Last Civil War veteran Johnny Clem dies legacy of a drummer to brigadier
The piece recounts John Clem the last Union veteran to retire from active service, born in Newark Ohio in 1831, who joined as a drummer then fought at Shiloh Chickamauga and many other battles before becoming a sergeant and later a brigadier general. It notes his postwar life, West Point appointment, and the ceremonial graveside honors at Arlington and national cemeteries with schoolchildren and veterans guiding the tribute.
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United States Army
Lewnok
Uncle Sam
John Clem
Brigaitier Central
Nit Tong
Lst
McDougall
Obie
Clem
Jorony
Shiloh
Ment
Johnny Clem
Johnny Shiloh
Meland
Chickamauga
Rosecr
Washington
Wst
Arlington
Battle Ground Cemetery
Sal
Eterans
Wyrly
Columb
The Real Man a tale of hidden strength
The Real Man tells of a twenty five year old who facing a crisis drops his outward disguise and reveals true character. The editor praises the story as entertaining and brain provoking, hinting it may inspire readers to seek deeper self discipline and effort under pressure.
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Bey
Mfe
Serigna
Sien Timoe Uunghawr
Banke Cashier Faces Bank Loss and Blackmail Plot
Montague Smith, Lawrenceville Bank cashier and stockholder in Westfall Foundries, faces a looming audit of a $100,000 loan to Westfall. President Dunham accuses him of improper support for a failing company and hints at personal exposure, while Smith weighs a drastic move to protect himself as a tense confrontation unfolds in the bank's vault area.
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Westill Punndries Company
Smith
Carter Wweetfall
Bret
Monty
Yun
Anil
Dyer
Tie
Richtmner Faminiry Trust
Hearse
White
Bank and Trust
Tronhem
Brickley
Chicago
Dunham
Westfall Foundries
Onder
Raturday
Tafill
Carter Westfall
Westfall
Switch
Big Beak
Carter Weattall
Sec
NS Cishter
Richlander
Fem
Mies Richlander
Mr. Richlander
Richlanter
Pak
Danhertes
Trent
Rome
Danner
Wort
Montagie Smith
Watrows Diihui
Tun
Ioan
Weetfall
Torbin
New York
Nat
Montague
Gawrenceyilie
Dranham
Jeneth
Montagne
Aveal
Fen Oftlock
Montague Smith
Danserie
Tshotletry
Lawrence
Ville
Sicily Island Of Romance And Medieval Tales
A fragment from a 19th or early 20th century newspaper page surveys Sicily’s legendary charm and a roster of ancient and medieval figures from Pindar to Richard the Lion Heart. It blends geographic beauty with a parade of dramatic names and stories, then shifts to short clippings on diplomacy, a cautionary duck tale stuffed with opium, copper substitutes in Germany, a Cape Cod anecdote, and immigration stats.
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Sicily
Nas Anal Geographic Magazine
Elysium
Titans
Pindar
Aeschylus
Diodorus
Hamilcar
Hannibal
Roger
Belisarius
Richard of the Lion Heart
Louis the Saint
France
Charles of Anjou
Fréderick T
Garthaidi
Crooked Life Surprise and Hidden Power Unveiled
The passage hints at Mr. Dunham receiving a sudden realization about the crooked path of his life while J Montague Smith awakens to the value of using his latent power, signaling a dramatic turning point.
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Mr. Dunham
J. Montague Smith
Made Flag for Fort Baker by Carrie King of Washington
Carrie R. King, a Washington woman in the Woman's Relief corps, hand sewed a 25 star flag that flew over Fort Baker during the war. Lieut. William H. King, returning from Rhode Island, found his wife had nearly two nights of work in the flag before it was sent to him in Washington. The flag was the first to float over Fort Baker and was celebrated as a symbol of loyalty. Memorial Day remarks contrasted loyalty with liberty, citing Youth's Companion ideas. The piece also notes Clem Grant's rise from a cadet to brigadier general and his role in G. A. R. reunions.
