Lincoln myth and the people shaping his legacy
A reflection on how Lincoln is exalted as man of the people yet critics say the myth flattersthe audience. The piece argues Lincoln was exceptional and not typical, and notes democracy's brotherhood as central to his vision and to American ideals.
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Abraham Lincoln
Lincoln
John Wilkes Booth
North
New Republic
Whitman
Lincoln in the Shadows to Savior and Martyr
A lyric tribute appears in the Cleveland Plain Dealer describing a man’s ascent from hardship to a mission of sacrifice. The poem emphasizes a scarred youth, rugged boyhood, and a calling forged by fate, portraying him as savior and martyr.
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Bneath
W. R. Rose
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Lincoln's Place In History
A concise assessment lauds Abraham Lincoln as one of the era's greatest men whose fame will grow for centuries. He faced a uniquely difficult four year role, and history deems he met immense responsibilities, saving the day.
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Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
Old Danish Vessel De Tvende Brodre Afloat at West Hartlepool
The Danish sailing ship De Tvende Brodre discharges a cargo at West Hartlepool. Claimed as the oldest ship trading in the North Sea, it was built at Merstal and is one hundred twenty nine years old. It notes brisk trade due to high demand for ships of all kinds.
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West Hartlepool
de Tvende Brodre
North Sea
Merstal
London Chronicle
Recipe for Gray Hair Treatment Ady Notice
A home style hair darkening remedy uses Bay Rum glycerine and Barbo Compound mixed with water to apply twice weekly. The formula claims to darken gray hair remove dandruff improve hair texture without coloring the scalp. The ad notes cost is low and appeals to readers, ending with a moral quip about a sound heart.
Quit Meat If Kidneys Bother And Use Salts
An advertisement urges quitting meat or cleansing kidneys with salts. It promotes four ounces of rad Salts taken before breakfast to flush sluggish kidneys and relieve backache, rheumatic twinges, and bladder irritation, claiming the remedy neutralizes urinary acids and improves urine.
Heat Flashes and Nerves Relief Promised by Vegetable Compound
Richmond reader Mrs Lena Wynn reports improvement after seven bottles of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound during the Change of Life. Ad highlights common menopausal symptoms and urges timely use of the remedy to restore normal health.
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Lydia E. Pinkham
Richmond
Lydia
Pinkham
Lena Wynn
E. O Street
Lydia E Pinkham
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