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Rule Britannia
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Summary: Comparing the Fenians' present circumstances to the American colonists' in the 1770s, the editors condemn the tyranny of British imperialism.

[No Title]
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Summary: The article states Jefferson Davis set sail for New Orleans last Friday, and notes that, under the administration of Gen. Hancock, the Commander of the Fifth Military District, he "will be permitted to enjoy" all his "former rights and privileges." The article predicts that the area will soon become home to many of the former rebels who fled to Central and South America in the wake of the Confederacy's defeat.

Full Text of Article:

Jefferson Davis sailed for New Orleans on Friday last, attracted thereto by the beneficient administration of the Fifth Military District Commander. Mr. Davis has long been prominent in American politics by reason of his steadfast devotion to the Constitution and his high regard for the laws of the land. His patriotic feelings have been outraged by what he considers the unconstitutional and revolutionary measures of the present Congress, and he now seeks a home in a military district, the Commander of which promises to restore the reign of law and order. He proposes, we understand, to recall from the West Indies, Mexico and Brazil those of his friends who, rather than endure the flagrant violation of the Constitution they so much loved, by a revolutionary Congress, expatriated themselves after the close of war. Under the administration of Gen. Hancock they will be permitted to enjoy all their former rights and privileges, and their patriotic feelings will be secure from outrage by unconstitutional practices in high places. Louisiana and Texas have bright prospects before them.

[No Title]
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Summary: Relates that the Alabama loyalists have drafted a new state constitution that "is perfect in all its framework. It permits no distinction to be made in any of the civil affairs of the State on account of race, color or former condition."

Full Text of Article:

The Alabama loyalists have prepared a Constitution which judged by its conformity to democratic ideas and principles is perfect in all its framework. It permits no distinction to be made in any of the civil affairs of the State on account of race, color or former condition. It takes a man for what he is worth, irrespective of all such accidents, and guarantees equal and exact justice to all. The rebels oppose the consummation of this great work because it would deny them the enjoyment of their former supremacy. They are not satisfied to be considered in law as good as other men, but demand some constitutional guarantee that will keep beneath their level those who once were kept then by servitude. The Democracy oppose it because the political enfranchisement of the Southern blacks will leave them nothing but a name. Let justice be done through the Slaveocracy be humbled and the Democracy dissipated.

[No Title]
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Summary: The editors call on Congress to pass Thad Stevens's bill to amend the Reconstruction act "without delay."

[No Title]
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Summary: Taking a slight jab at Secretary Seward, the piece reports that he is rumored to be in negotiation with the Spanish to purchase Cuba. Only recently, he added the West Indian island of St. Thomas to America's possessions.

[No Title]
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Summary: The article reprimands President Johnson for his attempt to deflect blame for the New Orleans massacre onto Secretary Stanton, characterizing the effort as "stupid."

Far Off Chats With Our Friends
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Summary: In his article, McClure discusses the progress of the Central Pacific Railroad and possible routes to the West. He also examines the state of relations between the Plains Indians and the U. S., which he characterizes as far more agitated than eastern papers let on.

Gen. Grant's Protest
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Summary: In his letter, Gen. Grant contends that President Johnson's decision to remove Stanton, Sickles, and Sheridan has placed the country in "great danger." These men, he avows, are beloved by the people and have served as a bulwark against the opponents of federal authority.

Editorial Comment: "The Speaker laid before the House of Representataives, on the 17th inst., a communication from Gen. Grant, giving his correspondence with the President on the subject of the removal of Secretary Stanton and Gens. Sheridan and Sickles. Nearly all this correspondence has been published, but among the most important is the letter of Gen. Grant to the President, protesting against the removal of Stanton and Sheridan. The following is a copy of the letter:"

Local Items--Some Traditional Facts in the Early History of Lurgan Township
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Summary: The article provides a short history of Lurgan township.

Local Items
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Summary: The editors express hope that the Chambersburg Woolen Mill will be successful in its capitalization efforts. The mill is an intrinsic part of the town's economy, employing eighty hands who produce 800 yards of woolen material daily.

