National Republican Convention Advocates Unity in Freedom
A long account of the National Republican Convention in Pittsburgh, stressing unity across Free and Slave States to uphold constitutional liberty. It lauds Blair, Abijah Mann, and John A. King, praising moderation, patriotism, and a common goal to extend freedom while opposing slavery’s expansion. It urges Illinois men to organize and prepare, echoing 1776 rhetoric.
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Free States
Jefferson
Adackton
Pittsburgh
Jackson
F. C. Blair
Inbor
Abijih Minn
Meet
John A. King
Rufus King
Pinsburgh
National Republican Convention
Caducus
Savery
Kansas
Blair
Abijah Man
Hoar
Massachusetts
Philadelphia
Banker
Linois
Pathe
Republican Convention at Pittsburg Proclaims Prohibition of Slavery
The Freeport Journal reports the Republican Convention at Pittschurch on the 221 lnst united diverse parties to advocate prohibiting Slavery in the territories. Delegates formed a liberal, dignified platform, proving themselves friends of Freedom as the country notes broad support from Chicago Tribune and New York Evening Post.
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Pittschurch
Territories
Varties
Pittsburg
Friends of Freedom
Vaughan
Chicago Tribune
Democratic Journale
New York Evening Post
Racine Railroad Prospects Boost Freeport Doors Open
The Racine Railroad project shows strong progress with subscriptions reaching 2,500,000 and more expected to fund the line west of Freeport. Surveys by Stanrox confirm routes from Freeport to Rockton and Rockton to Pecatonica, guiding a spring push to start operations from Savanna to Beloit.
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Carroll County
J Culous
Freeport
Stanrox
Racine
Protest by New York Delegates Against Fillmore Nomination
A portion of New York delegates to the National Council protest the nomination of Millard Fillmore. They claim he is not a member or aligned with the American party and charge the nomination was forced by Southern votes and a minority of delegates, against the wishes of most New York delegates and opposed states. They condemn the process as a betrayal of the American movement and an attempt to subdue its principles. The protest asserts delegates from several states voted under coercion, with some parties withdrawing in protest.
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Millard Fillmore
Law and
Houston
New York
Fillmore
National Council
Ins
Cleave votes Nebrask a Picket win by about 400
Cleave municipal election returns show a narrow victory for the Nebras ka Picket by roughly 400 votes Tuesday. Local merchants and professionals were among the voters amid a heated campaign, with the mayoral outcome seen as pivotal for the town’s direction.
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Cleave
Nebraska
Dudaenes
Wis
Curry
Voy
Sharman
Reyal Frig Volers
Milwaukee and Beloit Railroad plans urged for northern trade
An 1850 Milwaukee meeting advocates a Milwaukee to Beloit railroad linking with Racine and Mississippi River markets. It endorses shared tracks to Muskego Centre, proposes Milwaukee fund 20 miles toward Delavan, and forms a five member committee to negotiate with the Milwaukee and Beloit company and towns along the route. The drive aims to boost freight traffic and regional export capacity.
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Wea
Milwaukee Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Reluit
Racine
Mississipp
Mead
Milhwaukee
Fox River Valley Road
Milwaukee & Beloit
Muskego Centre
Delavan
Milwaukee & Beloit Railroad
Lake
Mississippi
Freeport
Wisconsin
Criticisms of Pierce administration run through era politics
An editorial translation from the Mim oke County Argus portrays the Pierce, Marcy, and Douglas era as a cascade of missteps. It attacks Free Soil appointments, Maine and Southern tensions, the Nebraska bill, and Kansas conflicts, then notes British press influence and looming wars as the administration collapses under domestic strife.
Art Union Sandusky Distribution Event Notes
The report describes a disrupted Art Union distribution in Sandusky and nearby areas with a brief address by B. Cookaatter and remarks by Parke Goodwin. It mentions a central drawing and participation by Molin of Miacereville plus other members, with mixed interest and general satisfaction of attendees.
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Art Union Distribution of
Sandusky
Samluaky
Mergy
B. Cookaatter
Parke Goodwin
Patzen
Molin
Miacereville
Phonetic System Advocates and Educational Works Review
A period notice reviews The Phonetic System and its advocates Longley Brothers, Ellis, and Storrs, praising its potential to standardize American orthography. It discusses publications from Carlton & Phillips and Godey’s Lady’s Book, noting subscription prices and the promise of educational reform along with horticultural and architectural periodicals.
Extraordinary diplomacy on canal question shocks Washington
New York February 29. A late evening telegraph from Washington reports a sharp diplomacy chapter over the Central American question. Mr Crampton seeks passage of a letter to the American government after Clarendon’s reply to arbritration. The President delays sending the letter awaiting Mr Crampton’s recall. if not, it will be dispatched immediately. Dallas arrives en route to London to assume new ministership to Ireland.
