Crisis of faith in a stale word The Weekly Echo
In this 1808 reflection the author laments the overuse of the word crisis, arguing the term has become meaningless until a pivotal moment reveals its true force. The piece contrasts political turmoil and public trust with warnings about radical actions and national peril, urging a real sense of responsibility before further upheaval. The writer cites Congress, Reconstruction debates, and the mood in Alabama as indicators of a nation at a turning point.
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Fatima
Congress of the United States
N. C. Times
Alcu -Tntat
Henderson
Alabama
Meir
Airey
Yorok Ps
Senate
The Radical and the Finances Reconstruction Bill
Baltimore Gazette correspondent reports on the fourth reconstruction bill with commentary on finances and delays. The brief mentions a Washington angle and notes advice or guidance being shaped for the measure amid political maneuvering.
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Washington
Baltimore Gazette
Mock-Heroic Southern Constitution Mocked in Richmond
A heated article derides Southern constitutional plans aimed at curbing foreign voting and limiting work hours for laborers. It portrays the negro as opposing toil while mocking emancipated classes and praising Jefferson and Madison, warning of severe social upheaval if reforms pass. The piece hints at reforms restricting residency and foreigners, and ridicules honorary degrees for black candidates while lamenting new names and whisky measures.
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Madison
Imperial Poulos
Hia Ades
Marmalade
Pete
Richmond
Hunnicutt
Virginia
Goldwin Smith
United States
Madibaser
M. Y. News
Medicine that heals everything sparks boot joke
A witty street exchange features a shopper asking what a medicine cures and the seller boasting it will heal anything. The customer quips he might buy a bottle to mend his boots, which need substantial help.
Masonic Resolutions on Death of Worthy Brother James N. Caxxey
Worshipful Master and brethren draft memorial resolutions honoring James N. Caxxey. They note the Grand Architect removed him from among us, pledge reverence, and resolve that the copy be sent to the deceased’s family with respect. The motion records that the resolutions were adopted.
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Take
James N. Caxxey
Amees N.es Seapee
Remor
Lake Charles Notice About Prosecution of Work
Lake Charles February 15 1908 director W H Kirkman announces an advisory effort to prosecute the work. Members Pers nitendi and Payau are listed as seabee Ds in the notice.
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Lake Charles
Will Pers Nitendi
Payau
W. H. Kirkman
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