Obsequies and burial rites for President Lincoln
Washington mourns as Lincoln’s obsequies unfold at the White House with Episcopal service, Methodist prayer, and a sermon. Lying in state, the funeral procession spanned miles. Suspect Booth is pursued. a man arrested in Pa. Secretary Seward and son Frederick improve. Reward offered for Lincoln assassination co‑conspirators. Mosby surrenders to Federal forces at Perryville. Rosser’s command ready to submit.
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Politically Charged Debate and Lincoln Assassination Reflections
The Des Moines Statesman challenged Democratic party actions seen as violating the federal constitution and cited the Ingtonkind act as evidence of secessionist harms. The piece mourns President Lincoln as a calamity to the South and recalls Davis flight with a Confederate era quip.
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Obsequies of President Lincoln Proclaimed in Telegraphic Notice
Telegraphic report for the Daily Merald states Lincoln's obsequies, his remains en route to Springfield, and large rewards offered for Booth and accomplices. Mentions Seward, Mosby, and military pursuit with up to 100000 dollar rewards and death penalties for harboring criminals. Encourages citizens to aid in arrests and uphold public justice.
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Booth pursuit and arrest measures reported
April 20 dispatches from Reading and surrounding stations detail Detective Lyon and Miller tracking Booth to a train. Descriptions and telegraphs follow the hunt toward Port Clinton Tamagon and Catwasan, with sightings denied and officials keeping arrest actions private. Also notes Union victory updates and President Lincoln funeral procession plans with large crowds and military presence.
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Obsequies and mourning fill the nation after Lincoln death
Arrangements marked by bells tolling and large military civil processions as churches offered services. Delegations from Massachusetts New Jersey and other states visited President Johnson to express support while soldiers and officers paid respects. News notes include parole for Confederate Major Taylor and Mosby’s surrender terms, with ongoing astonishment at Lincoln’s death and the nation’s response.
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Funeral pomp and national mourning after Lincoln death
In Washington crowds gathered near the executive mansion as Mrs Lincoln not seen since the morning, clergy led services and prayers. A state procession formed on Pennsylvania Avenue with regiments, the hearse, and officials to the Capitol Rotunda where the coffin lay. reports note ships burned and a steamer damaged in the days surrounding the tragedy.
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