Devens Speech Urges Republicans Stand for Honest Ballots
Massachusetts Attorney General Charles Devens addresses a large Indiana Republican gathering at the Court House yard in Muncie. He argues for national unity, defends the Republican record on currency and taxation, attacks Democratic opposition, and defends the idea of a fair ballot and strong national industry.
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Calonet Dudley
Dolin
Jack
Stpublican
James A. Garfield
Drancock
Greeley and McClellan
Gleancock
Rousing Civil War Era Political Rhetoric Encounter
Fragmentary speech reflecting Union loyalties and the valor of soldiers, praising past leaders like Lincoln and Grant while arguing for continued support of the party and its nominees. The speaker defends republican principles, warns against surrender, and honors volunteers over regular soldiers.
Change desired across factions in tense political note
A long list of groups and figures call for a political “change.” The piece cites Tammany, Denis Kearney, the Repudiators, White Liners, bounty-jumpers, ballot-box stuffers and others, plus references to Fort Sumter conspirators, Andersonville, and various parties. It critiques those who thwart reform and hints at National Democratic Committee concerns.
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Tammany
Syanto
Gracelon
Denis Kearney
Fort Sumter
Congress
Maine
Andersonville
Allany Evening Journal
Vision of Reformers Misfires in Ballot Maneuver
The writing criticizes Southern geniuses and ballot box fillers as overzealous for reconciliation and change. It argues Republicans should be satisfied with the political outlook, noting the hint of confidential authenticity in the remark.
Fragments Show Banter and Botany in Old Paper Snippet
A collage of quips and clippings from the era stirs with mock snippets about education and speech disguises. The text features snatches about a Cuban lady at Saratoga and a boyish botany-obsessed girl, ending with a comic line about the girl tearing a bag.
Baltimore Sailor Recounts Survival Aboard Ship Antioch
A Baltimore correspondent reports Billmire survived brain fever after being forced aboard the vessel Antioch under false charges of murder. Capt Weeks allegedly treated him well in Hong Kong and Victoria before reaching San Francisco. Billmire’s tale includes his son Harry Bulmire’s drowning and the family’s belief in his story.
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Weeks
Hong Kong
Billmire
Victoria
British Columbia
San Francisco
Harry Bulmire
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San Fancisco
Effect of Music Crimacal Professor and Patient Dialogue
A medical professor and students observe a patient who is a musician. The professor explains that fatigue of the respiratory system from playing percussion instruments may cause the illness. The patient identifies cymbals and a large drum as his instruments.
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Okolona
Lincoln
Booth
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