Pierce and the slavery issue in early 1830s Senate debates
The text reviews Franklin Pierce’s stance and actions on the abolition question in Congress, detailing clashes over petitions against slavery in the District and Texas annexation. It notes Pierce’s consistent defense of constitutional rights, his opposition to abolitionists, and the political pressure from Southern and Northern factions, concluding with reflections on party loyalty and personal integrity in the face of moral choices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hentia
Clay
Congress
Buchanan
Calhoun
Pierce
Preston
South Carolina
Texas
Union
Pierch
Can. Grohe
Prentice
Vermont
Atherton
Mer. Lumpkin
Yeas
Franklin Pierce
Can. Globe
Morris
Committee On the Judiciary
Senate
Ohio
Norvell
Kentucky
House
Dolm P. Hale
Hunker Democracy
New Hampshire
Atwood
Webster
Major Lally
Ritchie
Tremont House
Boston
Orr
Apaltins
Weuteeman
South
Baltimore
Slade
New Wampshire
Belico
Prado
Enem
New York Evening Post
Dix
John van Buren
Henry B. Stanton
Martin van Buren
Lierce
United States
Manneum
Ddimanes
Milwaukee double homicide shocker at Hopkins Bookstore
J M W Lace, a well known Milwaukee man, was shot in front of Hopkins Bookstore on Wisconsin Street by Ant Wheeler, an American from Cleveland. Wheeler drew the pistol from her breast, fired, then offered the weapon to bystanders and surrendered to Officer Page. Wheeler claims Lace wronged her, says she would repeat the act if given chance, and intended to kill herself but the pistol misfired.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee
JM. W. Lace
Hopkins’ Bookstore
Wisconsin Street
Tie
Ant Wheeler
Cleveland
Ohio
Page
Lace
Locoroca
Madison
Locofuco
Hite
Tocofoco
Congress
Ireland
Junin
Senate
Soun J. Corptenden
Winthrop
Courting Like Rebecca in Genesis A Simple Guiding Tale
A writer urges straightforward courtship and self possession, citing Rebecca from Genesis 24 as a model. He praises her decisive reply I will go and contrasts it with modern flattery. He advises readers to answer plainly when loved ones ask for commitment.
Weighing Pennsylvania Ohio votes for Winfield Scott
The New York Tribune predicted modest results in Pennsylvania and Ohio anticipating Scott support but suggesting friends of Scott cared more for outcomes than party labels. The piece recalls 1848 shifts and argues for war river and harbor improvements and national unity as the prize.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SCO
Graiam
Reasons for Voting for Gen Scott
A fragmentary historical pitch listing eight reasons to support General Scott, praising his public service, leadership, constitutional loyalty, and northern anti-slavery stance, while attacking Pierce and his allies. It cites his defense of western improvements, industry, and cautious foreign policy, then harshly critiques that he lacks statesman qualities and opposes harbor improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
America
England
Canada
Mexico
Cuba
Loco Foco
Locofoco
Republic
Washington
Harison
Taylor
Pierce favored by slave interests in the South
The piece argues Pierce is allied with pro slavery factions in the South and Virginia’s early support strengthens his candidacy. It accuses opponents of seeking to silence free speech in Congress and condemns the editor of a rival paper for attacking Whig candidates and resorting to insinuations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Chilcoun
South Carolina
Virginia
Congress
United States
Wiley
Slander and Defense in Sheriff Election Rhetoric
A local election piece defends George Reitzell against base slander aboutPost Office service. It vows action by law and the people, urging voters to reject libelous attacks and support Reitzell as county sheriff on November second.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mhem
George Reitnell
Reitzell
Mr. Reitzell
George Reitzell
Whig speakers address large gatherings in Elgin and Galena
On Tuesday evening a large audience heard Mr Gibbons of Ohio via telegraph while I F Goodhue spoke in his absence. I F Goodhue delivered a lengthy, amiable address. On Wednesday evening B R Denio of Galena addressed Whig supporters at the Court House. Denio praised as a capable speaker, active in the district and also spoke at Winslow and Onoco during the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gibbons
Ohio
Elgin
I. F. Geeodhu
B. BR. Denio Esq
Galena
Court House
Denio
Winslow
Onoco
The Elections and Political Outlook Across States
The piece analyzes election prospects in Pennsylvania and Ohio, noting uncertainty in results but predicting reduced Democratic majorities. It cites Ohio expected to cast 25 electoral votes for Scott, claims Whig gains in Pennsylvania, and references public figures such as Cass and Wright, with commentary on Douglas at Freeport and a promotional note for a publication drawing room.
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Pennsylvania
Ohio
Scott
Cleveland Herald
Columbus
Cass
Statesman
Congress
Senate
Wright
Dom
Legislative U'S9
Locofoco
William Brown Nominated for District Attorney by Winnebago Bar
William Brown of Winnebago is placed on the ticket as candidate for District Attorney. He is praised as a sound lawyer with unsullied reputation in private and professional life. Recommended by Winnebago Bar members from both parties and by central Whig committees of Winnebago Stefano and Daviess counties.
