Johnson and the Supreme Court debate over Andrew Johnson eligibility
The article argues the Supreme Court would adjudicate Johnson's eligibility as Vice President, citing alien enemy status of secessionist state citizens. It contends Johnson’s Tennessee citizenship makes him an alien enemy and warns against entrusting liberties to enemies amid Civil War peril.
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Johnson
Supreme Court
Congress
Martinaburg
Slesha
Lincoln
Andrew Johnson
United States Supreme Court
Ins
Indreditant Iti
United States
Administration
Tennessee
Tenneassee
Misleading Press and Trade Policy Sparks Debate
A Chicago Tribune critique questions Democratic efforts and presses concerns over government mischief and independence. The piece argues for keeping Congress at home while condemning administration tools used against opposition. It notes Fessenden opposing further permits to curb contraband trade, criticizing Chase era regulation as giving favors.
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Tribune
Fridane
Fessenden
Southwest
Mr. Chase
Dark French Head Experiments Spark Outcry in Paris
Fragmentary Paris report describes the post execution spectacle of Dr Count de la Pommeraie whose head was placed on a table by a surgeon. The left eye fluttered and the dead man’s right eyelid moved as the surgeon uttered the wordsPommentait. The gruesome display prompted stunned reactions among witnesses.
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Shakespeare
Paris
Count de la Pommorais
Merkly
St, Louis
Clark ST
Chicago
Ill
Chici
Hic
Democratic Central Committee Urges Nationwide Club Organization
A 1864 era letter from the Democratic State Central Committee promotes forming Democratic Clubs in every township and county. It calls county chairs to report, urges open, lawful organization, and recommends correspondence with the National Democratic Association to build a broad, peaceful political network.
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ALA
Democratic State’ Central Committee
Hell
Davenport
Twiv
Democratic Parth
Chase
Winnebago
Wright
Hovilton
Story
Jasper
Mahaska
Wapello
van Buren
Lee
M.D. MeKenry
Baquat Des Wolves
Prese
Laurel Summers
la Claire
Scott County
National Democratic Association
Washington, D.C
Chicago
Kaurel Summers
M.D. Mcffeary
Heha
DB. Patterson
Patrick Kobb
Democratic State Central Committee
Waauisutox
Sim
Postollica
Friends of Law and Order
Union
Soborancoud
Cusanny Mason
John Ennis
Sec'y
Railroad project to extend Missouri river line into Illinois
The Mt Carroll Mirror reports a large workforce building a railroad from Savanna along the Mississippi downriver. The line, part of the Racine, Mississippi and Northern Illinois system, aims to Fulton Port Byron and War Saw, creating a 206 mile link that will carry travel and freight when river navigation is hampered. The company is described as able and determined to push the work forward.
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Mt. Carroll
Savanna
Mississippi
Haude
Dows
Abye
Racine
Sissiesippi and
Northern Illinois
Fulton
Deanon
Port Byron
Mississippi River
Toc Warsaw
Bny
Death of Mrs Vallandigham in New Lisbon
The Kieubenyiile Patriot reports the death of Mrs Rebecca Vallandigham mother of Hon L Vallandigham at her residence in New Lisbon Columbiana county on the morning of the 5th inst. Her advancing years and the distress caused by her son’s political burden are noted as hastening her end. She is described as a devout and exemplary Christian.
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Rebecca
Saldel Walters
Broadway
Nul
Barclay Street
Subaisis
Utter
Ovary
Walters
Drowning Tragedy In Stone River Near Tug Iris
A navy tug Iris towed a pontoon boat carrying African Americans when it capsized in Stone River. Twenty one people drowned as strong currents scattered bodies. recovery and burial took days.
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Iris
Stone River
Grant's Richmond Campaign Questioned as War Faces Prolonged Conflict
The piece argues Grant's failure to take Richmond signals potential extension of the Civil War. It notes mounting Union casualties, doubts about future invasions of Virginia, and growing calls among Northern voters for peace and Lincoln’s successor to push efforts toward ending the war swiftly.
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Grant
Richmondsin
Lincoln
Nirgivia
Convines
Virginia
Chickatoming
Auxty
Richmond
North
Confederacy
Nan
Democratic Journal Attacks Byington Convention Effort
The Magtatine Courier and Desmoyny Statesman denounce Le Grand Byington as a disorganizer seeking another convention. They support party harmony, urge Democrats to accept the majority decision, and warn against actions that could damage the party and Lincoln abolitionist ties.
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Maecatine
Byington
Magtatine Courier
Yaya
Lincoln
Abolition
Desmoyny Statesman
Democratic Party
Ourself
Chicago
Lincoln and Grant criticized after Maryland raid
The New York Times quotes officials condemning the Maryland raid as discreditable. They argue it was shameful to allow Rebels to cross the Potomac, roam Maryland, threaten Washington, and cut railroad links, then retreat safely after marching a hundred miles with prisoners.
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Potomne
Maryland
National
Signal Whistle Patent Claimed for League Members
The Grand National Council reports approval of the Banks & Brother Signal Whistle as a distinct two barrel device usable in emergencies. Prototypes will be furnished only to League members through proper officers for one dollar, with bonds ensuring exclusive access.
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League
Washington
Messrs Banks & Brother
National Executive Committee
Messrs. Banks & Brother
Order
M. Bowmps
Ro Inwis
G. R
Grand Council
New York
Bayns & Botner
Neveral
Woods
Covington
Strickland
Cincinnati National Union
Desperate Night Action at Fort Johnson In Civil War Battle
On Morris Island Col Gurney and Col Hoyt led the 127th N Y and 62d Penn to cross to Fort Johnson. The landing failed due to tides and an accident. Hoyt Cunningham and a detachment seized battery Simpkins but could not assault Fort Johnson. The expedition ended with all ashore captured and officers named. A separate note reports four hundred dogs seized for killing at a New York pound, drowned after confinement in boxes.
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127Th
N. Y
Simpkins
Fort Johnson
A. SM. Hoyt
Cunningham
Trent B. Camp
James G. Stevens
Siluy U A. Bunyan
Thomas Hi. Evan
Hoyt
Hieut
Dornas
Pound
New York
The Hudson and Western Rivers Decline in Volume
The piece notes reduced river volumes due to deforestation affecting navigation. It references the Ohio and Mississippi, arguing broader hydrological changes beyond the Hudson. It then discusses Harvey and circulation theories, critiquing the idea that the heart drives blood motion, proposing a chemical action as alternative.
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