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Newspaper
The Weekly Echo
Location
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1868
Page
3
A garbled transcription shows a Times editorial fragment praising drastic measures against wrongdoing and urging collective punishment, contrasting cues from the Telegraph and Tribune. The excerpt references lethal imagery and a call to build a wall around a dog and leave it, reflecting harsh rhetoric.
The piece prints Gen Hancock’s letter praising constitutional liberty and civic service, with his reply reaffirming loyalty to Republican nominees and denouncing false press impressions. It notes his wartime fame, civilian work, and commitment to the country, dated July 13 1868 and July 17 1868 in St. Louis and New York.
A California vigilance committee publicly hanged a horse thief after claiming he fled the scene and disappeared on the road. Authorities reportedly did not intervene as the crowd delivered summary justice.
Lake Charlies Male and Female Institute announces opening on September first for a ten month term in the lower department of the Masonic Hall. The location is described as very suitable, away from the business part of town, with a full view of the principal's residence. August 29, 1868.
Probate court in Calosiea handles the estate of Miles Welch with Farah listed as executor or administrator. Details include filings, potential inventories, and deadlines for notices to heirs and creditors as required by local law. The matter reflects standard probate proceedings and administration steps.
In a sleeve suit McKead Sheriff seized property to satisfy two notes of 6900 each dated August 17 1868 and February 1 1869 with interest and prior mortgage terms. The sale aims to satisfy the balance due on promissory notes and the balance of the purchase price, under the sheriff's authority in Teeke County.
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