Death of General Rawlins from Old War Hero
The Chicago Tridune chronicles General John A. Rawlins, Secretary of War, detailing a life of hardship and ascent. Born in 1839 in East Galena Illinois, he rose from a poor boy to Grant's trusted aide and chief of staff. He died after a long illness intensified by Civil War service, leaving a commanding legacy in military and political life.
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Interesting Facts About the Mocking Bird
A long instrumental essay extols the mocking bird, praising its native beauty when raised away from cities and noting its wide range from the Atlantic to the Pacific. It describes its varied vocal powers, imitations, nocturnal singing, domestication potential, and contrasts with city birds.
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Curious St Louis marriage ends with odd twist
A stone blind man wed a bride described as one of the ugliest women alive. The Justice of the Peace warned the groom, but the knot was tied. The tale ends with the justice declining to officiate further and fashioning beauty aids from horsehair for belles.
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