Census of 1859 shows growth in population and territory
The abstract notes United States land area expanding from 245,153 to 2,230,472 square miles in ten years, with population up by 28,203,488 across the Union. Whites reach 19,030,738. slaves 8,204,089. free colored 428,661. Immigrant arrivals total 7,542,860 since 1790, and density varies by state, with Rhode Island and Massachusetts most populated in New England. The report warns of data gaps but credits census officers for effort and urges fuller future research into climate related health and economic implications.
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Iowa
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Rhode Trinid
Texas
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Louisiana
Delaware
Virginia
South Carolina
Peninsylvania
Itia
Georgia
Boston Medical Journal
Minnesota
Oregon
Pacific
Athaiitie
Arrangement with Peru over Lobos Islands guano rights
A late 19th century Washington Republic report states the United States acknowledges Peruvian sovereignty over the Lobos Islands and ports. Peru agrees to freight American chartered vessels at twenty dollars per ton, buy implements used for guano gathering, and honor preexisting schooner orders, ensuring advantageous terms for US vessel owners and agriculturists.
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Lobos Islands
Webster
Congress
Watfaring
United States
Poris
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Medd
DeOsma
Lina
Fran
Washington
Dune
Pacific
Washington Republic
Florida Indians Bowlegs still in woods defying removal
Late Tampa intelligence says Bowlegs and his people refuse to quit Florida. He visited Washington to seek confirmation of Worth's treaty terms and payment for some runners. Return to the Peninsula shows promises made only to avoid leaving the woods. The President reportedly gives them until next spring to migrate peaceably. Congress may probe Treasury payoffs and Galphin-like corruption as part of clearing the peninsula of the savages.
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Florida
Averit Marcus
Blake
United States Treasury
Congress
Piercy
Land Sales Open In Lake Superior Mining District
Reports from the Lake Superior Land District indicate rapid activity as Commissioners prepare to select lands for mining operations and canals. Large tracts, up to millions of acres, are eyed for public sale and investment with spring transfers anticipated, signaling a rush on titles and development.
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Candy Lawes
Choe
Lake Superior Land District
Alfred
Tero
Death of William R. King marked by national mourning
Eastern papers recount the death of William R. King born 1786 in North Carolina 66 at his passing. King served as U.S. Senator from Alabama and President of the Senate. his death follows a long career with ties to Clay Calhoun and Webster and a turbulent era in U.S. politics. The Democratic Press notes his southern stance and unwavering dedication to the Union while praising his prudent leadership and stabilizing influence in the Senate.
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Naples
St. Petersburg
Europe
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Russia
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Senate
Adams Institute Meeting and 1852 magazine ad notice
The Adams Institute schedules a meeting at the Basement of the First Presbyterian Church on Tuesday evening the 7th to discuss the intervention policy advocated by Kossuth. Gaanas's Magazine notes its December issue, advertising 112 pages per number and a yearly subscription offer. Savanna railroad stock subscriptions reach 40,000 dollars in one day with 40,000 more in Carroll County and officers selected, signaling early operation progress.
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Propport
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D. Clark
G. Bronson
Carrol
Manny’s Reaper and Mower earns Cold Medal at Chicago Institute
The Democratic Cross of the 1st awards list shows Manny of Cority winning a Cold Medal for the best Reaper and Mower combined at the Chicago Mechanics Institute exhibition. Three other competitors faltered, marking Manny’s superiority amid questions of influence in earlier disputes with McCormick.
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Session of Congress Opens Monday Next
The serous session of the present Congress will commence on Monday next. We shall probably be able to say the Message of the President before our readers in our next paper. Citizens of Philadelphia died on the beat. White Forward died at Pittsburg on the 4th. Aged 65 after a three day illness. Low filled many important stations of honor and trust. The National Intelligencer denies the claim that the American Minister at Madrid renewed a purchase proposal for Cuba.
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Navy orders Cayenne to Tavany and Albany to Pensacola
The Republic reports that the U. S. sloop of war Cayenne is ordered to Tavany and the Albany to Pensacola. The Court Martial in the McLane case acquits him, but the President disapproves and orders a new trial. Morning papers do not confirm Davenport’s removal from the Crescent City by the U S Government.
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Crescent City
BENATORS ELECTED Illinois Legislature Reports
Fragmentary Illinois Senate and House roll call lists show numerous elected senators and representatives from counties across the state. The document records names associated with Madison Clinton Vermilion Sangamon Morgan and others, noting party alignment with a Democr atic majority and Whig/Freesoiler labels in a sprawling 19th century roll.
Mormon fate and the Salt Lake Valley immigration debate
A St Louis Intelligencer correspondent among the Mormons weighs whether they can stay and worship as they please or face removal. The Salt Lake Valley is pivotal for continental immigration and commerce, and a future clash with Americans may force Mormons outward. The piece speculates on possible refuges in Mexico or Asia as American expansion risks displacing them.
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St. Louis Intelligencer
Mormon
Cantilo
Salt Lake Valley
Mexico
Asia
Pacific
The Editor at Home and the Silent Night
An antiquated, lyrical scene unfolds in a study with a blazing hearth as an editor battles fatigue. Dreams blur to Morpheus while a printer’s devil messenger interrupts with burned pages and overdue notes prompting a comic, backstage glimpse of press life and the pressures of deadlines.
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