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Erie Observer

Location

Erie, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 19, 1859

Page

2

Abolition rhetoric and constitutional clash in the territories

The article critiques Mr. Douglas's territorial slavery stance, arguing any plan to empower proslavery rule would threaten property rights and invite violence. It recalls the 1784 plan and the 1787 ordinance, defends Buchanan and the Democratic unity, and notes contemporary reactions to Brown and Harper’s Ferry events and abolitionist maneuvers.

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Conservative vs Radical Republicans in 1860s party split

The piece analyzes factions within the Republican Party, contrasting hardline conservatives focused on spoils with broader anti slavery aims. It cites leaders like Cameron and Bates and warns of a radical shift if the party pursues power, arguing a conservative platform must emerge to prevent extremism and preserve unity.

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Runaway stories mix in rare Victor and Virginia tales

A young wife fled her wealthy Victor farmer husband after a month of marriage due to kitchen and dairy duties. She was pursued to Rochester where her father kept her, and she refused to return. A runaway slave York from ParkersburgVa returns to Canada. A London woman of Coutts Va weighs 553 pounds while her husband is described as a socialite.

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Anecdote of a boy’s rise told at Alexandria meeting

A chaotic narrative recalls a poor boy found shelter with a planter who supported his journey to the legal profession. The tale links enduring gratitude to career success and mentions political tensions and potential proposals ahead of a Monday event, with references to Abolition and party lines.

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Political Factional Strife and Republican Split Mentioned

The piece surveys intra party tensions as leaders clash over strategy and loyalty, noting Dorr letters and Harper’s fiery rhetoric. It highlights calls for unity and cites figures like Judge Dever and the Attorney General, with references to Virginia action and Tremont Temple speeches.

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Erie and Warren rail plans and local business notes

The item reviews iron deliveries for Sunbury and Erie line toward Warren and fixes Lock Haven as a machine shop site. It notes John Banyard opening a grocery store in Wrights Lane, mentions Rev Wa Wa’s social donation, and reports on local improvements, political talk, and a resignation in the Dorectorship with Mr. Tibball as successor candidate.

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Navigational Fancy and Public Works Echoes At Brown's Hotel

The week features playful nautical tales and acrobatic stunts near Brown's Hotel facing slippery sidewalks as a stormy mood grips City Street. The Erie and Pittsburgh line advances. public works near Public Square progress with a new concert hall planned for Wayne ward.

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Nervous Debility Remedy Pills Proclaimed by Cambridge Ad

A historical advertisement promotes a nervous debility remedy claiming rapid, lasting relief without opium or drug addictions. It asserts the pills strengthen the nervous system, calm the mind, improve sleep and digestion, and restore natural health. Prepared by C A Harter & Bro for sale by local druggists at 25 cents per box.

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Marriages In Wellsburg and Nearby Towns

In Wellsburg on the 6th, Rev d H Prestey joins WME Mott of New York to Henrietta McSparren of Wellsburg. Also AsheR Waldo of Albion weds Susan Rawdy of Girard township. In another entry, Anthony Grettlier weds Christin 4 Apsslec.

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Deaths. Flora Haw and others in the city

Fragmentary death notices report Flora Haw and Mrs John Heiss among recent losses. A brief illness preceded the passing of Bristologist aged about five, with surrounding family mentions and local references.

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