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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1872

Page

2

The Cry of the Children on School Hours

The New York Independent argues for shorter school days arguing four hours indoors, citing health and efficiency. It notes German and some U.S. schools have adopted this and urges reform toward educating the non prodigy majority.

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Remembering the Civil War in a Quitman editorial

The Quitman Review laments lingering Northern atrocities memory and urges respect for Confederate sacrifices. It condemns political endorsement of Union acts, cautions against praising the North and vows reverence for fallen Confederate soldiers, invoking the Cincinnati Baltimore platform.

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Interesting Discoveries of Idaho Geological Expedition

Fort Hall Idaho letters describe a half mile deep exploration toward the Yetoms a volcanic crater with basaltic rock and siliceous sandstone formation. Professor Bradley interprets a submerged basalt flow forming volcanic sandstone while noting Xenilworth Castle shaped rocks and Snake River view near Kenilworth as the party surveys the landscape and contemplates the Pacific connection.

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Castle Walls Hold Ancient Rock Carvings and Hunt Imagery

The narrator studies carvings on a soft rock castle wall depicting buffaloes elk horses deer and warriors. Hieroglyphs connect the figures to illustrate a historical event. Though attributed to savage artists, the carvings resemble masters and seem recent, based on rock structure and preserved details.

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The Nation on the Decline of Greeley’s Candidacy

The Nation assesses the fading Greeley movement amid a lull in the canvass and Louisville Convention buzz. Critics note lack of momentum, possible impact if Charles OConor were nominated, and Grant’s rising favorable reception as Greeley’s prospects fade. Moses Bigelow’s quip at seaside envy reflects public sentiment.

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Republican Party Platform of 1872 National Convention

The National Republican Convention in Philadelphia on June 5 and 6, 1872, reaffirms fidelity to former progress, praising civil rights, Union victory, payments to veterans, constitutional amendments, and a strong economy. It calls for equal rights regardless of race or color, civil service reform, tariffs, fiscal prudence, immigration protection, and a robust national defense while opposing repudiation and monopolies. It emphasizes support for freedmen, veterans, and American commerce, with a stance against alien allegiance claims and urging generous pensions and continued national unity.

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