19 Jun 1862
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Newspaper
Indiana Democrat
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1862
Page
1
The notice advertises printing and job services including hand bills labels and cards. It lists terms for payment and durations such as one dollar with options for two dollars per year, and mentions printing work for various items with a focus on prompt, satisfactory service.
A fragmented social verse laments modern courtship changing from traditional rituals to flashy, noisy displays. The speaker longs for the old ways of courting, the parlor, the white knot, and late-night fireside hours, contrasting them with current youth and their new fads.
A preacher known as Uncle Bob inspired by a crowded service tries to continue after bees nest beneath a pulpit. While gesticulating, a bee stings him, provoking laughter from youths. He orders the meeting dismissed but vows to stay if a bumblebee remains, then another sting ends the scene as the crowd roars.
The narrative recounts fierce fighting at the Chickahominy with Casey's six thousand troops holding against a much larger Confederate force. Union batteries and infantry, including the Ninety-second New York and the Fourth New York regiments, repelled repeated assaults, but Casey finally relinquished the field as reinforcements arrived. The Sunday and Monday fighting saw heavy casualties, but Union forces, aided by Gen. McClellan, held sections of the line and began to recover the camp.
Proceedings show ANTHONY and SUMNER opposing a proposed slave tax. DOOLITTLE and GOWAN argue it violates the Constitution, while WELMOT and WADE defend its constitutionality. Speakers condemn attempts to tax slaves, framing it as a threat to union and revenue.
In a tense session, critics attack a Pennsylvania Senator for lecturing the Senate while defending his right to hold firm views. Wade and Cowan trade barbs over constitutional tax implications, with debate on taxing slaves and ages under ten or over sixty-five. The tax bill passes after extended discussion, while a Des Moines report notes sweeping Democratic victories in Iowa city elections.
A moral essay argues that spoiling children by giving in to every wish breeds selfish adults. True generosity lies in enforcing duties, self-denial, and steady practice of virtues. It contrasts good and bad parenting, urging long term benefits over short term indulgence. It reflects on public virtue and character from early home life.
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