Compromise and Confederate Policy Debate in Missouri
In a dense editorial fragment from the Canton newspaper, arguments oppose a Missouri compromise style concession to Northern abolitionists and free-soilers. The piece criticizes the term compromise, warns against empowering fanaticism, and discusses political stances on slavery, federal power, and Southern rights within the evolving sectional conflict. It references the Missouri Compromise line and Continent-wide reactions among Whigs, Democrats, and Northern papers, while weighing Cuba and foreign sympathy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yill
Justin
South
Mississippi Attitudes Refute Nashville Convention Claims
W McWillie defends Mississippi loyalty to the Union in a letter to editors. He argues Mississippi’s resolutions protect constitutional rights, rebuts abolitionist critics, and condemns southern editors aiding disunion. He asserts Mississippi will uphold the Union and its founders’ ideals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Ritchey Burke
Jackson
Mississippi
Nashville
Dilanion
Ito
United States
Union
The
Coton
Serale
Tdpe
Tagein
Unionia
Abe Waite
Chein
W. McWillie
Jacnsos
Capitol
Calhoun
Lam
Tam
Ai Wanpot
Ohio Whig Convention Nominates Daniel R Tilden for Governor
The Ohio free soil convention met in Columbus on the 2d instant and nominated Daniel R Tilden of Summit County for governor. Tilden, a former Whig Congressman and delegate to the Whig national convention, refused to back Taylor and Fillmore and backed Van Buren and Adams. His gubernatorial prospects were likened to Van Buren’s 1848 presidential chances. Colonel Medill of Lancaster presided, with Gill of Zanesville as secretary and John Carlton of Cincinnati as sergeant at arms.
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Ohio
Columbu
Daniel R. Tilden
Summit County
Tilden
Taylor
Fillmore
van Buren
Adams
van Buieen
Columbne
Medill
Lancaster
Gill
Zanesville
John Carlton
Cincinnati
Calhoun’s religious faith inspires mixed obituary portrait
The account paints Mr Calhoun as a devout church member who sought salvation through Bible study and revival meetings, yet remained steadfast in orthodox doctrine. Witnesses praise his integrity and patriotism while noting his calm acceptance of death and enduring faith in the Christian hope.
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Galhoun
Chigs
Calhoun
Hone
Elfeumnstances
Mr. Calhoun
Redeemer
Cale
Paul
Chris
Gallioon
Christ
Washington
Ohio
McGalhorn
Mmne
New York City
Cuba Revolt and Expedition Prompts American Support
An 1860s Mississippi-era piece reports rumors of a planned American expedition to aid a Cuban revolt against Spanish rule. It notes a contingent led by Geo Lopez and Mississippi volunteers, praising past battles and predicting swift success, with calls for republican government and free press in Cuba.
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Cuna
Istana
Cuba
United States
Round Island
Armanents
Cole
Englund
Akill
Old Spain
Neo Orleans Delta
T'ne Conan Parriote
Crnem
Alf Faay
Geo. Lopez
Mississippinis
San Jacinto
Montérey
Buena Vista
Freeman
Gulf
Revolutun
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Madisonian
Morrin. &_Co
Jackson,Miap
Mcommba
Borland
Masin
Davis
Ceveral
Foote
Premmr
Tie
St. Louis Union
Missourity
Sennitit
Benton
Nomitweu
Benton Wa
Seward
Rune
Tov Pdin
Tarrome Conan Experlition
Tnt
Tin Connor R. R. Wressawnon
Feronda
Woo
Hyon
Cat
Hown
Cathoan
Taekion
Chancery Court
Congres
Hay
Haterman
Kentucky
Raichester
Egypt
Hhail
Calhoon
Treng
Cerned
Lemi
Theovention
Tarpley
Somellige Alnce
Bertain
Manly
Chamberlain
Dora
Bajeland
Spa
Belting
Virginia
Jony C. Callons
Ted
Thor
Jon
Othit Huthlings
Cuaebpi
Bar
Pho
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