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Newspaper
Ripon Weekly Times
Location
Ripon, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1862
Page
1
Poem recalls the Swiss at Sempach with Winkelried as a heroic figure. It frames the pledge against tyranny, the breaking of Austrian spear hedges, and the call for future leaders to emulate Winkelried’s fearless sacrifice for liberty. The piece blends historical legend with a call for courage and national unity.
A long narrative describes General McClellan's sleep vision in which Washington appears, guiding him to read a living map of the nation from the Atlantic to the Mississippi. The text frames the prophecy as divine providence, urging unity, national destiny, and the Republic's survival through perilous times.
A courtroom scene shows a defendant pressing for fairness while confronting a judge and clerks, amid repeated racist remarks and alleged coercion. The transcript captures claims of bias, appeals to habeas corpus, and the tension of 19th century legal proceedings regarding race.
A meditation on the transient nature of family life and the hope of reunion after death. It argues that earthly connections dissolve with the grave but faith guarantees a restored circle in heavenly bliss, offering consolation about loss and enduring love.
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