A Strange Revelation Over Slavery and Kansas Policy
The document debates James Buchanan’s stance on slavery in U.S. territories, arguing that constitutional law did not carry slavery into federal territories. It contrasts Democratic leaders’ views with Buchanan’s supposed Southern alignment and questions why Buchanan did not declare his positions earlier to avoid alienating Northern voters.
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New Haven
Sud
Kaneas
Werner
Buchananag Holding
3Rthern
United Sistes
Oetrines
Henry, Clay
Thomas H Benton
Daniel Webster
Case
Douglass
Wiig
Democratic
Itate
Mexico
Democratic Party
Free States
Sassaeics
Buchanan
Pierce
Kansas
United States
Karsaz
Ba ‘Thanan
New Mexico
Congress
United States Territory
Oregon
Washington
Utah
Nebraska
Ates
Clay
Websier
Benton
Casa
James Buchanan
Pacific
Lim
The Great Issue in Pennsylvania Politics of Slavery
An editorial argues the core choice in Pennsylvania's canvass is slavery. It claims the Democratic party seeks to expand slaveholding via constitutional interpretation, while Republicans defend excluding slavery and enforcing state laws. The piece urges voters to rise as free white citizens to oppose slave power.
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Commonwealth
Qadsur
Pennsylvania
Democratic’party
Sansas
Democratic’ Party
Jat
Ad Sintpel
Sobel
Republican Party
South Carolina
Nto
Puppor
Freenen
Kansas
Dred Scott
Bos
Liberia
South
Maine and Vermont Rally Behind Freedom Victory
A fragmented ceremony text praises a broad victory as thousands gather to celebrate a decisive win. The piece mentions Maina, sister states, and a joyous public sentiment, signaling a landmark triumph and unity across New England in a tense political moment.
Impotgast -Pess as Decision by the Interior Office
The Attorney General has submitted an opinion on whether the Podern Office may grant pensions to children of revolutionary soldiers. It finds no legal basis for the practice and notes that neither the children nor Lean seul have legal claim. The opinion defers to administration and leaves the question of abolition or continuation to the Secretary.
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iAttorney
Siraelice
Ogen
Effig Afton Base Trial Ends in Mistrial
In the case of the steamer Ayton versus Rock Teland Rail Road Bridge the Circuit Court jury failed to agree after a three week trial and was discharged. The report touts Holloway's Ointment and Pills as remedies for burns, wounds, and ailments claimed to be treated in London and Paris hospitals.
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Cmicaco
Jie Ayton
Rock Teland
Holloway
London
Paris
Rand
America
Wilmot in Public Works Debate Over Slavery Issue Declines
The article reports Wilmot and rival Hig evading state issues and facing each other on August 8. Wilmot defends his stance, claims Banks policy is party driven, and notes Bigler’s critique of his slavery focus. It cites remarks from the Clarion Banner and ties to Philadelphia and Clarion.
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Saya
Wilmot
Ixanes
Packer
Min’ Er
Fica
Higher
Clition
Angiver
Dr. Wilmot
Philadelphia
Clarion
Bigher
Ligte
Herateh
le Way
Judge Wilnot on the Tariff debated in Widnot’s Clarion
The piece defends Wilmot against tariffs criticism, quoting Widnot’s Clarion. It argues Wilmot voted for the Tariff of 1842 style protections from conviction, detailing objections to the general duties and favoring targeted Pennsylvania protections. It notes his appeal to Dallas for stronger state protection and clarifies his stance on universal duties.
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Wilmot
Pennsylvania
Widnot
Clarion
Winn FL Packer
Cincinnati
Bigler
Ife
Congress
Oi& Pennsyvania
Iran
Dallas
Suspension of Specie Payments by the Bank of PuLa
PuLaDetrnta Sept 25 A general conference of presidents of all banks met this afternoon and after reviewing pressure and resources decided to suspend specie payments on checks and bills for tomorrow.
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Puladetrnta
Specia
Buchanan and slavery in the territories debate recapped
The passage recalls President Buchanan and Senator Buchanan’s positions on slavery in new territories, referencing constitutional arguments about prohibiting or permitting slavery north of the Missouri Compromise line. It cites the 1845 Texas admission resolutions and Buchanan's protests against charges of inconsistency.
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Bichanag
Silliman
Kannas
United States
Buchanan
Mtyatory
Hall
Texas
Union
Union Ag’ 'd Stata
Senate
Tesas
Thelcons
Missouri
Congress
New
Buchapap
Timk
United’ S States
Pe Pnayslvania
Staci
Buchagan
Bank Meetings in Philadelphia Resolve to Adjourn
A Philadelphia banking meeting with Hank Presidents adjourned without final action due to lack of progress on a plan. Banks may request relief from forfeiture penalties under existing law while awaiting further steps. Cashier meetings also occurred with outcomes not yet disclosed.
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Philadelphia
Ttill
Batiks
Nécth Amrica
Mechanics and Athferp
Oedd
Baltimore Banks Suspend Specie Payments
A Baltimore banking scene reports suspension of specie payments on all notes amid widespread panic. Merchants express relief as the money demand collapses from 24 percent to a lower level, with some notes retained in circulation for limited change. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad stock responds by rising to five dollars per euro.
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Baltimore
Baltimore and
Shin R. R
Wheeling Banks Suspend Specie Payments Amid Runs
Citizens of Wheeling met to urge the Bank of Wheeling to suspend specie payments to steady business after heavy runs by foreign brokers and bankers. The banks can meet liabilities, but the move aims to calm note holders and depositors.
