Birth of the Oregon State and its constitutional clash
A Bristol editorial notes the admission of Oregon as a new state and debates its anti slave clause as contrary to republican and constitutional principles. It argues courts decide constitutional questions, praises Oregon’s free institutions, and hopes for closer Union and accelerated Pacific commerce.
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Congress
Oregon
Congres
U.S
U 5. Express-Ly
South Carolina
North
Casa
Jana
Pacific
West
Providence Ratifies American Republican Nominations
A large Republican meeting in Providence on Monday evening ratified the nominations of the American Republican State Convention. Christopher Robinson of Cumberland was praised as the Eastern District candidate for Congress, with Thomas Davie and others addressing the gathering. Resolutions pledged support and efforts to elect Robinson.
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Puuvipesce
Providence
Anthony
Samuel G Arnold
Wm W Iloppin
Wm Sandford
Christopher Robinson
Cumberland
Congress
Thomas Davie
C C van Zandt
Davis
United States
Regular monthly Court of Probate meeting announced
A regular monthly meeting of the Court of Probate will be held at the Probate Office on Monday afternoon next at two o'clock. A reward of $500 is offered for the capture of the Jencks brothers, bound over for Supreme Court appearance for arson in Providence last year, who have fled the city.
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Court of Probate
He Holden
Gam
Jencks
Supreme Court
Providence
Abolition Debate On Mr Davis Stirring District Opinion
A local report cites a pending Supreme Court term in town next week and discusses Mr Davis potential Congress bid. It notes strong abolitionist views, cites William Lloyd Garrison, and asks if Davis represents state sentiment while praising his honesty but fearing extreme positions will hinder reconciliation.
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Davis
Providence
Willliam Storp Garrison
Clay
Webster
Garrison
United States
Davie
Mp“ Girtectt
Mr. Davis
Snow Story Records Severe Winter Storm
The severest snow storm this season began Thursday evening and lasted through the night. Wind blew from the southeast. Friday brought mild, rainy weather and several inches of slush. March arrived with bluster, threatening to match winter’s severity, yet hints at possible calmer days for planting tares.
Old Folks Concert Delights Crowd With Rich Music
A Wednesday Old Folks Concert drew a full hall as the choir and seven Pierce family members performed Sweet Bella are Ringing and The Beautiful Star Nellie Gray and band pieces entertained with a piano flute violin and bagpipes. Applause rose for all, and many were kept outside by packed seating.
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Mr. Pierce
Star
Nellie Gray
Republicans Harmonize Ticket With Hill in Warwick
Mr. Thomas J. Hill of Warwick was placed on the Republican ticket by the Republican State Committee, replacing Horace Babcock who declined nomination. The move signals Republican efforts to harmonize with the American Republicans.
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Thomas J. Hill
Warwick
Republican State Committee
Horace Babcock
Sloat's Sewing Machines Ad Attracts City Readers
Readers are urged to visit the Lyceum building to view Sloat's Family Sewing Machines in operation. The simple construction promises reliable stitching, hemming, and gathering with ordinary care. Also reported is a fire at The Brass Foundry on South Main and Shamrock streets, nearly destroying the building and stock loss. The cause is suspected incendiary. In Cranston, Frederick Williams dies suddenly at age about eighty in his home after a healthful morning routine and fire-side seating.
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Sloat
Lyceum
Firsty
Providence
South Main and
Shamrock Streets
Frederick Fuller, Jr
Eg Sippen
Frederick Williams
Cranston, R 1
Providence Daily Press to Debut This Spring
An evening paper titled Providence Daily Press will launch on March 15. Proprietors include Mr. Cooke of Warren Telegraph and Mr. Danielson of the Providence Post. The venture aims to fill the city’s lack of an evening paper as four state elections approach in March and April.
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Providence
Providence Daily Press
Cooke
Warren Telegraph
Afr
Danielson
Providence Post
Newspaperia
New Hampshire
Connecticut
Rhode Island
Virginia
Extra Senate Session Sought After In Providence
An extra U S Senate session was commended on Friday with Henry B Anthony elected to fill the seat of Phillip Allen whose term ended on the 3d. J F Simmons was at his post. Citizens wonder at the purpose of the召 extra session and its proceedings in Providence.
