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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1872
Page
7
A 1872 New York poem by Wholand Bourne proclaims a vow to persevere in the Civil War era struggle. It calls citizens to stand, fight, and honor the Union, liberty, and peace as the banner waves from sea to sea.
A Chicago Post editorial argues Grant offers proven leadership and financial stability, while warning Greeley risks rebellion, corruption, and economic collapse. It cites Grant’s wartime strategy, treasury policies, and trusted governance as superior to Greeley’s uncertain, divisive program.
The New York Nation derides the Democrats choice of Greeley as a historic error likening it to the herd rushing into the sea as biblical devils enter men. The piece labels the nomination as an act that would overwhelm a great organization and echoes a sensational biblical parallel.
At the coronation 8 000 priests attended the rites and the eating and drinking lasted three days. The king remained in the banqueting-room as crowds entered in relays of 400. The carnival ended only after 4 000 cattle and 400 hives of honey were consumed for hydromel.
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