Are We Men and Will We Stand for Our Country
A stirring call to northern readers condemning Southern aggression over Kansas and slavery. It denounces ruffians, defends Union duty, and urges unified action by Republicans and Democrats alike to uphold law, liberty, and national unity amid threats to Free Statemen and civil peace. The column mixes political outrage with brief notices on events in Chicago, politics, and commerce.
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Miquel
Plains
Kansas
Wres
North
South
Free State
Onglino
United Republic
Pearty
Who Will Go to the Bloomington Convention
An appeal from the Galena Advertiser urges the Men of Davis and Stephenson to volunteer for the Bloomington convention. It warns that Civil War over slavery rages in Kansas and calls for local citizens to pledge to travel to Bloomington and attend the convention on Thursday. Postmistress Maria Brower in West Rupert, VI, is named as post holder for Davia.
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Mel
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von Stetlers
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Paussie
Tate
Maria Brower
Rupert
Sollier
Lyons
Minnesota
St Paul
Savanna Repair- Henn
Florida
Baptist
Kadamague
Fragmented 19th century notes show wide varied reports
The piece lists diverse items from Pennsylvania legislation to local fires and prisons, with scattered figures on riots, property loss, and transport. It references Newburyport jail occupancy, Paris exhibitions, Polish settlers, and a tale of a French soldier turned shopkeeper.
Assault on Senator Sumner described in full report
A detailed account of the May 1836 assault on Senator Sumner by Mr. Brooks is presented. Brooks struck Sumner with a cane multiple times, causing a deep head wound, while others attempted to intervene. Sumner's condition is described as critical, with physicians noting severe head injuries and restricting access to him. The article also mentions surrounding observers and the immediate aftermath in the Senate chamber.
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Foster
Monza
Toombs
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Sumne
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