General Pierce in a Mexican battle described as ardent and reckless
An 1840s observer portrays General Franklin Pierce as ardent and undisciplined during a night assault on Mexican forces near Charabines. The account questions his judgment after he joins the pursuit despite injury, while praising his earlier battlefield zeal and noting heavy Civil War era partisan reaction to his actions and future political prominence.
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Tették
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So Gotight
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Pevifet
P. Smith
Piores
Pierce
Charabines
Wincelina Aresicrey
Lampshire
Comrads
F. Smith
Tilen
Shields
Paine
Franklin Pierge
Jon"Jour
Freeport growth and railroad drives regional prosperity
Freeport in Stephenson County shows rapid growth with railroad works and new roads under way. A three story brick schoolhouse and eight churches reflect major development. twin hopes for a Savanna Mississippi railroad link boost local commerce, hotels, and traveler accommodations amid a thriving town atmosphere.
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Chicago Road
T Hove
Irgeport
Freeport
J. G. Bevee
Freaport
Carroll
Mississippi
Savanna
Carrol Rep
UWE Tennant Governor slate in Buckeye county race
The Morrison Ges tle slate campaigns for lieutenant governor and state posts, with candidates including Buckner Morris and coon county names. The fragment hints at a party slate and regional contest in a local election context.
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L. D. Morrison
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Morris
Coon County
Whig Whig Macs Meeting with Congressional and Auditor Candidates
Whig candidates E B Wasasunne for Congress and Cuaniel Berts for Auditor will address political questions at Oneco on Wednesday September 29 at 3 PM and at Cedarville on Thursday September 30 at 3 PM. Whigs Freesoilers and Democrats urged to attend. Press delay prevents usual Journal publication this week.
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Congress
Cuaniel Berts
Oneco
Cedarville
Journal Enlarged Promises Bigger County Paper
The Journal presents an enlarged format with another column on each page to become one of the state's largest county papers. The note promises continued diligent coverage across general news, agriculture, manufactures, commerce, religion, morals, and politics with a touch of mirth, relying on public patronage.
Battle Hymn and Political Rhetoric in Stephenson County
A fragmented, inflammatory piece extols General Scott and Pierce, urging Whigs to rally for Scott and portray Pierce as hostile to river improvements and religious minorities. It links Civil War era imagery to contemporary politics, urging vigilance and district victories, urging mobilization and broader political alignments.
Whigs Urge Matthew Scott Victory Over Pierce in County Rally
A Whig editorial argues that voters misled by the Baltimore Convention favoring the English capitalist-backed Pierce should be informed. It urges opposing all Democratic candidates from President to Coroner and prioritizes winning Stephenson County for Winfield Scott, stressing broad nationalist duty and action.
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Democratic’ Party
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Iftin
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Pierce
Vpicree
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Stephenson
Abolitionist pledges and governor questions debated
The text reports abolitionist pledges tied to a Rock Island Convention stance on Texas annexation and slavery. Interrogatories ask candidates about prohibiting slavery in territories and DC, admission of new slave states, repeal of the Fugitive Slave Act, House representation for new states, and Congress powers to regulate the slave trade. Courcery answers affirmatively on most, opposing new slave states and defending congressional regulation of the slave trade.
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Pusat
United States
Srcona
District of Columbia
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Congress
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Texan
Whig Meeting at Court House Promises Election Momentum
Enthusiastic crowd at the Court House last evening backs the Whig principles for November. Mr. Turlburt delivered a clear, eloquent exposition, and Washburne, the district’s future representative, spoke to the point. The speech confirmed Pierre’s stance against Catholic tests in New Hampshire. Also notes plans for further citizen addresses and a California news item about emigration routes and a Shasta Courier report.
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Turlburt
Washiurne
M. C
Pierre
New Hampshire
Mgr. W
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iMee
Printing firm offers broad job work at fair terms
A local office announces added fancy typography and large printing capabilities with reasonable rates. The notice invites all needing printing services to examine their work and prices, naming Democastiao Noamatyong-Tho as a contact.
