Monarchy in America and the present crisis
An 1860s political commentary debates monarchy in the United States and the threatenings of southern secession. It questions free government versus concentrated power, cites South Carolina and Rhett era factions, and warns readers to watch whether discussions lead to upheaval or gradual restraint before a fall. It notes signs of evolving political intelligence and the danger of yielding to bombast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M.eak
United States
Gersarpinens
Zit
Mr. Rhett
South Carolina
Reagan
Northern Republicans Faced With Secession Pressures
Amid secession turmoil northern voters grow wary as terrified business interests threaten to tilt municipal elections toward Democrats. The South Carolina crackdown on dissent is cited as terror, with spies listening at doors to suppress disunion voices, while critics warn tyranny may topple leaders and provoke reform.
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South
Messachusetts
South Carolina
Spide
Neat Wood Street Cottage Erected for Captain Horton
A new cottage on Wood Street impresses observers with its finish matching top New England cities. Built for Captain Leonard W. Horton of the ship Flying Chandler by Mr. Thomas Pearse, the five-room first floor and multiple second floor lodgings reflect skilled craftsmanship. Captain Horton, once a Rehoboth boy, rose from onion farming to captaincy through temperance and integrity, now sailing to San Francisco and China aboard a vessel affiliated with Boston ports.
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Woodstreet
New York
Boston
Providence
Leonard W. Horton
Ship
Afr
Thomas Pearse
James E. Chase
Bristol
Capt. Horton
Rehoboth
Maes
Busij
Boetongab
San Francisco
China
Prince's Visit satire headlines Lyceum talk at Town Hall
The third Lyceum lecture will be delivered at the Town Hall on Thursday evening by Mr Dr Coxboya of New York. His subject will be The Prince's Visit. Critics in New York praise his Hudibrastic satire and lively renditions of Philadelphia and local officials.
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Town Hall
Coxboya
New York
Prince
Anon
Courier
Enquirer
de Cordova
P & ‘the Expréss
Philadelphia
Peat Dams and Railways Spur Holstein Reclamation Efforts
The article notes light soil and scarce trees but rising peat supply near Holstein towns due to new railway construction. It mentions Theilands reclamation by care, a coming source of merchandise, and a shift in agricultural impulse in the duchy. It also references storks in Aix-la-Chapelle and cranes traveling from Altona to Kiel with nests on farmhouse gables.
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Duchy of
Holstein
Holateiti
Enburg
Aix-la-Chapelle
Altona
Kiel
England and France ridicule southern secession fear
The piece notes London Times and Daily Telegraph leaders ridiculing South Carolina’s secession threat after Lincoln’s election. It argues the South cannot force disunion without Union collapse and that England and France foresee no sympathy for secession, predicting continued federal union despite tensions.
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South
England
South Carolina
France
Union
London Times
Buchanan
United States
Lincoln
Daily News
Times
The
Daily Telegraph
Hamburg to Kiel Ramble by Rail and Railways Hassles
A traveler recounts a journey from Hamburg to Kiel with stops at Altona and Copenhagen. The narrative blends impressions of German courtesy and blunt discomfort, detailing railway baggage checks, crowded carriages, smoking habits, and the challenge of navigating stations.
Lecture of Mr Pettes Delights Large Audience
We could not attend the Tuesday lecture but hear from attendees that Mr Pettes fully sustained his reputation as a literary caterer and that the large intelligent audience were delighted with the rich feast offered.
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Pettes
London markets cheer as cotton and gold flow stabilize
The Europa dispatch indicates no panic from the financial crisis. Gold remittances arrive smoothly and cotton prices show only small declines while demand strengthens for yarns and clubs in Manchester. England appears debtor to the U S, not vice versa, with renewed optimism urged after a cautious week. Readers advised not to dump merchandise and to await the coming week's developments.
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Manchester
England
Noy
Boston Journal
Resigned Treasurer Cobb Dismisses Threats to Union
The writer laments Mr. Lecretory Cobb’s resignation and predicts he will focus on destroying the Union. They note Cobb left the Treasury empty and warn that successors face a tough task. The piece argues that men like Cobb, Rhett, Cushing, and Yancey thrive on conflict and unrest.
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Lecretory Cobb
Herreshoff Invents Ankle Brace For Skates
J B Herreshoff, son of Charles F Herreshoff, has invented an ankle brace for skates with two side plates connected by pivots at the heel and a feather strap around the leg. The device eases ankle strain and reduces fatigue after short skating. Four related patent applications were filed and four patents granted.
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J. B. Herreshoff
Charles F. Herreshoff
Patent Office
Sailor Injured by Falling Bale on Chief Sloop
John Ide, a sailor aboard the Chief, was struck in the hatchway by a falling bale of goods. He sustained a severe head wound and was treated at A. T. and T. J. Usher’s store where Dr. Drury sewed and dressed the cut.
