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Ellsworth American

Location

Ellsworth, Maine, United States of America

Date

May 09, 1856

Page

2

The Slavery Platform and Sovereignty Debate

The article discusses the Cincinnati platform’s stance on slavery, squatter sovereignty, and state equality, with references to the Kansas Nebraska act. It critiques northern democrats and notes figures like Mr. Cushing, condemning nullification of popular sovereignty and stressing slaveholders as sovereigns. It ends with a political-opinion note and a religious-political reflection from Readfield in April 1856.

Cincinnei Richard Exnquirer Yeuhday Cincinnati Nebraska South Northern Democracy Cashing Enquirer Mr Cushing Richmond Exqurer United States Nebraska Billard Doctrine Party of Contreas National Legislatu'e Evening Post Bilawoth Readfeld

Prolonged Pressure in Maine Judiciary Debate

A Boston Advertiser summary notes heated discourse over judicial independence in Maine, criticizing legislative and executive interference. It highlights perceived partisan bias, calls for a fair hearing, and references Luther Sverance’s life and a Cincinnati Democratic nominating convention with high foreign Catholic representation.

Fudge Loring Mauners My Lady Bin Maine Boston Advertiser

Supreme Court review on writ in Cumberland County case

In Cumberland County the Supreme Judicial Court considers a writ of mandamus sought by Sheriff Baker against the County Treasurer. The case moved to the full bench on a statement of sheets, advancing the constitutional endavors for potential attack.

Tae Angxpw Supreme Ju Lisial Cumberland Gondenowing Baker Maniamus

Solved puzzle notes and foreign workforce in Coast Survey

A collection of solved problems and corrections from readers includes a geometry riddle about a triangle and a correction by Blazes, plus a discussion of a coast survey department in which 31 foreigners and 43 natives are employed with wages averaging 1113 for foreigners and 8713 for natives, raising questions about U S policy.

United States Coast Survey Department Washington Coast Service John Adams

Frustrum Cone Weight Problem from No 92

A 30 foot frustum with two bases of different sizes is described by a proportional decrease in cross section from the end as weight is removed. Determine the remaining length after the whole weight is removed from the end.

Ellsworth American Ellsworth May 9 1851 political talk and local notices

Ellsworth American reports a Franklin Hall meeting favoring Kansas free state admission with unity. Notes delegates, a town committee, and local editorials on Democratic party infighting. Includes religious reflections and ship news, local anecdotes, and notices about arrivals and clearances.

Kansas Free State Franklin Hall J.B. Woods Charman Geo. H. Witherle Charles Ellis Ellsworth John Bruges Geo. H. Witterle Columbia Yover William Chaubertian Hiseph J. Stevens Thewis E. Hale Zadve Witham

New Publications and Panama Tragedy Headlines

The page notes Putnam's Monthly May edition via Boston agent and fresh publications from the same publishers, plus local bookstore activity and new stock at Peters store. It reports the Panama massacre aboard a train ending in many deaths, the ensuing riot, and police casualties, plus political debate on slavery in territories and a forthcoming National Convention critique. A salmon catch and a citizens meeting adjournment with a $500 reward offer are also described.

New Publications Putnam's Monthly Fetridge &Co Boston Moses Hales Putnam Whietts Dix & Edwards Broadway New York Moses Hale Eilsworth

Atone for our exchanges and the value it brings

A brief note reflects on reconciliation in communication. It emphasizes editing with care and aligning with correct political perspectives. The text underlines the importance of thoughtful, respectful discourse and shared understanding.

Punlaid residents push for public library project meeting

Czreks citizens of Punlaid are endeavoring to eat bliss a Fra public library in their city. A public meeting to further the project is to be held late evening.

Czreks Punlaid

Fires threaten Catholic Chapel at Elsworth

A report from Dre Bangor Journal Maine notes a series of fires at Elsworth aimed at burning the Catholic Chapel. Authorities seek the perpetrators amid rising excitement and demand inquiry into the motive and persons involved. Corn and Florentine advertised by J. Langdon & Co. Corsican tale Proper Merimee translated from French offered by Beaton Philip Sampson & Co. Advertisement for Hu moroured by Anonyms Globules and Italian Fluid from Bun, Fos tee & Co. General Agents.

Bangor Sournal Maine Eilaworth Kong Im Columba Merimee Beaton, Philiyo, Sampson & Co Corsica Finch Moses Hall Hesor Anxony Moria & Co City Waart Mhston Journal

Pain Killer and Patent Remedies Advertisements

An early 19th century advertisement page extols Perky Davis Pain Killer for liver and stomach ailments and praises G W Stones Liquid Vatharie and Family Physic for remedial benefits. Contains testimonials from Dr W R Haypex and a Dear Sir letter praising improved pills, suggesting wide domestic use and medical endorsements.

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