Old Democrats and Republicans Unity in Danger The Nation
The piece argues old Democrats are adapting to new political realities while true Republicans defend the Constitution and Union. It warns against supporting administrations that compromise constitutional principles and urges citizens to openly back Lincoln’s Administration to preserve the Union and equal rights. It condemns attempts to divide by names and irrelevant issues.
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Democrati
Republican Party
Abiy
Palon
Whih
Tras Ropub- Upat Party
Lincoln
United States
Providence Journal Rumor on Bristol Capital Venture
A Providence report references alleged plans for a Bristol iron works venture with Boston investors. It notes uncertain capital needs, expected subscription by Bristol citizens, and reports from several cities about similar schemes. A Bristol fire incident is also described as possibly incendiary and unrelated to the capital talk.
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Providence Journal
Q. G Deanis
Dennis Hog
Boston
Q. H. Reynolds
Providence
Apati
Bristow
New York
Bristol
Severe storm hits coastal towns causing dock and rail damage
A Saturday gale from the southeast with rain collapsed wharves at Gardner's and Sprague's, washed away a plank wharf, damaged land near Capt. Lawless, and submerged parts of Pappasquagh road. The Providence Journal notes flooding, cellar inundation, and auroral displays after the storm, with railroad washouts between Indian Bridge and Lyon's shore and damaged bridges.
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Agfternoon
Gardner's Wharf
Thames Street
Portsmouth
Tiverton
Providence Journal
Bristol and Warren
Indian Bridge
Lyon
Hongsre
Reports on abandonment of Sumter and Pickens not confirmed
Washington dispatches say rumors that Sumter and Pickens were to be abandoned have not been confirmed. No official action or timetable is provided, and authorities have not acknowledged any planned withdrawal or strategic redeployment.
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Washington
Forth Sumter
Pickens
Rebuilding St Michael s Church Edifice Resumes
Reconstruction of St Michael s Church, halted last fall, began again early this week. If weather stays favorable, completion is expected by mid summer, making it one of the finest structures in New England.
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St. Michael’s Church
New England
Town Death Toll Too High For Week Amidst No Epidemic
The week shows an unusually high number of deaths in the town with no epidemic. Causes include old age infirmities, long-standing diseases, and other common ailments. Except for severe colds sweeping New England, overall health remains near normal.
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New England
Election Integrity Warns Against Bribery In State Race
A public appeal urges voters to resist bribery as the state election approaches in two weeks. The note warns that corrupt payments threaten life and property, cautions parties to prevent demoralizing deals, and stresses that suffrage rights hinge on election purity. It highlights wealth influence on Legislature and Courts and calls for voters to act on principle.
Republican Convention Ticket Described by Providence Delegates
The electors chosen by the Providence convention on the 7th are portrayed as men of high character and proven ability. They are described as conservative, unionist, and united in support of the Constitution and the Union, with the convention praised as tall, intelligent, and harmonious.
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Providence
Gonzi's Laplrs Boor for April Delights Ladies
The April issue shows spring fashion plates headdresses bonnets and new embroidery likely to charm the fair sex. Mrs Rasher returns with questions about a husband and a so called coat of arms in this unusually rich contents edition.
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Gonzi
Assembly adjourns after lengthy session on private petitions
The General Assembly adjourned after a six week session marked by heavy private petitions. Lawful business was lighter than in recent years and delays were blamed on petitioners pushing matters late. Observers say four week sessions could handle necessary state business, given salary constraints and costs.
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Jose
Five Cent Savings Banks Promote Thrift Across Cities
The Five Cent Savings Banks are praised as engines of thrift for the poor and improvident, turning small change into deposits and fostering discipline. The Franklin Five Cent Savings Bank in Providence has already taken about $20,000 since January, with interest on deposits of a dollar and up. Gov Sprague presides as president and Winthrop DeWolf serves as secretary treasurer, guiding depositors at No. 56 Westminster Street, Providence.
