Debating God in the Constitution and conscience rights
A Virginia writer argues for an amendment to recognize God in the national constitution. He contends the framers erred not binding government to God, warns of future attacks on Christian laws, and claims the nation should rest on divine authority while preserving conscience. He disputes claims of full legislative consideration and defends oath obligations under the existing framework.
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Samme
Juitat
Eal
Judiciary Committee
Congr
Massa
Duaily
Owens
Store Plunder Reported in Meidem, Moore & Coz Case
Casualties reported since last communication detail a Monday 30th incident where a Mesrs Meidem, Moore & Coz store was looted of over 200 dollars in goods. Items stolen included combs, pocket knives, ribbons, thread, calico, and fancy goods. A large boot filled with small shoes and trinkets was left on the counter, suggesting the thieves fled in haste from a school area.
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Mesrs Meidem, Moore & Coz
Local Jacksonville Notes April 6 1874 Trade Stable Morals Steady
A Jacksonville column from April 6 1874 reports steady trade for a town of its size and notes strong temperance sentiment. It highlights few drunken incidents, praise for adherence to morality, and mentions residents relocating as spring changes shift the local population. The piece references Belgium as a contrast and notes property and drug considerations without detailing precise figures or destinations.
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Iwell
Belgium
Imong
Dramshops
Bacchus
Local Presbyterian Anecdotes Reflect Town Improvement Mood
The fragment discusses a Presbyterian meeting or note showing a desire for civic improvement. It mentions transforming the town with neat, tasteful, attractive appearances and urges citizens to work earnestly to heed improvements. It reflects a community mindset and respectful correspondence.
Moonlit Civil War Scene at Chancelloraville Hall
The narrator recalls a May night at Chancelloraville where a campfire tale portrays the Civil War’s grim beauty. Moonlit shadows, whispers, and distant gunfire frame a vivid memory of Hooker and Gee’s clash, with Major guiding soldiers through terror and awe as the night yields to a brutal corpses-filled dawn.
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Old Fellows
Norris
Hooker
Gee
Chancelloraville
Scont
Thrilla
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Clymer Street
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EAD
Taylor & Moorhead
Ace ‘At Law
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U. S
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Philadelphia
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LAW
Blairstille
Ge L Gurningham
Attorney AT Law
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Catamerce Bis
Phila
Justice OF Tab: Peace
Seneral Collection
Berivener
Bosdenbamer's Row
Morouss
Duman
A, M. Torrench, E
Prp Yrician
Endieana, PA
South
Phildia
B.k.jamison
W. M. Stewart
JH. Bansnow
B. K. Jamison & Co
N. W. Cor
Third and Chestnut Streets
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Lowney
Marshall & Kline
R. R. Depot
Indiana, Pa
Fh ‘Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA
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Mortzazer
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DR. Cunningham
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Religious Amendment
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Chancellor Avilla
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