11 Feb 1858
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Newspaper
Freeport Weekly Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1858
Page
1
A chaotic mix reports a steamer explosion near New Madrid with heavy loss of life and widespread political remarks. The piece ties Civil War fears to Kansas debates, court rulings, press suppression, and looming constitutional battles surrounding the Lecompton Constitution.
The piece lauds Hon. J. B. Wasmerase as a nerveful defender of rights amid a charged Congress. It praises northern lawmakers for resisting southern intimidation, condemns the Democrat stance on Lecompton issues, and criticizes the Bulletin’s attempted spin while pledging support for Doughis where aligned with right and justice.
The House debated referring the Lecompton Constitution to a select committee of fifteen for fact finding on its formation legality and subsequent events. A serious altercation occurred during debate with heated exchanges and punches, leading to adjournment until Monday after Speaker’s orders and a request for a new plan on considering the Kansas message.
The chamber debated a motion by Mr Stevens to refer the Message to the committee of territories. The House disagreed by a vote of 118 to 1. Mr Harris’s proposition was adopted by 1 to 1. Mr Keitt offered a personal explanation apologizing for Friday’s disruption. Grow defended free self defense while acknowledging decorum. The House adjourned.
The President’s message to Congress discusses the Kansas struggle over statehood and the Lecompton Constitution. It argues for adherence to the organic act, asserts the Topeka government’s rebellion, and supports admitting Kansas under a constitution that includes slavery. It warns that rejecting the constitution could renew sectional conflict and endanger the Union.
Rae Peterson's Monthly Detector for February is received and corrected by Drexel & Co. Published by T. L. Peterson & Bros. Subscriptions priced at 1 year for the monthly edition and 2 dollars for semi monthly. Notices include Student Schoolmonthly and New York publications with editors Calkins and Sur gent Epes Sur gent. A mix of school monthlies from New York publishers is described with favorable notes on quality and content.
A fragment lists pro slavery advocacy from a National Democrat editor and promotes subscriptions to The Day Book, The Tribune Almanac for 1858, and various magazines. It includes pricing details and notices about gazetteer work, magazines for the home, and family reading titles with publisher addresses.
An antiquated column touts a Grove and Caner Sewing Machine as a cure for fashion drudgery and a better home life while promoting Dr Sanford's Invigorator or Liver Remedy as a universal cure. The ad links liver reform to lung strength and overall health, claiming success in extensive practice.
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