The Crisis and the North Split Over Slavery Policy
A letter from Tae Straxpaxp appeals to non slaveholders in the South to unite under liberty to abolish slavery. It argues northern abolitionism and Republican moves threaten the Union, urging organized political action and strict noncooperation with pro slavery interests. The writer predicts stark resistance if a Black Republican president advances and calls for uncompromising defense of constitutional principle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prudens
Republican Party
United States
Seward
Giddings
Sumner
Washington
Jefferson
Rip van Wins Dutice
Caneuhouald Hase
Impending Crisis pamphlet sparks partisan ire in Cassville
The editor denounces Helper's pamphlet as incendiary endorsed by Black Republicans including Blair leaders Gov. Morgan Seward and Greeley. It accuses John Sherman and other delegates of endorsing the book and calls for expulsion from Congress while labeling Helper a thief from Salisbury North Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Gov. Morgan
Senator Seward
New York
John Sherman
Ohio
House of Representatives
Clark
Missouri
Helper
South
North
Horace Greeley
Thariow Weed
Salisbury
N. C
Morgan, Seward, Greeyey, Giddings & Co
Union Demonstrations and Northern Politics Critique
A reader-style opinion cites recent Union meetings in Boston Philadelphia and New York praising the Union while accusing business interests of orchestrating the events. The piece questions Northern legislators support for John Sherman and condemns Helper’s book, arguing the South will not be swayed by rhetoric alone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Philadelphia
New York
Old
Brown
Virginia
Union
South
Congress
John Sherman
Helper
North
Old Brown
Unclear Ticket Pitch for Rosewood Piano Offer
A fragmented notice promotes buying tickets with promises of a Rosewood Piano valued at 300 dollars for one dollar and a six dollar bandssie Book. It hints the concert may be worth the ticket price even if no prize is won.
Rates of the Standard and 1860 slave sale notice
The notice offers a subscription incentive for five names with ten dollars to receive one copy of the Standard for one year. It also advertises the sale of enslaved people from Andrew M. Hamilton estate on the first Tuesday in January 1860, conducted by administrator A. C. Trimble under a special act. Other items include legislative senatorial elections in Kentucky and Texas and a Presbyterian meeting in Georgia with Rev. John Jones preaching.
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Lowing
Shale
Andrew M. Hamilton
A. C. Trimble
Srsop
Presbyterian Church
Florus
Georgia
John Jones
Rome
Gaere
The Shoe Beginning to Pinch
Northern sympathy for John Brown harms business across the region. The Philadelphia Ledger notes disrupted trade as Southern orders dry up and workers are laid off. Hartford and Charlotte papers echo South’s reduced patronage, with Richmond makers gaining orders. The piece argues Southern independence requires cutting Northern support and shifting purchases home.
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North
John Brown
Philadelphia Ledger
Congress
Hartford
Connecticut
South
Charlotte
North Carolina
SS. Cottrell
Richmond
Augusta
Senate backs Mason resolution on Harper's Ferry inquiry
The Senate passed Mr Mason's resolution for a thorough Harper's Ferry outbreak investigation and appointed a five member committee. It will probe funds for Sharp's rifles and arms used against slaveholders. In the House no Speaker yet. Sherman leads with 111 votes, Bocock 88, Boteler 25.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congressional
Gilmer
Boteler
Letter praises The Standard as best weekly publication
A courteous letter from a prominent state figure endorses The Standard, calling it the best weekly among a dozen he receives. The writer notes genuine Southern tone and mentions sending a small monetary gift with the letter, illustrating support and encouragement.
Fine Jewelry For Sale By Mr Woodworth
Mr Woodworth offers a large selection of jewelry including breast pins ear rings finger rings and sleeve buttons sold cheap. The dealer warrants items to be genuine gold and promises reliable watch and clock repairs with no charge if workmanship is unsatisfactory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodworth
Volunteer Companies and Cass County Defense Meeting Proposed
A Georgia editor urges Cass County residents to organize volunteer companies for defense, proposing a meeting on the first Tuesday in January. The piece notes Christmas observances and warns of a skipped issue next week to accommodate legal advertisements, while calling for civic action and gratitude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Cass County
Cass
Cartersville Express
End of the Year Debt Notice to Subscribers
The editor appeals to subscribers to pay outstanding accounts by February first else debts will be sent to an officer for collection at full rates. Many owe for two years or more and few pay in advance. The paper pledges not to duns but warns lawsuits will follow to settle balances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowe
Rome
Couriet
Georgia
Alabama
Robbery and attempted arson at Avursa post office
The Avursa Georgia post office was robbed last night of between three hundred and four hundred dollars in cash and stamps and an arson attempt was made while staff were at supper. A young man D Palmer Jr recently from St Louis who rented rooms above the office was arrested. money and items were found in his possession and he confessed naming accomplices. Trial set for 11 o'clock this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avursa
D. Palmer, Jr
St. Louis
Local Notices of January Elections Candidates
The notice lists candidates for ordinary sheriff clerk of the superior court and clerk of the inferior court. J A Howard NATHANLAND A M Franklin THOS ASWORD JOHN F MILHOLLIN W C GAINES are named as authorized candidates for the January election in 1859.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Howard
Nathanland
Japuary
A. M. Franklin
Superior Court
Thos. Asword
the Superior Court
John F. Milhollin
W.C. Gaines
Merk
Tax Collector candidates announced for upcoming election
Authorized notices name Riley Milam Dempsey F Bishop John Loudermilk and N Gilreath as candidates for Tax Collector at the upcoming election. The dates reference August October January terms and the first Monday in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riley Milam
The
Dempsey F. Bishop
John Loudermilk
N_ GILREATH
Fox Collector
Jeneary Vert
Also Mentioned on This Page
Massachusetts
South Carolina
George the Third
America
Tae Straxpaxp
Standald
Cassville, Geo
J. A. W. Johnson
Whitfield
Christendom
House
Senate
Europe
Howell Cobb, Esq
Houston
John S. Thomas
Baldwin
Lewis
Hancock
A. H. Stephens
Taliaferro
E. J. McGhee
Charleston Courier
Washington City
Louisiana
Sherman
Harerit’s Ferry
Charles‘own
Gueex
Core
Taxp
Cook
Corriz
Fias
Rhodes
Bickel
Maryland
Messrs. Potts & Klett
Bebilemen
J. A. Ansley & Co
Broad Street
Geo
Hens, GA
MC. M. Hammond
Ga. R. R
Messrs
Baltimore
H. D. Leitner
Berzelia
P. W. Printup
WM. Foster
Secoxp Street
Francis Rolinson
Baltmore City
Cilas, Bickell
L. D
Francis Robinson
A. S. Piggot
Prrcent
Darby
Charleston
Columbus
Bavannah
Atlanta
Macon
Colambag
Montgomery
Selma
Mobile
New Orleans
J. Darby
Auburn
Ala
Sam’l Levy
Cassville
Kramer & Co
Carteravillo
J. W. Gray
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