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Springfield Springfield Leader in Springfield, Missouri

02 May 1878

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Springfield Springfield Leader

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Springfield, Missouri, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1878

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Old Settlers and Civil War Era Tales in Springfield

A long, scattered excerpt recounts pioneer Pettijohn migrations to Missouri, early White River settlements, and a vivid Richmond wartime tale of a female-led plunder in the capital. It closes with Jefferson Davis and Captain Gay restoring order and a boy’s pride in his twelve year old son.

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Remarkable Georgia Senator Hill House Life and Career

Biographical sketch of Senator Ben Hill of Georgia detailing his birth in Georgia in 1523, family lineage from Ireland and Wales, early work on a farm, education at the University of Georgia, admission to the bar, and long career in law. Describes health, frugality, marriage to Holt of Athens, and his children. Includes praise of his appearance, demeanor, and character.

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Murderous Tragedy Sparks Pursuit in Union Township

A violent fatal shooting unfolds in Union Township near Solomon Johnson's farm. Solomon Mahoney is killed by Andrew Huddleston after a social interaction turns deadly. Witnesses describe a chaotic escape as authorities pursue the suspect, believed to be Chaney, a man from Washington County Arkansas with a wife. Police note a debt paid and a note left for Mrs Johnson before the suspect fled toward unknown counties.

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