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Wheeling
Legislature to be convened for bank suspension action
Philadelphia report states the governor will issue a proclamation ordering a special Legislature meeting on the first Tuesday in October to act on the bank suspension. A wheat cargo to Bahia last week was offered at 1 15 and then traded near 1 05, with sellers awaiting a clearer price before final sale.
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Bec
Philadelphia
Bafa
Cole Doy
Union County Ticket Assembly Officials List
A historical union county ticket lists positions and names for local offices. Notable figures include sheriff William W. Irwin and coroner Nathan P. Couch, with other roles assigned to Samuel B. Wilson clerk Alfred G. McCreary and James Sterling as Poor House Director. The document references multiple towns and trustees including Mt Kennedy, New Brighton, Sharon, Beaver, and Rochester Township.
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Union Couny
DE Lorma Imbri
P. Shaw
Lawrence
William W. Irwin
Pulaski
Register & Recorder
Sanuel B. Wilson
Will
AM Nenry
Borouch
Alfred ‘G. McCreary
N. Chighton
Abner Morton
Franklin
William G. Hunter
Brighton
Nathan P. Couch
New Brighton
Poor
James Sterling
Academy
MT Kennedy
N. Brighton
Samuel Morehead
Sharon, Yi
Smith Cunnengilam
Beaver
Abner P.lacock
Rochester
Annual Feu Attracts Large Crowd And Farmers’ Fair
Our annual fair week promises a large turnout with many patrons expected. We will be ready to discuss politics weather horse and cattle yields vegetables and related matters. Some items could not be printed this week and will be postponed to next week.
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Jon
Rahmisope
Mothers Bay
Ani
Organizing for County-Wide Political Action
A fragmented public notice calls for three days of organization across all districts to plan a unified political effort. It urges dialogue, coordinating views, and distributing materials in support of amendments and the county ticket while noting a local representative will present the Patent Office Report of 1854. It reports the death of Dr. Staw near Hyatt Kansas Territory aged about 67.
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Patent Office
Drary
Dr. Staw
Wrewras
SitAw
New Castle
Hyatt
Kansas Territory
Railway Connecion at Fort Pitt and Acquittal of Minister
Rail line discussions focus on B F W G R AR extension toward Litt yburgh and Philadelphia connection with New Brighton Accomodation Pratt stops and departs. In Allegheny Federal Street Station plans noted. At a Presbytery meeting Rev John Brows was acquitted of the charge against him. Danae Beer of Kes Ohio township shows a survey beet measuring 13 inches in circumference and 118 8 inches in length. Bridgewater set to hold event Monday.
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Littyburgh
Fac- Philadelphia
New Brighton
Pratt
Federal Street
Allegheny
Vreedom
John Brows
Danae Beer
Francis Beott
Ohio
Bridgewater
Appeals of Demagogues and Bank Discredit List
A partisan letter attacks Mr Wilmot over church interference claims and defends him against accusations. The document also lists numerous banks deemed discredited by brokers in Pittsburg and surrounding cities, detailing a broad roll across New England and mid Atlantic states.
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Llisti
Volloningi
Pittsbor Ha ‘Hallowell
Hallowell
Maine
Bank “South China
Oe Bank
Echupgs Bank
Bangor
Ningeter Bank
New Hamyshire
Danby Bank
Vermont
Uth Royalton ‘Bank
Bank of the Republic
Providerice
R. T
Bank of South
Gounty
Wokefird
Rolleshanil
I Firaers’s Bank
Wiekfurl
Thedel Tesland
Provence
Rya Tshynd
Titisk Fe Dafte Ropa
Je Idly
Ib. Als
Kscbaudss
Panic in Philadelphia Bank Failures Alarm City
A chaotic report shows widespread bank suspensions in Philadelphia as failures prompt alarm among depositors and the public, with Girard Bank delaying payments and other banks facing similar strain. The piece notes raids on deposits and a tense economic climate, plus sensational ads and medical product promotions mixed in.
Local Seminary Examina tion Report and Community Reflections
Fragmented OCR reveals a long notice from a seminary’s examination day. The piece references graduates and named individuals, mentions trustees and community praise, and notes periodicals consolidating under a new title. It also discusses national concerns, patience, and hope for institutions to resume operations.
Married in Ohio on Thursday by Rev J McGill
The notice records the marriage of Mr Martin We Eiliot to Miss Sarah J Dens in Ohio on Thursday by Rev J McGill. A second entry repeats a similar nuptial by the same clergyman for Eb to Alyss Martha Samp, in Koehpstere.
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Phursllay
Jorer McGill
Martin
Dissolution notice from Poo River county partners
The subscribers doing business at Poo River county dissolve partners by mutual consent. All persons knowing themselves indebted are asked to call and settle their accounts at 809n 431 possible. Henry Moor, who still continues the old stand, is mentioned. Date Sept 12 1867. List of Gaule s Special Court ibid 3d Mes October 1854.
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Poo
River County
Jay
Isettle
Ienry
Huang
Wenby Muoke
David Desl
Ral
de Special Court
Ik ‘Uc
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Lewis
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Jin
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Ita
Witmot
Vase Sovivbler
Phraticall
Dolly
Clint
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Philadephia Sun
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Winant
Thio
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Wiltaot
Leitigs
Ie Arhuere Bank of
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Batata
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Nidiars River Bank
Tonahands
Werk
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York
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Seekett’s Harbor
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Union Bank
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Irginia
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City Bank
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Ohie
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Ohioate Bank
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Cartsaid
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Girard
Joliey
Henkes Vania
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Sonver “Suanale Seminary
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