Revered Rev Breckenridge remembered for extempo praise
From Our Own Correspondent recalls Rev Robert J Breckenridge born 1800 who led as pastor in Baltimore and Lexington, presided at Washington and Jefferson College, and debated without manuscript. He opposed secession, aided by strong patriotism, and influenced the old and new school factions within the Presbyterian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebert Breckenridge
D. D
Ll.d
Columbus
D. C
Presbyterian Church
W. C. Preston
U. S
South Carolina
Columbia
Breckenridge
Ifhem
Presbyterian Church of America
Gardner Spring
N. Y. City
Richard Fuller
Beaufort
Charles Finney
Oberlin
Ohio
RB. Matthews
Monmouth
Ill
J. Breckenridge
Clay
Calhoun
Webster
Presbyterian General Assembly
New Orleans
Niagara Falls
Robert J Breckenridge
Baltimore
Lexington
Washington and Jefferson College
Cannonsburgh
Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Danville
G. F. Buck
R. Jy Breckenridge
Montecello
Jefferson
Jnc. C. Breckenridge
U.S
Lincoln
J. I. Thornwell
Garfield
J. A. Garfield
BR. J. Breckenridge
Robert
Nes
John
Hughes
Centre College
Theological Seminarone
Gould
Bret
Ieichae
Breckenridges
Alolsters
Uccle
Robert Wac
Joba
Shana
Congress
John C
Afexico
Aince Robert
R. J
J. C
Europe
Court of Common Pleas
Phen
Episcopal Church
BR. J
Geneva
John Knox
Ife
Christ
Frank Doyle’s California Journey Narrated in Letters
A traveler recounts a cross country trip from Tecumseh to California in 1870s style prose. He details train routes from Topeka and La Junta to Los Angeles, stops with the Campbells in Topeka, mining towns in Arizona, dramatic desert scenes, antelope wildlife, and a stay in San Francisco with mentions of a mansion built by Moffitt and a passing of Mr. Mavay. He notes California climate, Chinese labor presence, and reflections on life and prospects in Nebraska and Illinois.
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Mre
Mra
C. B. Campbell
Peoria County
Mrc
State House
Campbell
Roek Californi
Topeka
Kansas
U.S
la Junta
Col
New Mexico
Bhoy
Deming
Atrea
Demin
Arizona
Moen
Wes
Los Angeles
New Hall
Santa Barbara
Han Ol
Hall
Blood
Rho
California
Np Rived
Teast
Col. Greeley
Jandte
Ae Reighton
Nebraska
Offerpatie
Jones
Ebraska
Prairie Cyclone Clears With No Major Damage
The letter from FRANK DOYLE describes a cyclone passing within a quarter mile, causing minor effects nearby. Fences and sheds were torn six miles away, a threshing machine damaged, and a calf carried a short distance, with crops and gardens thriving nearby. He notes good land, abundant peaches, and a lively, hopeful rural community despite the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juigois
Robert
Jones
Frank Doyle
Dakota letter outlines life and prospects in Dell Rapids area
D J Shriver from Sparland writes Henry Republican about his 1 April shipment to Lane Island and on to Dell Rapids Dakota. He notes low rail rates, a growing wheat setback, shift to corn and stock raising, and a planned home building amid pink granite quarries. He praises the local climate soil and prospects, mentions coal prices, and identifies common surnames among settlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
Henry Republcan
Deut Ravros
D.T
Sparland
Illnois
Dell Rapids
Towa Te
Rapids
Bowet
Eeaese
Ang
Daota
Sabie
Parland
Peole
Osborns
Riddall’s
Blackmones
Seamans
Parkere
Marshalla
Thompsons
Sam
D. J. Shriver
Washington Territory described by George Merdian from Vancouver
In a May 5 letter from Vancouver, Clark County, Washington Territory, George Merdian discusses the two climatic zones separated by the Cascades, winter freezes, rainfall patterns, and the absence of severe storms. He notes high yields of wheat, prune orchards with large fruit, timber resources of fir and cedar, shipbuilding timber use, and rising land prices near markets, with homesteading opportunities inland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Merdian
Vancouver, Clark Co
W. T
Tilinota
Washington Territory
Henry Republican
Washington
Dame Ag
Dipola
Co Neetinas
Othels
California
Coumbia River
Vancouver
Vancouver and Portland Steamboat Route Details
The Vancouver river route lies on the north bank of the Columbia, six miles from Portland, Oregon by land and seventeen by water. Daily steamboats operate between Vancouver and Portland with morning departures at eight and returns at five. The Columbia River at Vancouver is thirteen and a half miles wide. The salmon fishing season began April 1 and thousands are caught nightly, with fish weighing 10 to 70 pounds. Nearby lakes host ducks, geese, and swans in spring, fall, and winter. Bears and deer are common ten miles from Vancouver, and grouse and pheasants are abundant in the surrounding area. Respectfully, George Meridian.