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New York
the Herald
Washingigyit
Crampetat
Marey
Clarendon
Faord
Jonsey
Beewgen
Aniddle
Buchanan
Central
Lord Clarendon
Crampton
Lon Gal
Dallas
Bogland
London
Congressional activity and diplomacy in Washington
Washington dispatch reports Gen. Cass tade discussing a Webbs Clarendon exchange from a signed letter clarifying British French understanding seen as a Cuba menace. The Senate debates a ten ship war program while Reeders election case readiness, funding limits, and Trumbull seating are also on the agenda. Stephens of Georgia foresees a minority report.
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Washington
Bexate
Casa Tade
James Watson Webb
Webb
Lord Clarendon
United States
Clarendon
House of Lords
Cuba
Cass
Lords
Trumbull
Senate
Committee of Elections
Reeders
Stephens
Orchard culture views debate at Stephienson County meeting
At the February 23 1866 meeting of the Stephienson County Agricultural Society executive committee in Lieuport arguments were heard on the best practice for orchard establishment. They recommended plantings of about 110 trees per acre, low headed trees, and reliance on nurseries for replacements. Certificates of Life Membership were to be issued, and members urged to meet next month to discuss profitable stock grain and fruit. The secretary was David H Sunderland. The item also notes early steamboat timing on St Paul and a railroad extension veto by Gov Gorman, with land sales by Racine and Mississippi Barry Co. and impending contracts.
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Stephienson County Agricultural Society
Lieuport
A. J. Garner
Ordway
KB. Ordway
T. Spencer
Fiestifucd
David H. Sunderland
Republican Convention at Pittsburg Surpasses Expectations
The Pittsburg Republican Convention impressed with numbers, character, and enthusiasm. The adopted platform centers on Slavery Extension and limiting slaveholding power within constitutional bounds. Northern sentiment shows strength as a Democratic convention in Damacus opposes Syracusian action, March 25 speaks to a contested political landscape.
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Pittsburg
Beya
North
Washington
Syracuse
Z Times
Religious Bigotry Allegedly Influences Petersborough Vote
An account accuses a Catholic bishop and priests of meddling in Petersborough O W to sway the election for Mr Ferguson. It claims government pressure, a sanctioning edict, and priestly dictation aimed at Catholics favoring a separatist candidate, warning of threatened rights and rising clerical interference.
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Thoddamilton
Petersborough
O. W
Corbonnell
Charbonnell
Perguson
Cougar
Conger
Monkerlea
Numnessos
Sapturos
Ma. Mergugane
Canada
Ireland
Editors Convene For State Convention At Rockford
A meeting of editors from across the state considered holding a mass convention to foster mutual consultation and better acquaint editors statewide. Thos D Pickett of the Pooria Republican was named chairman. A committee of preliminaries including KW Walsdell, B I Shaw, O BP Wharton, and others was appointed to set time and place.
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Central Railroad
D. Pickett
Pooria Republican
Walsdell
Republican
Rockford
B. I
Shaw
Velegraph
Dist
O. BP
Wharton
Devertiser
Rock
Dich
Nod
Pickett
Ch’n
Death of Judge Peters Blights Peoria Progress
Washington obituary notice reports Judge Kellogg successor Judge Peters of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit died in Washington. Peters, about fifty five, served since 1887 and contributed to the State Constitution. His death postpones the circuit court term set for Popuin on Monday.
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Woodgrette
Oxston Perens
Peoris
Washington
Putera
Peoria
Peters
Sixteenth Judicial
Kellogg
Hay
Massachusetts
Judea Peters
Popuin
Dem. Press
Population of Kansas Population estimates from early 19th century data
Surveyor General Calhoun, at Secretary Marey’s request, summarized Kansas population figures. He cites about 6,000 voters from late election returns and an overall population estimate between 25,000 and 30,000 in a letter dated the 16th of the month.
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Kansas
Calhoun
Marey
United States
Live Oak dream ends as George Law fades from White House bid
The Cincinnati Gazelle recounts the collapse of George Law's presidential hopes. Supporters who formed Live Oak clubs and hired writers now face disillusion as his six million bid unravels and the “Live Oak” myth withers. Advisors urge Law to abandon politics and focus on private pursuits. Far better to be wealthy than president.
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Cincinnati Gazelle
George Law
Philadelphia
Weetcott
Florida
Grubb Strout
New York
White House
Mr. Law
Hhis
Nereal
N P Banks named Republican presidential candidate
The Golenna Advertiser notes N P Banks as a young vigorous Republican prospect for the Presidency. It praises him as nonprejudiced and capable of upholding party faith, suggesting he could embody deep principles and garner broad support among voters and allies like Francis P Blair. It argues for candidates embodying steadfast resolve and unity for the next election.
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N. P. Banks
Republican Party
Sustai
Deep
Vidal
Francis P. Blair
Council
Apublicano
Boats
Golenna Advertiser
Fillmore Nomination Draws Skepticism in Washington D
Telegraphs from Washington dated the 27th express disappointment with the Fillmore bid, calling it a weak choice unlikely to attract a North supporting anti-slavery stance. The message notes few supporters for Banks now opposing Fillmore and Donelson, with Know-Nothings wary of a new party.
