from May. 1, 1865
Military orders issued in Montgomery
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Military orders issued in Montgomery, Alabama, after the death of President Lincoln.
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The orders officially announce the assassination; close public offices and businesses; and arrange for other gestures of mourning. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 1, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. "Military orders issued in Montgomery, Alabama, after the death of President Lincoln.". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/209
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 1, 1865
from May. 1, 1865
Military orders issued in Montgomery, Alabama, after the death of President Lincoln.
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The orders officially announce the assassination; close public offices and businesses; and arrange for other gestures of mourning. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 1, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 1, 1865
from Jun. 8, 1865
"Mr. Lincoln - Some Anecdotes of Him."
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"Mr. Lincoln - Some Anecdotes of Him."
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Several brief stories illustrating President Lincoln's kind, patient, and congenial personality. All were submitted by a journalist from the New York World. They were reprinted in the Montgomery Daily Mail on June 8, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""Mr. Lincoln - Some Anecdotes of Him."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/208
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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June 8, 1865
from Jun. 8, 1865
"Mr. Lincoln - Some Anecdotes of Him."
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Several brief stories illustrating President Lincoln's kind, patient, and congenial personality. All were submitted by a journalist from the New York World. They were reprinted in the Montgomery Daily Mail on June 8, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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June 8, 1865
from May. 15, 1865
"Tone of the Eastern Press."
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"Tone of the Eastern Press."
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News and editorial opinions from several New York newspapers (such as the Times and the Tribune) regarding reaction to the assassination of Lincoln; the best strategy for dealing with former rebels; and the anticipated policies of Andrew Johnson's presidency. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 15, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""Tone of the Eastern Press."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/207
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 15, 1865
from May. 15, 1865
"Tone of the Eastern Press."
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News and editorial opinions from several New York newspapers (such as the Times and the Tribune) regarding reaction to the assassination of Lincoln; the best strategy for dealing with former rebels; and the anticipated policies of Andrew Johnson's presidency. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 15, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 15, 1865
from May. 6, 1865
"Meeting of Chaplains."
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"Meeting of Chaplains."
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Article reporting the organization of a new association for U.S. Army chaplains in Montgomery, Alabama. The group formed committees to arrange mourning services and adopt resolutions regarding the assassination of the president. The resolutions (included in the text) praise Lincoln; pledge a commitment to the principles he stood for; support the new president; denounce the murder (and "the bitter spirit of hatred and malice out of which it grew"); and promote a spirit of patience and kindness when dealing with the former rebels. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 6, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""Meeting of Chaplains."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/206
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 6, 1865
from May. 6, 1865
"Meeting of Chaplains."
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Article reporting the organization of a new association for U.S. Army chaplains in Montgomery, Alabama. The group formed committees to arrange mourning services and adopt resolutions regarding the assassination of the president. The resolutions (included in the text) praise Lincoln; pledge a commitment to the principles he stood for; support the new president; denounce the murder (and "the bitter spirit of hatred and malice out of which it grew"); and promote a spirit of patience and kindness when dealing with the former rebels. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 6, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 6, 1865
from Apr. 22, 1865
"Citizens' Meeting at Odd Fellows' Hall."
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"Citizens' Meeting at Odd Fellows' Hall."
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Article reporting a meeting in Mobile, Alabama, at which "the oldest and most prominent citizens" decried the assassination of President Lincoln: "All differences of political opinion were, for the nonce buried, and with one accord the people denounced in unmeasured terms the murderer - the dastardly assassin, of the President of the United States." The men issued resolutions to this effect and also one "of thanks to the army generally." Published in the Mobile Daily News on April 22, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Mobile Daily News, item number LN.1515. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Mobile Daily News. ""Citizens' Meeting at Odd Fellows' Hall."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/205
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Mobile Daily News
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Date
April 22, 1865
from Apr. 22, 1865
"Citizens' Meeting at Odd Fellows' Hall."
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Article reporting a meeting in Mobile, Alabama, at which "the oldest and most prominent citizens" decried the assassination of President Lincoln: "All differences of political opinion were, for the nonce buried, and with one accord the people denounced in unmeasured terms the murderer - the dastardly assassin, of the President of the United States." The men issued resolutions to this effect and also one "of thanks to the army generally." Published in the Mobile Daily News on April 22, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Mobile Daily News, item number LN.1515. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Mobile Daily News
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April 22, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
"Shall a Lenient Policy Be Continued?"
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"Important Correspondence. Shall a Lenient Policy Be Continued?"
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Correspondence regarding a proposed policy of leniency toward citizens of Mississippi who wish to cooperate with the federal government. In the first letter, Brigadier General J. W. Davidson expresses concern that the strategy will not be adopted in light of the president's assassination. In the second letter, Major General Napoleon J. T. Dana restates his support of lenient treatment of the former rebels: "Even though contrary to my expectations, the rebel leaders in high position should ultimately be found to be implicated in the diabolical assassination of the President, I have no idea that the masses of the people or the subordinate officers will entertain any other feeling than that of utter abhorrence at the deed." The correspondence was originally published in the Vicksburg Herald on April 25, 1865, and it was reprinted in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""Important Correspondence. Shall a Lenient Policy Be Continued?"". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/204
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
"Important Correspondence. Shall a Lenient Policy Be Continued?"
