Lincoln Bible and mercy cross a Civil War tale
A Lincoln War Story recounts a tall officer atop the Washington Monument recalling 1862 battles around Sharpsburg and the Potomac. A wounded Alabama recruit received a Bible from a Union officer who turned out to be Abraham Lincoln, linking grace, faith, and endurance through captivity, recovery, and return to war.
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Washington Monument
Virginia
Maryland
Olr
Potomac
Lee
Richmond
Manassas
Cedar Mountain
Sharpsburg
Tenth
Alabama
Sylacauga
Talladega County
Ala
Darby
Wilco
Mahone
From the Front the Sentiment of Veterans and Letters
A veteran narrator lauds enduring sentiment as rare and vivid, using old soldiers and their keepsakes as vivid evidence. He recalls letters tied with yellow ribbons and cherished mementos such as sabers patches and a housewife’s kit, noting how a simple bag sparks stories of the home front and the war.
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Uncle Sam
Soldier's Fortunes and Wartime Attire Across Eras
A Swiss official and former German exile named Frey served as a farmhand near Middletown Ohio before a notable military and political life in Switzerland. The piece also notes Macaulay, Barbauld, and Walpole using traveler imagery about London bridges and St Pauls, plus a wartime uniform description detailing fatigue wear, sky blue trousers, and variations for mounted and infantry coats.
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Frey
John Gratwaold
Middletown
O. Frey
Germany
Gratwold
Illinois
Libby
America
Switzerland
Woodchopper
M. Frey
Cavalog
General George H. Thomas Tribute and Vignettes
A poetic sketch honors General George H. Thomas with lines on courage duty and patriotism. The verse lauds his decisive leadership across battlefields, portraying him as a steadfast protector of freedom. Also included are brief, quirky exchanges from Chicago News and a late night reminiscence about childhood fears.
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George H. Thomas
Tria
Thomas
Henry Clinton Parkhurst
The Substitute Who Chose Duty in War's Dark November
In a 1863 setting, Neil Weidman faces draft fate and tempation as he offers to take Mark's place. Amid a broke home, Kit and Mark weigh sacrifice, while Neil wrestles inner conflict and ultimately dies after standing by his choice.
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Mark
Kit
Neil
Neil Weidman
Sam
Nell
Weidmans
Dick Mosely
Mollie
Mark Weildman
Neil Weldman
Joe
Weill
Sheridan
Five Forks
Bittie
Nellie Goodby
Mark Weidman
Obscure Quote Echoes From Chicago Ledger Inconsistently
An aged woman named Nith Wt and a young matron Nelle are referenced in a garbled line from the Chicago Ledger. The inscription on a marble slab speaks of greater love having no man than to lay down his life for a friend, but the surrounding text is distorted and unclear.
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Abraham Lincoln
Calhoun
Feld
President Lincoln
Bri. Lincoln
Flg
Frederick
Fort Monroe
Sweet Home
Raitimore
Myself
Mother
God
A. Lincoln
Nelle
Clicago Ledger
Decisive Battles Through History and War Dress
A compact survey lists decisive battles from Marathon in 490 B C to Waterloo in 1815, noting key commanders and outcomes. It also recalls the Old Forage Cap worn by Union troops, describing uniform details and insignia, followed by a peace hymn and short culinary and linguistic anecdotes.
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Floyd
Sam
Meaning of Memorial Day in a Nation’s Remembrance
A Boston Transcript poem contemplates Memorial Day beyond flags and flowers. It honors the fallen from the blue and gray, urging reflection on past battles and the path to progress, while stressing shared mourning and patriotism across generations.
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Sons of the Blue
Sons of the
A Medley of Color in 1861 Parade Attire and War Dreams
Describes June 1 1861 uniforms of the Seventy-ninth New York Highlanders and other regiments headed to Washington. Noting kilts, tartans, jackets, and blue pants, the article contrasts parade dress with campaign wear and recalls Philip Kearny’s amputated hand and commanding presence. It laments hospital crowds and praises those who tended the wounded.
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Seventy-ninth
New York Highlanders
Washington
Elks
Duryee
New York
Massachusetts
Baltimore
Telephone Dating Gaffe Sparks Hilarious Quip From Bard
A Baltimore News column quotes a playful exchange about a husband and wife amid a telephone craze with wry witticisms on secrecy and flirtation. The scribbled banter underscores the era’s advertising mindset urging readers to be ready for campaigns.
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Shell
Baltimore News
Paul and Barnabas in Perga and Antioch Sermon
In Acts 13 The apostolic tour from Cyprus to Perga and Antioch unfolds with Paul preaching in the synagogue on the Sabbath about Israel’s exodus and Jesus resurrection. Gentiles respond with faith while Jews oppose, leading to a shift to the Gentiles and the word spreading through the region. The lesson emphasizes courage to proclaim salvation, the elect hearing and believing, and enduring persecution as part of early Christian mission.
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American Press Association
Paul
Barnabas
Therm
Stod
Cyprus
Perga
Joan Mark
Jerusalem
Antigeh
Pistia
Israel
Egypt
Jesus
Joe
Tates Paul
Mesaiah
Lot
Christ
Iconium
Luke
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Tincoln
Confederacy
Washington Post
Rox
Macaulay
New Zealand
London Bridge
Barbauld
Blackfriars Bridge
Horace Walpole
Lima
England
St. Paul’s
Borem
Chicago News
Jecny
Minteory
Marathon
Sedan
Lord Creasy
Steen
B. C
Metinder
Dutis
Artaphernes
Syracuse
Athoulang
Niclan
Demosthenes
Arbela
Alexander the Great
Darius Codomanus
Mataurus
Litvius
Nero
Handrubal
Hannibal
Arminius
Varus
Gaul
Chalons
Actius
Theodoric
Attila
Europe
Tours
Charles Martel
Abdurrahmnan
Tastings
William of Normandy
Barold II
Wagiind
Orleans
Joan of Arc
France
Blenheim
Marlborough
Prince Eugene
Tallard
Louis XIV
Pultown
Ozer Peter
Charles XII
Sweden
Saratoga
Gites
Burgoyne
United States
Valmy
Kellerman
Duke of Brunswick
Waterloo
Napoleon Bonaparte
Duke of Wellington
Napoleon
Gettysburg
Bresian
Napoleon III
the Republic
Ship of State
James Whitcomb Rlley
Maitre D’hotel
India
Mandalay
Bir
Ohio State Journal
Boston Transcript
Kearny
Philip Kearny
Mexico
Churubusco
Enerst
Narze
Rev DM
Edemma
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