The Ledger of Life and Gettysburg Valor
A long excerpted editorial narrative recounts Asa Boox-Keeper and a dream of an angel listing life’s debts, then shifts to Civil War era telegraphs praising Governor Seymour’s prompt troop deployment, Stanton’s thanks, and the impact on Gettysburg. It includes political defense for Seymour and Blair, debates over party unity, and a letter from J R Doolittle urging victory and peace through constitutional restoration.
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Cee
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Stanton
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Vasaivoros
Sprague
Gettysburg
Stanton Agsin
Army of the Potomac
Lee
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O. H. Ostrander
Danville
Srn
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Radical
Bull Run
United States
Brazil
Supreme Court
Senate
New York
Sepotlions
Newers
Pennsylvanna
Pennsylvania
Blair
Camp Jackson
Missouri
Secession
J. R. Doolittle
Patriotism in Lincoln era letters defend Governor Seymour
Extracts defend Governor Seymour against Radical charges of disloyalty. The piece cites Seymour’s January 1863 inaugural message urging unity, quick constitutional alignment, and support for the Union. A October 1863 proclamation urges voluntary aid to troops, rejecting forced conscription, and notes New York citizens volunteering in regiments and armies in defense of the Union.
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Seymour
New York
South
Gov. Seymour
Stanton
Virginia
Lee
Maryland
Demoralization of the Jacobins Stevens Deserting
A mid nineteenth century column notes growing discontent with the Abolition party amid financial policy splits. It highlights Thad Stevens’s defection from the party line on funding bonds and the New York versus Chicago platform clash. The piece frames Stevens as a fallen leader and signals the party’s unraveling. The Crisis editorial tone emphasizes the GOP and abolition fault lines and predicts doom for the party.
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Abolition Party
Tharty
Thad
Ramp Congress
Illinois
Mr. Ross
New York
Ross
Rose
Chicago
Pike
Mr. Stevens
Lilcois
Ponnin
Rank Blair
Coun
Prank Blair
Jon Faank Bain
Seymour
Thad. Stevens
Asediss
Fant
Radical taxes seize one third of workers time
The excerpt argues radical laws absorb one third of the nation's labor to fund government expenses. It claims workers lose four hours daily to state needs, leaving six hours for their families while four hours benefit the governing class.
Deficiency Bill Allocates Half Million for Destruction Work
A Treasury item in the deficiency bill sets aside about one half million dollars for what it calls reconstruction but is described as destruction work. The line item emphasizes funding for extensive rebuilding or demolition related tasks amid budget debates.
Tar city of Paris owes 96000000 in gold
A historic note states that the city of Paris owes ninety six million dollars in gold, reflecting a financial obligation or debt record from the era.
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United States
Nomination of Dr John Sans for County Office Noted
Readers laud Dr John Sans as a lifelong Democrat of honesty and ability fit to represent Gallia County in Congress. A serenade by the Great American Circus band accompanied his nomination, with townsfolk across political lines praising his uprightness and widespread support predicted.
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Reo Ee
Coo
John Saons
Sanas
Gallia
Saturday Night of Sorrow and Homeward Hope
A reflective plea urges readers to return to their families after a tragic week. It laments lost loved ones and broken promises, urging toil-worn individuals to seek comfort at home and strive to be better in the wake of hardship and funerary quiet. The piece emphasizes the healing power of family and the solemn pace of a grieving Saturday night.
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Earth
Dutch Police Notice Warns Against Mud Throwers on Hague Street
A group of youths threw mud at well dressed pedestrians on a fashionable Hague thoroughfare. The intendent of Police issued a notice urging aggrieved citizens to wear their shabbiest garments to remove causes of offense. The compromise outcome was not announced.
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Hague
Minnesota Winnebagoes and Removal Hardship Reported
A historical note describes the Minnesota Winnebagoes removed to the Upper Missouri and placed on barren land. They faced wood shortage and destitution, receiving only limited lumber and supplies. The narrative mentions a commissioner going to Washington in 1846 for a treaty, and a strong resentment toward Andrew Jackson. It claims over 800 tribe members faced starvation on the Upper Missouri.
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Upper
Missouri
Washington
Andrew Jackson
Round Lady Singers Thanks At Quiet Reception
A round lady with the right reverend prelate endured a coy resistance before being led to the piano. She sang poorly, yet the audience expressed thanks through a brave speaker who crossed the room and praised her effort with a courteous smile, saying they would know how to respond another time.
White House Encounter Describes Mrs Lincoln at Sewing
While visiting the White House for a project, I found Mrs Patterson sewing at a machine, a novel sight to me the White Mrs Lincoln. I do not recall ever seeing her with a needle in her hand.
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King
White House
Patterson
Lincoln
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