Kansans debate constitutional votes in territorial dispute
The text discusses votes in Kansas during the border clashes, questioning whether 1731 or 1600 votes among a growing population could constitute a valid constitution. It cites the Leavenworth Times, border ruffian influence, and census aims, noting Emigration and Free State strength. It also mentions Chicago Tribune reports on crops, emigration, and a Kansas census push for 20 000 signatories.
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Kansas
Free State Party
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Walker
Leavenworth Times
New York Tribune
Free State
Pront Fort
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Topeka
The
Chicago Tribune
W. M. Amy
Andemon
Amy
Gib Island business shifts ahead with Cyclops team
On Gib Island a change in business tempo is noted as a local team named Cyclops gains momentum. June 7 remarks reflect a stronger enterprise outlook and rising activity around this new venture.
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Fire Rips Through Amith and Columbia Structures
A rapid blaze at the Amith and Columbia corner swept a building and damaged an eight story brick building next door. Losses include Restor & Co hundred thousand in property and injuries to several. Unclear details on loans and other firms mention job losses for about three hundred workers.
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Columbia Streets
Wm. Restor & Co
Smith and
Water Streets
Holstein & Hammer
J. W. Coolidge
Mechanic's
Johnston, Moneed& Co
Resoor
Riots in New York Claim Multiple Injuries and Fatalities
Reports from the New York riots describe nine people killed by firearms and about 23 more wounded, roughly half of them shot, during two distinct skirmishes. The piece notes armed crowds and harsh, quick punishments by courts, with broader political commentary included.
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New York
Toledo Blade
Republican State Convention And Treasury Defalcation Fallout
The Ohio Republican Central Committee calls a state convention in Columbus on August 12 to nominate candidates for Governor Lieutenant Governor Secretary of State Treasurer and judges. Delegates from counties are apportioned by vote totals from the 1856 presidential election. The text condemns a scheme to remove bank stocks from the state treasury and urges swift punishment of the guilty, naming Breslin and Gibson in the controversy.
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Mt. Vernon Banner
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Breslin
Republican Party
Cincinnati Gazette
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Columbes
Lilo
Columbua
State Central Committee
Ohio
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Gach County
Muntice
Wrandot
Wood
Erie
Wyren
Ottewa
Geo. M. Parsons
Senen County
Gibson
Froen
Seneca County
Lieutenant Governor Taylor Nominated by Republicans
The Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor is Senator Taylor, praised for presiding over the Senate with ability and impartiality in Lieut. Gov. Ford’s absence. If Ford declines renomination, Taylor is presented as a worthy successor. The Hil district gave about eight thousand votes to the Republican ticket last year, highlighting Taylor's strong standing.
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Blican
Goauga
Steg
Passenger and freight totals and ferry reports from 1850s lines
The report outlines eleven months ending April 1857 passenger counts reaching 708,110 with Fremont Station a major contributor. freight figures show 1,472 tons received and 8,602 tons shipped. Since December 1852 the line carried 1,791,024 passengers with minimal accidents and notes several historic incidents and stockholder commentary.
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Fremont
Elmore
Irving Steward
Toledo
Adam Syples
Dan Sullivan
Grafton
Amherst
Senter
Large City Fire Destroys Homes on Walnut Street
A major blaze in Cincinnati on Walnut Street near Front burned contents and the roofs of several buildings including West Metongale and Tate & Son stores, causing about $10,000 in damage. Firefighters battled flames as flames spread to nearby structures. The incident shocked residents and prompted evacuations in the block.
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Chicago
Clark Street
N . Smith
Cincinnati
Batts
West Metongale
Tate & Son
Funeral preparations for late statesman mark city mourning
A large funeral event unfolds as ex-President Fillmore misses rites for eye inflammation. Van Buren and others accept invitations. Union College, Troy officials, and Gen. Cooper's orders join the procession. The Capitol holds a metallic casket draped in black while Burgess corps guard shifts and public buildings close tomorrow noon to 4 PM.
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Fillmore
van Buren
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Wm. H
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Schnectady
Cooper
3D Brigade
Wool
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Schenectady
Ballston
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McHenry
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Wimple
Bleeding Kansas taunt and its broader Civil War echo
The piece denounces the Bleeding Kansas slogan as tyranny and opposes oppression with a strong defense of republican sentiment. It notes Mrs. Cunningham’s estate battle and plans to move to Ohio with daughters, while farmers anticipate harvesting May wheat and the arrival of new wheat for bread.
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Kansas
Jonesboro’ Gaz
Judge Peabody rules for Conover in Street Commissioner case
In New York on June 8 Judge Peabody decided in favor of Conover the Governor’s appointee to possession of the Street Commissionership. Meanwhile Maine reports gold fever with two Sharon youths mining $23.50 in five days from river rocks, described as richer than California gold. Excitement and exploration follow from returning Californians.
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