A Contrast Between Wilson and Pierpont in Uniform
The writer notes the striking difference in presence between Colonel Senator Wilson and Reverend John Pierpont as they appear in military dress. Pierpont, a veteran clergyman and famed poet, seems born to soldierly bearing, while Wilson, despite eloquence and courage, comes off as awkward in uniform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Wilson
Chaapplain
John Pierpont
Yast
Pierpont
Ant
Massachusetts
Bigelow
Post
Washington
Paris
Congress
Wilson
Russell
Times
Mr. Seward Warns Ports Defend Against Possible War
A circular from Secretary of State to seaboard governors urges complete defense of ports and harbors on lakes and seas. He says less prospect of foreign conflict now than during the insurrection, but stresses precautions to avoid foreign war amid civil unrest.
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Secretary of State
Public prudence urged as coast defense debate roils readers
A circular shocks readers with talk of possible war with Mexico and foreign pressure. The piece argues for rapid coastal fortifications to deter foreign aggression, noting Britain’s aristocracy and Bulwer Lytton favor dissolution of the Union. It urges vigilance regardless of immediate danger to peace with Europe.
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Congress
Mexico
United States
Bulwer Lytton
Europe
Stereoscope of intellect and heart for moral subjects
The quote urges using two lenses, reason and compassion, to grant relief to moral subjects. It likens understanding to a stereoscope, requiring both intellect and heart to see truth clearly.
William Penn kin described as a pan never mended
The remark paints Penn’s notorious relative as a rollicking scapegrace. Contemporary wits quipped he was “often out, never mended,” a boastful jab capturing a reputation for mischief and irregular conduct tied to the Penn name.
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William Penn
News from Missouri dispatch on Springfield battle and Zagoni charge
A Missouri dispatch reports Major Zagoni at the head of the bodyguard led a bold charge on Springfield encamped rebels. They routed 2,000 to 6,000 foes, cleared the city, raised the national flag, and withdrew with minor losses. Fremont’s advance to occupy Springfield is noted.
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Fremont
Sy Louis
Heap-Quanrens
Nean Homansvillz
McKeever
Zagoni
Springfield
Court House
Brilliant Victory at Romney Va Leads Rebel Entrenchments Routed
Brigadier B F Kelley attacked Romney Va yesterday afternoon driving in outposts and routing the enemy in a brilliant action of two hours. He captured prisoners three cannon and most camp equipage. Rebels retreated toward Winchester. Official dispatch from Romney dated Oct 26 reports similar success with trifling loss. Also notes Pennsylvania in service 101000 men and San Francisco news on Omaha steamer voyage and buoyant market.
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Nuw Crees
B. F. Kelley
Romney
Winchester
Kelley
Washieton
Scott
B. I. Keazey
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Sumner
Senator Nesmith
Oregon
Gwin
San Francisco
Galesville Greys Meet at Court House Saturday
The Galesville Greys prepare for a gathering at the Court House in Galesville on Saturday November 26 at 2 PM by order of Captain Isaac Clark.
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Galesville
Postage stamp exchange notice at Galesville Post Office
Notice from Daren November Std 1861 states that new style stamps will be exchanged for old issue at par for six days from the date of notice. Exchange to take place at the Post Office in Galesville under Deputy P. M ARNowp.
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Galesville
Daren
Aux
A. Arnowp
P. M
United States Marshal Notice of Land Sale in Wisconsin
In pursuance of a decree of the District Court the United States Marshal will sell at public auction at the Milwaukees post office on Friday February 8 1962 at 3 o clock the north half of lot 1 and the north three fourths of lot 2 in block 3 in the village of Galesville Trempealeau County Wisconsin. The sale lists James Savage Dodgs W. Keith Mareny D. Gilman Harriett A. Parker George Gale and Trude Cli lo Alonzo A. Parker and A. Wilber as involved parties. The notice appeared in Milwaukee October 12 1941.
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Ryland Parker
Harriett A. Parker
George Gale
Girtrude Clilo
Alonzo A. Parker
A. Wilber
District Court of the United States
District of
Wr Conai
Qalesvilioin
Freipéaleau
Wisconsin
Galesvile
Trempealeaa
Stataut Wisconsin
Dass C. Jackson
Marshal U
Manmiatis Ovridu
Milwaukee
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Mr. Seward
England
Lincoln
Sir Edward Lytton
Puller
Edward Bulwer Lytton
Missouri
J.C. Frewonr
Shody Guard
Faomot
Major Zagoni
White
Union
Onanixs Zaconi
John M. Richardson
Jefferson
Mount Vernon
Judge Owens
Col. Pearce
Arkansas
Nod
Tux Barris
Fravenicktow
Fredericktown
Cape Giradeau
Schofield
Jeff Thompson
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