President remains and Lincoln funeral details reported
The account notes that President Lincoln’s remains will reach Chicago Monday at HA M and lie at City Hall the following day before proceeding to Springfield for the funeral a few days later. Mrs Lincoln is severely ill in Washington and may not return to Massachusetts for two or three weeks.
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Lste
Chicago
HA. M
City Hall
Springfield
Lincoln
Washington
Grant and Lincoln cited as champions of liberty and victory
A partisan stereotype praises Ulysses S. Grant and Abraham Lincoln as brave, wise, and just leaders. It extols their commitment to human liberty, their opposition to slavery, and their relentless pursuit of the Confederacy, noting the lengthy campaigns and ultimate triumph.
President Johnson meets British Minister Bruce in amicable Capitol chat
President Johnson receives Sir Frederick Bruce at the Capitol on the 29th and they share a plain talk focused on peace and friendship. Bruce voices discomfort with formalities while Johnson emphasizes neighborly relations and the need to treat Davis and his cabinet as traitors. The two nations renew their pledge to mutual discussion of any difficulties.
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Frederick Bruce
Johnson
Great Britain
Sir Frederick
Sherman
Mr. Davis
Davis
United States
Controversial Editorial Threats Stir American Press
In a 19th century dispute, La Crosse Democrat editor faced backlash for a violent forecast about a political figure. Beaver Dam Argus reprints condemn the rhetoric, calling it a crime in history. a stamp postage note is mentioned amid regulatory discussion in Wisconsin.
Illinois leaders recruit for reform cabinet role
In a shifting political move, figures including Sen stor Yates and Messrs Wasmnurnn ynxaworrn and ARNoLp are named as key recruits backing a reform effort tied to the President’s agenda in Illinois. The action signals a push to assemble a strategic advisory group to steer policy direction.
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Tub
Illinois
Senstor, Yates
Messrs
Wasmnurnn
Ynxaworrn
Arnolp
Funeral arrangements for President’s interment at Springfield
The report states Simpson has been rejected to deliver the funeral oration for the President. The body will reach Springfield on May 8 and rest there two or three days before burial. The interment is planned for the Saturday or Sunday after arrival.
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Simpson
Springfield
Johnsons policy foreshadowed in talks with delegations
The speaker notes President Johnson will not alter Cabinet or department machinery except for cause, keeping Lincoln era policy. He urges admin to avoid office seekers, says they will be summoned when needed, and promises harsh punishment for leaders while offering leniency to enlisted rebels who renew loyalty.
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Andy Johnson
Lincoln
Hay
Ieaders
Condition of Secretary Seward Improves, Nation Reassured
The condition of Secretary Seward has steadily improved and is now thought to be recoverable. The nation rejoices at the news as the Premier’s life once feared, for his wisdom and diplomacy steadied the country through perilous times under Lincoln’s administration. The bond between Seward and Lincoln is described as warm and affectionate. Long may the Premier live to receive public gratitude.
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Seward
Thia
Ashe
Iate
Lincoln
Conflict and capture rumors echo in Montgomery dispatches
Reports say Montgomery fell under union hands on the 15th with Texan cavalry in retreat at Tirker's Bend. Bioth the assassin fled Maryland or near Washington after a broken leg from a crash at Sagasination. Johnson vows traitors must be punished, with guards around Chief Justice Chage. Military Commission findings: Morris and Marmaduke acquitted, Walsh five years, Semmes three. Grenfel fate pending with death rumored.
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Montgomery
Ala
Joi
Davia
Tirker’s Bend
Bioth
Iping
Maryland
Washington
Iife
Chage
Turing
Hooker
Military Commission
Chicago
Morris
Marmaduke
Walsh
Semmes
Ohio State Penitentiary
Columbus
Grenfel
Johnson Family Residence in Nashville After President’s Ill Health
The family of President Andrew Johnson lives in Nashville Tennessee with his wife and four children two sons and two daughters Iris son Robert is twenty nine Andrew Johnson Jr is twelve One son Charles a surgeon in the army was killed after a 1863 accident Colonel Stover a son in law commanded the 4th Tennessee and was killed at Nashville on December 18 186c Judge Patterson another son in law also lives in Nashville Mrs Johnson in delicate health it is likely Mrs Colonel Stover will lead the presidential household.
