Trumbull Elected to Senate Amid Union Tensions
The Illinois election returns show Lyman Trumbull elected to the U S Senate succeeding Gen Shields, with praise for his legal mind and integrity. The piece weighs Republican aims and the Missouri Compromise era stance, noting mixed reactions among readers and potential succession questions. Southern influences and abolitionist contrasts are discussed, alongside Seward’s victory in New York and its national implications.
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Morever
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Rockford
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Bull
Aear Republic
West Conyon
Jude Trumbull
Vemperaine
Ingo Farang
Judy To Trumbull
Douglas & En
Col. Bissell
Editors Trade Washburne Comment in Heated Nebraska Debate
The Julletin argues for trading Washburne of Maine for Washburne, Wentworth, and Turner, criticizing attempts to replace Washburne with a Democratic candidate and noting the lack of funds to complete the swap. It predicts further bargaining for a Nebraska man who can raise money, and claims current arrangements are preferable.
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Deluce
Oregon Statehood Referendum and Resources Provision
The bill passed in the House authorizes Oregon Territory to form a Constitution and State Government and seek admission as a state with equal footing. It outlines land grants for schools and a university, funds for public buildings, and five percent of proceeds from public lands to support roads. It also mentions a coal mining venture in Mexico with planned labor and coal extraction.
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Pacific news from the North Star voyage and Pacific events
News from the Pacific reports the North Star bringing a large budget from the Pacific side. Gold mining revives after drought while New Year’s storm extends across the state. US Senate election slated for January 17 with Whigs nominating Edwards and Gwin facing Likely administration strength. Panama Railroad’s first train from Aspinwall to Panama excites locals as transit becomes faster and safer. Reports from the Sandwich Islands note King’s death and changed native mood. Acapulco cites 2000 Santa Anna troops joining Alvarez.
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Aspinwall
California
Sandwich Islands
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Acapulco
Santa Anna
Alvarez
New Materia Tule for Paper From California Swamp Lands
Gov Bigler discusses Tule a plant growing in California swamp lands with potential for paper making. It yields about two tons per acre, costs two cents per pound, and may rival rags. Several parcels have been sent to U S paper makers for testing, possibly replacing basswood. Temperance law passes Indiana House after Senate, cannon fire greets passage. A Michigan legislator Aryhinum noted as half breed Indian.
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Constitutional Convention A State Move To Revise The Charter
The House passed a 63 to 11 resolution to call a constitutional convention, likely to win Senate approval. Operative only with voters in the next General Assembly election, it would require a majority favorable ballot. Backers urge careful tinkering of the organic law, noting inevitability of change.
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Senator Portals Election Figures For Ledslatun
A reader friendly snapshot shows vote tallies for Senator in Ledslatun with partial figures from Chicago Tribune analysis. Final vote lists Lyman Trumbull for Senate and numerous named candidates across House and other districts, with party aligned names and multiple county allocations.
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Death of Badltor Morgan L. Bors, Esq.
Death notice from Maysville Kentucky recounts the passing of Morgan L. Bors, late assistant editor of a Detroit paper, from consumption after his bride Miss Wilson died in a powder magazine explosion. The notice notes his journalism career in Ohio and Detroit and mourns his loss alongside his late wife. Other items mention Chippewa and Winnebago diplomacy plans and assorted 19th century notices.
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Maysville
Kentucky
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Chas Botts
Lincoln Triumph at Last in Nebraska Nebraskaites Vote
The assembly of lawmakers and factions shows Lincoln winning on the 8th and final ballot, with Trumbull and Matteson contenders. Nebraskaites shift, party loyalties tested, and a tense session ends with Trumbull declared senator as Stanton’s bloc reacts. Judge Trumbull gains endorsement from Madison’s Dr Allan, while debates reflect slavery stance and abolition sentiments.
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Supreme Court denies discharge of Mexican cols in suit
Wasitinetox reports the Supreme Court refusing to discharge Mexican columns from the suit against the government over a portion of Mexican property in transit. Secretary of the Treasury provided no reprieve, while Senator Wilson of Massachusetts took his seat after qualification. A coal field visit and a steamship event in Chicago noted.
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Legislation moves through Illinois assembly at Springfield
Springfield Feb 9 10 The Legislature passed many bills and referred others to a third reading. A resolution urged locating state institutions in Jacksonville and report next session. Bills to incorporate Peoria University Rock River improvements and the Illinois Coal Company were approved or advanced. The prohibitory liquor bill passed 21 to 7 and adjournment set for Thursday. The next day committees reported many private and local bills and resolutions urged restoring Missouri Compromise and protecting religious worship and burial rights.
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Indy Davies County
Quincy
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McCamb
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Morris Mill Co
Quincy Savings and Tnsuranes Company
Andrew Enroyman
Kaskaskia
Botton
Ilinois Coal Company
Senator Soward’s crowded reception at Wasitmaron
In Wasitmaron on February 6 1855 Senator Soward hosts a large gathering of Senators Representatives citizens and strangers. A fine band and ample supper complement the event, described as highly gratifying. A later dispatch notes Maine Law passage in Indianapolis and grand jury indictments against liquor sellers and prize concert managers.
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Nomination fight for US Senate ends in caucus unity
Harrisburg scene from February reports Cameron leading on ballots amid chaos as several members bolt. On the seventh ballot Cameron trails, a resolution seeks unanimous nomination. amid legislative probes into alleged bribery, a joint convention sets election date and tally. New York moves to incorporate the American Women’s Educational Association to promote liberal education for women.
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New York
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Amerigin Women's Educational Association
Lovejoy Speech at Springfield Elevates Abolitionist
The Feb. 6 report from Springfield describes a landmark appearance by a former abolitionist in the Illinois House, with crowds filling galleries. William Lovejoy’s defense of equal rights and opposition to the Fugitive Slave Law drew praise, while opponents attempted a reply defending slavery.
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