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Correspondence regarding a proposed policy of leniency toward citizens of Mississippi who wish to cooperate with the federal government. In the first letter, Brigadier General J. W. Davidson expresses concern that the strategy will not be adopted in light of the president's assassination. In the second letter, Major General Napoleon J. T. Dana restates his support of lenient treatment of the former rebels: "Even though contrary to my expectations, the rebel leaders in high position should ultimately be found to be implicated in the diabolical assassination of the President, I have no idea that the masses of the people or the subordinate officers will entertain any other feeling than that of utter abhorrence at the deed." The correspondence was originally published in the Vicksburg Herald on April 25, 1865, and it was reprinted in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
Editorial commenting on a rumor that "the assassination of Mr. Lincoln was planned in Canada and approved in Richmond."
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Editorial commenting on a rumor that "the assassination of Mr. Lincoln was planned in Canada and approved in Richmond."
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Though reluctant to believe that members of the Confederate government were involved, the author of the piece is very critical of their leadership (a "nest of conspirators that ruled this unfortunate section with the iron rod of despotism"). He also suggests that "Union men of the South...are far more deeply interested" in the president's death. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. "Editorial commenting on a rumor that "the assassination of Mr. Lincoln was planned in Canada and approved in Richmond."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/203
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
Editorial commenting on a rumor that "the assassination of Mr. Lincoln was planned in Canada and approved in Richmond."
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Though reluctant to believe that members of the Confederate government were involved, the author of the piece is very critical of their leadership (a "nest of conspirators that ruled this unfortunate section with the iron rod of despotism"). He also suggests that "Union men of the South...are far more deeply interested" in the president's death. Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
"The 'Loyal Southerners' Call on Mr. Johnson - His Address."
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"The 'Loyal Southerners' Call on Mr. Johnson - His Address."
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Report about a delegation of "loyal refugees" who visited President Johnson to offer their encouragement and cooperation. Johnson received their support gratefully and "assured them of his intention to discharge his duties in a way to bring peace at the earliest possible moment." Also included are details and speculation about Sherman's terms of surrender and reorganization of the presidential cabinet. Reprinted in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""The 'Loyal Southerners' Call on Mr. Johnson - His Address."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/202
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
"The 'Loyal Southerners' Call on Mr. Johnson - His Address."
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Report about a delegation of "loyal refugees" who visited President Johnson to offer their encouragement and cooperation. Johnson received their support gratefully and "assured them of his intention to discharge his duties in a way to bring peace at the earliest possible moment." Also included are details and speculation about Sherman's terms of surrender and reorganization of the presidential cabinet. Reprinted in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8, 1865.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
Proclamation by President Johnson
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"A Proclamation by the President."
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Proclamation issued by President Johnson, declaring May 25, 1865, as a national day of mourning: "...to be observed, wherever in the United States the flag of the country may be respected...recommending my fellow-citizens then to assemble in their respective places of worship, there to unite in solemn service to Almighty God in memory of the good man who has been removed, so that all shall be occupied at the same time in contemplation of his virtues and sorrow for his sudden and violent end." Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""A Proclamation by the President."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/201
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 8, 1865
"A Proclamation by the President."
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Proclamation issued by President Johnson, declaring May 25, 1865, as a national day of mourning: "...to be observed, wherever in the United States the flag of the country may be respected...recommending my fellow-citizens then to assemble in their respective places of worship, there to unite in solemn service to Almighty God in memory of the good man who has been removed, so that all shall be occupied at the same time in contemplation of his virtues and sorrow for his sudden and violent end." Published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 8.
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, item number LN.1507. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 8, 1865
from May. 1, 1865
"The Assassination of the President."
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"The Assassination of the President."
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Editorial published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 1, 1865, regarding the reported assassination of President Lincoln. Two weeks after the event, the accounts "begin to assume the semblance of truth." The author condemns the murder while defending the South: "So far as the unfortunate masses of the South, who have been made the unwilling instruments of this rebellion, and who have been the chief sufferers under the grinding despotism in which it resulted, they deplore the event quite as much as their countrymen of the North, and would rejoice in common with their fellow citizens of the entire nation in the apprehension and punishment of the assassins and their accomplices."
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail. ""The Assassination of the President."". Remembering Lincoln. Web. Accessed May 2, 2025. https://rememberinglincoln.fords.org/node/200
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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May 1, 1865
from May. 1, 1865
"The Assassination of the President."
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Editorial published in the Montgomery Daily Mail on May 1, 1865, regarding the reported assassination of President Lincoln. Two weeks after the event, the accounts "begin to assume the semblance of truth." The author condemns the murder while defending the South: "So far as the unfortunate masses of the South, who have been made the unwilling instruments of this rebellion, and who have been the chief sufferers under the grinding despotism in which it resulted, they deplore the event quite as much as their countrymen of the North, and would rejoice in common with their fellow citizens of the entire nation in the apprehension and punishment of the assassins and their accomplices."
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Excerpt from the Montgomery Daily Mail, book number ADVCOL39. Catalog record for this title is available here.
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Montgomery Daily Mail
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Date
May 1, 1865