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Beneft
Franklin Five Cent Savings Bank
Providence
Gov
Sprague
Winthrop DeWolf
DeWolf
Westminster Street
Western and Eastern Constitutional Union Conventions Nominate
The Western Democratic and Constitutional Union and the Eastern Constitutional Union met in Providence on Tuesday afternoon to nominate Representatives to Congress. George H. Brown, a staunch Democrat, led the Western ticket, while William P. Sheffield of Newport headed the Eastern and Union slate, a former Whig. Both nominations reportedly accepted, with Sheffield noted as one of the Inez gentlemen switching allegiance after years of opposition.
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Western Democratic and Constitutional Union
Eastern Constitutional Union Convention
Providence
Congress
Western Union
George H. Brown
Eastern Democratic and the Union
William P. Sheffield
Newport
Inez
Campaign sheet for Sprague’s re election launched
A daily political campaign sheet titled The Constitutional Union began publication Monday to advocate Governor Sprague’s re election. It appears to originate from the Providence Press office, closely resembling the Providence Post in its political stance amid the current contest.
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Sprague’ Party
The
Constitutional Union
Sprague
Providence Press
Whcse
Providence Post
Democratic and Constitutional Union Ticket Endorsement
The essay argues the Democratic and Constitutional Union slate repeats last year’s lineup with the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General candidates similar to the Republican side. It notes the named officials did not vote for Mr. Lincoln and aren’t especially allied to his administration, yet remain popular and high minded while Republicans have chosen men loyal to their principles.
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Democratic and Constitutional Union
Repub Hoad
Lincoln
Pocketed Curio List From a Child's Pockets
A local note recalls a boy found with 69 pearl pebbles 5 marine shells a knife slate pencils marbles a pocket book lead pencil a tin bar a copy of Lincoln's inaugural address two half sheets of commercial paper a nail a pair of whiskers and a handkerchief.
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Lincoln
Local meeting discusses compulsory schooling four months a year
A town meeting notice invites residents to hear a discussion on whether children aged five to fifteen should be required to attend four months of school annually. The agenda includes debate on the proposal and related public interest. The snippet also recalls Civil War fortifications and a noted floating battery.
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Falk
RANDOM SKETCHES OF PARIS STREETS AND SOUNDS
A first person vignette wanders the Rue Vivienne observing Paris life. The narrator notes bakers, chimney sweeps, a gendarme, a milliner, a priest, a blind fiddler, a rod organ, and street vendors. Characters from artisans to soldiers mix with vivid street scenes, ending with Paris’s enduringly restless character.
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Deux Sceurs Marchand
Napoleon
America
Pan
Olympic
Annie Lawrie
Mary Ann
Paris
Artezane
Turkey
Brussels
Grisette Low
the Invalides
Yarrow Street
Abe
Washington News On Civil War Crisis And Possible Congress Session
A Washington dispatch to the New York Commercial Advertiser discusses excitement over Major Anderson's fort and the need for surrender, with Southern sympathies and calls for reinforcement. It predicts an extra congressional session in May to address the Confederate advance, and questions Republican defections among Buchanan appointees while noting many shift to Lincoln.
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Washington
Efhs
York
Lise
Pete Sevilans
United States
Congress
Buchanan
Lincoln
Washington March 13 Fort Sumter to be evacuated Monday
World correspondence reports Gen Scott said the garrison at Fort Sumter would be out by Monday. Mention of Indiana’s Holloway named Patents Commissioner and Ohio’s D K Carter as Nebraska Governor. Southern commissioners advised restraint pending Fort Sumter movements. Reports also say Giddings may be Montreal Consul General and future blockades analyzed. Simultaneously Washington notices nominations and Senate confirmation, with no formal evacuation order yet issued.
