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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1887
Page
2
Anecdotal reminiscence by a veteran praising General Black Jack Logan. The poem recalls the Civil War battles and marches, the campfire spirit, and the urging presence of a fearless leader whose chargers and mustaches sparked Union vigor. The narrator laments his absence and salutes Logan’s prowess.
Vaughn infiltrates Brentwood camp to gather intelligence then escapes across the Big Harpeth river. He dodges Federal patrols while aiding a wounded mare and finally reaches headquarters with reports for General Forrest. He recounts a daring flight that included fords, bridges, and a river swim.
A Philadelphia Times correspondent recalls the dramatic 1865 Florida escape of General John C. Breckinridge and Honorable Judah P. Benjamin. The account highlights their hasty travels, concealment to avoid recognition, dangers faced, and privations endured during the pursuit.
Private S F Nunnelee of the Fifty-first Alabama Regiment escorts Clement L Vallandigham through Confederate lines near Murfreesboro Tennessee after a Union officer delivers him a banishment order Vallandigham protests while exchanging talks with Colonel J D Webb and Nunnelee at a deserted cabin The episode is recounted by Nunnelee now editor of the Tuscaloosa Gazette of Alabama
In the Pair Oaks engagement Meagher's men resting in a railway cut returned to a game of cards during a quiet moment. A stray bullet struck among them, then a tree branch moved, tossing the Johnny out, and one player remarked it was his day.
Turre, a Chicago man who calls himself a terriologist, says he can identify the Illinois county of a terrier's birth by examining mud patterns on the dog's back near his skin.
The Hampton summer sermon by Rev. T De Witt Talmage centers on the biblical well scene with Jacob and Rachel. He urges gathering all souls to Christ, removing pride and hard hearts, and offers gospel consolation for the afflicted, promising heavenly reunion and joy.
Excerpt argues marriage should arise from true attraction not social pressure or wealth. It cautions against marrying for money, notes parental influence and poverty’s strain, and praises love paired with practical means for a secure future. This reflection quotes Louise Chandler Moulton.
A clerical visitor tries to solicit a donation from an Austin newspaper editor by claiming a wealthy but proud benefactor needs help. The editor pretends to consent then jokes that he will collect 10 to 15 dollars and issue a receipt, after which the donor is sent away. A social note follows about SaLt flower bonnets and a moral quip on making goodness agreeable.
A reader summary recalls the baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River, explaining its mode immersion and historical practice, with references to Stanley and Tucker. It links Galilee and Nazareth to Jesus life and emphasizes baptism as obedience worship and public profession, noting its significance across centuries.
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