Notable Lincoln era oration on Union and slavery conflict
The speaker denounces rebellion, defends the Constitution, and urges vigorous war against Confederate conspirators. He contrasts Northern and Southern politics, condemns slaveholding influence, defends federal authority, and calls for unity, vigilance, and continuation of the war to preserve liberty and the Union.
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Patino
Bee
North
South
John Quincy Adams
Boniany
Guy
Gnan
Ie Binndem
England
France
Spain
Great Britain
Europe
Maryland
Virginia
Kentucky
Missouri
Battles and Rebels Echo Edwards Ferry Heroism
Amid Civil War dispatches, reports honor Edwards Ferry defenders. Massachusetts and New England volunteers stand firm, suffer wounds, endure captivity, and inspire Union resolve. Other updates describe Price’s recruits, Federal movements, and captured rebel officers as conflicts unfold in Missouri and surrounding areas.
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Arnacene
Missouri
Wattalone
Cavaley
Seationa
Wiett Wreillery
Geb
Pope
Etroul
Thortar
Teading
Offeerea
Price
Helen Legenis
Otago
Perpda
Eich
Broa Mo
Stein
Wearrenshire
Meir Bagrage
Lexington
Sweeney
St. Loum
John Hogan
Department
U. S
Halleck
Nes
Camp Jackson
Cale Jast
Columbus
Democrat
Ritns
Wilson
Daws
Otterville
Famed Sweeney
Salt and Herd Care in Early Rural Notes
A Valley Marmer letter suggests tannery wives neglect hogens unlike horeen cattle and shea, urging salt as vital for herds. Readers are asked to consider salt within reach and even share salty remedies. The piece highlights local beliefs about animal care and inter-animal cooperation.
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Ewice
Marmer
Ambitious rise of a hotel porter to brigadier general
The piece traces a man rising from hotel porter in New York to Brigadier General through wartime service. Mentions include Holt mentoring him at the War Department, transfer to the War Office, and promotion supported by patronage. It notes his early humble work, later trusted duties, and hoped-for national leadership while detailing his path from hotel life to high command.
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Sinter
Lincoln
Virginia
Ris
United States
Lucas County
Ohio
Buchanan
Congress
Farrest Patriams
Missouri
Oregon
Great Britain
Kansas
New York
Wwabiengeton
Will Bie
Holt
Hote
Dution
War Department
Sehonpi
Schoepff
Seat
Wis
Tranton
Tole Bow
Corn Bread as a Cheap Diet for New England Families
The piece argues that many New England farmers and southern planters rely on corn bread while wheat is exported, leaving poor New England families uncertain of weekly supplies. It praises corn meal as palatable when well cooked, offers many satisfying dishes, and claims corn meal can cut costs significantly, urging broader use to ease poverty and economy.
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New England
Springfeld
Wrecksin’s Youth Seeks Printing Work in London
A youth named Franklin travels to London seeking work in a printing office. He faces questions on origin and skill, and after a brief test demonstrates steady, careful typesetting. His character is praised as dependable and earnest.
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Rathor
Maihamiol
Naxareth
Philip Path
Market Decline Tied to Rain Cargoes and Imports
A Javre letter to the 1st of Now notes wheat imports totaling 6,000,000 and a total decline to 14,100,000 of barley maximum. The market fell as rain cargoes crowded ports and weather disrupted shipments. Merchants cite demand and market psychology as the cause of lower prices, while hopes for an early price rebound persist.
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Wwear Osor
Javre
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