Arbitrary Arrests at Old Capitol Prompts Republican Debate
The Dubuque Herald reports on Republican concern over alleged arbitrary arrests by Secretary of War Stanton and his agents in the Old Capitol Prison. It cites House debates led by Thad Stevens and Henry Winter Davis, with Garfield urging investigation. Kasson and the Iowa delegation oppose suspending inquiry. The piece criticizes Republican support for the administration’s measures and defends calls for accountability.
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Republican Party
Congress
Iiz
Kasson
Old Capitol
Jhiok
Garfield
Ohio
Stanton
Chicago Tribune
Waintretoy
Thad. Stevens
Henry Winter Davis
Lown
Military Committee
Thad
Stevens
Spaulding
Investi Pation
War Department
Secretary of War
Bia
Baker
House of Representatives
Milisa
Parsons
Mitch
Copperheada
Kas
Iowa
Man with Neck Injury Described in 1850s Letter
A Ocala newspaper item profiles a local man named David C. White who reportedly broke his neck in January 1850. The note describes his partial spinal dislocation and a head support bandage, asking medical readers for any known case similar to his.
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Gentemen
Fitean Yesra
David C. White
Osculoosa Walchman
Rebel Fort Fisher Commander Whiting Captured
The article notes Gen Whiting, rebel Fort Fisher commander, captured and described as a New England native. Whiting, born in Massachusetts, graduated from West Point in 1845, ranking high in his class. His father, an old army officer from civil life, served from 1812 until his death.
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Ft.Fisher
Whiting
New England
Massachusetts
West Point
Jat
War Department
No Peace Until Slavery Is Ended Says Senator Warde
The speech by Senator Warde of Ohio denounces slavery and asserts there can be no peace while it exists. He argues the Civil War began for defense of the United States but will not end until slavery is extinct, praising Southern stubbornness and urging continued action until abolition is achieved.
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House of Representatives
Orr
Missiasippi
Sentinel
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Executive
Atwira
The
Lincoln
Washington
Iim
Tima
Thia
Ure
United States
Wade
Ohio
Administration
Tysy
Lask
Advertising Helps Barnum Grow Receipts After Cuts
A report recounts how PT Barnum reduced big ads after war started. Receipts fell then he doubled ad size and saw weekly gains of 150 dollars, later 250 dollars. He never cut advertising again. The story cites an exchange on advertising value.
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Barnum
Hia
Artemus Ward on the Negra and the African Question
The piece jokes about race and politics, noting that Africans are not our kin while debating public attitudes and the ease of separation. It questions duty and responsibility, suggesting the African presence stirs debate and demands a quiet solution rather than upheaval.
Blair's Richmond Visit Sparks Peace Talk With Jefferson Davis
The Richmond visit by Mr Blair is described as private and not tied to any official mission. Jeff Davis and cabinet members reportedly left room for peace overtures, while Benjamin warned that Confederate plans with European powers blocked reunion. The Louisville Journal doubts a satisfactory outcome. The author cites a trusted source and notes Blair plans a Washington publication.
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Washington
New York World
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Richmond
Seward
Lincoln
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Jeff. Davis
Benjamin
Jef. Davis
Fraxcots
Louisville Journal
Prentice
Bluie
Jefferson Davis
Notable Chicago Incomes Over One Hundred Thousand
The Chicago Tribune lists residents with incomes of 3000 dollars per year and up in Chicago. The document names Potter Palmer at 333 485 dollars, John V Farwell at 197 152 dollars, Peter Schuster at 103 731 dollars, Wm B Ogden 87509 dollars and C H McCormick 67449 dollars. Additional bands show incomes between 50 000 and 100 000 dollars and lower brackets, totaling under a thousand names.
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Chicago Tribune
Chicago
Wm. B. Ogden
C. H. McCormick
Mr. Storey
of the Daily Times
Potter Palmer
John V. Farwell
Peter Schuster
Catoarrh Remedy Claim For Dr Goodale’s Starch
A report from the Weekly Programme in New York states Dr Goodale’s starch remedy, promoted by Dr Munsell as agent for Dubuque, cured chronic catarrh after short use in a patient with years of fever. The note urges publicizing the remedy for others suffering serious discomfort from catarrh.
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Han
New York
Munsell
Dubuque
PR. V
P.O
Dr. Cheeseman
Ageney
Kishs Tiken
Rfers
Penhera
Boos Nees Mien Kenetaly
New York City
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Connac Brandies
Lazarne de Forge & F. Otard Dupuy & Co
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St. Croix
Daniel Lawrence & Son
Metfordold
Axxstock Ale
Rom J. Peacock
Rockford
Novelty Album Co
Addrora
Express
Western Brewery
West Dubuque
Tschingi
Soliwind, Proprietors
Dubuque Brewery
Mianick Road
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