Monody on the Death of Abraham Lincoln by G Mercer
Poem paying tribute to Abraham Lincoln with reverent allusions to mourning, national unity, and the fallen leader. The piece invokes April weather, heavenly signs, the sword of Damocles, and calls for collective remembrance across states and cities including Nashville, Tennessee, and the Hermitage. It references Lincoln as a martyr and aligns the nation’s grief with divine justice and memory.
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Bhoil
Lincoln
Tennessee
Hermitage
Nashville
Ex-Governor Wright Cites Black Self-Reliance and Lincoln
In a recent speech ex Governor Wright of Indiana cites past South Carolina and New Orleans slave data to argue black self sufficiency. He lauds Benjamin Brewster for his tribute to Lincoln and condemns the assassination as a national disgrace while praising the President s humane character.
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Wright
Indiana
South ‘Carolina
Charleston
Nes
Tie’ Als
Pishe
Garrison Visits Charleston Freedmen Mass Meeting
General Saxton calls mass meeting of freedmen in Charleston at Citadel Square Zion Church. William Lloyd Garrison enters to applause as about two thousand slave children cheer. Speaker James Redpath introduces Garrison. Gen Saxton praised. audience, many former slaves, filled Zion Church. Garrison lauds freedom, urges industry, frugality, and self-improvement. Charleston correspondent reports on the historic scene and praise for Dickerson family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saxton
Charleator
Opor
Citadel Square
Zion
Curgh
William Lloyd Garrison
Boston
Charleston
Garrison
James Redpath
Thesehildren
Mr. Garrison
South Carolina
Zion's
Ghureh
M. R. Delany
William Dickerson
Mr. Dckerson
Harvard
Judge Kelly
Philadelphia
Calhoun
Dickerson
Selver
Cor
The Vindication of Justice and the Question of Mercy
A Tribune commentary argues for retributive justice over mercy in the face of murder. It questions authority to spare the lives of criminals, weighing whether justice or mercy best preserves society and moral order. The piece cites Toft Davis and conspirators, urging decisive punishment to sustain law.
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Ali
Toft Davis
N. S. Tribune
Plague Report From St Petersburg Grows Alarming
A London Times telegram reports plague spreading in St Petersburg with 10 000 cases and 200 deaths. It notes 100 new cases daily, 40 physicians dead, and barracks converted to hospitals in Moscow. The letter warns Britain to watch imports as typhus and famine fever affect London’s poor.
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Ise Plaague
St. ‘Prrzaspania
London Times
Sacle
St. Petersburg
Ismilloft
Moscow
Murhison
London
The
Times
England
Russia
St. Peters Arg
Rossiano
Rebels in West Virginia Call to Rejoin Union
A Maryland Wash Chronicle excerpt argues that espe rebels should bow to national authority and rejoin the old states if West Virginia reconnects to the East. It asserts loyal West Virginians remain under federal control until politicians and people accept the Constitution and laws.
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West Virginia
East
The Marriage of Priests Debate in Italy and Concordats
The article discusses a vote on civil marriages replacing religious ones for priests. It notes Giacomo of Alifay opposing amendments and supports civil marriage. It cites Italian jurisconsults and concordats ending with a reform vote affecting priestly marriage.
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Tarig Co
Attite
Giacomo
di Giacomo
Italy
Slian Jurisconsults
Eribia
Asbo
Beford Hay
Wise Arab divorce rite restores family harmony
The text describes a traditional Arab practice where couples separated during divorce live with a discreet elder. The elder’s austere report at the appointed time guides the Cadi to judge the divorce. The approach aims to restore behavior, calm tempers, and rekindle affection, leading spouses to return home reconciled.
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Baream
Wiptock
Cadi
Dicter
Israel
Turnkey of Libby Prison Described as Cruel, Cringing
A Richmond correspondent recalls Dick Turner, Libby Prison turnkey, as pale and terror-stricken yet insolent in power. He recounts brutal punishments, prisoners' suffering, and rumors that soldiers have ordered his death once his identity is confirmed.
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Dick Turner
Libby
Richmond
Dre
Cin. Com
Private Stonera Officer Continues as Secretary
The text notes that for the last four or five years Johns son has acted as the confidential society president and remains his private secretary.
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Ent's
Stonera
Owning
Johns Son
Records Secured by Gen Weitzel for Future Reference
Libby Prigon records from start to close are secured by Gen Weitzel and will be kept for future reference. They show the date and home of every man who covered them and the date of his death or removal. Rebel treasury department letter-books are also secured and will be sent to Washington.
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Browater
Bar
Philadelphia
Bushrod Waslington
Tong
B. H. ‘Brewster
Ejolbing
Lineole
Gould
Comte
Lincoln
Mr. Browater
Knosen
Pennylvania
Tor
Pennsylvania
Yas
Presidnt
Sens
Paris
Mel Brewster
Thayer
Libby Prigon
Itn Close
Weitzel
Treasury Department
Washington
Hilltop R. Helper Returns to North Carolina Home
Hilltop R. Helper author of Impendia Crisis returns to his North Carolina home after banishment ordered by Hon. Biehed, the Military Governor. He faces similar authorities as the case unfolds in the disputed territory.
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Hiltop R. Helper
North Carolina
Biehed
Stanley
Truth Reconciled and Diverse Doctrines in Protestantism
A Presbyterian paper reviews Calvinist and Arminian doctrines, noting Westminster Canons and five points. It cites debates on election, atonement, depravity, grace irresistible, and perseverance, with examples from New Hampshire and New York clergy and church events.
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Calvin
Arminius
Westminster Assembly
Synod of Art
Seman
Setard
New Hampshire
Tom Paice
Adams
Madison Square
Presbyterian Church
New York City
Episcopal Church of the Ascension
Fifth Avenue
John Cotton Smith
D. D
Colenso
Freeman Clarke
Boston
Henry Ward Beecher
General Assembly
O. S. Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church
Pitteburg
James Wood
Notice to Advertisers Rates for Classified Advertisements
Public notice explains advertising rates and discounts. It details small print on liners of text in various categories including notices of marriages and religious items, and mentions business cards and special notices with per line charges and yearly terms.
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Dalvertiapaién
Sorghum fodder compared with corn for feed in practice
Farmers discuss sorghum as superior fodder to corn based on trials in France and practical plantings. They report high yields from broadcast sowing and early cutting, with sorghum blades and canes preferred for stock feeding and syrup production.
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France
Egeing
Milking Cows and Gentle Handling Tactics
A historical note describes humane milking practices emphasizing kindness and gentleness toward cows. It cautions against harsh handling and suggests slow, quiet restraint when a cow resists, advocating patient, noninjurious methods to reduce kicking.
Plow and Cultivator Rule in Mellowing Soil
The text extols tools like the plow harrow and cultivator as the main agents to divide and mellow soil. Water and heat aid this process, while ice aids soil by cooling it. Dry conditions favor mixing, but work should avoid packing to prevent harming the ground.
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Majutra
Thistles and Soil Fertility Advice From a Farmer
A Canat farmer describes persistent thistle growth despite repeated plowing over four years. He notes trying multiple passes and a wide cultivator, and mentions fertilizers such as guano poudrette lime nitrate of soda and super phosphate as valuable but under understood. He cites English writing on sheep age and meat quality as context.
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Dores
Bruce
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Ravaillac
Hatfield
Daughters of Music
Lloyd’ Garrison
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Canary Baptist Church
Washington City
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New York Observer
New York
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