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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1861

Page

2

Union and the Territories Compromise Debate at Faneuil Hall

Massachusetts leaders urge conciliation over secession as they press for a Crittenden style compromise on the 36 30 line to bar slavery north of it. Speakers warn coercion risks civil war, urge unity with Border States, and call for constitutional amendments to preserve the Union.

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Northern and Southern reconciliation urged at key meeting

In a charged speech, a speaker urged North and South to reconcile over the slavery question and America’s future policy. He warned that anti slavery sentiment has grown in the North and that both sections misinterpret each other. He urged quick action to unite the country and to seize the moment of opportunity before the hour passes. The resolutions were adopted as the gathering adjourned at 10:20 PM.

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Senate and House Debates on Secession Chicago Era

The Senate discussed state rights and treason as Johnson attacked the Union and Louisiana secession. The House debated coercion, postal service, India bonds, and possible constitutional amendments. A Kentucky governor's call for a constitutional convention was noted, with adjournment and an evening session showing cautious optimism for preservation of the Union.

Washington Convention News From the Union Side

The Convention met in Washington to discuss the war and union policy. Ex-President Tyler chaired as Peace Convention leader. Reports note private sessions, ongoing Union victories in Virginia, and talks of border state conciliations and Crittenden proposals.

Louisiana Custom House Opens and Texas Secession Rumors

New Orleans reports the Custom House opening by Louisiana authorities while Texas appears to favor joining a Southern Confederacy as the convention passes a military bill. An adjournment proposal seeks to cut costs amid reports of 154 to 6 in secession sentiment. Foreign goods delivery to Louisville importers faces shipment restrictions unless duties are settled in New Orleans.

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Fort Pickens Truce Sought by Secessionists Granted by Lieut Slemmer

The truce at Fort Pickens was requested by the Secessionists and granted by Lieut Slemmer. Reported return of the Mississippians follows word that they would be needed in their own state.

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Texas Secession Move At Texas Convention News

The Convention met today with important business. It is believed the secession ordinance will be submitted to the people on February 20 and a new Convention called March 2. In the Senate a resolution approving the Convention proceedings passed. Houston reports the Governor condemning New York Legislature resolutions and hopes Texas will unite to defend rights. a secession ordinance submission resolution was lost, while the House passed a statewide patrol bill.

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Resolutions Tied to Washington Commissioners

At Mitwacker Wisconsin a large Union meeting adopted resolutions disavowing interference with Southern institutions and urging the Legislature to appoint Commissioners to Washington. In Madison the Legislature is considering appointing Commissioners to Washington. In Harrisburg Pennsylvania Governor Curtin orders a Virginia election salute and Congress debates Virginia congratulatory resolutions. The steamship United Kingdom from Glasgow arrived in Portland arriving to discharge Canadian cargo before heading to New York.

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