Act Amending Eastern Boundary Accord in General Assembly
In January Session 1861 an act amends an 1880 boundary adjustment act. It authorizes the State's counsel to file orders in the Supreme Court to finalize the line, transferring inhabitants in disputed territory to Massachusetts upon decree, preserving rights, franchises, and obligations. The measure takes effect on passage, repealing inconsistent provisions.
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General Assembly
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Supreme Cos of
United States
Supreme Court
Commonwealth
John R. Bartlett
UP THE HILL FROM THE CHRISTIAN INQUIRER
A short verse describes a night ascent to the highest peak with weary feet and faint spirits. The climb ends with a view of fragrant flowers along the path on either side, inviting a choice among blossoms.
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The
Christian Inquirer
Peculiar Wedding Customs Describe Orator Led Ceremonies
The text explains an old northern German style wedding where a village schoolmaster acts as invitation bearer and speaker. He visits homes, praises the groom to the parents, then a rival orator presents warnings. After parliamentary debate the bride departs with the groom toward church while musicians cheer with songs.
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Germany
Alps
Independence and shared duty across human relations
A columnist argues that true independence is impossible as all rely on others and kindness returns in hard times. It contrasts generous men with those who complain about spouses. The piece notes frugal living with industrious wives and blames unhelpful partners for financial disparity.
Noble Horse Defends King Against Court Intrigue
A noble horse and its loyal king face court intrigue as a fox undermines the servant. The king’s reply condemns the fox and praises the horse, showing trust and virtue in the royal court. The text then shifts to practical notes on chimney and stove repairs and a philosophical remark on philosophy’s stance toward human misery.
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Lessing
The Lottery Ticket on Boston Common
Two youths Henry Eastman and George Forbush discuss lottery tickets on Boston Common. Henry persuades George to join a plan, they win some, lose more, and George resists theft. George confesses to his employer, is forgiven, and ten years later becomes a partner while Henry flees after robbery.
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Boston Common
Henry Eastman
George Forbush
Washington Ar Rest
George
Henry
Harry
Abraham Lincoln
Wordsworth
Napoleon
Repblican
Kentucky
Virginia
Indiana
Abe
Wabash
Mississippi
Nightingale on Ventilation and Footwear Folklore
The clip discusses bed climate and breathing while asleep, advising light blankets and proper ventilation to prevent bed sores and scrofula. It includes anecdotes about Florence Nightingale and a legend of Major Anderson, plus a remark on Madame Veastris foot fashion and social allure.
To Crean Rinzons Hair Brightening Recipe
Instructions describe a home recipe using brandy and soap to brighten rib bones and clothing. The prose then expands into a moral reflection comparing dress to natural origins, noting clothing materials from animals plants and insects.
What Makes a Man Rise to Greatness Through Adversity
A moral exhortation argues that hardship awakens untapped power. Poverty and persecution forge courage, and opposition drives achievement. Emphasizing discipline and perseverance, it urges the reader to rise, fight fear of failure, and persist toward mastery.
Ox Team Wedding at Justice Purdy’s Office
The Detroit Free Press reports a rural pair eloping to marry in Detroit on a lumber sled and ox team. The burly young groom courted Susan, declared themselves of age, and sought a rapid ceremony amid comic bravado and a print-ready vow to feature Snean’s name in the paper.
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Detroit Free Press
Larned Street
Justice Purdy
Susan
Snean
Saga
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Optician
Westminster St
Providence, R. I
Franklin Mutual Fire Insurance Company
Bank of Commerce
Providence
Diagcorors
Wm. Foster
Amos D. Smith
Joseph F. Gilmore
Earl P. Mason
Daniel E. Carpenter
John F. Chapin
George C .Nightingale
David Sisgon
A.C. Barstow
A. B. Dike
Thomas J. Stead
Iligra M. Bailey
Albert
Gallup
Thomas Jill
Alexander Duncan
Julius Weaver
Henjomin ‘Adams
Enoch Steere
Edward D. Pearce
Simon Sary
Greene
Richard J. Arnold
William Foster
F. Driscont
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W. H. Greene
Dewolf
Hope Street
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Actas
Geiz & Co., Publishers
Philadelphia
Goodhutue
Westminster Street
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R. I
Eason L. Slocum
Exchange Bank
Ustron
Cecile
Seetectey Cate
Horatio Algers, JR
Swartz
Christian Frederick Swartz
India
Sbout
Mason Anderson
Fioro
Anderson
Fort Moultrie
Sumter
Floyd
Fort Sumter
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