Proclamation appoints May 25 as day of mourning
President Andrew Johnson issues a national proclamation calling for a day of humiliation and prayer on May 25 to mourn Abraham Lincoln. Acting Secretary of State Wy. Hester announces the order, urging nationwide assembly in places of worship and solemn services as the nation contemplates Lincoln's death.
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United States
America
Wreneas
Abraham Lincoln
Congress
Andrew Johnson
God
Washington
A. D
United States of America
Andrew Jonson
Christ
John Brown
Republic
Abraham Liccolo
Tropics
Damascus
Apsiley
Proclamation by the President postpones Humiliation Day
President Andrew Johnson issues a proclamation delaying the Day of Humiliation and Prayer from late April to June 1 1865 due to the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. The notice, dated April 28 1865 in Washington, names W Hester as acting secretary of state and closes with Johnson s signature.
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United States of America
Abraham Lincoln
United States
Andrew Johnson
Washington
A. D
Asprew Jonson
W. Hester
Lincoln Monument Association plans appeal in Springfield
The Jovaxan urges post office contributions to fund a monument over Lincoln’s remains. It asks loyal citizens to give what they can, with most payments aimed for the second week in May. Contributions will be credited in the Jovaxan and sent to Springfield for forwarding.
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Lincoln Monument
Lincoln Monument Association
Springfield
Jovaxan
Prrina
Thareah
Oir
Abraham Litcoln
J. H. Beveridge
Inola
Avid
Illinois
Councils of the Loyal League
Boards of Trade and Chambers of Commerce
Masons and Odd Fellows
Abraham Lincoln
Jas
C. Conktina
Joan Stuart
Grief of the People Over Lincoln’s Passing Expressed
The article describes nationwide mourning for Abraham Lincoln from Capitol to Springfield. Crowds gather at stations and cities to honor Lincoln’s memory, praising his virtue and urging honest, Christian politics. It calls Lincoln a rare leader whose example teaches youth and shapes history.
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Capitol
Springfield
Aukauam Tixconn
Earth
Abraham Linceln
Sons of Liberty in Stephenson County exposed
A Northern newspaper fragment accuses Stephenson County Democrats of harboring the Sons of Liberty, a secret order allied with the Confederacy. It names Joseph B Smith as a local member and links internal party support to rebel plots, urging accountability and denouncement. Lincoln's assassination is mourned with calls for unity and memorial efforts.
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Sons of Liberty
Stephenson County
Northwest
Chicago
Cincinnati
Gen. Sweet
Hooker
Jacob Thompson
Miss
Capt
Hines
Col
Keenfell
Marmaduke
Anderson
Cantrell
Knights of the Golden Circle
McClellan
Pendleton
Gen
Chas, Walsh
Democratic Party
Freeport
Jeff
Davis
Breckinridge
Jo Davies County
M. Y. Jonyson
Davin Sum Wan
Fort In
Fayette
M. Siuvoxs
L. Siisues
Simmons
Copperhead
Johnson and Shehan
Springfield
Order of the “ Sons of Liberty
Juseru B
Ile
Joseph B. Smith
Sumter
South
Liberty
Joseph Smith
John
Smith
Johnson
Shetan
Kuh
Sraith
Yuta Wade
Olek
Hiera
Springfield City Association Appeals to All Loy
An 1880s clipping records the Springfield city association calling to all loyal residents. A committee presented resolutions dated April 24, listing officials including Governor Richard J. Amesby and a long roster of state leaders such as Lieut. Gov. Win. Bross and Secretary of State Sharon Lyndyle, with further names and titles noted as part of the acknowledgement.
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Richard J.nslesby
Win
Bross
Sharon ‘Lyndyle
Miner
Jas. HI. Beveridge
N. Bateman
J. I. Stuart
Lon
HL. Trost
Jesse K. Dubois
Mr Hatch
John AL McQlernand
Wm. Butler
James C, Conkling
Thos
J, Dennis
Attorney General Speed Denounces Rebel Officers in Loyal States
Speed rules that surrendered rebels have no homes or rights in loyal states and may not enter Washington. Civil service supporters of the rebellion are barred. rebel officers may not wear uniforms in loyal cities, as such attire is an act of hostility toward the government.
