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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1894
Page
3
Reader letters debate Robert G. Ingersoll's abilities and sincerity focusing on his intellect, impact, and public persona. Supporters praise his oratory and reformist ideas while critics question consistency and motives in public life.
The long OCR fragment recounts Colonel Ingersoll’s interviews and public remarks. It cites his debates on religion, Calvin, and Luther, his influence on Republican rhetoric, and anecdotes about meetings with officials and journalists. The piece alternates between quoted dialogue and narrative digressions, capturing a period newspaper reader’s impression of his oratory and public persona.
A nineteenth century obituary note marks the ninety year milestone of a key temperance pioneer, highlighting his long public service and influence on reform.
A historical recount traces the birth of the Maine Law on prohibition. It covers Neal Dow’s push, the 1850s conflict over banning liquor, the 1855 Ram Riot in Portland, and Dow’s role in enforcing restrictions during the Civil War era.
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