Kansas Statehood Clash Deepens Split in Parties
An article from the Charleston Mercury outlines how the Kansas dispute exposes rifts in the North and South. It discusses whether Kansas will be admitted as a free state and how pro slavery and anti slavery factions in Congress may shape the outcome.
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Lebepet
Mercury
Waighington Union
Bonroversy
Democratic Party of
North
Congress
Charr
Buchanan
Kangas
Kansas
Mifres
Bath
Charleston
Courier
Washington
Washington Union
Walker
Stanton
Tate
Waskangtodhion
New York Times
Khos
Imes
Matty
Bota
Newark Times
Waship
Union
Iit
Uisihacgang
Neiowe Party
House of Representativsy
Crty
Asuiean
Democrats
Kanensi
Sastity Oaby
Rae Ek
Regan
Ian
Washinton
Nebraska
Democratic Party and Kansas Crisis in 1850s Debate
The piece argues the Democratic Party must defend slavery as a permanent social order and oppose measures toward black equality. It links party loyalty to national unity, warns the Day Book’s predictions, and discusses Kansas, Georgia, Mississippi, and Northern Democrats amid sectional tensions. It also criticizes banks and paper money as destabilizing.
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S'avery
Enelivng Mep
Tha
Nat
Arizona urged for immediate Congress action open Mormon Trail
The Arizona issue is presented as vital for immediate attention. The Mormon war route to California via the South Pass is highlighted as a major factor since 1847. The piece argues that opening Arizona is a necessity for national expansion and railroad prospects.
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California
South Pass
Pacific
Arizona
Congress
California Press
Coly
WN. FY
Nebraskan Union censures and defends the principle
The Union voices stern defense of a great principle and denounces censorship amid political turmoil. It argues that states rights and constitutional tests must prevail, condemning fraud and intimidation while supporting dignified disagreement and the Nebraska stance.
Decrees of Georgia stir debate on federalism and loyalty
A periodical argues Gov Brown’s stance on Georgia decrees mirrors national tensions. The piece questions the meaning of decrees and how northern fanaticism and state sovereignty might influence the union, citing references to Virginia and Mississippi as examples.
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Gov. Brown
Georgia
North
Jefferson
Wise
Virginia
Mississippi
Spa
Fragmentary Political Commentary on Kansas and Parties
The text critiques the Democratic Party and the Kansas constitution process, arguing the Union favors the anti Democratic stance and denouncing denial of a vote on constitutions. It asserts the Kansas issue reflects broader party conflict and union politics.
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Ghigago Times
Onion
Rati
Desocratis
Badik
Democratic Party
Do Hss
Kansas
Rion
Union Atalabane
Buchanan
Presisett
People of
Washington Union
Ice
Union
Posal Ple
Unclear fragments report political notes and editorials
The text presents fragmented notes from a newspaper page, mentioning elections and a former editor of the Buckeye State, Mr. Wilson, with brief editorials and political commentary. It references the Republican candidate and a letter by Judge Wilbin and Starke, Ohio context.
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Starke
I. E. Wilebn, Esq
Buckeye 8
New
Lisbon
Ohio
Agai
Wilson
Fragmentary OCR Note on Bank of Beaver County Names
Fragmented text references Bank of Beaver County and individuals with unclear roles. Mentions a denomination's first notes and a judge's impression. Content is garbled, with many illegible words and stray characters.
Defeat of Mayor Wood In Local Election
Fragmented OCR reading hints at a municipal race outcome with Democratic opposition and optimism about a candidate named Jans. The garbled text shows election results discussion, party dynamics, and civic implications in the contested mayoral contest.
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Jans
Kansas Free State Debate Reflected In Political Strife
A fragmentary rant cites Senator Buchanan’s stance on Kansas and Free State rights. It argues about land, voting, and territorial governance while lamenting perceived betrayals by two public figures who won votes from supporters and then shifted stance amid ongoing constitutional convention discussions.