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Mr. Johnson
Nashville
Tennessee
Iris
Robert
Andrew Johnson
Charles
Stover
4Th Regiment of
Tennessee Infantry
Galiantly
Patterson
Preident
Lves
Johnson
Death and mourning for Lincoln resounds in union appeal
The passage mourns Abraham Lincoln as a savior and delivers a call to unite behind Andrew Johnson of Tennessee after Lincoln’s death. It emphasizes national disaster, divine providence, and the need for steadfast support of the new president to secure liberty, union, and peace.
Lincoln remarks amid Civil War uncertainty rise
The New York Leaning Post cites a recent Conversation with President Lincoln who defends his actions as solely for the country and appeals to the American people to overlook minor errors rather than cast them aside.
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Peer the
New York Leening Post
Lincoln
Gen Sherman’s supposed insanity sparks peace bid shock
The inquiry questions Gen Sherman after he signed a ceasefire memorandum with rebel Joe Johnson on the 18th instant. It, along with plans for disbanding, amnesty, and federal recognition, triggers cabinet disapproval and orders to resume hostilities. The piece accuses Sherman of reckless diplomacy and notes Stoneman’s move toward Raleigh, aiding Davis’s potential escape with stolen wealth. Grant is expected to act swiftly upon reaching Raleigh.
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Sherman
Lnst
Joe, Johnson
South
Peron
Washington
General Sherman
Grant
Gen. Grant
North Carolina
Gen. Stoneman
Salisbury
Raleigh
Hell
Davis
Mexico
Europe
Richmond
Stoneman
Inaugural Day Ills Tie to Medicine Not Intemperance
Testimony from intimate acquaintances disputes the claim that Vice President Johnson drank on Inauguration Day. They assert his condition resulted from illness and excessive medicine rather than habit, and urge the public to trust President Johnson despite prior rumors.
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Jihosan
Jotngen
Andy Johnson
John A. Kassan
Iowa
Fort Des Moinns
Avraham Lincoln
Johinson
Mle. Dahinson
Notable Loyalists Face Rebels and Old Veteran’s Aid
The text recalls a loyalist figure named Graham Litcoth and mentions Andred Jackson and Andrety Johinson as veterans. It suggests rebels misjudged potential gains from challenging established leaders and the loyal populace remains steadfast in their stance.
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Atsapothi
Tor Graham Litcoth
Naw
Andred Jackson
Andrety Johinson
Unanimous support for President Johnson and anti slavery stance
The Intelligencer in Washington reports broad public backing for President Johnson and a firm resolve to end slavery. It notes Lincoln’s purported satisfaction with concurrent views and harsh critique of slavery as the cause of war, calling for its destruction and punishment of those who defend it.
Vaiuasis Property For Sale Near Freeport
Sale notice for 615 acres five miles north of Freeport includes 210 acres cultivated and remainder timber land. Features a comfortable dwelling with orchard and spring, two streams, and 22 feet frontage on east side. Also includes the hardware store space currently occupied by Emmett and Fubgen.
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Saur
Freeport
Timsber
Plymouth H.W
Emmett
Fubgen
Cough Balsam Claim and Reward Offered by Crate Co
The Chicago Tribune notes that a popular cough remedy praised for lung and throat ailments has sold widely since 1863 with 800000 bottles in use. Crate Co of New Haven offers $100 to anyone who can produce a quicker cure, while wholesalers in Chicago back the product as strong and affordable at 40 cents.
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Mersie. C. G. Crate & Co
Nuy Haven
Hastert
Sizo
Lord & Smith, Fuller, Finch & Fuller
Burnham & van Schaack
J. H. Reed & Co
Lt. Scovill
Chicago
Northwest
Chisago Tribune
Barnes & CO
Broadway
New York
No. M
A. M. Macuichar
Oflu
Liberty Etrert
New York City
An MN. Mackioxag
Mavairay
Liberty Street
Orto Box
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