16 Mar 1861
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Newspaper
Burlington Weekly Hawk
Location
Burlington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1861
Page
1
A dense compilation reports amendments to patent law, Lincoln's inaugural reception, new Senate committee chairs, and reactions to the Confederate movement. It notes southern allegiance shifts, judicial concerns, Buchanan’s stance, and growing calls for Westward unity amid pledged military preparation and a new Confederacy constitution draft.
Four days after arrival in Europe the Prince Albert, from Galway on Feb 26, reached port at 8 a.m. with dates four days later than the North Briton. The Arabia from New York landed in Queenston on Saturday evening the 22nd. The Niagara left Queenston Saturday afternoon the 23d bound for Halifax and Boston. Breadstuffs and provisions were dull in Liverpool on Feb 26. London reports quiet financials with Consols at 91½ to 92½ for the account. No Australia news aboard the Prince Albert.
A messenger brings news from Charleston noting salt provisions lasting 15 days and scarce vegetables at Fort Sumter while Major Anderson continues to obtain fresh meat and butter. The report also covers New York appointments, possible Marshals, and denial of any planned interview between Confederacy Commissioners and President Lincoln.
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