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Freeport Journal in Freeport, Illinois

21 Jun 1871

Page 8

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Freeport Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1871

Page

8

Paris in Flames as Versailles Troops Enter City

Despatches from Paris recount the nine day siege with General Verge entering the Gate of Saint Cloud and troops of the line pouring through barricades. Fire consumes the Tuileries Ministry of Finance and Hotel de Ville while streets burn and civilians flee as insurgents clash with government forces.

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Alligators Attack Small Steamer on Florida River

In Ocklawaha Florida alligators fought a small steamer, nearly disabling it before an enormous serpent drove them off. Three bystanders were killed and hull planks torn. The report notes alligators occasionally prey on dogs and livestock near their water habitats.

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Ocklawha Florida
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Hartford couple sacrifice Dickens reading for neighbors

A young Hartford couple, unable to afford Dickens readings, chose to invest and instead give two tickets to a nearby impoverished family. The neighbors used the money to attend the readings, sharing the cultural event with those in need.

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Hartford
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A Man Unfit for Public Office Says Local Editorial

A local editorial criticizes a man who refuses to support the press pulpit and schools of the town. The piece argues he lacks the first lesson in political economy and is unfit to join men of liberal and enlightened business views.

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Matthew Henry Christ Earth
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Massive strawberry shipment moves through Wilmington in a day

Twenty four car loads of strawberries totaling 256000 quarts and about 250 tons passed through Wilmington Delaware in a single day en route to the north.

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Wilmington Delaware
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A Good Liniment Described as a Versatile Remedy

An 19th century note touts a liniment made of equal parts Laudanum alcohol and oil of wormwood as one of the best remedies ever devised for both people and animals.

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Editor Defends Free Speech Amid Pro Yankee Remarks

The Brookhaven Citizen editor praises American citizenship and declares the freedom to voice harsh opinions about Yankees. He frames it as a free country and vows to continue cursing Yankees as desired.

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Brookhaven Miss
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Brigham’s 70th Birthday Marked by Quorum Address

An exchange recalls Brigham’s June 1 anniversary, noting a celebratory address from the Quorum of the Twelve. Elders of the church wept in the Desert News report, praising a robust irrigation system and shared sorrow and pride in the venerable leader’s long life and influence.

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Brigham
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Reflections on Faith and Patience Across Beliefs

A collage of quotations and parables from diverse thinkers and religious voices urges patience, charity, and self denial. It links prayer, hardship, and divine providence with moral duty and everyday acts of faith, urging restraint, humility, and steadfast trust in God.

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Juan Goethe Albert ‘Barnes
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