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Gen. Scott
Fort Sumter
Holloway
Indiana
D. K. Carter
Ohio
Nebraska
Fort Sumpter
Giddings
Montreal
Montgomery
Davie
Amona Tuck
Boston
Willard Phillips
Salem
Mase
Rufus Hosmer
Frankfort-on-the Main
Archibald Williams
Kansas
William P. Dole
Senate
Fort
Sumter
Pro Lincoln Prayer Moves South Carolina Readers
Philadelphia Inquirer Charleston correspondent reports March 4 reaction to Lincoln inaugural address. He describes hundreds urged to reason and duty, many SC natives expressing unity with the Union. A reader’s reading of the message stirs tears and a man cries God bless Abraham Lincoln.
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South Carolina
Charleston
Philadelphia Inquirer
Abraham Lincoln
Clam Bonanza After Violent Newport Beach Storm
A severe weekend storm at Easton's Beach drove large sea clams from the ocean floor onto the shore. Hundreds of bushels were gathered yesterday as clams four to five inches long and over a pound in weight washed up, an event not seen in many years according to Newport News.
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Easton
Newport News
Mysterious throat illness cripples two youths
The Cape Ann Advertiser notes Noah Burnham Jr. about 19 or 20 and Elisabeth Clifford around 16 suffered a mysterious throat ailment months ago causing paralysis of the legs and inability to stand. Newport News adds two cases in their city show similar rare outcomes.
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Sovau
Noah Burnham, Jr
Elisabeth Clifford
Cape Ann
Charleston Tax Bill in Harsh Form Struck by Councils
Charleston city councils advance a punitive tax plan taxing real estate at 120 per 100 dollars, goods at 120 per 100, with levies on interest dividends income and many items. The measure also imposes fees on slaves dogs ships and various licenses amid warnings of dire conditions unless slavery ends. Gov. Andew of Massachusetts appoints April 4 as a day of fasting humiliation and prayer with council approval.
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Gov
Sindrew
Massachusetts
Thoreday
Optician of Providence Promotes Large Optical Stock
A Providence optician at 116 Westamater Bt advertises a vast wholesale and retail selection of optical instruments. He highlights ground spectacles and eye glasses, steel and pearl frames, magnifying glasses, telescopes, microscopes, compasses, barometers, and opera glasses. The notice emphasizes quality, proper sight correction, and professional service.
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Optician
Westamater Bt
Fecidoor
Défrance Street
Providense
Rery Manuacturer
Optical Imatromente
iSublicia General
Urope
Eity2
Massachuset
Pohyaciana
Trevell Millerm
Aio Tor
Ana
Japan &O
Europe
French Minister Offers Mediation Between United States and Peru
Washington reports the French minister called on Secretary Seward and offered mediation between the U S and Peru. The Herald says Seward declined to see the Southern commissioner, who will proceed to address a formal official communication outlining their mission.
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New York
Washington
Seward
Hig
United States
Peru
Segay
Herald
Bohol Committees arraigned over teacher hiring in the South
The Bohol Committees of Charleston have been arraigned for employing Northern teachers in defense efforts. Critics say the board failed to support the South from Norfolk to New Orleans, sending coadjutors to schools and academies in vain. The teacher's session appears undervalued and underdeveloped in the South.
Kentuckian John J Crittenden to visit Boston
The Boston Courier notes John J Crittenden and his wife accepted invitations from the Corporation and the Mayor. It predicts a hearty welcome from Bostonians, with Old Unionists ready to greet him as patriots and heroes. The piece hopes for solid women and men to attend the reception.
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John J Crittenden
Boston
Grittenden-hee
Boston Courier
Two Men Found Dead In Mason Village NH Field
Ey Hot and his nephew from Mason Village NH were found dead in a nearby field Sunday morning. A jug of rum and two codfish were found with them. It is believed the liquor was poisonously adulterated rather than cold causing the deaths.
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Ey Hot
Reaidente
Mason Village
Texan Senator Wigfall Apologizes Amid Duel Rumor
Mr Wigfall engaged in a public altercation with Capt Jackson of Kentucky over abuse toward Mr Crittenden. A duel was discussed but later rumored terminated as Wigfall apologized to Col Jackson and no duel is planned.
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Wigfall
Capt. Jackson
Kentucky
Crittenden
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