Emancipation Plan Stirs Debate Across Regions
In the crisis era discussion unfolds on gradual emancipation funded by war avoidance. Proposals seek removal of slavery and compensation, with border states pivotal and opportune for alliance or resistance. The piece weighs political risk, sectional interests, and hopes for national harmony amid Civil War tensions.
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Hich Jotebion
Ebedaghs
Venegra
Free States
Pusey
Africa
Gaines
Iron works proposed for this town by Boston and New York interests
Mr G G Dennis and Charles Brown of Boston met with local citizens to promote an iron establishment here. They said investors in Boston and New York were ready to form a company and invest about thirty thousand dollars if locals buy stock. They inspected Major Burnside’s lot and planned a New York trip to finalize plans and show profitability. Brown is reputedly wealthy and Dennis has sold patents recently.
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Gar Inox Works
G. G Dennis
Charles Brown
Boston
New York
Mosars
Dennis
Brown
Freemens' Bank
Burnside
Northeast Snow Storm Buries Railroads Across East
A northeast snow storm began Monday night and persisted to Wednesday night, crippling rail traffic from New York to the East. Large amounts of snow fell, unmatched in years, but by Thursday the weather cleared and the snow rapidly melted with little remaining by now.
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New York
Conflicting Reports Over Forts Sumter and Pickens
The week brought varying statements about Fort Sumter and Fort Pickens. Evacuation, reinforcement, and prov ision shortages were all claimed at times, but both forts remained in U S. hands, with no final policy decided by the Administration.
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Sumter
Pickens
Evry
Montgomery
Pickons
U. S
Briga Iris of Port Ashore Near Cardenas Total Loss
A brig named Iris bound from Cardenas to New York ran ashore on the 11th about 20 miles north of Cardenas and will be a total loss. A Gayl. Pearce letter notes a lighter carrying sugar and deck cargo reached Cardenas, another lighter near Cardeñas with a small cargo saved, and some oxen returned home on Thursday.
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Cardenas
New York
Gayl
Pearce
2St
Wadhgnees
Rand
Thureday
Election returns recount local and state office results
The town ballots heavily favored Smith for Governor and Greene for Lieutenant Governor with sizable majorities. Assembly seats show Republicans and Conservatives winning several districts while Democrats gain in others. Polls closed at 8, adjournment set for April 7 for town officer elections.
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Parti
Cambercof Gorge
Smith
I Sprague
Rhode Island political vacancies and election results list
A compiled list shows candidates and party alignments across Rhode Island towns including Providence Newport Bristol and Warwick with Republicans Democrats and Conservatives dominant. Several towns report majorities and gains while some districts lack choices or remain with old members.
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George Ay Davia
Conseree iKinfon
Thomas T. Barber
Republican
Haut
Rill Iite
Thowsa D. Saylea
Otepiblican
Em Leon Evans
Democry
Sipwithag
Sisi ‘Dimmajority
Laas
Wanwigh
Henry Butler
Ciavent Ae “Newport
Banjantin Finck
Providence
Cooear
Cranston
William L. Thornton
Alfred H. Willard
Francis W. Miner
Democrats
Cunberland
Rodman Lewis
Jason Newell
Willine Parpenter
Lyman A. Coak
Republic Instone
Henry M. Young
Democrat
Martyr
Philip L. Mathewson
Pensacrat
Providences
Christopher Holden
Laius Am Darling
Charles A. Boyds
Jarah Symonde
Jerome
Anthony
Schuyte
Henry
Onley
Welcome Aytteson
Foster
Ethan A. Jengke
Little Compton
Oliver C. Brownell
Repulican
Barrinton Rees Martin
Mi Veleon
Sam B. Chase
Fall River
C. R. Goodman
Job W. Woodman
Coventry
Ambrose S. Hopkins
William C. Ames
Patmouth
Republi
Rhode Island Votes Bring Peace and Prosperity Promised
The Providence Post and Press touts Democratic wins in Rhode Island as a path to national peace and prosperity. It highlights support for Sheffield Browne and Sprague while urging re election of current representatives to Congress and warning against Robinson and Brayton.
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Congress
General Assembly
Providence Post and Press
Union
Post
Tuvsday
Sheffield
Browne
Rhode Island
Rhode Ialand
William Sprague
Robinson
Brayton
James Smith
Tittle Rhody
Providence Press
Rhode Islanders
Bristol Election Night Drunkenness Cited in Letter
A Bristol resident laments a day of heavy drinking during the election with wives and mothers distressed by sons and husbands returning home intoxicated. The author blames liquor sellers for the degradation and sorrow, calling for accountability.
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Bristol
Concert by Rich Family at Town Hall Tonight
Mr. J. C. Rich and his two daughters present a concert of vocal and instrumental music this evening at Town Hall. They are acclaimed as fine singers. Attend to hear them perform.
