We are even now and a little ahead in victory rhetoric
Bill Arp reflects on postwar Southern jubilation and self Viewpoints. describes northern jubilee’s quieted triumph, Confederate reverence for Davis and Miss Winnie, and the surge of southern pride. He praises Black the orator and Longstreet, laments lost lands, and calls for unity, home, and Liberty.
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Gurand
Artemus
Jeff Davis
Miss Winnie
Tsaw
Atlanta
Mr. Davis
Montgomery
Rebs
Whitelaw Reid
Morat
Halstead
Georgia
Black
Veterans' harsh verdict on generals and a Georgia race clash
A polemic attacks the myth of heroic generals on the battlefield and argues volunteers fought independently, with privates leading charges. It notes officers rarely led from front, critiques wartime rhetoric, and shifts to Georgia politics where Gen Gordon and Major Bacon contend for governor after a public split and a joint canvass proposal.
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Rhn
Lee
America
Gordon Campaign Announcement for Georgia Governor Nomination
Gen Gordon announces candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Georgia governor. He says the call came from the people across the state, emphasizes a sincere, unvindicated stance, and pledges to visit counties and face opponents if chosen. He would support other candidates if preferred by the public.
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Georgia
Maj. Baron’s
White
Baeeyn
Gordon
Wrst
Major Bacon
Georgian
Creorgin
Geneal
Sean
Democratic Party
Lexington heroine supports family amid hard labor
In Lexington Georgia a determined widow supports four children while her bedridden husband suffers rheumatism. She purchased 107 acres of land, cleared five acres with help from her two sons aged fourteen and fifteen, cut trees, built a fence, and prepared land. Last year she produced cotton and crops, paid rent and debts, bought more land, secured meat for the year, and handled cooking and market duties alongside selling eggs and chickens.
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Lexington
Sanford
Irrecoverable Loss As Strikes Cost Workers and Others
The passage compares strike losses to fire damage, saying the money lost is absolute and irrecoverable. It argues strikers sacrifice as much as others, with the hurt naturally falling on those who bear the cost.
Political Shift in Georgia Promises New Governor Hope
Pat Walsh cites broader Georgia sentiment as Atlanta’s political dominance wanes. Major Bacon backs primaries for delegate selection and calls for unity, criticizing a personal campaign while urging Georgians to unite behind Bacon for governor. The piece notes Gordon's possible opposition and reflects on party strategy, with a later insertion praising Peterson’s Magazine as a timely literary uplift.
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Pat Walsh
Atlanta
Major Bacon
Augusta
Tergie
Chronicle
Pat
Georgia
Democratic Party
Stand Against Liquor Sales In Town Debate
A public defense against selling and consuming alcohol in town, arguing it harms happiness and violates divine admonition. Cites biblical examples from Aaron and Christ, asserts religious leaders must oppose vice, and questions claims Christ produced intoxicating wine. Notes concern over influence on others and moral duty of churches.
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Eprron Prev Press
Aaron
Tabernacle
Christ
Gospel Church
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