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Newspaper
Ellsworth American
Location
Ellsworth, Maine, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1856
Page
1
Poem fragment by Willian Savante salutes woodland heroes and the march to war. Describes awakening land, iron-hearted yeomen, and battle across borders as families observe the cost of liberty. References Lexington and April fields with reverent tone.
A house-surgeon at Hanborough Workhouse recalls a long acquaintance with a dying, fragile patient who unexpectedly asks him to confess murder. The patient describes a past life of poverty, deception, and liquor sales, hinting at sins and the era’s rough morals, as he risks final disclosure before death.
A dying man recalls a past crime and the chilling motive behind a murder near Henborough and Swaffham. He reveals a plan to shield his wife and himself, the long fear of exposure, and a forged alibi built on fraud, lies, and a heavy reward that fueled neighbors’ suspicions.
A tale of Mr Eliphalot Brown visiting a distant town for business meets a child who mistakes him for her father. The incident triggers a chase and a public scene as a woman insists on Brown being her husband. After confusion, it is revealed the real husband is elsewhere, and Brown clears the confusion amid townsfolk.
A historical clipping contrasts past female political restraint with modern women entering meetings and voting, praising Fremont and criticizing office seekers. It cites John C. Fremont’s steadfast conduct under attack and condemns bribery in politics while debating slavery and national issues.
The New York Baptist State Convention session adopted a bold exposition opposing suppression of free speech and religious liberty. It urged Baptists to influence elections to defend pulpit freedom, and uphold church rights while praising God and humanity. Nearby, North Carolina faculty debated Press Hero's Fremont support with resolutions disavowing party lines, yet expressing respect for the individual. The report notes the death of Hon. Horace Williams of North Carolina, former congressman.
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