Meeting on Democratic eluciation in Freeport
A Freeport gathering hosted BB Ferry a locofoco elector candidate. Whigs and Democrats attended amid scattered handbills. Ferry argued for consolidation and centralization, contrasting 1812 Federal and current parties, while Minnesota Democrat Phillips urged Pierce. The event ended with mixed reactions and a note of one attendee pledging support for General Scott.
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BB. Ferry
Locofoco
Locofocos
Ferry
Ordway
Bate Boon
Federal Party
Federal Party of 1812
Buchanan
Woodbury
Ingerroll
Taney
Oyler
Douglas
Q. Linton
Ohio
Turner
Philips
Minnesota
Gen. Scott
Prompt and Efficient Offices in Prairie Democrat Vote
A Prairie Democrat editorial defends its Democratic sheriff nominee amid attacks, praising decisiveness and energy while dismissing slander as baseless. It cites local politics in Stephenson County and notes other items from the issue, including a Whig Review feature and local court actions.
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Prairie Democrat
Gheritf
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Stephenson County
Governor HeBe Speech in Stephenson County Court House
Gov HeBe delivered a nearly three hour address to Stephenson County citizens at the Court House on Friday. He argued for the Whig principles and protection of labor interests, praised Gen Scott, and criticized Gen Pierce. The crowd, large and attentive, cheered and applauded frequently during the speech.
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Court House
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Ifo
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Hoe
Pierce
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General Scott Visits Cleveland in Rain to Viewer Patriotism
Gen. Scott tours western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio seeking a site for a military hospital. In Cleveland he is welcomed by thousands despite heavy rain, with Irish, German groups guiding him to lodgings. He thanks citizens, recalls his army life, and departs for Columbus amid cannon fire and cheers.
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Tuo
Hta
Chicago Journal
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Limoan
Vallow
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Clumbus
Maine Whig Victory Shapes Senate Control
The Boston Atlas reports Maine results showing Whigs with 14 Senate seats and Democrats with 7 plus Franklin in play, implying Whig Senate majority on joint ballot and potential gain if Franklin joins. House appears Democratic, with a Whig congressional edge suggested by figures over three hundred qwill.
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General Scott's Visit To Pittsburgh Stirs Whigs
Gen Scott arrived in Pittsburgh with a large escort from the Rail Depot to the Monongahela Hotel where he lodged. A morning crowd in front of the Court House heard a brief introduction by Capt Naylor and a short speech praising Pennsylvania's people and militia. An evening mass meeting opposite the Monongahela hotel featured speakers including Col Scott Senator Bell of Tennessee M Sharpless and Capt Robert Porter. The event produced bonfires and strong Whig display. Scott planned to depart for the west Monday morning via Cleveland.
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Naylor
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M. Sharpless
N. S
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Nominating Horace Mahh for Governor Faces Opposition
Massachusetts political skirmish over the nomination of Horace Mahh by the Free Sailors, described as a surrender to Attorney General Clifford and the Whig candidate. Vote tallies show Whig and Democrat splits in both Senate and House, with many typos in the source but clear cross-party rebuke of the bill. Thompson Campbell laments the departure from record in a Chicago Journal–style report.
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Toltta
Democratic Sun
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Aldo
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Yeus
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Hompson
New York Whig State Nomina At Convention Syra cup
The New York Whig State Nomination at the Syracuse convention was by acclamation for Washington Ifpit as Governor and William A. Kent for Lieutenant Governor on the second ballot. Thomas Ampshail of Rochester was nominated by acclamation for Canal Commissioner. The piece rails against Harbor and River improvement bills and criticizes Locofoco and Pierce supporters, noting California Senator Gwin as head of the Loftice group and alleging treasury speculation.
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Govenor
Wiliam A. Kent
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Didvand
van Due
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Treasury
German Come-outers in Eleventh Ward Aaa Manifest
The Volka Blatt prints a Cincinnati-based manifest by 182 German Democrats in the Eleventh Ward forming an anti Miami ticket. The group denounces prior party leaders, pledges to back Whig candidates in the coming election, and includes a note about poetry and a stray social vignette. It also mentions a destitute Irish daughter seeking aid and a pompous helper’s rebuke in Wall Street.
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