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U. S. Senate
Henry B. Anthony
Phill Allen
Providence
J. F. Simmons
Tait
Rhode Island Parties Prepare for 17th State Convention
The Rhode Island State House in Providence will host state and district conventions on the 17th to choose slates for General Offices and Congress. The party split between American Republicans and Republicans could leave Democrats with a chance to win some general offices or the Eastern District seat if a compromise is not reached before the April election.
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Congress
Thetate House
Providence
American Party
Public Schools of Bristol Chronicle Notes and Key Tragedy
The article recounts Bristol education history from private to public schools with figures for 1829 30 through 1834 35 and notes staff changes including Mr Slidden and Mr Storrs. It also reports the February 27 1860 murder of U S District Attorney Philip Barton Key by Daniel Sickles and the immediate aftermath and inquest.
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Abner Alden
A. M
Penuel Corbet
Isaac Lewin
Storrs
O Storrs
Monitorial School
J. Crosa
James C Slidden
Slidden
Hidden
M Dennis
Gusheo
Fenale
Adda. Puno
The Sicxtus Tragedy and Sickles Case Update
Feb 28 Wasarxpton reports Mr Sickles will stay in jail until Monday when the case heads to the Grand Jury. His counsel argues for a habeas corpus but it would reveal the entire cage. Sickles admits to a clergy man that the confession is correct. Key’s funeral is set for tomorrow. The bar meets, mourning Mr Key’s death and plans to attend in a body. Sickles is ill and confined to bed refusing visitors. S has allowed his wife and child to stay with Mrs S’s mother who arrives tonight. Rumors say Mr Butterworth was arrested as an accessory to Key’s killing.
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Washington
Disratcr
Kuensya Daxige E. Sicktzs
Philip Barton Key
United States
District of Columbia
Daniel Ey Sickle
Sickles
Lafayette Square
Key
Butterworth
New York
Mr. Key
National Club House
Fred
Attornee
Wasarxpton
Grand
Disaster at Sea Wreck Princess Leaves Many Wounded
Reports from the Princess wreck describe 100 plus wounded and several dying as rescuers bring eight confirmed injured ashore. Bodies drift along the river as official details remain unclear. A northern route alert and riverfront excitement grow while the vessel’s escape attempt ends tragically. A Westport boy, Albert Potter, 17, weighs 210 pounds and defies school norms with a boastful tale of strength.
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New Orleans
Anomzx
Westport
Mamed Albert Potter
American Republican unity urged in Rhode Island contention
The Providence Journal editorial urges voters in Bristol to seek union between Americans and Republicans to oppose the federal administration. It discusses conventions, names American Republican as the authorized opposition, and endorses Parker for Treasurer while noting two Congress nominees and support for the Governor, Secretary of State, and Attorney General tickets.
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Bristol
Providence Journal
Republican Committee
Rhode Island
Nawe
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
People’s Party
Hom
Assembly
New Jersey
People's Party
New York
American Republican Organization
Ashe
Fed
Babcock
Congress
American Republican Party
Friends
Davis and Robinson Support Fractured Canvass Spared Debate
In a district letter the authors back Mr. Robinson for the American Republican nomination, praising his past Whig principles and long service. They argue differences with Mr. Davis are minor, urging a temperate campaign and unity with the party.
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Davis
Robinson
Henry Clay
Narragansett Indians and Supreme Court cases debate in legislature
The Senate debated an act relating to the Narragansett Indians and considered an amended Supreme Court statute. House actions included bank returns, school education petitions, and a resolution on equity jurisdiction in the Silvestra/Hazard case. Pending votes adjourned to the following session.
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Senate
Ear. Eames
Haskill
Cumberland
Providence
Peck
East Greenwich
Supreme Court
House of Representatives
Sheffield
Committee On the Judiciary
Ballou
Smithfield
Equity
Robert Silves
Charles JT. Hazard
General Assembly
van Zandt
Newport
Sanford
Jenckes
Hayes
Blake
Manchester
Fall River
King
North Providence
Moers
Angell
Joseph Anthony
Baker
Smith
Spaulding
Steers
Updike
Eames
Excellency
Fames
Cody
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