Day of Fasting Observed Citywide After Lincoln Assassination
Citizens in the county united in a day of devotion and prayer following President Lincoln's death. Churches held services and public meetings with addresses by leading figures as merchants and banks closed in respect, reflecting solemn national reflection and calls for unity and peace.
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Observances Mark National Fast Day Across City Churches
The city held solemn services in multiple churches amid mourning for President Lincoln. Clergy preached on duty, sacrifice, and national unity, praising Lincoln’s leadership and denouncing slavery. Pentecost observances and memorials included sermons from Dr. Tyng, Rev. Lyons, and others, with community prayers for guidance and reconciliation.
Lincoln Oration Praises Quiet Strength and Unity
The speaker lauds Abraham Lincoln's enduring will and serene leadership. He contrasts Lincoln's firm but gentle force with popular applause, noting the nation mourns as government strains. The Storrs oration is described as a logical eloquence honoring Lincoln's life and legacy. Public mourning followed in the Eastern District with suspended business and church attendances.
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The Day to Jersey City Observed Uproar Quiet Streets
President Johnson’s recommendation led to a widely observed day in Jersey City with churches holding services and large crowds in the streets. The day passed with calm, orderly behavior as public trains ran sparsely on the New Jersey line.
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Day in Hoboken Sees Quiet Street Activity
Hoboken commerce largely calm with main avenues open and crowds arriving from New York for a day of leisure at the bounty. No notable disorder reported as thousands visited, enjoying the city without incident.
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Public observance in Baltimore and Boston on President's death
In Baltimore and Boston on June 1 16 the day saw a total suspension of business. Churches were open and public commemorations marked by draped buildings and solemn processions. The Handel and Haydn Society performed moorings while Sumner delivered a eulogy. services closed with benediction.
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Launch of the light draft monitor Cohoes at Greenpoint port
The last light draft monitor Cohoes was launched at Greenpoint around Ken o'clock p m. The vessel measures 603 feet long with a 45 foot beam and 11 feet depth of hold, carrying one turret and two heavy guns. Intended as a variant of a 20 ship class, it follows alterations to add decks raising 22 inches and costs quoted around 820,000 dollars. The Navy reports its launch amid congressional funding debates and notes the ship will be towed to the Puritan yard for fitting. The report also lists officers aboard the steamship Flambeau and crew details en route from Charleston May 22.
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