National ill humor from English papers on American affairs
A miscellany column quotes The Times and Punch criticizing U.S. peace efforts and politics. It questions American wisdom, notes foreign observers’ doom-laden prophecies, and warns against underestimating domestic resilience amid debates over secession, democracy, and future conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
the Times
Athens
Rome
Paris
London Times
Omnium Bullion
The
Stock Exchange
Lord Runbymede
Cobden
Reny
Hans
Sistis
Richmond
Reconstruction policy in North Carolina proclamation debate
The article discusses President Johnson's North Carolina proclamation on reconstruction, noting military governors, nonrecognition of state governments, and limited enfranchisement of blacks. It cites Wendell Phillips and Charles Sumner, cites opposition from antislavery sources, and argues progressive gradualism while warning against rushed federal action. It also covers Boston and Massachusetts reactions and a May 11 visit by General Rosecrans.
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North Carolina
United States
Wendell Phillips
New England
Lincoln
Phillips
Nois
Charles Sumner
Abraham Lincoln
Boston
Ophir
Souster Sumner
Johnson
South
Jess
Carolina
Congress
Tribune
Phillips School
Oncw
Itn
Rosecrans
Representative Hall
State House
Roserans
Mexico
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Simon & Oppenheimer
Prepa
Beerus’ Block
Upper
Sandusky
Ohio
Coats & Vests
Bernissens
Schaffer
Glen
Lorule
Ogets Guganchgloobing
Jacob Scaffsr
Upper Sandurky
Bseneca County
Pocediatele
Rior
Abner Miebel
Ordie
Perems
Contesti
Sencowice
al Parte
Tiffie, Ohio
Advice Gratia
Sandwich Islands
Canada
Cuba
Terra Incognita
Terra del Fuego
Isles of the Brest
County of
Cork
Little Britain
Ritchie
York| Tribune
Cincinnati
Independenes
Sis
New York Tribune
Meo Phillips
Abolitioniels
Adigipia
Bpothh
General Rosecrans
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