Lincoln's 64 Vice President pick Johnson after careful moves
The article traces Lincoln's covert push to nominate war Democrat Andrew Johnson for VP in 1864. It details Cameron's role, Hamlin's defeat, and Lincoln's strategic aim to rally insurgent states, prevent foreign recognition of the Confederacy, and secure aUnion victory through careful, behind the scenes diplomacy.
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Lincoln
Hamlin
Butler
Dix
Dickinson
Johnson
Holt
General Butler
US 64
Cameron
Monroe
Wiliam H. Armstrong
Pennsyvania
Johnnson
Patrional
Hinsek
Tennessee
Guidfore
Johosem
Louih Fens
Arkansas
West
Nceia
Iis Party
Congress
Aed
Baltimore
Lucoin
Louisiana
Electhea
Uisiana
Teenesere
Heeols
McClellan
Lievern
Hetard
Senate
Republic
Washington
Hamill
Andrew Johnson
Nolice
Union
England
France
Confederacy
Hemlin
Judge Pettis
Pennsylvania
Eye Burnt by Hot Steel in Hubbard Mill
Samuel Murphy, working at the Hubbard Ohio rails mill, was struck in the eye by molten steel. The metal burned a pea sized patch over the pupil and threatened loss of the eye. A local friend recommended Dr Sadler at 604 Penn Avenue who treated him at home day and night. After care the eye nearrly healed and he could see to recognize people.
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Seward
Weed
Lincoln
Baltimore
Dickinson Bestew
New York
Hamlin
Johnson
Swett
Lamon
Illinois
Holt
Gwett
McClure
Cameron
Janus
Deckroth
B. C. Christy
Harriet Nelson
Allegheny City
James Nelson
James
Nelson
Ewing
Hubbard, O
Samuel Murphy
Sadler
Penn Avenue
Thornton Bros Advertises Discount Chenille Covers
Thornton Bros at 128 Federal St Allegheny proclaims cut prices on chenille covers with 6 4 size offered at 690. The same item is priced at 125 in Pittsburg and 1 elsewhere in Allegheny. Storm silk or habit cloths shown at 140. 54 inch bleached table linen 29 cents. 54 inch linen colors offered at 115. Daily papers filled with ads, but their prices aren’t cut like theirs.
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Thornton Bros
Federal St
Allegheny
Pittsburg
Large Black Dress Goods Purchase Lands in New York
800 pieces of black dress goods sought a buyer for spot cash in New York. A large importer sent money to a foreign manufacturer and sold at 50c on the dollar. The Cash Store advertises fast sale to clear stock and reach a new counter this week. Economy Renovating Company offers pressing and repairs for wraps jackets and others.
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New York
Eny
Common Pleas dockets list multiple cases and parties
A large Common Pleas docket lists numerous cases across divisions one to three, naming defendants and plaintiffs such as Hawk, Anderson, Ruepple, Bauman, Dickey, Davidson, Gillespie, Pittsburg Natural Gas, Allegheny Western Railway, Central Traction, Murphy, Bowman, Neal, Hall, Riddle, and others. The Criminal Court entry covers Commonwealth v Henry Acklin and George Morris for murder, with several named individuals referenced in the proceedings and estate listings including A Thomas Boyle and others.
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Hawk
Anderson
Ruepple
Bauman Et al
Dickey, Jr
Fargic
Meek
Liddell
Davidson
Gillespie
Pittsburg Natural Gas Company
Allegheny Weag Company
O'Brien
Burress Et al
Daley Et al
Murphy Et al
Bowman
Central Traction Company
Neal
Hall & Co
McCleane & Co
Havy
Thomas
Coon
White
Murphy
Mahy
Halzer
Pleasant Valley
Meny
Burdwell
W. &. Passenger Railway Company
Pennock
Hepply & Hoff
Luce
A1 J Traction Company
Moran
Lygard
Common Pleas
Buarnes Bros
Lim
Elbourne
G. B. Hilands
Jenkinson Et al
Eteen
Allegheny Valley Erailroad Company
Herman Va Jackson & Bro
Grimoth
Black Et al
Erelberger
Ene Valley Railroad Company
Et Criminal Court—Commonwealth
Henry Acklin
George Morris
Jerry Buckley
Sharpsburg
Thomas Tobin
Patrick Conwell
Richard Jeffry
Mr Peer
Catharine Hester
Gera
Frank Bowers
Briscoe Credits Doctors Copeand Hall With Relief
Timothy Briscoe of Negley Pennsylvania says his chronic cold and cough worsened over years. After medical attempts failed, he consulted Drs Cope land and Hall who relieved his trouble and earned his recommendation.
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Mr. Tistothy Briscoe
Negley, Pa
Cure Fads Criticized by Patient and River Man
A patient dismissed as cured describes stopping treatment early and relapse after doctors urged prolonged care. L. E. Brand, a river man, notes cures take two to four months for catarrh and warns against overpromising. The piece also includes a statement from William T. Pull about five years of untreated trouble.
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Althey
L. E. Brand
Our Sixth Street Window Hails Xmas Faces Pottery
OLE OUR free WINDOW invites shoppers to view a vast 1891 Christmas display of art pottery bric a brac candelabra bronzes statuary and more. The window offers a birdseye view of treasures collected from distant quarters and promises a two week sale ahead.
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Pittsburg
All our pretty handsome One Dollar Umbrella Stands
A short price sale notice highlights affordable umbrella stands offered at one dollar each. The ad markets decorative yet practical stands, emphasizing their style and value for customers seeking inexpensive home decor.
Our Cloak Room Specialties Hammers and No Mistake
A brisk sale advertisement lists 30 inch Chev ron Reefers with shawl collar and gimp ornaments at $8, reduced to $4.98 this week. High end Chevrot Reefers trimmed with Astrakhan go for $9.98. children's Angora muffs 24c. Russian hare muffs 24c. seals and collars from $1.24 to $2.74. Coats, wrappers, and undergarments priced to clear with seasonal discounts.
Ladies Underwear Special This Week At Low Prices
Advertises women’s undergarments with ribbed wool Jersey items described as very special, offering underwear now priced at 89 cents each from a prior price of 1.38 dollars. Contains repeated phrasing and promotional emphasis.
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Lamb
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