Republicans Alone Can Save the Union Says Unyielding Voice
An editorial argues the Union can only be saved by Republicans, denouncing Democrats and urging a lawful, constitutional approach. It warns against concessions, cites South Carolina and Alabama pressures, and uses a domestic allegory about a disunited marriage to illustrate political coercion and responsibility.
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Fanveil Hall
Boston
Massachusetts
Benedict Arnolds
Judas Iscariots
Caroline
Alabama
South Carolina
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Uunion
Anly
Crittenden Plan
South
Union
Republicana
Forsooth
Torestail
Aloma
Senate
Mr. Caudle
Washington's Birthday Celebration in Town Highlights
The town observed Washington's Birthday with a daytime artillery salute, parades, and a grand dinner hosted by local Congregational Society ladies. Ex-Governor Diman and Rev. Stowe led prayers as speakers recalled Washington's Farewell Address and urged national unity and education.
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Washington
Bristol
Artilley
Portland
Gol
Wardwell
Congregations Society
Diman
Stowe
Shepard
George Washington
Virginia
Army of
United Colonies
Continental Congress
United States
Alt. Vernon
Congress of the Colonies
Mesars. Eldridge
Hubbard
Ela
Lincoln Inauguration Rumors and Threats Stir Public Awe
A Philadelphia era piece recounts rumors around President Lincoln’s inauguration and alleged threats by ex Secretary Floyd. It notes advice for Lincoln to travel via Baltimore, reports of planned attacks, and anxious crowds at Harrisburg and Washington with groans upon his arrival.
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Lincoln
Floyd
United States
Washington
Harrisburg
Baltimore
Providence Tugeday Conventions Fail To Name Ticket
Six conventions met in Providence including Democratic State, two District, Constitutional State, and two District gatherings. No ticket was agreed, adjourned to Wednesday the 6th. Plan is to nominate the same State ticket as spring with changes for Lieut. Governor and Congress representatives Alfred Anthony for the Western District and Samuel G. Arnold for the Eastern District.
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Providence
Tugeday
Sain Caure
Congress
Alfred Anthony
Samuel G. Arnold
Seventh lecture draws large crowd on Inventions of the Age
The seventh lecture of the course was delivered Thursday evening by Rt. Rev. Bishop Clark in his pleasant style. His subject Inventions of the Age attracted an unusually large audience and was entertaining as well as instructive. The eighth lecture by Geo. S. Willard of Boston on Books and Reading will be March 14. The ninth closing lecture by Rev. E. H. Chapin of New York will be on the 27th instant.
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Gar
Bishop Clark
Fon
Geo
Willard
Boston
E. H. Chapin
New York
Supreme Court Terms Open in Chia County Town
The March term of the Supreme Court for Chia County will commence in this town on Monday next, signaling the start of formal judicial proceedings for the term.
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Supreme Court
Chia County
Court of Probate Monthly Meeting Notice
The regular monthly meeting of the Court of Probate will be held at the Probate Office on Monday afternoon next at 2 o clock.
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Court of Probate
Gen Twiggs resigns Texas army to seceders
Gen Twiggs commanding in Texas resigns his entire force to the secessionists and offers services to Georgia. The Atlantic Monthly March lists German universities The Professor's Story Gymnastics Land Locked Two or Three Troubles Harbors of the Great Lakes The Man Who Never Was Young The Men of Schwysz A Nook of the North Behind the Musk Diamonds and Pearls Reviews and Literary Notices.
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Genenat
Atlantic Monthly
Great Lakes
Schwysz
Bristol Youth Club Needs Reading Room and Library
A Bristol correspondent urges creation of a youth organization tied to a library and reading room to elevate young men. He argues existing groups exist but lack mind enlarging aims and local backing. calls on affluent citizens to support such a project and sustain earnest efforts to guide the young toward constructive paths.
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Phenix
Epirox
Bristol
United Efforts for the Young's Success in Community
A letter praising collective support from readers and urging continued aid for youth. The author notes sincere wishes to help and hopes readers respond with encouragement as the community works toward a hopeful, united future.
Deafness Healed by Providence Doctor Report
Local report praises Dr Liguraiy for relieving catarrh and relates a certificate from Mrs O Glasby of Pawtucket noting five years of left ear deafness and later right ear deafness improved by Dr Lighthill in Providence restoring hearing. The notice calls attention to an advertisement in another column. Feb 28 1861.
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Lighthill
Providence
Meissen Excursion Reveals Hahnemann Birthplace and Porcelain Works
An American party tours Meissen on August 23 to visit the Hahnemann birthplace and the porcelain manufactory in the old castle. They observe the Gothic cathedral, the river scenery, and the intricate pottery processes from paste preparation to firing, noting the labor and costs involved.
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Thoraday
Meissen
Dresden
Hahnemann
Homeopathy
Couner
Haahnemann
Suone
Dom
Martin Luther
Saxony
Rhode Island Senate and House Proceedings Late February
The Rhode Island Senate organized with Nathaniel Church as temporary president due to the governor and secretary of state’s absence. Bills and petitions were referred to committees, and a special resolution urged Congress to consider Franklin propositions from the Peace Conference. The House reported peddling license petitions and a boundary act. both chambers adjourned without major action.
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Senate
Secretary
Henry A. Bartlett
Currey
Nathaniel Church
Tus
Bayley
Arm Pearce
Providence Western Land Company
Mauss
Serante
M. House of Representatives
Dizon
Westerly
Tharadsy
Mr. Cook
Finance
Jessie B. Tucker
Foster
Uriah Potter
Coventry
Curry
Committee of the Judiciary
Providence
North
Cook
House of Representatives
Gongrew
Washington
Congrere
Rhode Island
Virginia
Citizens Univers
Congress
Debates on Prohibition and Slavery Proposals in Rhode Island Assembly
The Rhode Island House debated the Franklin Propositions and broader anti slavery measures. Members argued over instructing delegates in Congress and whether to table or pass resolutions, with votes recorded and adjournment following. The session addressed resisting new compromises and concerns about fugitive slave laws and secession states.
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Brown
Barrington
Congress
Cook
Bayley
General Assembly
Osborn
Fall River
Rhode Island
Peckham
Reynolds
Rodman
Sherman
Sweet
Waterman
Weeden
Noxs
Messrs
Congdom
Paine
Richmond
Whitman
House of Representatives
House
Holmes
Committee On Finance
Rez I. Art
Wilson
Charles S. Bradley
Choranssa Jonckes
Rhode Ind
Massachusetts
Nowell
Judiciary
Optician L Szisusin Promotes Wide Stock of Eyewear
L Szisusin of 15 Westy.inotes St Providence Rhode Island advertises a large stock of optical goods and instruments. He claims extensive experience in Rhode Island and Massachusetts and offers gold silver shell and steel frames Eye glasses magnifying lenses telescopes and other instruments with warranties and five year sight suitability.
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L. Szisusin
Optician
Inotes
Durrance Street
Providence
Cneeale
Ublic
Esanate
Thia
Rss
Mr. S
Rhode
Massachusetts
Europass
Jefferson Davis Not Yet Indicted Despite Recognition Following Visit
Washington reports indicate Jefferson Davis has not been indicted. A congressional delegation led by Senator Douglas visited, with Lincoln praised as a cause for the interview. The meeting appeared cordial among longtime friends and acquaintances. A New York paper notes revival in general business, especially groceries and goods.
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Washington
Senator Douglas
Lincoln
Joes Formel
Douglas
New York
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