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Greeley
Washington
Fillmore
Fillmore and
Donelson
Mormon Emigration Report From New York Arrival
The Mormon group aboard the John d. Boyd arrived in New York on a Saturday night, bringing a large mix of Hanes Swedgs Norwegians and others led by Jorgon W. P. Johnson and Charles R. Savage. Most proceed toward Chicago and Burlington with plans to join Christian Christiangon and the emigration effort. some split for Burlington and St. Louis. In England female detectives are now used on the Eastern Countries Gailey for the day of as roa work.
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New York
eays + We
John d. Boyd
Hanes
Swedgs
Sorlanders
Ktallyns
Enfish
Scotch
Ll Dors Jorgon
W. PY. Jonson
Charles RB. Savage
Somo Faini- Jiog
T Hocongaimy
Chisago
Burelington
J. Louis
A. Robbins
Ald
England
Fateful family dispute ends in fatal duel in Wilson County
A violent quarrel between Rufus Taylor and John Now’s three sons and another family near Fenton, Wilson County, escalated to a shooting. A 19 year old Young N was killed, another wounded gravely, and a younger brother barely survived. The Watson incident preceded by a feud over a crucifix ties to the case. Court held the men for the next term. bail set at 4,000. Witnesses testified to pistols and threats as the feud burned.
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Lebar
Afteay
Scliag
Lebanon
Wilson
Fenton
Rufus
Bia
John
Watson
Taylors
Ohio Senator Re-elected Amid Mob Tensions in Cincinnati
In Cincinnati, a mob surrounded the state fair and rejected KF, the current U8 Senator from Ohio, for a second six year term. The vote tally stood near 100 to 70 as steam navigation resumed with ships running on schedule.
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Cincinnati
Mob
Ohio
Todd
Warrington Letter on Arbitration and Partnerships
Warrington, Mr. Crampton informs the editor that he was pressed by Lord Clarendon to arbitrate the Central American Question. He notes that messages were sent to Mr. Buchanan and Mr. Marey about such proposals, denies forming a partnership with Mr. F, and states he will remain involved with the project until completion, March 4.
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Warrington
Crampton
National Intelligu Fe
Lord Clarendon
Marey
Buchanan
Railroads suffer amid harsh winter and crowds at Austin trial
The past winter ravaged railroads with broken locomotives and wheels as reports from various states describe fragile transport networks. In Texas at Austin a trial of those accused of burning the Auditor’s office drew armed guards and fears of conflict among citizens. Edward Everett accepted an Richmond invitation to repeat his Washington life talk on March 13 to fund Mount Vernon purchases.
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Hore
U.S. Navy
New York Times
Douglas
Cincinnati
Pierce
Buchanan
Kansas
Chamber of Commeres of
St. Louis
Caw
Austin
Texas
Edward Everett
Richmond
Virginia
Washington
Boston
Ile
Mount Vernon
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Republic
National Republican
Piechnrodys
Washingtons
Rimwarcasuy Deenrrox
Wwe
Frank
Bates
Prissy Wong
Freeport Journal
Iracine Mailroad
Chicago
Mikcellon
Thant
Epee
Pherces Reuginus, Marcy
W. J. Pennes
Africa
California
Hadsen
Enattails
Canal Fund
Marcy
Senator Douglas
van Buren
Heretpan
Bronson
John Cochran
Dixon
Douglas & Co
Union
Sunacor Dison
Democratic Party
Vireo
Marvy
Nycood
Reeder
New England Aid Society
Shannon
South
Piarce
Wid Marey
London Times
Tien
Caleb Cushing
Walker
Court Mar
Cfear
Winistar
Pacific
Atlantic
Congress
Democracy
Balt River
Dix
Gwin
Iwo
Davis
Clon
Douglass
Phorongvor
New York Conual Railroad Company
Nety Peblfations
Ste
Litérathfe
Setenea
D. Sxade
Nathaniél Storrs
Léagley Brothers
Clochinati
Longley, Brothers
Cingionalti
Armetica
Bourney
Nathaniel Storrs
Alexander J. Ellis
Wells
Rachel Russell
Jerry
Gratna Green
E. de
Carlton & Phillips
Yalee
Addess L. A
Robert 2. Smith
Graen
America
Yardner
Robert Peargall Smith
Whitadulphin
Dalat
Board of Supervisors
Ovary
Eather
Bureau
Peoria County
Congressional
St. Paul
Gorman
Minnesotta
House of Representatives
Minnesota & Northwestern Railroad Company
Barry Cp
Unada
Ted Romaulem
Flock Island
Sédge Motors
George
Wade Keechee Tedenator
Wap
Casslina
Senay
Preston Orrict
Paris
Messia
Tarpore
Macauley
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Goraramant
Martin’s Block
Rine Rase
Prekeport
Newmans
Dapateh
Frueport
Stangey
Hosterpup
Selai
Thea
Druggleta
Dualare
Emmert & Burbell
Tobron
Feeane
Woodstair
Chester Herald
Tollut
Angie
Guiteu
David
Carglina
Swal V
Griss
Ta City
Vlora
Las
Ceurhot
C & Ag
Teria
Maben
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