Prince Visit Sparks Mixed Reactions Across Boston Pageant
An extensive observer’s account describes crowds of thousands in Boston reacting to the prospect of a royal visit by the Prince and heir to a great empire. The essay notes mixed admiration and disappointment, praising liberty while critiquing pomp and foreign spectacle as locals debate state pride and national politics. The piece links the event to broader Republican activity and signals continued vigilance ahead of the November elections.
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Paley
Searies
Walcom
Tisio
Ata Enchicts
Raia
Bumiapity
Stresia
Winrn Iid
Beaton
Lasierion
Dorchester
Rhode Island
Boston
Wide Awake Mardi Gras Demonstration and Afterglow
A detailed account of the Wide Awake march through Warren and Bristoley, with illumination displays and arches on Hope Street. Citizens from diverse positions shared friendly reception, and a celebratory banquet featured abundant chowder and fireworks. The event closed with a cordial departure as soldiers returned home.
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Elloning
Cade
Daxter
Warren
Bristoley
Hope Street
Constitution
Pras
Prince of Wales visit to Boston ends with praise and goodwill
A Ball in Boston for the Prince of Wales is described as a magnificent affair with well arranged entertainment. The Prince and his suite attended social functions, then departed to Portland and home amid cannon fire and cheers. Citizens’ hospitality is praised as fostering closer ties between nations.
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Prince of Wales
Boston
Portland
United ‘States
Old England
Mrs Varian James Promises Another Bristol Concert
The town is told that Mrs C Varian James will give a new concert on Monday evening. The previous performance with Messrs Cooke and Hofman received high praise as the best ever heard in Bristol and a crowded Town Hall is anticipated.
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Janxs
C. Varian James
Notice to poachers and local music interest in Providence
A damaged notice from Providence invites attention to Geo. B. Loomis forming a vocal music group in town. A meeting is set for Monday evening at the Court House to discuss a new, attractive entertainment form and related engravings and naval history works are advertised as desirable acquisitions.
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Geo. B. Loomis
Providence
Avelion
Nambera
Caine
Sas
Rambles From Home in the English Climate and Westminster
A Victorian narrator describes a London excursion from Westminster to the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. The piece details fog and rain, a river steamer ride, the awe of Gothic architecture, and the imposing scale of Westminster Abbey and its monuments including Wellington and Nelson. The writing notes crowds, the Thames Tunnel, and reflections on national identity and memorials.
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Niah
Tsa
John Bail
Canoyrmbrella
Paul Pig
London
Noi Pal‘og
Westminster
Europe
John ‘Murray
Peers’ Chamber
House of Commons
England
Wales
Ireland
Scotland
Westminster Bridge
Thames’ Tunnel
Wappingstatio
Lincoln described as self-taught and clear in intellect
A Springfield correspondent reports on Abraham Lincoln, calling him self-taught with a precise grasp of issues. Three Illinois jurists praise his intellect, noting his industry, honesty, and ability to present complex subjects plainly.
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Myr. Lincoln
New York Herald
Springfield
Lincoln
Sr. Lincoln
Illinois
Lytcom
Lingoln
Ponsiacret
Hick
Teddy
Jhoniespan
Rand
Tilimeia
Intellectua
Ofa Liepolitz
PAOLA
Neapolitan Garibaldi and Sardinia Clash Over Plots
The Providence Journal reports Garibaldi advancing amid confusion in Naples as Sardinia presses for military actions against Papal States. British steamer Canada aids, while Boston and Worcester Wide Awake groups mobilize for a major November 1 demonstration.
Fragmented 19th Century Dispatches and Tales of Port Cities
The text compiles a chaotic blend of reports and fragments referencing ships, piracy, political figures, port cities, and events. It mentions Havana bound Africans, a Norfolk steamer, counterfeit Bibles, a rail line, and a mill in Lewiston. The garbled items suggest a wide range of 19th century news topics without a single cohesive narrative.
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Wales
New-York
Norfolk
Roar Rinto
Havana
Panies Sah
Bangorie
Tarraa
Hithaway
Seislers
Uxbridge
Exredominary Minitarys Company Formed in State
A volunteer company organized in the state boasts fifty members with fifty in uniform. Among them are two ministers, two deacons, two lawyers, a doctor, a magistrate, clerks and deputy clerks, forty professors of religion, and many temperance supporters. The piece notes the group as moral, religiously inclined, reliable, and loyal to the Old Dominion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theresa Company
Old Dominion
Richmond Enquirer
Convicts Escaped Joliet Prison Fence Attack and Recapture
Sixteen convicts attempted an escape at Joliet Illinois State Prison. Guardsman was overpowered but regained position. the shooting injured two convicts in the legs. Several escapees were recaptured while others returned on their own.
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Deergeate Atrenprior
Capes
Ilinois
Joliet
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Canada
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Mobile
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Cikys
Will
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