Natural and Supernatural Debate At Illinois Town Meeting
An 1880 Henry article recounts a dinner dialogue between a revivalist Woolescroft and a Scottish skeptic arguing natural religion over miracles. The exchange covers God, devil, piety, and virtue, with a long list of teachers certified in April 1880. Governors, taxes, and local anecdotes follow.
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Wool
Glasgow
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Island
Foe
Humanity
Woolescroft
Traveling money and politics in early American life
A speaker muses on the practicalities of currency and travel across states, contrasting old money practices with modern ease. He recalls a family journey to the old west and debates debt free states, expressing hopes for a governor who can manage the treasury and serve all citizens.
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Democratic Meeting With Thomas M Shaw At Bickerman Hall
Hon. Thomas M Shaw Democrat state senate candidate addressed voters at Bickerman Hall Thursday evening with Town wood presiding. The talk criticized Republican policy, defended Democrats, and praised Hancock. Critics doubted his vigor and audience verdict noted a lackluster performance.
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Wonderful Discovery Promises Quick Cure All Lung Ailments
Dr. Kings New Discovery touted as a universal remedy for consumption related diseases including coughs colds bronchitis hay fever asthma and chest pains. Advertisements claim world wide reputation and endorsements by physicians clergy and press with trial bottles at ten cents and full bottles at one dollar. A local post office break in is noted alongside other items including Liver Pad testimonials and a Georgia newspaper jab about ground squirrels and pole cats.
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