Battle Hymn Origin and Its Civil War Echoes
Julia Ward Howe recalls writing the Battle Hymn of the Republic in December 1861 during a Washington journey amid Civil War camps. She describes the song’s creation, publication, and the hymn’s spread among soldiers, prisons, churches, and even international audiences, noting its lasting memory and resonance.
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John A. Andrew
Bull Run
James Freeman Clarke
John Brown
Thad
Mr. Clarke
Boston
James T. Fields
Atlantic Monthly
Battle Hymn of the Republic
Baton Rouge
New Orleans Exposition
Constantinople
Roberts College
Julia Ward Howe
Former Department Commander Geo H Parco Dies in Massachusetts
Past department commander Geo H Parco of Massachusetts died at his South Framingham home. His funeral drew thousands of mourners with four thousand attendees. He served as a private in the army while receiving the military honors befitting a Major General.
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Geo. H. Parco
Massachusetts
South Framingham
Order
Story of a War Horse in Civil War Service
A Kentucky steed named Chubb, owned by Francis Bramley in Cleveland, served the Union throughout the Civil War. Loaned to notable officers, he endured battles from Kentucky to North Carolina, later retired to farm work and family companionship in peaceful old age.
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Cleveland
Francis Bramley
Forest Street
Chubb
Quartermaster D. S. Trumbull
Twenty-fourth Kentucky
Lookout Mountain
Bramley
One Hundred and Third
Ohio Volunteer Infantry
Tie
Jack Casement
James Pickands
Western Reserve
Bramey
Cincinnatus
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Autumn gowns and new sleeves dominate fashion shows
The article surveys current dress trends with rich fabrics for full skirts, light silks for draped styles, unlined lace for color slips, and varied jackets. It highlights polonaises, long draperies, and elaborate sleeve shapes including bishop and leg o mutton styles, plus Turkish and Hungarian influences in autumn wear. It notes showrooms at L Art de la Mode and details numerous fabric pairings and decorative embroidery.
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New York
India
L’ Art de la Afode
Remarkable Libby Prison Court Martial Anniversary Tale
A Civil War era court martial at Libby Prison in Richmond involved General Straight and a numbered plot to burn the city and free prisoners. Louis Thompson opposed the execution, saving the traitor, who was later dismissed by Secretary Stanton. Thompson later died in an Indian campaign. The Indianapolis Journal notes two Leavenworth National Home residents kept deposits at the defunct Citizens' National Bank.
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Libby Prison
United States
General Straight
Bell Isle
Straight
Louis Thompson
Washington
Thompson
Stanton
Custer
Hamilton
Indianapolis
National Home At
Leavenworth
Citizens’ National Bank of
Women Drug Clerks Proves Promising In Time
An ex-professor in the College of Pharmacy argues women would excel as drug clerks citing quicker learning neatness and trustworthiness with prescriptions. He says the field is new and growth will bring equal chances with men as exams and education are required. The piece contrasts with humorous clippings and ads from the era.
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College of Pharmacy
New Orleans
Maitland Larpress
Nervousness relief claimed from Stomach Bitters Healing
The letter touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a nerving aid for nervous symptoms caused by stomach issues. It asserts the Bitters cure constipation fever and rheumatism and renal complaints and features a testimonial praising its dramatic improvement in May's health.
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Bell
Pierce
Lafay ette Post Welcomes Noted Leader Chauncey Mitchell Depew
Chauncey Mitchell Depew, lawyer, orator, railroad president and millionaire, was mustered into Lafayette Post No. 140 in New York City recently.
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Chauncey Mitchell Depew
Lafayette Post
New York City
Boston mother and daughter debate marriage for thrift
A Boston mother questions her daughter about marrying James to gain economy. The schoolteacher daughter agrees, noting they share the same spectacles in size. The father lauds thrift and economy as keys to success, urging practice of both.
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Boston
James
Boston Courier
New York City Forms Service Pension Association
A Service pension association has been organized in New York City to provide retirement benefits and mutual aid for members. The group plans meetings, fundraising, and member enrollment in the coming months.
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New York City
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