20 Jul 1876
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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1876
Page
1
The poem asks what a pilgrim reaps as days go by. It contrasts precious harvests with barren stubble and questions burden and envy. Faith hope and love are urged to lighten the cross and brighten the crown as dawn approaches.
A man named Smith recounts in a first person tale how he pledged abstinence, traveled to the city, stayed in a lodging, and became entangled in a fatal murder discovery. The District Attorney later frees him when the real killer is caught and confesses, and he returns to Deacon Waterman to claim the pledge he signed.
Telegraph notes in Washington on July 13 report alarm in army circles over General Crook’s silence sixteen days after last contact. Officers doubt Crook shared Custer’s fate but fear rough terrain and Indian strength hindered dispatches. Hancock and Hazen defend Crook’s ability and expect a report soon. Hayes clubs spread nationwide.
In Detroit area youths in light dresses venture to rails and riverbanks to fish. The scene shows clumsy wringing of hooks, a sunburned day, bouts of laughter, shrieks at lost baits, and the group retreating to woods after a long afternoon of feisty competition and stories about beaux.
Emigrants traveling to Oregon camp near Point of Rocks report a mountain lion dragged an infant from the wagons and then returned the child unharmed. The event, described as both tragic and miraculous, includes the mother’s distress and the camp’s reaction to the lion’s mercy.
A fragmentary reminiscence discusses General Custer as a favored but flawed figure under Sheridan. It recalls battles with Lee, Appomattox, and a clash over surrender with Longstreet, plus Custer’s political ambitions and Sheridan’s influence shaping his career. It touches on broader Civil War figures and a digression on beef imports and market terms.
iS. B. Sarva elected Colonel of the Fourth Bliment Ohio National Guard for a static contract in Chicago Court House. Warren Trumbull county Republican Judicial Convention nominated F. G. Senis of Canfield. Caren Servkizck of Toledo died after taking poison Saturday evening amid unhappy domestic relations. Jail break attempt by suspects using hoop iron occurred in Newark. Berra and Amherst listed as competitors.
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