Bankrupt Law Debate and Lecompton Controversy Rise in Washington
Washington notes April 22 1858 reports a Senate committee printing order amid a debate on the bankruptcy bill and Lecompton issue. Key figures include Speaker behind a telegraph line proposal and Senator Quitman whose vote could affect Democratic unity, with discussions on western land grants and university endowment plans.
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Chicago
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Mechanic Arts
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Leach
Edch
Ad ‘College
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Condi
Aire
Iowa
Sik
Britain
Savage
Tenn
Prohibition, Usury and Judge Wilmot in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg dispatch debates usury exemptions and rate limits, cites a 6 percent cap still legal for noncontract loans, and notes the House vote on Judge Wilmot’s district abolition. It comments on constitutional intent, partisan bias, and Democratic party claims amid the controversy.
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Isburg
Ellis Foox
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Senate
Modday
Coluumbia
House
Harlan Ingram
Ibis
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House of
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Nlew . Commissia
Gmen
Goepp
Armstrong
Philadephia
Nill
Franklin
Telegraph
Liegislatura
Ougting
Wilmot
Harris Defends Canal Sale Bill Amid Corruption Charges
The remarks of Mr Harris recount a debate on the sale of state canals. He defends the bill against corruption charges and explains his vote for final passage, emphasizing fiscal benefits to the Commonwealth and the development of trade and waterways.
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Agai
Hse
Benen
Philadelphia
Sirjlf
Bibself
Senate
Fiom Columbia
Sunbury
Erie
New York
Aleisailar
Adjournment of the Legislature Sparks Row Over Extra Pay
Harrisburg covering the adjournment of the Legislature with passion and party conflict as members debate extra compensation. Resolutions target reimbursement tied to church donations and political retirement threats surface amid procedural maneuvering and calls for committee action.
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Crawford
Gbarchi
Ramsdel
New School Presbyterian
Owen
Hac
Donaly
Nigel
M'Clure
Apk
Mr. Hodgson
Alleghény
Ria
Smith
Jam
Ss Lake
Ramedell
M’ Clure
Nill
Clare
Kansas Conscience Clash Over Lecompton likel y to pass
A Boston letter reports Congress faces a likely final passage of the Lecompton Constitution through a disputed Kansas vote plan. It condemns English proposals to simulate public consent and warns that both parties push a controversial scheme risking national unity and decency. Harbor Grace fire losses also noted.
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Kansas
Congress
Accmne
Washington State
Senate
English
Lecompton
House
Meeting Notice Shows Local Public Assembly Thursday
An item announces a Thursday meeting at the Courthouse with listed attendees including Darra David Cloile Meri, J Chandler, Wilia Slentz, Joli th Willians, Milta Labnee, R. C. Scot, James Orr. The note emphasizes the event's importance and attendance.
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Teepublican County
Cour
David Cloile
J Ch Dler
Wilia Slentz
Joli
Willians Boder
Rarter
Milta Labnee
R. C. Scot
Jame Orr
Changes of a Year in Politics and Party Strife
A fragmented year in United States politics features criticism of the Democratic Party and Mr Bachman, with references to public debt, taxation, and legislative battles. The piece notes tensions in Congress, calls out opposition under Republican resistance, and hints at enduring partisan divisions shaping policy and leadership.
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United States
Senate
House of
Political Notes and Local Updates From Beaver County
A late week broad recap covers political shifts and local notices in Beaver County. It notes strategies of state conventions, county representation contrasts, and the Kansas policy stance amid legislative scenes. Also included are church and press affairs, leadership posts, and regional public notices.
Rights of township stock owners and stray animal theft
A letter to the Argus urges fair handling of stray cattle pigs and sheep. It condemns owners who hide stock in barns or stalls and sell or keep animals without township notification, calling for proper entry in Township Books and ad campaigns to return property and deter theft.
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Argus
Baroasaip
Talso
The Cash System in Newspapers Sparks Debate
A historical discussion argues subscribers must prepay for future issues to support publishers. It cites difficulties in collecting back payments from delinquent readers and advocates a cash system to prevent financial ruin. The piece portrays nonpayment as harming both publishers and loyal readers while urging timely, upfront payments.
Ocean Spray Sinks After River Race Near Keokuk
The Ocean Spray collided with the Keokuk and Star of the West boats five miles above the city on the Missouri River. Passengers jumped ashore as the vessel scraped the bank and sank, with several rescued by planks and rope during the chaotic scene.
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Satyor
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Minos
Abo
Hannibal C
Alton
Waldo ‘Matoh
Stedimers
Keokuk
Ixeokuk
Democratic Conventions and Political Turmoil Report
Fragmentary 19th century notes describe Democratic conventions in Tindis and Hl with delegates count and resolutions. Mentions include W. OB. Fowtey, ex-Governor French, and disputes over committee actions, plus social reflections and local notices about monuments and marriages in Ohio and surrounding areas.
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Tindis
Stainefrerp
Dowelis Dumocratic
Eitira
Resoluti Jis
W. OB. Fowtey
Sue Treaguier
Buchanan
Sagaem
Obituary notices from Baden and Mantua region
Fragmentary obituary items note deaths in Baden Beaver County and Mantua area. Entries mention aged individuals including a daughter of Glsrlisth Marlatt and James Moody Esq of Gieng, with ages around mid to late teens or early twenties. likely untidy OCR from 19th century notices.
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Baden
Beaver Co
Mantua
Glsrlisth
Marlatt
Yowras
James Moody, Esq
Gieng
Nan
Brighton
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