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Elit Wien
Taetetor Agurtmoor
Verin Richtinder
Lawronerville
Montero Siotth
Richlander
Mies Richtlander
Mies Michlander
Manny
Hue
Nwsmente
Eet
Tim
Rinith
Smith
Ienair
Winlin
Douham
Howe
Perkins
Chinatown
United States
Yancey and Dobbs
Yancey
Dobbs
Lum Suey
Quong Sung Chong
Mott Street
New York Evening Post
Carrie R. King
Hellet Corps
Port Baker
William H. King
Rhode Island
Washington
Fort Baker
King
No Personal Hatred in Wartime Bond Among Soldiers
Fragmentary reminiscence recalls soldiers in gray shak ing hands amid trench lines and seas of conflict. A narrator describes unlikely camaraderie between enemies, noting mutual respect and shared humanity despite North South divides and wartime duties.
Seal "TAPS" Reflects Faith After Battle Rest
A somber verse invoking the toll of conflict, praising faith and perseverance. It laments the weariness of war and bids the soul to find sleep in the belief that God reigns over deep pains and tears.
Lincoln at Fort Stevens during Civil War battle
President Lincoln visited Fort Stevens with Dr Crawford to view the Civil War combat nearby. He climbed the rampart despite enemy fire, remaining calm as bullets whistled. General Wright ordered him to descend for safety, and Lincoln, smiling, stepped back and took position behind the parapet.
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Lincoln
Doctor Crawford
Fort Stevens
Ull
General Wright
Hiro
Artles
United States
Tam
Veteran Mundell Keeps Naval Relics Since 1830 in Washington
Jared Mundell of 649 B Street Southeast, born December 22, 1830, is the oldest drummer boy in Washington, D. C., who served from the Mexican War through the Civil War and beyond. He now guards a museum of hundreds of naval relics at the Washington Navy Yard, explaining naval ordnance and Civil War history to visitors.
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Washington, D. C
United States Marine Corps
Washington
Perry
Japan
Washington Monument
Uncle Sam
Jared Mundell
B Street
Washington Navy Yard
Spain
Ait Carson Post No. 2
Mundell
Tnit
Munsell
Mr. Mundell
Marine Corps
Veterans dwindling as Memorial Day roots fade
Fragmented OCR notes claim veteran numbers drop below 170000 with rising death rate among World War veterans now around sixty nine years. It mentions the American Legion holding annual encampments except 1867 and cites May 20 as Memorial Day origin from 1808.
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A. Ho
Prepare More Land Grow More Food Editorial
A wartime appeal urges Americans and Canadians to boost agriculture and enlist in food production. It highlights farm labor needs in the United States and Western Canada, stressing patriotism and self sufficiency to feed soldiers, sailors, and allies. The piece cites Allied victory hopes and calls for rapid expansion of grain, cattle, and crop outputs across borders.
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United States
Flanders
East
Canada
Great Britain
France
Trenett
Western Canada
Preas
Three D's in Dodd's Kidney Remedy Ad Claim
Mr Robert W Ferguson of Hingham Massachusetts recounts years of kidney disorder and backache. He nearly died in Vancouver but recovered with Dodd's Kidney Pills and occasionally uses them to keep kidneys regulated. He urges readers to choose the product named with three D's for deranged disordered kidneys.
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Robert W. Ferguson
Hingham
Mass
Vancouver
Dodd
Mr. Ferguson
Adv
Keeping Honey in Proper Storage
Proper honey storage is essential for quality. Keep honey in a dry, moderately warm place, not in the cellar or a damp location, to prevent watery cappings and spoilage of the comb. Ensure air is warm and dry to preserve purity and consistency.
Genuine comfort and lasting plese ope One Thal Crow hull Blue
Advertisement notes comfort and lasting measures for household goods at grocers. Mentions the need to balance economy with quality foods like strawberries and maple syrup, reflecting debates on household provisions and price considerations. References to a Journal and an African frog sound example.
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Adv
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