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Speed
Lea
Secretary of War
Scers
Den
Grant
Washington
Lincoln Dead Sparks Mourning on Up River Journey
From Minnesota to Winona and Rochester the narrative chronicles a paddle steamer journey as news of Abraham Lincoln's death travels upriver. The piece notes the river’s high, slow current and bleak hills, with Captain Gabbert hosting passengers and a collective stunned response to the tragedy. It ends with the train’s progress toward Rochester, marking a nation in grief and reflection.
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Owatorna
Minn
Frreno Jupson
Freeport
Dubuque
Charles Gilmore
Times
At& A
Gabbert
Lacrosse
Abraham Lincoln
Liberty
America
Winony
Rochester
Emigration boom and rough travel to Owatoma Minnesota
The writer notes H G Grattan among Stephenson County settlers now migrating to Minnesota. Rail travel costs double from earlier years, emigration rises after the rebellion, and Rochester to Owatoma stages are rough yet daily. Owatoma shows 800 inhabitants, high demand for housing, with wheat 40–60 cts, corn and oats 75 cts, potatoes 50 cts, beef 10–12 cts per lb.
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H. G. Grattan
Stephenson Co
Diliken
Minnesota
Rochester
Chicago
Owatoma
St. Peters
Illinois
Confederate Defenses at Blakely and Spanish Fort Fall to Union
Soldiers describe fierce assaults on Fort Blakely and Spanish Fort, noting the 76th Illinois heavy losses and coalition forces advancing from Biakely to Mobile. They report the fortifications around Mobile as strongest yet, with cadets and civilians in Confederate dress inside the city. Deserters arrive, weary of war, while Union officers and generals Grant and Sherman are praised for potential success.
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Reb
A. J. Smith
18Th Corps
76Th Illinois
Spanish Fort
Blakely
Tydell
Binkely
Biakely
Fort Spanish
Mobile
Cadets
Sth Fl
Bth
Catakirta
Grant
Sherman
Fall of Mobile City and Spanish Fort Capture Record
A wartime diary recounts the fall of Mobile City and capture of Spanish Fort and Blakely. The 2nd Brigade led a fanatical charge, with 8th Illinois and 40th Regiment key in storming works. Prisoners numbered around 4900, including several generals. Colored troops under Hawkins also advanced boldly, overcoming stout Confederate resistance amid heavy artillery and harrowing retreats.
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Dean Journau
Mobile City
Spanish Fort
Blakely
18Th Army Corps
Steele
Dornblazer
8Th Jst
J. Sheets
40Th
Hawkins
Fort Pillow
Lieut. Lamb
48Th
U. S. Colored Regiment
Full particulars of Booth death in Maryland barn
A detailed report describes Booth and Harrold fleeing to Garrett's farm near Port Royal, where Booth was cornered in a barn. Sergeant Boston Corbett recounts firing, Booth wounded, dying two and a half hours later after begging to be shot through the heart, with his body buried privately.
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Harrold
St. Mary's Co
Garrett
Garett
Boston Corbett
Edward P. Dougherty
Henry Garrett
Port Royal
Bowling Green
Jett
Potomac
Baoth
Medicine for a Tear Men e of S O N S
Local notice from Eaton area promotes Dr Rowack's products as a real boon. The Democrat hints at skepticism toward imposture and asserts no ads corrupt the mind while endorsing legitimate healing practices. The fragment reflects a cautionary stance on medical advertising in the newspaper.
C. G. Crank Co Cough Balsam praised in Tribune notice
Chicago Tribune advertorial notes Dr Roback Stomach Bitters and Coes Cough Balsam as superior remedies. Claims 800000 bottles sold since 1863 and a $100 reward for a faster lung or throat cure. Endorses price of 40 cents and broad accessibility for families.
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Coe
Messrs. C. G. Crank & Co
New Haven
Coo
Sizo
Lord & Smith, Fuller, Finch & Fuller
Burnham & van Schaack
J. H W. Reed & Co
H. Scovill
Chicago
Northwest
Chisago Tribune
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Lencoen Mon Meny Association
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Corps
Edward A. Wilson
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Kings County
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Barnes & Park
Stephen Paul & Co
Tarael Minor & Go
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A. L. Beovill & Co
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Ologe & Co
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Sir James Clarke
J. Clarke
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Brooklyn
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Washington, D. C
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Cleveland
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