A Day of Mourning
Summary
The people of Frederick mourn the loss of the President Abraham Lincoln. The city which had been draped with flags celebrating the victory of the Union army is now draped with flags and crape because of Lincoln's death. Businesses were closed and churches were packed with mourners. Lincoln lived long enough to see the return of peace and "the great principles he unchained still live." "The luster of his fame will gather additional effulgence by the lapse of time." Hope is expressed that the nation will not be plunged back into war and that Lincoln's successor will "be vouchsafed an increased measure of that wisdom and knowledge which alone can fit him for the arduous duties of his high position."
Article Source
Newspaper: The Frederick Examiner
Publication Date: April 26th, 1865
Page/Column: 2A
Town: Frederick, MD
County: Frederick
Subjects
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