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J. C. Rich
Town Hall
New York Capitalists Press for Eight Million Loan Share
The Evening Post reports strong desire among New York capitalists to secure a portion of an eight million loan. Proposals numbered 188 against 105 for the prior eight million, dated February 22. The demand for government loans is at a peak, with many outsiders applying directly or through others.
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New York
The
Evening Post
New York Ca
Election Results Stir Confidence Amid Mixed Returns
In Hartford Prass Bay area reporting Tuesday afternoon Republican Senate candidates appear favored with a projected 12 states likely to back the ticket. James E. English defeats John Woodruff in the second district by about 1000 votes while Geo C Woodruff wins the fourth district over Orris S. Ferry by a small margin. Overall, voters express satisfaction despite uneven outcomes.
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Hartford Prass
Ae Ita ii
Poetbuk Ds
Bockinghemyr
Republican Senate
Baria
James E. English
John Woodreff
Geo. C. Woodroff
Orris S. Ferry
Gen Ampudia Marches on Brownsville With 8000 Mexicans
New Orleans dispatch says Col Ford, citing Metamoras reports, that Ampudia with 8000 Mexican troops is 60 miles from Brownsville. Placards claim Texas rightfully belongs to Mexico now that it no longer supports the federal government. Reinforcements are said to be en route and Ford orders heavy guns and stores moved from Brazos Island.
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New Orleans
Texas
Col Ford
Metamoras
Ampudia
Brownsville
Mexico
Kim
Ford
Brazos Island
Rei
Philadelphia extracts a private letter from the Brooklyn off Pensacola
A private letter dated March 17 from on board the U S steamer Brooklyn describes shore disorder among 300 to 400 troops, secessionist control of Forts McRea Baroness and the Navy Yard, and Fort Pickens held by Federal troops. It states plans to retake government property, notes Union sentiment, and urges readiness to fight to defend the Constitution amid looming conflict.
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The
Philadelphia Inquirer
U.S
Brooklyn
Pensacola
McRea
Baroness
Navy Yard
Fort McRea
Barancas
Fort Pickens
Defansa
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Stara and Stripes
North
United States
Election Snow Storm Remembers 1828 Governor Gibbs Victory
The Providence Journal recalls a historic snow storm during an 1828 election when William C Gibbs won the governor’s office by a thousand votes over Samuel W Bridgham. It notes Gibbs survives as the senior living ex governor while his immediate successors are long deceased.
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Samuel W. Bridgham
Gibbs
James Fenner
Lemuel H. Arnold
Providence Journal
Slave trade activity flagged near East River piers
The New York Post notes increased spring activity among slave ships seeking ports on the Sound, along the coast, or to Africa. Vessels dodge detection by running to southern ports or Cuba, while secrecy remains imperfect and officials may discover operations.
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Africa
Cuba
N. Y. Post
Twiggs Declines Confederate Brigadier Commission amid Health Concerns
A New Orleans correspondent reports Gen. Twiggs refused a Confederate Brigadier General commission due to health and ability to endure active service. The Delta counters this, claiming Twiggs resents his Texas conduct and refuses to serve with secessionist states. An eyewitness says Twiggs has wept over abandoning his country in peril.
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Twicas
New Orleans
Boston Traveller
Gen. Twiggs
Twiggs
Texas
Boston man James McCoy requisitioned to Troy for burglary charge
Boston on March 29 report James McCoy left for Troy New York on a requisition to answer burglary accusations. He is also suspected in the earlier murder of Mr Sargeant treasurer of the Troy and Boston railroad.
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Boston
James McCoy
Troy
N. Y
McCoy
Sargeant
Troy and
Boston Railroad
Confederate Strength Grows as Rail Route Reaches Pensacola
Reports from Monroouery say active efforts push to finish a railroad to Pengacols to speed troop transport to the gulf. a few days more are needed. Provisions and ammunition flood the Confederate army as 2000 troops are said to be en route to Montgomery. reinforcement of Fort Pickens is doubted.
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Pengacols
Gulf
Fort Pickens
Montgomery
Washington News Roundup of Loans and War Dispatches
From Washington April 2 reports show a new 30 million dollar loan with bids averaging 93 1 2 and none below 93 percent. About 1.1 million aid proposals came from Newswork in Boston. The Treasury notes warehouse control prompts a suspension of in bond entries to southern ports. Sumter reinforcement remains under discussion. Pickens reinforcement denied by southern commissioners. Commander Pendergast listed for Norfolk operations. Capt Winder resigns to join copper and mining service. artillery moves expected to Fort Hamilton. Magrauder and Barry likely to follow.
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Ropa Boston
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Washington Dispatch
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Pickens
Montgomery
Pendergast
Norfolk
War Department
Winder
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Coppera
Fort Hamilton
Magrauder
Barry
Port seizures over five million cargo value in April notes
The Collector reports several seizures of Buands Ayrean cargoes at this port due to alleged wrong appraisement at republic ports. The goods, certified by consular certificates, are valued at over five million dollars and have been transferred to the Treasury Department.
