Unclear fragment on wedding vows and tragedy
Fragmentary text shows a wedding vow moment then a line of despair. Mentions a teacher, lily hand, and a character Jenette. References to poison and drowning imagery appear in a distressed verse.
10 Jul 1856
Page 1
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Newspaper
Wooster Republican
Location
Wooster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1856
Page
1
Fragmentary text shows a wedding vow moment then a line of despair. Mentions a teacher, lily hand, and a character Jenette. References to poison and drowning imagery appear in a distressed verse.
A tame village fawn lingers among residents until a hunter arrives with hounds. Instinct flips its demeanor, and the animal races toward the lake pursued by dogs and villagers. Despite boats and efforts to intervene, the crowd watches a fearful chase end in danger and distress for the fawn.
A clergyman recounts Edgar Allan Poe’s final days in Baltimore on election night, describes his appearance and decline after heavy drinking, notes his burial in Green Street Presbyterian graveyard, and sketches the grim disposal of his bones. The account condemns relatives and city for neglect, and includes further political commentary and historical letters.
The passage argues that no free government with such tendencies can decline without revelation or change, asserting a sound moral foundation as essential. It warns that a virtuous and enlightened people must recognize their danger and use their power prudently to apply corrections.
The text recalls June 1846 when Fremont and the California Free Settlers raised the Bear Flag and joined to defeat Mexican forces near Sonoma. It links this event to a broader call for independence and American freedom, noting anniversaries and the unity of liberty with a presidential election supporter.
A reminiscence recalls Franklin Pierce four years after his Baltimore Democratic Convention nomination. The piece notes the party’s optimism, widespread enthusiasm, and the flurry of bios being written as cannon salvos and congratulatory visits to Concord, mirroring a historic political surge.
Gov Seward sends a June 23 1856 letter from Washington to a New York ratification meeting. He notes he cannot attend due to Congress and praises the Philadelphia proceedings as wise dignified and conciliatory. He endorses the Republican platform and candidates and predicts slave expansion will end as Kansas bleeds.
On June 14 1855 in Chapel Wood Judge John McLean declares he has no desire for the presidency and would only accept if he could reform the government and rest executive power on constitutional principles. He urges vigorous cooperation within the party and reserves the right to withdraw his name if needed. Sam McLean sends his respectful regards.
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