Lincoln Portraits of Courage and Irony in War
The Springfield Republican recalls Abraham Lincoln as tender yet firm, praising his equity toward soldiers and his decisive actions. It recounts scenes from his restraint with deserters, mercy to prisoners, and sharp irony in matters of religion and loyalty. The piece notes Lincoln’s role in emancipation and the McClellan letter incident that spurred the proclamation.
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McClellan
Gen. McClellan
Mr. Lincoln
Stanton
Lincoln
Gen. Blair
Harrison
Washington
Gen
Blair
Frank
Vaux
Philadelphia
Connecticut
Frank P. Blair
Missouri
Richard Vaux
Frank Blair
President
Hardin County
Kentucky
Abe
Indiana
Farmington
Coles County
Springfield
Iimmcoln
Washington and Lincoln in American History
The article contrasts Washington and Lincoln as the era’s greatest figures. Washington defended independence and formed the federal union, while Lincoln fulfilled the promise of union and liberty for all, declaring the nation indivisible and seeking to save the Union during war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Lincoln
England
America
Fragmentary nation pledge fragment hints at freedom phrase
Fragmentary OCR text references a nation under God and the idea that government of the people by the people shall not perish, indicating a historical pledge or civic statement with missing portions. The readable words imply democratic ideals and preservation of freedom.
Lincoln and the Widow Remembered
A Harper's Round Table piece on Abraham Lincoln highlights a touching wartime act. Lincoln, worn but steadfast, grants release orders to two of a widow's sons losing one to war and saving the other with a humane gesture. The anecdote underscores his sympathy and leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abraham Lincoln
Harper's Round Table
Lince
Lincoln
La Porte Texas to Open Seaport Amid High Interest
The article notes La Porte Texas, bordered by the Gulf, plans a public opening February 14 to 17, showcasing a new deep water seaport amid brisk northern and Texas interest. It mentions the American Land Co and regional travel agents handling inquiries, plus assorted ads and notices.
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la Porte
Texas
Reater
Mexican Gulf Coast
Gulf
American Land Co
Madison St
Chicago
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Springfield Republican
Army of Humanity
Vicksburg
Jesse
Board of Military Martinets
Washington and Lincoln
Lincoln and the
Ndranna
California
Arizona
Mexico
W. G. Neimyer
Western
Southern Pacific Co
Clark St
W. H. Connor
Chamber Commerce
Cincinnati
Ohio
W. J. Berg
Ellicott Sq
Buffalo
N. Y
Lucas Courir
J. Cheney
Cata
F. J. Ca
Ness
Toledo
Hall
Sons
Sinclair Shabbs
Boston
HH. Green'e
Groves
Stustes
March
Joo Drors
Castoria
New York
Pinkham
Ponder
Ham
Becky
Wisker
Winslow
Belts
40Th Ave
Denver
Pivo
Ptics
Bears
Castor
Haswell Drug Co
Western Agents
Colo
Bosan Occ
Pellatelotta
H. H. Greei
Box E
Atlanta
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