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Newspaper
Meigs County Telegraph
Location
Pomeroy, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1858
Page
4
A collage of humorous quips and anecdotes including puns about finances flights of fancy about wives and in laws, cartoonish misreadings, and a tall tale of a horse that ran away. The item mixes satire, linguistic play, and social quirks typical of a lively 19th century newspaper collage.
A stirring critique of the Lecompton episode and its lasting impact on national politics. The author argues slavery remains the central issue, with proslavery forces seeking expansion via Cuba and Mexico, threatening republican government. It warns that future Congresses and presidents will be judged by their stance on slavery expansion.
A shocking incident near Princeton details Mr. Elliow slaughtering bees and cows, leading his young granddaughter and a neighbor’s boy to a hollowed rope setup. In a grim play, he mocked timing and drew the girl up, causing fatal injuries. The act is blamed on a lapse of judgment during play.
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