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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1880
Page
6
An 19th century style excerpt emphasizes self help over aid from others. It repeats the maxim Aid yourself and God will aid you contrasting dependence with personal effort. The piece references moral guidance from a higher power and the value of self-sufficiency in daily toil. It echoes a rugged individualist message common in Harper's Bazar passages.
A lengthy exposé outlines the brutal practice of body snatchers and their networks. It explains workers, watchers, and receivers, plus the role of doctors in procuring cadavers for dissection. The piece recounts a Newark incident and warns readers about cemeteries near Baltimore.
An odd essay extols a capable independent woman who masters a horse and drives without need of a man. It praises fearless self reliance, noting few such women exist among married or single women, and describes driving as an act of bold freedom and occasional danger.
A printed 1819 letter from Rachel Jackson to Andrew Jackson, published by the Cincinnati Commercial, expresses deep devotion and longing as she describes separation, prayers, hopes for reunion, and care for their son Andrew. She mentions finances, family support, and asks for continued communication while urging steadfast faith and comfort in God.
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court unanimous decision rejects the Fusionist assemblies at Adjusta as not legally constituted. It cites Governor and Council actions, elections certificates, and quorum issues, affirming only the State House legislature as the lawful lawmaking body and barring further recognition of competing claims.
The document affirms that Senate presiding officer Joseph A. Locker and House presiding officer George E. Weeks form the legal State Legislature. Signatories include Joan Appleton, Charles W. Walton, William G. Barrows, Charles Danforth, John Appletons, Autemur Libdey, Joszen W. Sysuonps.
Reports note the rise of a new England loom for knitting with high speed, precision, and durability, and a detailed account of Maine politics where Governor Garcelon blocked returns, prompting Supreme Court rulings that voided his actions. The piece questions the legitimacy of a potential Fusionist move to seize the Legislature and affect the 1880 presidential electors.
Captain Charles L. Pierce well known attorney in the city choked to death at Farners Hotel after eating beef at dinner. A two inch unmasticated piece of meat obstructed the throat, medical efforts failed, and Pierce died within minutes while witnesses looked on in alarm.
The turning point in an organ grinder's life is generally the era when performances shift from street corners to suppportive venues, changing daily routines, audience reach, and personal identity within a changing urban culture.
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