Illinois Governor Proclaims Funeral Day Observances
Special dispatch notes Governor Oglesby issues a proclamation calling Illinois residents to observe the funeral of the martyred Chief Magistrate on Wednesday at noon. Citizens are asked to gather in churches and public worship places across the state to mark the solemn hour.
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Waewinoron
Chicago Evening Journal
Wasmsarton
Oglesby
Illinois
Wasmiseton
Titmois
Riccard J. Oatesny
Proclamation Calls for Day of Prayer After Lincoln Assassination
Illinois Lieutenant Governor William Bross issues a Chicago proclamation urging citizens to hold special religious services on the next day or Sabbath to seek mercy from Almighty God for the nation. He invokes Lincoln’s death as a calamity and asks for unity, peace, and strength for authorities and the executive.
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Abraham Lincoln
Minois
Tim
Rook
Ile
Ogrenby
William Bross
Ilinois
Chicago
Willian Bross
Lino's
Public prayer and business closure in Freeport today
A Freeport meeting at the Court House led by Rev. I B Caney resolved that people gather at their churches at 12 M for services and all places of business close from 10 A M to 5 P M today in response to a national calamity. Members Messia Meacham Buxenamp supported the plan.
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Freeport
Court House
I. B. Caney
Mourning Lincoln’s Death Stirs Nation to Tears and Reflection
The news of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination floods the nation with grief. Citizens remember his ascent from poverty to leadership and his unwavering commitment to liberty, humanity, and the struggle of the oppressed, as public sorrow runs deep across communities.
Lincoln death tears nation and vows of vengeance rise
A report of President Lincoln and Secretary Stanton’s deaths sparks national grief. Citizens erupt in fear and anger, pledging harsh justice against rebels and sympathizers while honoring Lincoln as a savior to Africans and humankind. Mourning grips cities as calls for renewed hardline reconstruction intensify.
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Leo
Krmard
Anranan Liscoty
Anatase Lancatsy
H. Sewann
Lixconn
Sewaun
Takich
Davis
Rhert B
Lee
I. B. Lee
Pather
Brieniaf
Gengroud
Abionan Lincutx
Falluy
Strask Daova
Thahalt
Tha Caare
Antanna Liscoux
Siege of Mobile Ends with City Surrender
Forces besieging Mobile won control after Spanish Fort and Blakely fell and the city surrendered on the 9th. About 6,010 prisoners were taken along with 820 pieces of artillery and other war material. General Canby’s HQ moved to Mobile as the attack claimed credit for the victory.
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Mobile
Mle. Blees
Barend and Ongoing Debate Highlighted in Obscure Text
A fragmented historical OCR paragraph hints at a debate or discussion involving Barend and others, with unclear references to mock inter events and shipping or messaging. The readable fragments suggest a buoyant mood and possible mention of a box or letter sent at once, with scattered initials like WG and Bee.
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Barend
Aerge
Unity and resolve amid civil strife in Stephenson County
In the wake of upheaval, the community should demand silence from critics and avoid rewarding disloyalty. The text urges unity against slavery and rebellion, condemns past sins but calls for judging individuals by present conduct, and seeks collective effort to punish the uprising per divine law.
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Stephenson County
Dylender
Len
Johnson Named President Amid Unity Calls and Faith
Anaddress lauds Ayprew Jonsson as President after assassination of Lixcony. The piece extols Andrew Johnson’s prior service to the Union, notes early doubts over his fit, and highlights assurances from high quarters against repetition of the crisis. It urges nationwide prayers and steadfast support for his duties.
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Lixcony
New York Sun
United States
Andrew Johnson
Mr. Buchanan
Ténnnessee
United States Senate
Jeff. Davis
Ila
Tennessee
Senate
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Johnson
Tman
Ihulonx
ySeurday
Patsie
Lincoln Dead and Assassination Plot Unfolds Across Capital
The War Department confirms President Lincoln died at 7:22 a.m. and Secretary Seward injured. Booth is named as the assassin with a second accomplice at large. motives tied to a prewar plan. Reports say Davis’s proclamation outlines Confederate morale and Lincoln revokes rebel passes to Richmond. Johnson sworn as President. pursuit of suspects and border-crossing cases ordered.
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Lincoln
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The
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President's Remains Moved From Private Residence to White House
Warrington April 15. The President's body was taken from the private residence opposite Fura's theater to the executive mansion in a hearse at 9.20 wrapped in the American Flag. A small cavalry guard escorted, General Anger and officers moved on foot, a dense crowd followed to the White House where a military guard barred entry for most. Yates and Farnsworth were admitted to view the remains for transfer to Illinois. Also notes a secular fact and a pitch for Bryan's Pulmonic Wafers at 25 cents a box from retailers.
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