Democratic Clubs Demand Governor Grimes Act to Halt Influx
A September session of Fairfield Jefferson County Democratic Club adopts resolutions denouncing the influx of armed men through Iowa toward Kansas and urging Governor Grimes to interpose his authority or resign. The record cites fear of invasion, calls for public publication, and emphasizes duty of citizens to act. The piece also includes a lengthy political sermon contrasting Nebraska and Kansas prospects, praising Nebraska’s land, climate, and safety for settlers.
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Absurdities Mark Political Rivalry in Early GOP Debate
A critical collage notes inconsistencies among Republican abolitionists. It cites claims of being a true Republican, anti slavery, and pro freedom while nominating a slaveholder or a renegade as president hopeful. The piece mocks the party’s regional bias and lack of fresh leadership.
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Murdering Parson and Political Rant in 19th Century Letters
Fragmented excerpts describe Thomas Corwin in Connecticut refusing to back Fremont and a Kansas Republican report praising a murder by a clergyman named Martin White. The text also notes large crowds at a 1856 election rally, political volleys, and scattered reflections on abolitionism and Union cohesion.
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Walker forces in Sandua facing resistance from natives
From New York dated Oct 2, reports on Walker's regime in Nicaragua with about 1,600 American and native troops in good health. A detachment failed twice to dislodge entrenched natives at Sandu cinto, losing twenty. Enemies claimed 160 killed. Walker to deploy artillery for a third attempt. Also news from St Louis about Geary moving to arrest him in Nebraska and Havens party preparing to organize for October elections.
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Michigan Election Report Detroit October 6
Detroit reports in Michigan election results with Democrats carrying statewide seats and a Senatorial victory by about 1000 votes. The Upper Peninsula election for state senator and two representatives occurred on September 30.
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Arrison Sentenced at Last in Cincinnati Murder Case
Williams Arrison, convicted of manslaughter in the first degree for killing Isaac Allison with an infarnal machine, has been sentenced to ten years at hard labor in the State Penitentiary plus costs. The lengthy report quotes varied anecdotes and remarks from the era alongside the verdict and sentence.
Horse Thief Cook Captured After Pursuit in Jasper County
A long-standing horse theft ring operating from the Beaver Lake area in Jasper County is disrupted after a chase led to a house near Newport Vermilion County. The suspect known as Cook alias Kelly shot a pursuer, was captured, and taken to jail. Notes found on him include six to seven hundred dollars and jewelry. The associate Sheffer, who aided Cook, was arrested and jailed.
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Election Night Co operation Plan Urges Telegraph Aid
A century old notice urges election day coordination among Inspectors of Election Telegraphic Operators and newspaper staff. It calls for counting electoral votes at once and transmitting results only that night to publish the following morning. It promotes universal press cooperation and cautions against overreaction in pursuit of truth and virtue.
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