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Dirge (December 8th, 1863)
>From The Adams Sentinel; Gettysburg, PA

Summary: The lyrics of the Dirge sung at the Consecration are printed.

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Horrible Accident (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light; Hagerstown, MD

Summary: A man from Philadelphia named Williams was in Gettysburg to retrieve the body of his dead son. He died when a shell he was handling exploded. The explosion also killed a boy nearby. The bodies of father and son were shipped home. [from Shippensburg News]

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A Disgraceful Affair (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: Two soldiers, one of whom was intoxicated, were arrested in New Market after engaging in a "brutal" fight.

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Relief Fund (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: The newest contributions to the prisoner relief fund run through the Frederick Examiner are listed.

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A Shell Found in the Street (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: A live shell was found on North Market Street in Frederick. Although the shell was discovered before it exploded, it was believed to be placed in the street by "some evil disposed person" bent on doing harm to the townspeople.

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The Examiner Relief Fund (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: The newest contributions to the prisoner relief fund run through the Frederick Examiner are listed.

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A Severe Assault and Their Colors Taken! (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: Advertisement for dye uses a military-themed title to attract interest.

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Canfield Bro. & Co. (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: Advertisement for a military goods store.

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Hospital Report (December 9th, 1863)
>From The Frederick Examiner; Frederick, MD

Summary: 250 convalescents remain at the U.S.A. General Hospital in Frederick.

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Lee R. Baugher… (December 15th, 1863)
>From The Adams Sentinel; Gettysburg, PA

Summary: Lee R. Baugher has been travelling abroad, giving lectures and speeches on the Battle of Gettysburg.

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