Local Items--Presents to Teachers
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Summary: Relates that students from several public schools presented their teachers with "testimonials of regard" last Friday.
(Names in announcement: Mrs. M. J. Stoner, Sadie Jeffries, Lizzie Gilmore, Harry Hockenberry, Joseph Eckhard, Joseph McFadden)

Local Items--Painful Accident
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Summary: Benjamin Sleichter suffered a broken leg while cutting down a large tree on Andrew Oyer's farm near Greenvillage; the injury occurred after the tree fell on him. Despite receiving medical attention, Sleichter remains in critical condition.
(Names in announcement: Benjamin Sleichter, Andrew Oyer)

Local Items--Death of a Minister
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Summary: Rev. John Guyer, a former pastor in Chambersburg, died in Tyrone, Pa., on Dec. 13th. At the time of his death, Guyer was the Presiding Elder of the Northumberland district.
(Names in announcement: Rev. John Guyer)

Married
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Summary: On Nov. 26th, John A. Brough and Mollie C. Sibley were married by Rev. S. H. C. Smith.
(Names in announcement: John A. Brough, Mollie C. Sibley, Rev. S. H. C. Smith)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 22nd, Henry B. Hatnick and Julia Piper were married by Rev. S. H. C. Smith.
(Names in announcement: Henry B. Hatnick, Julia Piper, Rev. S. H. C. Smith)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 24th, Jeremiah Gelwicks and Carrie Doyle were married by Rev. S. H. C. Smith.
(Names in announcement: Jeremiah Gelwicks, Carrie Doyle, Rev. S. H. C. Smith)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 7th, Jacob Bricker and Susan Jones were married by Rev. S. H. C. Smith.
(Names in announcement: Jacob Bricker, Susan Jones, Rev. S. H. C. Smith)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 12th, William Small and Mary Allter were married by Rev. J. Hunter.
(Names in announcement: William Small, Mary Allter, Rev. J. Hunter)

Married
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Summary: On Nov. 13th, Dr. Bixler and Emma Breckenridge were married by Rev. J. G. Moore.
(Names in announcement: Dr. Bixler, Emma Breckenridge, Rev. J. G. Moore)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 17th, Peter Donberger and Virginia Victoria Hasler were married by Rev. J. Keller Miller.
(Names in announcement: Peter Donberger, Virginia Victoria Hasler, Rev. J. Keller Miller)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 17th, John C. Brandt and Annie Dosh were married by Rev. J. Keller Miller.
(Names in announcement: John C. Brandt, Annie Dosh, Rev. J. Keller Miller)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 7th, Daniel Garling and Eliza J. Young were married by Rev. H. C. Lesher.
(Names in announcement: Daniel Garling, Eliza J. Young, Rev. H. C. Lesher)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 5th, John Bare and Barbara Deardorff were married by Rev. S. N. Callender.
(Names in announcement: John Bare, Barbara Deardorff, Rev. S. N. Callender)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 17th, Oliver H. Anderson, of Winchester, Va., and Sarah Amelia Wiler were married by Rev. Thomas Creigh.
(Names in announcement: Oliver H. Anderson, Sarah Amelia Wiler, Rev. Thomas Creigh)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 18th, D. Martin Miller and Alice C. Miller were married by Rev. Thomas Creigh.
(Names in announcement: D. Martin Miller, Alice C. Miller, Rev. Thomas Creigh)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 17th, John S. Strite, of Washington county, Md., and Kate, youngest daughter of Michael Lesher were married by Rev. Dr. Schneck.
(Names in announcement: John S. Strite, Kate Lesher, Michael Lesher, Rev. Dr. Schneck)

Married
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Summary: On Dec. 18th, J. Filson Burk and Sadie J., daughter of David J. Skinner, were married by Rev. William A. West.
(Names in announcement: J. Wilson Burk, Sadie J. Skinner, David J. Skinner, Rev. William A. West)

Died
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Summary: On Dec. 8th, Amos A. Shearer died near Spring Run. He was 50 years old.
(Names in announcement: Amos A. Shearer)

Died
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Summary: On Dec. 12th, Mary Ann Rice's "interesting little daughter" died in Metal township.
(Names in announcement: Mary Ann Rice)

Died
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Summary: On Dec. 8th, Robert S. King died in St. Louis. He was 65 years old.
(Names in announcement: Robert S. King)

Died
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Summary: On Oct. 24th, Jacob F., son of Martin Huber, died in Blair county after a short illness. He was 50 years old.
(Names in announcement: Jacob F. Huber, Martin Huber)