Travelogue from Ellsworth Maine 1564 July 29
Correspondent reports on Ellsworth Maine as a busy shire town with mills on the Union River, a Republican Ellsworth American newspaper, churches, a strong agricultural economy, and a notable Baptist Sabbath School. He notes a Republican Congressional Convention nominating F A Wiley, views on railroads, fires, and travel to nearby towns, ending with plans to write again.
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TGP
Boston
Edsworth
Isworth
Hancock County
Ellsworth American
K. Sawyer
South America
Weert Liches
Mt Decart
Union
Elleworth
F. A. Wike
Ellsworth
Portland
Bangor
Maine
Wortho
New
Randle
Mechanical taste and the making of a skilled craftsman
The article chronicles a young man's rise from a carpenter’s son to a noted metal worker, highlighting Maudsley’s early shift from carpentry to blacksmithing, his swift mastery of forging, and the influence of a bustling shop with a strict foreman and an encouraging superintendent.
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Vstu
Henry Maulser
Mauddey
Tebapalia Tinteacaleernake Oleevaaivtelt
Wien
Maudsley
Only a Little While Says the Judge to Molly
A fragmentary exchange centers on the old apple woman and Molly as the Judge urges patience in hard times. The Judge proclaims it is only a little while, amid talk of rain days sickness and rest for the people, hinting at a shared endurance.
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Les
Molly
Way
Matt
Ant
Widdes
Europe
England
Calais
St. Stephen
Eastport Sentinel
Peese
Winston
Texa Tomsters
A. B. Denyse
Aeerican Agricule
Nasby Lauds Peace Platform Over War in Democratic Rhetoric
The piece portrays P. V. Nasby criticizing war gains and urging moderation within the Democratic party. It discusses draft taxes, post offices, and public life, with satire on party unity and the push for peace versus wartime policy. Mentions Lee, Grant, and resignations, set against economic notes and newspaper trade details.
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P. V. Nasby
Uosed
Dimekratic
Wass
Dimekrat
Mick Lellan
Bovel
Editorial Convention Raises Eager Expectations for Editors
The Portland Transcript notes high hopes after editors attend the Editorial Convention. Morcil may grow drier in tone, Rust could gain polish, Ellsworth American may see steady output, Littlefield might shine more, and Pidgin may rise in ambition while Rowell sharpens. Those absent are left cold and unlikely to shine.
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Bro. Elwell
Ortland Transcript
Wits
Morcil
Rust
Ellsworth
Pidgin
Rowell
Senator Wilson Denies Armistice Backing to Rebels
A letter from Senator Wilson refutes New York reports that he urged the President to seek an armistice with Confederate forces. He states no public figure supports such a policy and asserts conviction in conquering peace through defeating rebel armies. He mentions colleagues of the Administration share this stance and will pursue vigorous measures toward victory.
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Lerren Rion Susaron Wises
Wilson
Transcri Nation
New-York
Nev Iad
Washington
Prcola
Hiet
C. F. Money
John Appleton Dies in City Home
John Appleton died yesterday afternoon at his Park Street residence in this city. He was elected member of Congress from the district in 1850, later serving as Secretary of Degati during Buchanan's England ministry and as Assistant Secretary of State under Buchanan. He was also a principal promoter of the Eastern Arasud Press.
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Oe Hox
Jonn Appletox
Tlon John Appleton
Park Street
Congress
Degati
Buchanan
England
M. Buchanan
Arasud
Anniversary Surprise Shocks Dwight School Household
A Dwight School boy bursts in shouting Ann has come causing his mother to fear a long visit. She searches the street for Ann but finds only the boy’s mischief before he vanishes. A short supper follows as the scene closes amid curiosity and household bustle. An ad for Dr Hall's BALSAM claims it best for consumption with certificates from physicians and prominent citizens.
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Bevrast
Congressional Committee
Bane Tor
Webster
Bangor
Eampden
Americus
Joh A. Peor J
Godfrey
Com. Morris
Adams
Mors
Neptune
Addal
Penobscot
Rice
Ballard
Bucksport
Buckse Port
Fortiles
Knox
Gen. Knox
Washington
Gen. Totten
Hort
Castine
Newland
Fort Georges
Black Hill
Rav
Ives
Viands Land
Samuel Adams
Me. Lves
Mice
Woodbridge
le Ab
Baron de St. Case Tine
Dwight
Ann
Anyie
Old Time Cookery and Remedies From the Port曜land Pages
A jumble of recipes and patent medicine notices covers baked goods such as muffins and custards, with hints for biscuits and cakes, plus ads for Brown's Bronchial Troches and Radway's Ready Relief. The piece includes agricultural notes and a stray ship and health commentary, reflecting a 19th century newspaper miscellany.
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Commonwealth of Massachusetts
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