Storm at sea tests Constitution in December gale
In New York on December 18 1860 a gale drives the ship Constitution into a fierce storm. The crew fights mangled rigging yard damage and flooding while the captain orders to hold steady and save the vessel as waves threaten to overwhelm the old ship and crew. The scene ends with the crew clinging to the hope of weathering the tempest and saving the Constitution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noel
Jackson
Persia
N. York
Bavano Tarron
Stand Firm Ho True Reflects Lincoln Support Plea
A Springfield Journal article condemns timid Republicans and wavering Democrats, urging unwavering support for Abraham Lincoln and the Republican platform. It cites Lincoln’s 1858 speech and stresses not to betray the people’s trust, advocating steadfast adherence to constitutional government and timely policy alignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sercous
Springfield
Journal
Corritos
Lincoln
Wire
Abralom Lincoln
Republican Party
Privete
Reminiscence of Lincoln by Van Buren at St Louis Hotel Dinner
A New York Port land Advertiser correspondent recalls Ex President Van Buren recounting a private dining reminiscence of Lincoln. The tale traces Lincoln’s rise from local lawyer to national figure, praising his intelligence and judgment observed during Van Buren’s Western tour.
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Marti von Buren
Lincoln
New York
Portland Advertiser
von Buren
van Buren
Springfield
Cone
Jim
van Turen
The Union Must Be Preserved Editorial Clash
A Springfield Journal editorial reaffirms Union preservation amid secession talk. It defends federal authority, warns South Carolina actions could trigger war, and urges loyal Americans to support Lincoln’s presidency and the Republic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annanam Lixcous
Springfield
20Th Init
Union
South Carolina
South Cardling
Ahetary
Beath Caroling
Hiere
Carner
United States
Buchanan
United Nust
Lagarida
Nion
Republican Party
Slave States
Curious Wager Ends in Free Man for One Slave
Newspaper recounts a curious bet between H. F. Sickles of Moline and N. Whitford of Missouri over Lincoln carrying Missouri or New York. Sickles frees the man, Charley, by presenting him with freedom papers from St. Louis after winning the bet. Charley, about 35, termed a likely slave, gains liberty and pride in his new status.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
St Louis
Whitford
City Recorder
Charley
Sickles
Buchanan letter on secession argues union cannot be destroyed
The Times prints President Buchanan’s letter to a Philadelphia citizen arguing secession is inconsistent with the Constitution and that no state can leave the Union. He says pursuing such a line would cause civil strife and possibly a military dictatorship, urging calm and reliance on providence to avert danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
the Times
Buchanan
Citisen
Philadelphia
Uion
Pation
Charleston War Preparations and Fort Moultrie Tensions
Charleston correspondent reports South Carolina ready for secession and war against the Federal power. He describes large militia preparation and arming, plans to seize Fort Moultrie, and potential attacks on Fort Sumter and Castle Pinckney, with Charleston warned of swift reprisals if the city defies the Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
N. Y. Tribune
South Carolina
United States Arsenal
Floyd
Colt's
Fort Moultrie
Fort Moalitte
Chepultepee
Palmetto
Mexico
Fort Lowhrie
Fort Sumter
Castle Pine Knoy
Peerie
Sullivan's Island
Fort Like
Compromises and the Kansas Nebraska Debate in 1860s
The State Journal discusses the shift away from compromises on slavery after repeal of the Missouri Compromise. It argues plans from Albany and others are ill timed and inadmissible, urging support for Lincoln, enforcement of existing laws, and quick passage of tariff, homestead, and Kansas bills to restore confidence and unity. It also reports on Charleston forts and Russian serf emancipation delays.
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State Journal
Bresel
Gov. Chase
Gov. Seward
Ohio
New York
East
Albany Bening Journal
Evening Journal
California
Pacific
Sane
Congress
Springfield
Albany
Lincoln
Free States
Bintan
Spp
Grow
Sherman
House
Senate
Kansas
Republic
St. Po- Petersburg
Onga
Russia
Come See Goffe Family Knitting Machine at Campfield
Advertising a knitting machine featured as a versatile tool for stockings and ribbed work. Claims include ability to knit from child size to large, with options for leather work and various finishes. Prices cited from $40 to $75 plus finishes, with endorsements from Tallor's Tailor and Mr. Gondel. Store location listed as Front street, at Mr. Techusny's Furniture store, Tris, BD. & CAMPFIELD, Agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goffe
Cu Amfield
Kei Borg Pia
Easion
Seneea Falls
Mr. Gondel
Meneee Falls
Merehant
Tallor
Pall and Winter Dress Goods Sale Ad in Town
A storefront advertisement urges shoppers to visit for an astonishingly low sale on Pall and Winter Dress Goods including French Merinos Alpaccas and Paramattas. It promises a largest pile in town with French English materials and claims unbeatable prices to undersell rivals.
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St. Louis
Washington Street
Messrs. Leland Brothers
George W. Pearson
Revere House
Boston
Fremont Journal
Fremont
Sandusky County
The
New York Times
Wade
North
Chicago
Charleston Harbor
D. C
New York 7Rifune
Fort Sumpter
Cas Pinckney
Castle Eee
Moultrie
Scott
Rob't. Anderson
Abner Doubleka
T. Seymour
T. Talbot
J. C. Davis
N. J. Hall
Hall
Aqillery
W. Crawford
J. G. Forbes
G. W. Snyder
Engineer Corpa
Malta
Mr. Techusny
Tris
Campfield
Agonu
Valean Tinef
Bellevue
Hartfort
Cloaks & Furs
Crockery
W. Owen
Buckland & Everett
Wilkes
Green Creek
Prensont
Aoguet, Leh
Toledo
Tesa Wbock
B. McDulloca
Pelton, Stewart & Waggoner, Prepingtons
Tojedo
Abel
Silk
Bay State
Kentucky
Honda
Ami
Moore’s Block
WM. A. Rice
AVING
Eamel Il
Squire
Clyde
Fremont Flouring Mills
HL Sk Sss
Downs & CO
Get
Ponta” Clyde
Choice
Croghan Millis
É& Co
Vallefte & Co. Frement
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