Lincoln's memory praised in Townsend poem at Army reunion
At the Army of the Potomac reunion in Washington George Aikara delivered a poem lauding Abraham Lincoln. The piece elevates Lincoln as master of generals, guardian of the republic, and beacon for future soldiers, ending with a parable of a citizen king and sunlit dawn.
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Society of the Army of the Potomac
Washington
George Aikarowasceed
Abraham Lincoln
Scott Nebrell
Burnside
Hooker
Meade
Ian
Halleck
Grant
Ana
Abram Lincoln
Republicans Unite for 1884 Triumph in Wisconsin Journal
The Wisconsin State Journal notes a stark contrast between a disunited Democracy and a disciplined Republican party. It argues Democrats lack fixed policy and split thoughts, while Republicans pursue time-honored principles, seeking unity and a strong, nationwide victory in 1884.
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Wisconsin State Journal
Democratic victory talk meets reality in 1884 guidance
A Burlington Hawkeye extract critiques Democratic confidence about a 1884 win. It argues the party must cure blunders, seek harmony on key issues, and prove governance capacity. It praises Republicans for wartime emancipation, public credit, and progressive reforms, while noting discord in Democratic ranks and calls for unity.
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Democratic Party
Republican Party
Asing
Rome
Thood
Party of
United States
Burlington
A Prisoner's Plea Before Death At Fort Smith Court
A detailed defense by Martin Finck, condemned to death for the murders of Tu-al-is-to and William H. Finck, unfolds in court. He speaks of fear of ignominious death, pride in honesty, and faith, urging clemency while accepting fate, in a dramatic, historically styled courtroom scene reported from Fort Smith.
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Martin Joseph
Tu-al-is-to
William H. Finck
Finck
Finch
Socrates
Christ
Fort Smith
The Sewing Machine Era Conquers All Domestic Tasks
A survey notes the sewing machine’s vast range from leather to gauze, button holes to book binding, carpet sewing to shoe uppers, and even writing and embroidery. It argues future progress will focus on refining and cheapening production while expanding capabilities beyond present limits.
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Alexander
Terrible Indiana Cyclone Strikes Towns and Countryside
A destructive May cyclone swept western and southern Indiana causing multiple deaths and widespread property loss. In Clay County near Covington five people died, including John Craft’s family, with homes and mills demolished. Other towns such as Patricksburg Edinburgh and Shelbyville reported damaged churches, barns, mills, and livestock, while a Greensburg train accident narrowly avoided disaster.
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Indianapoli
Ind
Fountain County
Clay
Owen
Johnson
Shelby Counties
Covington
Robert Brower
Clay City
Clay County
Thompson
Jette & Witse
John Craft
Christian Williams
Fred Pfeiffer
Craft
Patricksburg
Owen County
Coats&Smaltz
Edinburgh
Johnson County
C. W. Lee
Jarett Demings
John
Daniel Lane
Cincinnati
Greensburg
Adams
Neal’s Mill
Eel River
Brazil
Joseph Seely
George Kay
Iams
Shelby County
Shelbyville
Chris Girton
Henry Girard
John Colby
David Conger
Robert Titus
Norristown
Samuel Spellman
Continental
Wilson Fleming
David Masee
Mat Smith
Geneva
Job Tindale
John Howard
Frank Deming
Quiet at Belleville and Collinsville Mines Amid Militia Presence
A Belleville report states Reinecke mine remains under militia protection after a Monday incident. Sheriff says surrounding pits are quiet, with crowds discussing events. Abbey Mines Nos 3 and 4 operate with stable wages while others faced reductions. clashes aimed at coal supply, not pay. Also notes a Philadelphia tale of nuptial charity and Paris Post Office pneumatic tubes promising rapid letter delivery within Paris.
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St. Louis
Belleville
Ill
Associated Press
Reinecke
Ollinsville
Abbey
A Case of Mistaken Identity and Notices of Health
A lighthearted tale recalls a society gent who tails a family on Sproat Street by chance and spends evenings with the young ladies, only to misread the front steps and face the matron. The page also carries assorted ads and brief quips including patent medicines and a tongue‑in‑cheek quip about Greek pork.
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Sproat Street
Detroit Post and Tribune
Trousanns
Bulky New York horse and patent remedies on display
Fuep touts a remarkably bulky horse in New York that won t draw its own breath. Covaus Colps axp Sore Trrroar are relieved by Broten s Bronchial Traches. Skinny Man Wells Health Renewer claims to restore hearth and vigor and cure dyspepsia. Chrolithion Collars and Cuffs promise perfect fit and comfort. users are urged to wear no other.
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Fuep
New York
Covaus
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