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John Ide
Drury
Gov Thomas Named Secretary of the Treasury
Gov Thomas who recently served as Commissioner of Patents has accepted the Treasury post and began duties on Thursday. Shugert, former Chief Clerk, now discharges the Patent Office duties as the former Treasury secretary returns home to advocate secession.
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Ew. Gov. Thomas
Patents
Secretary of the Treasury
Shugert
Mass municipal election results favor Democrats in several cities
Massachusetts cities held elections Monday with Republican defeats. Boston elected Democrat J M Wightman as mayor through fusion of Bell Everett and Democratic groups. Worcester chose Democrat Isaac Davis, Newburyport chose Democrat Mr Davenport, and Lynn Roxbury Charlestown also backed Democrats.
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Massachusetts
Boston
J.M. Wightman
Bell and Everett
Woroester
Mon
Isaac Davis
Newburyport
Davenport
Lynn
Roxbury
Charlestown
Suira’s Paralysis Learaxe Preserver Endorsed
The article preserves leather and makes boots and shoes waterproof for dry feet this season. It is praised as a blessing for preventing snow water damage. Available from Il J Pitman.
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Suira
Il. J. Pitman
Unconstitutional South Carolina Law Cited by Sailor
A sailor recounts how South Carolina law bars freemen from a state hospital, forcing his sick cook to stay jailed and highlighting a clash with federal rules. He notes officials will enforce state law to keep office and urges gradual reform rather than projecting the beam from one eye.
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Mr. Bavary
South
South Carolina
Free States
Charleston
D. C
Rio Janeiro
United States
Frigid Morning Sets Record Lows with Northwest Winds
A frigid morning opened with the coldest dawn of the period as thermometers dipped to near 40 degrees. Overnight, winds blew from the northwest, keeping temperatures brisk and unsettled across the region.
London Times regrets Webster not in Lincoln cabinet
The London Times notes that Daniel Webster has not secured a seat in President Lincoln's cabinet, contrasting English papers' weaker grasp on rents in this country with American mechanics' knowledge of European affairs.
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The
London Times
Daniel Webster
Lincoln
Conservative NY World editorial on Union, rights, and cotton states
The New York World urges caution in public matters and defends the Union as a blessing. It argues for granting cotton states their rights within the Constitution while warning against perpetual Southern dominance and threats to dissolve the Union.
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New York World
New York City
Uniya Tn
Congressional Debates on Union Preservation and Committee Proposals
Senate and House debates focus on preserving the Union amid secession. Discussions cover continuation of the last session’s standing committee, a relief proposal for Kansas sufferers, homestead law readings, and amendments to enforce the Constitution. A special committee is urged to harmonize public sentiment and address federal power and territorial questions.
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Senate
Sumner
Thaddeus Hyatt
Kansas
Powell
Collamer
Br. King
Yulee
Green
Latham
California
Foster
Douglass
Brown
Pugh
Hale
Senaté
House of Representatives
Hawkins
Florida
Davis
Maryland
Pennington
South
Mississippi
Alabama
Georgia
South Carolina
Arkansas
Texas
Enrisiana
Vallandigham
Northwest
Sherman
Committee On Ways and Means
Treasury
Bankin
Fragmentary 1830s Congressional Debate on Slavery and Oregon
The text reviews a House message concurring with a law on Oregon admission and outlines several antebellum positions on slavery in the District of Columbia and states’ rights. It mentions amending provisions, a Union resolution, and political exchanges about debt and Seminole expulsion costs tied to Florida’s statehood.
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United States
Maryland
Congress
House
Oregon House of Representatives
Speaker
Jennie
Bonham
Morris
Rlingis
Jeave
Patna
Corry
Syn
Old Public Functionary and British View on Cotton State Ties
The Washington correspondent argues that the Old Public Functionary is weak on secession but wise on some points. He believes Britain will not favor trade with the cotton states unless gradual emancipation and abolition of the slave trade are promised, warning that King Cotton lacks allies without such concessions.
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Fox Paxsipent
Washington
New York
Bayes
Mae Levene
Cotton
Chicago
Bussington
Sam
Detroit
Camp— Bell
New York Visitors Seek Guidance to Restore Harmony in Country
The piece notes a delegation from New York and allies planning a Washington visit to propose remedies for national discord and public embarrassment. It mentions hopeful potent counsellors and stresses the goal of harmony and safety for all citizens. A Bath for northern teachers expulsion is reported, with Charleston noted for resolutions. Dr. Wie tar's Balsam of Wild Cherry advertised as a remedy.
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New York
Washington
Boston Post
Massie
Bath Gambe
Eck Resolverd
Charleston
Legion
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