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Newspaper
Ellsworth American
Location
Ellsworth, Maine, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1864
Page
1
AFragmentary poem recalls a secret drawer in every seat holding cherished childhood treasures. It lists toys and memories of playful summers and winter tales, the magic of first hearing music, the wonder of hidden worlds, and the mystery of a guarded, timeless store.
Correspondence from April 21 1864 reviews naval promotions for meritorious volunteers linking to the bill for elevating officers in the U S Navy and outlines the reception and march of Col Tilden and the 16th Maine Volunteers at Mitchells Station including a hero’s welcome, parade, a horse gift and a soldiers feast. The piece notes legislative debate over appointment authority, promotion rules, and the role of the Navy Secretary in advancing volunteers to higher ranks.
Remarks before the U S House honor Owen Lovesoy of Minds. The speaker recalls Lovesoy as a tireless worker, brave fighter, and enduring thinker, praising his life, faith, and unfinished work. He laments the loss, notes Lovesoy’s roots in Mattie, and credits him with defending liberty and the right of freedom amid opposition. The speech affirms Lovesoy’s lasting impact on his native state and the country.
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