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Poever Beenn
Ray Wartede
Oyett
sVanncouver
Columbia River
Portland
Orexon's
St Presen
Columbia
Vancouver
Kewanee District ME Church Meeting at Toulon
The Kewanee District Association of the M E church met at Toulon on Monday May 22. Rev M A Head of Galva preached the opening sermon. On Tuesday the association organized with Elder J P Forsyth as president and Rev E Keene as secretary. Ministers preached short sermons and discussed topics including Faith Inter mediate State of the Dead and Duty of the Church to Young Converts. A missionary meeting followed with Rev W W Wooley of Buda delivering the address and readings by Miss Breckenridge, Miss Mary Christy, and Mrs M W Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
MM. EB
Kewanee
M. E
Toulon
M. A. Head
Galva
J. P. Forsyth
E. Keene
L.W. Webber
Lafayette
M. W. Smith
Victoria
S. W. Locke
Atkinson
J. W. Hogan
Lawn Ridge
D. T. Wilson
D. G._ Stouffer
T. J. Wood
Nendnasat
Mexico
Mary Christy
M.W Smith
Victoia
Crop and Livestock Statistics for Marshall County
The county reports include rainfall and temperature gaps due to no meteorological observer. Winter wheat above average, corn in first hands, meadows healthy, pastures poor from April cold. Fruit trees damaged by frost. currants and gooseberries killed. Sowed crops good for plow and planting, cattle and hogs down, sheep and horses up. apples pears and peaches damaged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Inois
Marshall County
Ohce
Ptate Board of Agriculture
Prlogield
Neaoasary
Osta
Plum Crop Protection and Notable Local Obituary
The report cites farmers Billing Myers and Reavy using props and fencing to protect heavy plum trees from damage, reducing insect impact for seasons. Enoch Emory, Peoria journalist and longtime public servant, dies after long illness. noted as a kind husband and father and former postmaster city councilman. Also mentions upcoming train runs from De Nene to Sheldon and July plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enoch Emory
Jovrnalist
Peoria
Republican Party
Card Board and Papers Offered at Low Rates
Job Ecintina advertises a large stock of card board papers and printing items for weddings parties and business use. It lists posters handbills circulars envelopes and selling materials with varied colors sizes and finishes and promises prompt abroad orders at low prices.
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Hassuet
Ladien
Walla
Nis
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J. D. Pipper
ViInola Horticultural Society
Daniel Billing
Peter Myers
Anton Reavy
Henry
Warren
Thomas Lowe, Jr., & Son
THOS
Lowe Jr.,& Son
National Bank
Postoffice
Deajorin
Ster
Goraian Fire Insurance
C. B. Smith
Foed Stable
eRea
Hope Br
O. B. Smith
Joseph Kapraun
Henry, Il
Iit
Wilsee
Tate Tel Torist
Parxex
Parker
Brad
Mico & Cob
Colocne
J.E
Jesewarey Tecseware
Singer Sewing Machine
Bowareo
Snyder's Harness
FO Ondersmith
Ryar
Warerom
South
Washington Street
Ceatin
Hasg
ZH. Temple
Bank
Ordota
H.J. Granburg
JO. Eessy
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