27 May 1863
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Newspaper
The Portage County Democrat
Location
Ravenna, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1863
Page
1
Poem excerpt reflects longing for heavenly reunion. Repeats questions about recognizing loved ones in the afterlife and the welcomed presence of angels and spirit friends. Describes angel voices, bright faces, and eternal reunion, ending with assurance of knowing each other there.
A medieval tale recounts Rabbi Raschi seeking his Paradise companion and arriving in Barcelona to encounter Abraham ben Gerson. The palace setting, charity, and a wedding contract reveal themes of wealth piety and the dream of shared eternity.
A Portage County Democrat paper from Ravenna Ohio on May 27 1863 prints a rebel captain's letters from March describing siege fears scarce clothing and supplies for his family. He requests goods and letters for his wife children and kin while recounting battlefield scenes near Baton Rouge including a Mississippi river vessel explosion and naval bombardment.
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