Letter defense of Vallandigham from Douglas ally
The Dubuque Herald prints a public letter from S A Dovanas to M B Samuels, published to counter slander about Vallandigham’s 1869 campaign actions. It quotes Douglas era praise, declares Vallandigham faithful to the Union, and notes continued support despite earlier feuds. The missive claims friends of Vallandigham testified to his noble bearing and warns attempts to disrupt the convention will fail.
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Vallandigham
Dudge Douglas
Ben. M. Samuels
Vallandinghamns
Union
Douglas
Wade
Rory
Wastingrox
Dean
White Sam
Vallandir
Charleston
Caever
Vallandighwin
Ming
South
Sam
A. Dovanas
Tlon BM
Sameets
Dubaque
Lowa
Sheriff Cummings Defends Actions Against Mob Threats
The article reports Sheriff Cummings defending his conduct during mob threats and crowds. It asserts he used influence to disperse mobs rather than use force and that he prevented disturbance at Capt Koch’s house. The piece calls him the whitest member of his party and aims to correct a misimpression about his stance.
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Cummings
Justion
Efe
Hirano
Capt. Koch
Sheriff Cummings
Liberty and Union cited in Patrick Henry inspired speech
The text presents a Patrick Henry quotation stressing liberty as essential to union. It notes Rhode Island’s 520 names yielded 105 volunteers, less than 24 percent, and speculates on a larger draft of 600,000 with an estimate of 15,000 recruits based on Rhode Island’s response.
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Rhode Island
Abraham
Stanton
Dorr Clashes With Major Haddock Over Cavalry Command
The Waterloo Courier notes Dorr the colonel of the South cavalry has provoked a clash with Major Haddock leading to Haddock’s resignation. The paper laments Blackhawk county’s past role in supplying men to rival counties and hints at a change. Dorr is portrayed as habitually provoking such feuds within three months in any post.
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Haddock
Sth Cavalry
Waterloo Courier
Blackhawk
Ony
Naliantes Mayfair
Eng
Bedford
Kings County
Forney Sees Democratic Gains Diminished by Administration Friction
Forney argues the Chattanooga repulse changes little next to Democratic successes in Ohio and Pennsylvania. He contends the administration dominates the narrative, claiming military and political victories reflect on the administration rather than on any party. He asserts celebration of wins carries no spoils motive.
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Forney
Chattanooga
Ohio
Pennsylvania
James
New Orleans Loch Hospital
Political Alignments Shift Around Local Abolitionists
The Missouri Abolitionists now show favor to Charles D. Drake, once an object of their aversion, while conservatives back Frank Blasir whose Copperhead stance has kept him out of abolitionist ranks. The scene shows shifting alliances and a seesaw of support.
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Missouri
Charles D. Drake
Frank Blsir
Copperhead
Rerestreaxy Doctrine in Kansas Speech by Jim Lane
The Kansas speech attributed to Jim Lane, U.S. Senator, defends a restorationist view of the Constitution tied to slavery and Union adherence. It critiques Abolitionists as true supporters of the Union as it was and portrays Democrats as traitors in the conflict over state policy.
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Jim Lane
United States
Kansas
Election Appeal Urges Iowa Vote For Gen Tuttle
A broad 19th century style appeal argues the second Tuesday of October as the crucial Iowa election. It condemns Governor Kirkwood, praises Gen. Tuttle, and urges conservatives to vote for him to restore civil government, security, and lawful rights amid alleged abuses and mob rule.
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Lowa
Democratic Party
Tuttle
Lado
Wid
Una Democrats
Ger. Tittle
Lown
United States
United States of America
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Java
Talley
Wayne County
Ridgwayb
Gilles
Henry County
Juha Randolph
Tite
Munderers
Pagan
Nagail
Gen
Tappeal
Gacred
Lappeal
Election plea from Mifflintown voter in 1865
In a September 25 1865 letter from Mifflintown Pennsylvania Jerry Dray appeals for support. He urges voters to elect a trustworthy man in October as their last hope for liberty and public virtue.
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Lerry Chay Dray
Mifflintown
Murder of Dayton Editor Bolmeyer in 1862 Trial Controversy
A Ohio news item reports the 1862 murder of J I Bolmeyer, editor of the Dayton Empire, by Henry M Brown a Democrat allegedly aided by political pressure. The trial moved to Minami, with jurors influenced by local sentiment and bouquets to the defendant. The acquittal sparked public outcry and questions of conscience.
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Dayton Ohio
Henry M. Brown
Dayton
Gillespie
Minami
Mr. Brown
Bolmever
Brown
Court House
Brough
Bolmeyer
West Republicans Push Draft While Favoring Exemption
A telegraph report says West leading Republicans urge Washington to avoid abandoning the draft. They favor a large draft and high taxes, arguing exemptions for themselves while seeking others to bear the burden. Cinemandi Kaquiver.
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Telegraph
West
Washington
Cinemandi Kaquiver
Bill to be Placed Before Congress to End War
A bill is prepared and to be placed before the next Congress to end the war and depose Lincoln, as fanatics plot against liberties. The piece warns that without ballot action the last vestige of republican government could be swept away.
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Congress
Lincoln
Michigan salt wins first premium at New York State Fair
The State Fair in New York awarded Michigan salt the first premium for quality, noted as superior to Onondaga article. Mr Merry’s Buckatone horse sold in England for £4500 to be sent to China. The Portland Press claims Bradbury won a Maine town vote amid a harsh view of locals. Sixteen ironclads are slated for launch.
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Merry
England
China
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Maine
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Bradbury
Valuale
Hyson
Young Hyson
Imperial
Japan
American Tea Company
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