General Cox's Oberlin Speech in August at Oberlin College
An Augsburg era transcript recalls General Cox addressing a large crowd at Oberlin College, urging unity and constitutional allegiance. He reflects on the Civil War, the dangers of state sovereignty, and the nation’s path to restore the Union, emphasizing patriotism over secessionist doctrines.
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Virginia
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Soward
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Atiba
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Kentucky
North-west
United States
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North Carolina
Cormid Avi Ie
Union speech ties slavery end to reconstruction effort
In a Lancaster Gazette reprint, a Unionist speaker argues slavery must end across the United States, praising loyal troops from Tennessee and Kentucky who fought for the Union. He defends suffrage debates, notes distrust of reimposing Southern tyrants, and asserts a national approach to Reconstruction and civil rights, including a proposed constitutional path. The talk closes with strong applause and questions on black enfranchisement and state rights.
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Washinngton
Vatley Wforge
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Chattanorga
Tennessee
Kentucky
Western Reserve
Union
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Pacific
Bould
South
Secretary of Way
Union State Convention
Colored Peramtsion
Olio
Ohio Governor Brough Dies After Long Illness
Aug. 29 memo from Cleveland traces Governor John Broughs career from Marietta birth in 1811 through publishing the Cincinnati Enquirer and Bellefontaine Railroad leadership. It notes his private Christian faith, public service, and a farewell scene with doctors and advisers as Ohio mourns. The piece also records Lieutenant Governor Anderson's oath as acting governor and funeral arrangements for the late leader. It includes a contemporaneous account of Confederate prison conditions and a Senate inquiry into Andersonville, detailing sufferings, rations, and punishments.
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Marietta
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England
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Parkersburg
Marietta Republican
Jackson
Lancaster
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Ohio Senate
Fairfield
Caroline Nelson
Columbus
Cincinnati Enquirer
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Proclamation on Governor Brough's Death by Ohio
Proclamation by the Governor of Ohio proclaiming a day of mourning for Governor Brough. Calls on citizens to cease daily pursuits and close businesses from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Sunday of September for solemn reflections and public recognition of the departed leader's service and virtues.
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Ohio
Campaign Gazette subscription drive for state election
Campaign notes urge informed voters and propose a three month Gazette campaign for fifty cents paid in advance. Calls for a robust list of subscribers at every post office. Encourages readers to act as agents and subscribe early. Mentions Saratoga hotel capitol table guests valued at a large amount and promotes the Lanzaaite Ge rete.
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