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William Brown
Winnebago
Brown
Whig Committees
Steplonson
Daviess
Winnebago County
Bethren
Jas
Hay
Anson Minnen
Wat. Larmer
L.I. Warser
Winston Hurry
Oynva F. Minnen
Promise and Pledge on Fugitive Slave Law Debate
A letter chides Hon. Trompson CAMIELt for failing to repeal the Fugitive Slave Law. The writer accuses him of broken promises to abolitionists, warns about supporting General Firea for President, and questions loyalty to party pledges made two years earlier to secure abolitionist support.
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Trompson Camielt
Dean Tom—Jinny
Br. Rawson
Tom
Campbell
Ilinois
Neasuce
Altough
Iowa
Volta
General Firea
Navy
Perco
Man
Thompson
Election Laws Define Voter Eligibility And Ballot Rules
The document cites a 1849 constitution provision granting voting rights to white male citizens over 21 who resided in the state, with ballots cast in the voter's town. It outlines MODI: conducting elections requiring ballot voting, a single ticket listing all presidential, state, and county offices, and white paper ballots folded to conceal marks.
Irish Birth Citizens Back Winfield Scott in New York Vote
A letter from Irish born residents of New York, Brooklyn, and Williamsburgh condemns anti naturalized voters, endorses Winfield Scott for president over Franklin Pierce, cites Scott’s wartime service and protection of religious liberty, and argues for internal improvements and fair land policy. The piece links Scott’s record to loyalty to all citizens regardless of birth.
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New York
Brooklyn
Williamsburgh
Puglisi. Wa
Ireland
Wisrtenp Scott
Geneva Pirror
Winfield Scott
Lucas
Swift Grattan
O'Connell
Meagher
T'rankuin Pierce
London Times
Colt
Franklin Pierce
Washall
Winfiold Scott
Quebec
England
United States
Winfield Lott
Winfold Scott
New Hampshire
Franklih
Piercoma
Expunging Constitutional Restrictions Comes Up in Pierce Debate
A discussion on Pierce defense of constitutional limits reveals scant evidence of support for expunging odious restrictions. The list of names includes McNonnell, Garret, Murphy, Lynch, Walsh, Reilly, Bird, Ward, Murphy, Kennedy, Sullivan, OBrien, ONeill, Carroll, Kennedy, and others, indicating a broad but contested set of voices in the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Nugih McNonnell
John Garret
Micnael O'Flaterty
Thos, McGuire
Patrick Murphy
John Lynch
King
William Searson
Dennis Faley
Joan Wayns
Swheney
WM. Sharp
Jas. R. Doyle
David
Harper
M. Hogan
P. Joyor
I. O'Brien
I. Slattery
Jim O.neill
D. Gray
Still
R. Cook
McGuirm
L. Paul
O'Donnell
D. Cessin
J. McDonald
Milligan
McHanny
B. Hawly
J. Berwick
Ty. O'Donnell
B. Conway
M. Flaherty
2. Carroll
WM. O'Brien
J. O'Rourks
W. Jackson
H. Kennedy
J. Cas
STN
J. O'Connor
W. O'Mally
H.o'neill
Golden
J. Odyer
J. Exan
P.gilar
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Confederacy
South Coordina
Maine
New Mutopshire
Charleston Mercury
Richmond
Iasn
Vitale
Myoping
Couven
Hepnay Coun
Giddings
Tim
Vieree
Tait
Uae
Toledo Republican
Giddage
Abraham
Laben
Isaac
Rebecca
Itebecca
New York Tribune
Pate
General Scott
Me. Galhaan
Palinecto
Becl
Ulla
Muito
Troy
McNgager
Cabimviate
Marylagderits Poligt
Ryde
Freeport Journal
Freeport
Illinois
New Jersey
Wily Graham
North Carolina
Winliam
Char_es M. Wittam
Alexanden C. Ginson
Lroxann
Wilig
Nowernor
Edwin B. Webb
Winte County
Gontrnor
D. Morrison
ST. Clair County
Buckner
Cook County
Charles Betts
Stephenson County
Francis Arenz
Cass County
TOR Congress
E.B
Washburne
Whig County
Assembly
Cyrenus B
EL. W. Guitbau
Thomas Egan
Concord
Pottifogger
Bac
Douglas
Staton
Truman Smith
Smith
Tlinois
Gueasey
Witho
Thomas Campbell
Freesolliamn
Mr. P. Sweet
Thom Campbell
Sixth
John Chariton
John Momelus
WA. Knowlton
Joe Arnold
William Wright
H. Salisbury
A. W. Trawson
District of Columbia
House of Representatives
Uence
Campbells
Lynn Boyd
Galeoa Advertiser
Pranxmin Pierce
Anonnw Jackson
Fransituix Pierce
Maris van Buren
James K. Ole
Frane Prince
Avenew Jackson
Mantis van Bouys
Dird
Lora Jane
Jas, Schofield
Rockford
Onren Minnen, Jr
M. Wianr
Tos
D. Roberson
J.J. Stone
J.G. Manuove
Jason Manan
Ropingon
Frsenor
J. I. Brewster
John Wood
Star Shaving
A. A. Follock
Tereas Phinoas F. Clark
Mary Clark
Circuit Court
Mortozos Pagus
Hooves J. ‘Turner
Stephenson
Sid Phiness J. Clark
Phineas J. Clark
John Riga
F. W. & Brawley
Calab Westcot
John Rive
Lahall
John Rica
Bro Henge
Kaid Trust
SD Thomas J
Turnee
Begala
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