Emancipation views and Lincoln legacy cited in 19th century echoes
The article reviews Lincoln's stance on slavery and equality, quoting his remar ks from the Lincoln Douglas debates and a Columbus speech. It critiques modern partisans for misusing his name, and contrasts his constitutional approach with radical plans. It also references Johnson’s presidency and Webster’s warnings about abolitionists power.
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Lincoln
Douglas
Odtawa
Columbus
South
Butlers
Brevenses
Binghams
Ashleys
The Failure of Southern Colonization
A critique of Southern colonization efforts and their collapse, detailing disillusionment among settlers and the toll on families. The piece references Texas, Honduras, and colonial ventures, urging readers to stay home and avoid pursuing unsteady schemes. It cites a Brownsville account of failed Texan colony at Tumbadero and warns Louisiana readers against pursuit of dubious ventures.
Wanted Woman Seeks Husband With Home Skills
Classified notice reads a bachelor seeks a capable woman to share life. He wants a wife who has a bed, a coffee skillet, can cut out a shirt, and knows how to take care of children. He offers marital services until death parts them.
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Lincoln
Johnson
Condolences Granted For Local Bereavement
A notice expresses sincere condolence on the death of a local woman, noting her spouse and relatives and friends who mourn her loss. The message emphasizes sympathy from the bereaved relations and friends.
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Asylum
X Onieaney
Be In New
Public Sale Under Court Order Parish Auction
Public sale ordered by the Honorable 8th Judicial District Court of Louisiana Calcasieu Parish. On Saturday March 14, 1868 at the auction of the property of Cannon, deceased, in this parish, 100 feet of assorted property will be sold to the highest bidder or their agent.
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Cthioe
Department of of We
Lorenzo ‘Thomas
Roms Ee
Army
Bebeughon
Fes
Nelnar
8Th Judicial District Court of
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Calcasieu
Pete Yy
Sollemieg
Aer Cannon
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Besa
Mexico
Brownsville
Tumbadero
Honduras
Jenkin
N. O. Picayune
James N. Cannon
Vente Publique
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