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Foreign Impressments and British Fleet in Gulf
The Prov. Journal argues Britain and France will dispatch a squadron to the United States to deter Southern aggression and to counter anticipated Mexican and Central American conquests. It warns Spain may reconquer Mexico and Haiti, extending influence with Anglo-French support, making Monroe Doctrine defenses ineffectual. The article predicts a large fleet in the Gulf will check rebel ambitions and be welcomed north of the border.
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McCulloch
Foreign Journale
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France
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San Domingo
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Wigfulle
John Bull
Napoleon
Massacre at Treasury Island sets ships crew captive
The bark Superior of New Bedford was seized at Treasury Island in September by natives. Twenty six crew members were murdered and the ship burned. Six sailors survived as captives. Capt. Marcy of the British schooner Ariel secured three releases, with three still held. The vessel carried 150 sperm and 150 barrel oil, valued around $30,000, owned by J. B. Wood Co. and others, insured for $4,000.
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Surzzion
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Sydney
New South Wales
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New Bedford
Treasury Island
South Pacific
Marcy
Ariel
New Bedford Standard
Richard D. Wood
Messrs. J. B. Wood & Co
Pacific
Union Statoat
Cost of The Coneroratie Rally Salaries Estimated
From partial tables the salaries of officers privates and musicians for an army of 10 483 men authorized by the Confederate act would total about 220000 monthly or 2600000 yearly. Forage fuel quarters redeployment arms and equipment add much more to the grand aggregate.
Richmond House Debates Troop Movement Bill Amid Amendments
In Richmond on March 31 the House spent the night on a joint resolution about moving troops and arms within the commonwealth linked to a proposed transfer from Bolhola foundry. After vigorous debate amendments failed, the Senate’s amendment passed in modified form authorizing the Governor to call out the public guard to arrest removal attempts and to use all needed force to resist any move beyond state control.
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Commonwealth
Gina
Bolloha
Senate
Publi Guard
Boundary settlement transfers Pawtucket to Rhode Island and parts to Massachusetts
The Joint Special Committee of the Legislature reports a boundary transfer involving Pawtucket and Seekonk with portions west of the Mile River and other rivers reassigned to Massachusetts. About twelve thousand acres go to Rhode Island and seven thousand five hundred to Massachusetts, with Rhode Island gains a bank and a savings institution. Tax effects cited, and those opposing the settlement may file objections with the state Supreme Court on the second Monday in October.
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Lever ‘Mile
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Rhode Fekard
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Beston Courier
Private letter reports large arms manufactory in Prussia
A Rhode Island traveler in Europe relays news that a Western Prussia arms factory is producing 50 000 rifles and 50 000 swords for the South. The superintendent says payment is secured via a Paris banker.
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Prussia
Paris
Providence Journal
Famine and Industry News from Civil War Era Newspapers
Reports note dire famine in Upper India with 40 million people affected and daily deaths in the hundreds amid crop failures. Meanwhile, U.S. manufacturing outlook grows brighter as mills resume and new looms start, boosting summer business prospects.
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Anne
Washington
Atlantic
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Advanta
Ching
Pacific
Everett
Greene county grand jury backs ban on certain newspapers
The Greene County grand jury requests Sepre latura to pass a law fining and imprisoning any citizen who subscribes to The New York Post and Tribune or similar publications, aiming to curb alleged harmful press influence.
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Greene County
Georgia
New York Post and Tribune
Cleveland Plaindealen
Recruitment offices opened in New Orleans for Confederate army
Recruiting offices for enlisting one thousand men, called for by President Davis, have opened in New Orleans. Louisiana's contingent will join the Confederate army for a three year term.
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Davis
Louisiana
New Orleans
Boat Builders at Newport On Busy New Season
While walking along Long Wharf we saw boat builders in full swing with many projects ongoing. The busy season has workers engaged on as many as three boats at once amid a flurry of activity in Newport.
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Long Wharf
Méchanice
Newport News
Remembrance for Rev Enton W Maxcy Jr in St Mark’s Chapel
The Warren Telegraph reports a farewell event for Rev Enton W Maxcy Jr of St Mark’s Church. A silver Communion Service for the sick was presented on the eve of his departure to Troy New York. The 1858 confirmation class of 38 members was celebrated with thanks and warm tributes from the congregation. Numerous tokens of esteem have been given, reflecting deep affection for the retiring rector.
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Enton W. Maxcy,Jr
Troy
N. Y
James Weaton
St. Mark’s Church
Lata
Rumor of Richest Gold Mine Prompts County Excitement
A Madison County resident reports a claimed rich gold mine found near Pilot Knob, extending eight feet wide and two hundred rods long. Extraction would be costly with a one third of one percent yield and $1200 per ton, while forty acres were bought for eighty dollars.
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