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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1865
Page
4
A satirical critique condemns inquisitive critics who pry into others lives. It warns such busybodies corrupt society, lose esteem, and harm their own souls while neglecting personal duties. The piece echoes moral admonitions to attend to one’s own faults and guard reputation.
The bill authorizes sale of 630000 acres land scrip to endow an agricultural college. Proceeds fund an agricultural fund and sinking fund. six percent semiannual interest to support at least one college teaching agriculture and mechanics. Three commissioners to select site and report by December. A $5000 appropriation is included. Also a domestic joke about birds and turkey concludes the piece.
Nearly all active credits are now based on Government securities and banks hold them as the strongest investment. The note describes a 7-80 Loan with six percent interest and semiannual coupons, plus options to convert to six percent gold bonds and tax exemptions. It urges small savers to invest, claiming high returns and safety.
A Philadelphia committee of fourteen thousand working women visited President Lincoln at the Presidential Mansion to press grievances against government contractors. Lincoln directed Acting Quartermaster General Thomas to meet their demands, ensuring fair wages and prices for labor. The Philadelphia Press lauds the president’s responsiveness as a model of republican government and justice for workers.
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