarg
Des
Robert Slaughter
Evansville
And
Gairo
Cabir
Thas
Newburg
Hued God
Dons Wert
Iti Ia
Steemer Miami
Arkansas River
Vicrarvan
W R. Carter
Enzinser
Hejsaya
Amoothly
Emerald
Baltic
Custon Hous Street
Frantrlin
Franklin
Lanberton House
Stanford
Wi Insurances
Recognition of the Dominican Republic in 1866
In Washington on January 30 1866 officials discussed U S recognition of the Dominican Republic. The debate stressed promoting the country’s commercial interests and aligning with United States policy while noting diplomatic and personnel considerations. The discussion referenced approval processes in the House of Representatives and a Seney officer’s involvement.
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Dominican Republic
Z Wilmngton
Phi i Glongwing
Nacre
House Aviae
House of Representsives
Dominican ‘Republic
Seave
Eamd
Fox
Andre Qhsson
Washington
Obscure Western Phrase Origins Revealed in Travel Tale
A fragmentary reminiscence describes how a Western traveler encountered the words plum and square used as slang. The speaker recalls a roadside question and a terse reply, noting local usage and evolving meaning in regional speech.
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Westran Panasys
Hegr
Missouri
Beecher Slavery Debate Recalled by Fred Douglass Speech
Frederick Douglass recalls in Brooklyn a speech by Beecher on slavery rights and abolition. He notes Beecher’s controversial stance and acknowledges disagreement while praising the broader Christian impact of abolition.
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Fred Douglass
Brooklyn
Bonalder
Henry Ward
Beecher
Fred
Maryland
Trial plans for Jeff Davis discussed by generals in Washington
The article notes a belief that Jeff Davis may be tried before a military commission soon. It cites frequent consultations and the presence in Washington of Generals Sherman Thomas and Meade as connected with the military affair and the public hope that Davis faces judgment.
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Jrex
Davis
obalaNie Clee Sim
Jeff. Davis
Washington
Sherman
Thomas
Meade
Military Rep
Davia
Gommercial
Notion of Army Protecting Freedmen Cited in Virginia speech
The speaker praises the military orders of General Terry and General Sickles in Virginia and South Carolina as proof that freedmen remain unprotected by constitutional change without the army. The remark dismisses constitutional amendments and state laws as mere paper walls without force.
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Andrew Johnson
Terry
Virginia
Sicklea
South Carolina
Washington special sage on Semmes parole case
The President and Cabinet have considered Semmes claiming discharge under tug Sherman John parole. No court trial details will be released until the matter is disposed of this night. There is a bare probability the Semmes trial may be indefinitely postponed.
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Washington
Semmes
Ander
Tug Sherman-John
Damascus as an ancient trade capital and world’s oldest city
Fragmented extracts describe Damascus as the enduring historic center of trade and travel, an oasis amid deserts while Tyre Sidon Nineveh and Babylon fade from the Tigris Euphrates shores. The piece contrasts ancient permanence with shifting empires and cites a modern reformer in New York seeking to influence the Union. It notes Donations and pledges linked to Confederate era figures and wartime relief efforts.
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Damascus
Tyre
Sidco
Palmyra
Desert
Babylon
Tigris
Euphrates
Verduredin
Charleston
New York
Tennessee House debates right of suffrage for colored persons
A bill in the Tennessee House grants suffrage to colored residents who have resided in the state for six months. The measure uses language akin to a prior act from Convent Tennessee in 1796.
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Tennessee
Convent Tennessee
Grain and livestock market report with mixed prices
A dated market summary shows varied wholesale prices for wheat flour and family flour, beef, corn, oats, and flax. Notable figures include 40 356 barrels sold at fixed fixtures, pork and bacon shorthand sales, and oats and barley traded on track with fluctuating quotes.
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Salen
Péachbion
Soranox
Ats
Belniburg—Sula
DIVIDEND DECLARED FOR STOCKHOLDERS
A notice states the president and directors have today declared a dividend of five percent on profits of the company to stockholders or their families, with money generated distributed accordingly.
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Rochester
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J. Knox
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Lincoln
Lincolln
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Bennehof Run
AU Couittey
Robt. E. Lee
Pres. Wort
M’chimick
Leon TV
Prtseuh, Ating
WM. Reich
Bridgewater, Pa
Inozice
Robert Porter
John Adtisom
J. S. Hudson
New Galilee Beare County
Cheson, Port & . Hudson
John Acheson
Porter & Acheson
Irebitt
Qepitans
Fear County
J Moore
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Stanemen OF the Nation
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Byiaurox
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ABNO
Nationa Bark Oy
Baavay
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