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Kansas
Buchanan
Tipple
Union
Spunky Virginia Governor Opposes Thanksgiving Day Observance
The piece laments Governor Wise of Virginia resisting Yankee Thanksgiving customs. It argues the state should honor a day of thanks as observed in New England and accuses Wise of lacking patriotism and moral obligation. The article cites calls for unity with other states and criticizes Wise’s stance.
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Wise
Virginia
Siyanker
Philadelphia
Norfolk
Eddy
New York
Massachusetts
Toen Virginis
Phair
Sims
Confedercy
Gov. Wise
New England
Battle Rages Over Kansas Constitution and Democratic Split
Fragmentary 19th century style text shows Democratic infighting as Senator Douglas and Col. Forney clash with Northern newspapers over Kansas issues. The piece hints at party strategy, leadership in the East and West, and ongoing political tensions. Names implied include Douglas and Forney amid a broader battle for power.
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Douglas
Kansas
Col
Forney
Dem
New England
New -York
Bae Saga
Speculation on Mining Stocks in the United States
The article surveys the United States Railroad and Mining Register noting forty six mining firms with offices in New York Boston Pittsburgh and Chicago. It questions stock reality and suggests possible pump schemes, estimating vast capitalization even at ten dollars a share.
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Ike Supraion
Mintna Costeanres
United States Railroad ‘and Mining ‘Register
Superior
New York
Boston
Agymany
Pittsburgh
Chicago
Puff
Political Maneuver and Speaker Election Amid Senate Debate
The article chronicles debates over constitutional actions and introductions of Speaker candidates in the House, including Orr and Banks nominations, and the later election of Orr as Speaker with 128 votes to 4 scattering. It notes Senate confirmations of public printing roles, oath-taking by new senators, and a focus on political maneuvering within the Union government.
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Thas
Aer
Phelps
Committee On
Glancey Toner
Orr
Committee On Foreign
Benjawip
Andrew, Johnson
Tennessee
Clark
New Hampshire
Saat Senate
Rick
al Hiceese
Jquse
U.S
Senate
Geo. W. ‘Bowman
Bedford Gazette
Jones
Tena
Banks
Ees
Ore
Gid
Fand
Clingman
Jeinst House
Allen
Hingis
Seaker
Glosbrenner
Hackiey
Lusky
Florence
Pennsylvania
District of Columbia
Denton Mercantile Topics and Lessons From Lectures
A fragmented review discusses a lecture by W C Bryant on details of the harnessing trade and the value of practical instruction. It mentions Duff and his son in a discussion about books and business and notes the Globe and Supplement’s focus on exposing old frauds in book purchases during the last Congress.
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Mercantile
Goltegje
W. OC. Bryant
Duff Bis Son
Globe and
Usurpation in Congress and party divide in set Kansas issue
The piece discusses a split in the House along party lines with 118 Democrats, 92 Republicans, and 14 American/Bmocrats. Northern Democrats fear Southern influence on Kansas affairs and question presidential patronage. It argues unequal divisions could block admission of a bogus State and predicts potential partisan votes against Kansas actions.
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Union
Democratic Party
Kansas
Georgia
Mississippi
Confederacy
Rene
Congress
Philadelphia
House of Representatives
Free States
Kaneas
Atlantic cable again under renewed effort after setback
The Times reports renewed work on laying the Atlantic telegraph cable after a break last year. Plans include improved insulated wire and self acting devices to guard against tension and pressure, with engineers considering a two ball hub and deep sea currents.
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Ettana
Agamemnga
Niagara
Plymouth
England
Onde Tisnes
the Times
Ceyion
Colombo
Kure
Calcutts
Nut
Intelligeneer
Democratic party factions widen and Kane case roils presses
National editorials lament murky delegation rules and seek authorized voices. Reports from Washington and state papers describe Douglas Buchanan feuds and the Kane inquiry fueling schism as editors debate loyalties and governance within the party.
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