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Newspaper
Delaware State Reporter
Location
Dover, Delaware, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1855
Page
2
Official paper notifications from the Delaware State Reporter outlining subscription terms rates and advertising charges. Includes pricing for annual and single issues and policies on nonpayment circulation figures for Kent and Sussex Counties and designation of Edward Potts as business agent.
The article extols the United States as a beacon of liberty and religious freedom. It cites historical migrations from England to North America seeking worship without interference and praises liberal tolerance as a key cause of national blessings, contrasting it with European sectarian zeal. The piece notes foreign observers praising American toleration and warns against zealotry that harms Christianity.
A Delaware Gazette article critiques Rev. Parker of Boston for an abolition speech in Wilmington. It accuses him of political zeal, insult toward clergy, and misalignment with doctrinal preaching, contrasting expected gospel call with aggressive rhetoric.
The article denounces abolitionism as dangerous to the Union and church unity, citing Massachusetts laws nullifying fugitive slave renditions and calls for ministers to avoid political warfare. It criticizes reform movements, laments sectarian splits, and condemns radical agitation as a wrecking force on society and government.
Reports from Virginia show Democratic candidate A Wise elected governor by 5,000 to 10,000 vote lead, with 11 of 13 Congressmen elected as Democrats. Know Nothing efforts failed, the paper lauds Virginia’s stand against fanaticism and notes security concerns around a condemned prisoner Parker.
From Virginia counties reports show Mr Wise leading by about 6000, with Know Nothings disputing some totals. Western counties expected to tilt later as excitement remains high and rumors spread of large Wise majorities while Baltimore celebrations echo the national mood.
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