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Newspaper

Versailles Dispatch

Location

Versailles, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1866

Page

2

Nation in peril and the battle for loyalty in politics

A speech denounces Democratic leaders in loyal states as rebels in disguise, urging unity against traitors and radicals. It faults President Johnson, demands support for Union candidates like Cumback, and argues to nominate a unifying Ohio district choice to defeat foes and restore governance.

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Wartime creed echoed in civic resolve message

An outsider note quotes a speaker urging unity for civil and religious liberty. It frames victory as essential to free institutions, equating it with battlefield sacrifices and Christian civilization. The rhetoric emphasizes loyalty and decisive action.

Execution of Sage The Child Dever The Prisoner

Confession given by George Washington Sage after his 1866 Jennings County Indiana murder trial and execution. The report details the crowd, tearful parting, and Sage’s religious awakening prior to his death following a capital case linked to the killing of Willie Todd. The narrative includes the trial, appearance, and the confession begun with his birth and early life.

Sage Dever

Confession From Vernon Slaying Suspect Reveals Plots

The document details a spree of alleged plots and arson, a murder of Willie Todd, and a later confession by Vernon. It recounts teamwork with Henry Vaughn and the Danham brothers, plans against Dr. Tall and Dr. Hall, and a motive tied to money and escape. Vernon admits to the Todd killings and asserts military service and repentance.

Union Party Convention Sheds Light on Nomination Prospect

An observer notes the Union party in Minnesota's 4th Congressional District will meet to select a standard bearer. The piece cites Judge Rh. N. Lamb as a strong, likely nominee, applauding his energy and appeal for a vigorous campaign, while acknowledging mixed support for current favorites.

Will. Cumback Congress Cumback Stille Cemback Judge Holman Farquher Hulman Franklin Farquhar Comback Decatur County Camback Bprron Ton. Rh. N. Lamb Com. Pleas Lamb

Woods Carding Versailes Indiana Advertisement

Tam tow prepared to Card Wool with charges 8 da for plain 10 for mixed. I will pay top cash for wool corn and wheat or exchange for goods. Sells prints brown muslin bleached muslin and more at low prices. George Shook offers boots shoes brooms and dry goods in Versailles Indiana. né1-2m May 31 1966.

George

Public Sale Ordered on Ripley County Real Estate

An execution directs a public sale on Saturday June 9 1966 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Ripley County Courthouse for the west half of the southeast quarter section 13 8 22 east containing 80 acres more or less with rents and profits for up to seven years. If the judgment not fully realized, the fee simple of the rest estate will be offered at the same place and time. The property is taken against Hiram Knowlton at the suit of William Burtage Guardian. Sale proceeds are subject to applicable laws. Officials listed include Circuit Court Judge John G Berkshire and Common Pleas Judge Robert N Lamb with commissioners Samuel Gookins William S Rice and Joseph Connell.

George Washington Sage Little Willie William Mary A. Todd Sathee Sage Jennings Wredd Paris Forece Jones Lilis Smyrns Township Jefferson County Indiana Pany Henry Vaughn David Dahean Danham Henry James McCarty John Low Vaughn McCarty MicCarty Myself Carty Lew Dr. Tall Kent Dr. Hall Hall Missouri Cet Coméethed Mr. Todd Tilingis Wm. H. Dixon Philip Jones Willie Todd Illinois Cavairy Ripley Ripley County Hiram Knowlton William Burtage

County Official List Names and Titles

Washington M Daley Creex Alexander Connesmbly Teeascres John I Smith Acrrron Joan A Medert Recoanes David W S Bhook Suecarr Moritz Peeger Scevrros Andrew Vansicele Cononen.

Washington M. Daley Creex Alexander Connesbly Teeascres John I. Smith Acrrron Joan A Medert Recoanes David W.S. Bhook

Leave Ossood and the East Mail Train Timetable

An 1866 notice advertises railway schedules for Leave Ossood West and East routes with multiple trains including mail and night express services. The same page promotes a pamphlet on marriage and celibacy and a free health essay by Dr J Skillin Hough from the Howard Association, dated February 8, 1866.

Ossood Osgood—Goleg West J Skillin Houghn Howard Association Ree Pa

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P. W. Randall Verhnittes Union State Ticket EOR Delany E. Williamson VOR Secretary OF State Col N. Trueler Jon Aumtor Thomas B. McCarthy VOR Gen Nathan Kimball George W. Hoss Veadon, Indiana Ang Illinois Sax M. Dixos Vernon Woods Carding Versailles Board of Commissioners N. E. Gr Sunman Adars ‘Township Ripley Qounty Sherife DAVID W_ & SHOOK Rae Versa Ten Merkst Re. Tswookif. Uy Mwatewart Geo. Shook Circuit Court John G. Berkshire Court of Common Pleas Robert N. Lamb Jungs Samuel Gookins William 8. Rice Joseph Connell South America de Hadones Joseph T.inman Bible House New York City
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