Democratic County Convention at Albion 1863
A large enthusiastic gathering of unconditional Union Democrats met at Albion on September 19 1863. E Alvord chaired the central committee, with James M Denny and others presiding, ballots chose S E Alvord as an early nominee for Clerk and John W Anton Roscoe Wiley and John McWilliams as Cork candidates, with Levi Keister Levi Rister and Abram Pancake among hopefuls for other posts.
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Millersburg
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E. Alvord
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Fisher
Cf Aerman
James’m. Denny
Sale
J. Sweet
Noe
Meriam
H.C. Stanley
Owithout
Ames
Jeannisy
Mal Ballot
Jonas Strause
Sohn Walke A
Murray Cazier
S. E
Alvod
Alvord
Rempaon
Faetiork
Johan W Anton
Roscoe Wiley
John McWilliams
Winton
Wiley
McWil- Hass
Levi Rister
Ve . Blake
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Ted Ay
Waghington
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J. McConnell
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Walke
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Weeks
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Wayne
J. L. Graves
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Ri Young
Swan
Dr. Richards
Albiengs
Ee Alvord
Gia
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Administration Party
Ighorei Dhe
Spedia
Temson
Proclamation on Constitution Power and Union Loyalty
A late 19th century convention asserts that the Constitution binds the people and government, condemning secession as riot and urging allegiance to constitutional rule. It praises Union loyalists and outlines duties of administration to uphold laws, with calls to support candidates and suppress rebellion.
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Union
Teffesin Davis
Aiam Lincoln
Sihordinites
Hawick
Washington
Tate
PFS
Sweet
Secretauries
Goshen
Demiérat
Milterstie
Seward's Circular On American War Beliefs Debated
The London Times argues Seward’s circular repeats a twelve month narrative of campaigns, contends the US North’s gains are overestimated, and asserts Europe sees little chance of restoring the Union. It critiques the argument as ineffective and questions the desirability of foreign intervention.
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England
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Massington
Mo. Sewac
Richmond
Jeston
Washington
Mississippi
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North
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Urachy
South
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Mendes
Merawaed
Endif Healy
Renpeed
Cally
Murope
Arais
Macleane Ace
Europe
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Odire
Tessly
Americdns
McClellan for President 1864 Support Grows in Indiana
A Fort Wayne Times column endorses George B. McClellan for 1864 President with Vallandigham as candidate for Vice President and criticizes the current administration's war policy. It notes McClellan’s popularity and cites papers in Indiana backing the conservative ticket and opposition to abolition measures.
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Dascson
Fort Wayne
Ind
Groner Bomeclan
Manat
New York
Dives
Gem McClellan
Army of the Potomac
Army
Indiana
McClellan
Seymour
Mecist-Lan
Vallandigham
Thi SerMoun
Speech of Temes Al Me Masters at Hamilton meeting
Fragmentary speech transcript claims Lincoln administration knew of Alexander H. Stovell a plan to go to Washington with power to treat for peace and that Stephens faced opposition before arriving. It argues for ending the war and reconstructing the Union, portraying Stephens as patriotic and urging firmness toward Davis to preserve the American Union.
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Temes al Me Masters
No Yo Freamers
Hamilon
Ohio
Chasse
Etme
Alexander H. Stovella
Washington
State’ Department
Stephens
Washitetong
Davis
Te. Davis
Banner Insurance Company praised by Fort Wayne editor
The notice extols Banner Insurance Company of Fort Wayne as a safe reliable home company limited to Indiana. It claims strong governance and solid standing, urging farmers and owners of detached homes to consider their services amid criticisms of traveling agents from other states.
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Banner Insurance Company
Fort Wayne
Togethier Wervegard
Banner Company
Fort Wiayne
Ind
Basser Co
Huntington
Antitarice Company
French Plan for Latin Race Aid and Confederate Alliance Evidence
A recalled summary of a political pamphlet arguing that France should back a southern aligned Confederacy in the American Civil War to secure cotton, influence and a powerful ally against abolition and European rivals. The author links French policy to recognizing the Richmond government and supporting a strong slaveholding order while balancing European and religious tensions.
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Atlantic
Considevid de Lenetu
Mexico
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Tuileries
Fiabee
England
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Wwe
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Jules Esis
Spain
Cuba
Austria
Arcduke Max
Englus
Duty of Citizens in Critical Times and Constitutional Questions
The text urges every qualified voter to stand firm on rights and institutions amid civil strife. It stresses writ of habeas corpus, trial by jury, liberty of speech and press, state sovereignty, and the constitutional system as essential legacies to preserve for future generations. It cites duty to participate in the momentous national drama and uphold republican principles.
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Fragmented War Era Commentary and Napoleon Accident Report
A Cincinnati observer laments forced support for Brenneh after discharge and condemns abolition pressures amid a shattered constitution. In Napoleon, a cannon salute misfires causing severe injuries including amputation and critical conditions, with note on Bowland and Vuiaen.
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NapoLeos
Napoleon
Mir. Bowland
Mr. Vuiaen
W. Saukik
Fragmented Quip on North South Governance Sparks Debate
A fragmentaryquote questions whether peace can exist while North and South are governed by partisan politics. The text mocks the idea of lasting harmony and seems to deride partisan governance as an obstacle to peace.
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Lune
Battles and troop movements reported across Virginia line
Dispatch notes panic and heavy artillery use as Confederate and Union forces engage near key positions. Reports cite Gen Burnside in danger, Madride advancing, and mixed claims on Rebel offensives with French and Rouben forces mentioned.
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Coursier
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Florida
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