Mexican Question and American Policy in 1860s Debated
The Times discusses Dix's potential Paris mission and America's stance on France and Maximilian. It argues the Union would veto French intervention, notes Lincoln era tensions, and critiques Napoleon III's Mexican venture as based on misread US unity and European distractions. It highlights Seward's cautious approach and suggests spontaneous Mexican settlement may occur without pressure.
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The Constitution and the power shift after the war
The article discusses the doctrine of federal authority over states, noting that while states cannot secede, forces may coerce it. It argues Congress has grown powerful since the war, altering state relations and diminishing central authority. It predicts Congress will dominate, regardless of constitutional form, and warns presidential policy may die if elections reveal majority support for such shift.
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Conversion of Massachusetts Senator Wilson at revival meeting
The religious conversion of Senator Wilson of Massachusetts is announced by the senator himself in remarks at a revival meeting. He recalls decades of church attendance, detachment from infidelity, and long reluctance before yielding to Christian faith with peace found in the past week. He urges young men to seek their peace with God, expressing hope and mercy at the cross.
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Train withdraws from Nebraska canvass over whisky influence
George Francis Train resigns as a candidate for territorial delegate in Congress from Nebraska, citing money for carriages to sway voters and liquor as moral ruin. He appeals for education and Christian charities, condemns vote buying, and urges fewer breweries and more churches and schools. He also notes Indiana Plainfield as banner township for Republican support and comments on voter turnout and leadership.
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