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Newspaper
Dubuque Democratic Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1864
Page
2
Memorial note from the Dubuque Herald dated January 30 1864 records a brief tribute item. It notes a local remembrance event and mentions community figures, reflecting Civil War era morgue style notices in a concise card format.
A patriotic essay argues for using public wagers and boat races to promote national fitness and prestige. It envisions a cabinet minister as a jockey directing a grand boat race to vindicate the American Navy, while praising Welles and fearing risks to commerce. The tone blends satire and fervent support for national spectacle.
A critical piece argues that strong central powers threaten the republic, citing Atlantic Monthly’s Northern Invasions as endorsing abolishing slavery to preserve republican form. It questionsAdministration policies, criticizes guarantees and amendments used to justify revolutionary moves.
Senator Pomeroy of Kansas introduces a bill to incorporate the North American Land and Emigration Company with at least 1 million dollars capital. The firm would acquire lands to promote emigration, with principal offices in Washington and a secondary in New York. Shares cost 100 dollars each and the company would provide for emigrants to support themselves.
An analysis argues federal expenditures postwar threaten crushing taxes and possible repudiation. It outlines projected costs of pensions, the navy, and civil lists, estimating New York city’s share and impact on rents, prices, and personal wealth amid ongoing national debt and possible return to gold.
Washington dispatches discuss Lincoln nomination prospects and factional strife within the Republican ranks. Spalding and Stevens spark debate over Southern policy and Reconstruction ideas, while bets circulate on Lincoln’s fate and rival candidates like Chase Banks or Grant.
Washington correspondent reports a rotary engine exhibition in the Capitol as a potential navy upgrade. Senate Navy Committee Chairman Mr. Sfvle allegedly praised the device but advised hiding the model to avoid official scrutiny, claiming the secretary would order its suppression.
A collage of quips on Gettysburg shelling Napoleon, a Maine pumpkin, and a Baltic affair plus a Philadelphia teacher pension bill. The Boston Globe notes emigrant ship shortages as Liverpool boarding houses fill. Connecticut Democrats call for unity at New Haven on February 24 to defend constitutional law and appoint delegates to the National Convention.
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