Death and dying statesman Benton amid Civil War era reflections
Wasiserox April 8 186% Curond Benton frail yet lucid clings to life as cancer weakens him. He dictates the closing chapter of his Debates of Congress and speaks warmly of Mr Clay and Dough Democrats. An old Missouri greeting notes the approaching end while Benton remains mentally vigorous and patriotic. The report covers his demeanor, recent visitors, and the pressing political mood surrounding Lecompton and union stability.
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Rail survey progress and political notes from New York period
A letter from an executive confirms the work will finish and cars head toward Merrimick by mid summer. The piece lists legislative delays, river and harbor cutbacks, and a projected adjournment, plus reports on New York and national finance and a patent for a business file.
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Dudley
Tyne
New York
Benno Committee On Commerce
Timiin
Maine
Congress
Grant Liailondis
Oyer Lehntag
Cevtow
Baraboo Reva and Milwaukee Ad Pitches and Trade News
A chaotic Baraboo Reva issue discusses a dubious advertising request and threats of editorial retaliation, then shifts to Milwaukee style promotions and city commerce. It notes varying merchant activity, price trends, and cautious optimism for spring trade amid uncertain foreign demand and harvest prospects.
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West
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Sentinel
National Printing Office Reform Urged in Congress
A fragment argues that the National Printing Office should remedy national ills by curbing costly printing. It warns that pursuing this project may move from the frying pan into the fire, suggesting skepticism about its success and a wary view of reform efforts.
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Imperfect Prae Basin News Snippet From 19th Century Beaver Dam
Fragmentary report lists diverse items including Col Benton’s death, Western volunteer regiments, railroad progress in Texas, shipbuilding and iron plates, and various political notes from Wisconsin and Philadelphia. It mentions a murder case in St Louis, Chinese leadership, Cooper Institute completion, and a staccato mix of local notices and global events.
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Lecompton Fight One Vote Shifts House Outcome
The passage describes a heated House vote on the Lecompton Constitution issue with Speaker casting the decisive vote for a Conference. It notes party lines, the positions of English Hall Pendleton Owen Jones, and mentions supporters and opponents among Republicans and Anti-Lecompton Democrats. Local items include a burglary in Adams County and a separate report from Portage regarding Montgomery amendments and river flooding in the Mississippi basin.
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Canton and allied withdrawal plans in China crisis
News from Canton describes Allied forces under Lord Elgin preparing to withdraw from the city as they fortify positions for possible future action. British and French troops and ships will regroup at Pecheli Gulf ahead of spring demonstrations, while Canton remains defended by a strong northern-facing line and loyal governors.
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Benton’s 1853 election stance with Buchanan cited
The article reviews Cal. Benton’s 1853 approval of Buchanan in the presidential contest, noting Benton’s belief Buchanan would restore Jackson era principles despite private opposition. It also recalls a Bloomington settler’s tale of 1830 money scarcity and a New York literary agency venture by Benjamin, seeking manuscripts and fees.
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