Ann Rutledge and Lincoln fate entwined in New Salem tale
The article recounts Ann Rutledge the beloved New Salem woman, her suitors John McNamar later John McNeill and Abe Lincoln, and her death in 1835. It details Rutledge family ties, Lincoln’s deep attachment, McNamar’s disappearance, and Lincoln’s ensuing heartbreak and mental strain. It ends with Lincoln’s lifelong devotion to Ann and his fondness for the poem Immortality.
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Lincoln remarks on poetry and immortality discussed
An 1864 diary excerpt recalls March 22 1864 when the author spent hours with President Lincoln in his office. Lincoln read aloud a poem on immortality and expressed strong views on its poetry. The scene captures Lincoln’s reactions to verse and the atmosphere of the era.
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Love and memory of Ann Rutledge tied to Lincoln
The piece recounts Lincoln’s alleged deep affection for Ann Rutledge, including remarks to Robert L. Wilson and anecdotes from Isaac Dogdale. It details Rutledge’s death near New Salem, Lincoln’s later memory of her, and Herndon’s 1866 description of the Rutledge graves and surrounding area, asserting the tale’s strong corroboration.
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Miss Owens and Abe Lincoln romance described in 1830s notes
A detailed reminiscence reconstructs Lincoln's courtship of Miss Mary Owens at Able's home near New Salem. It portrays Owens as tall, blue-eyed, cultured, and wealthy, while Lincoln is seen as well intentioned but emotionally uneven and lacking in small polite attentions. Letters from Mary Owens and others illuminate missteps, social pressures, and ongoing tensions in the late 1830s.
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Wood's Liver Medicine advertised for malaria fever and biliousness
An 1880s style advertisement promotes Wood's Liver Medicine in liquid form claiming quick relief from malaria chills fever bilious headaches and constipation It promises regulation of liver kidneys and bladder and notes the $1 bottle contains 24 doses versus the 50 cent size Sold by H J Moogk and C P Guenther.
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Daily Journal Delivery for Citywide Wo a Week
The Daily Journal offers home delivery to any part of the city for a weekly fee. Subscribers receive the newspaper six days a week with weekday and weekend editions available.
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