Millard Fillmore cited in 1856 speech on current national troubles
The Democrat quotes an 1856 Fillmore abstract to argue the nation faces danger. It notes his warning of impending upheaval and critiques the Democrats for opposing repeal actions, including Personal Liberty and Missouri Compromise issues, with reference to a New York letter and a committee recommendation.
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Gov. Seward
Senate Committee of Thirteen
United States
Yuas
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Grimes
Savard
Wade
Doc Vittle
Collamer and
Crittenden
Douglas Norfolk Speech and Lincoln Victory Rumors
The report recalls August remarks by Teton Deer in Virginia opposing secession by force and notes Judge Douglas’s Norfolk reception before a large crowd. It recounts questions from a Norfolk paper about Lincoln’s election and secession, Douglas’s defender of federal law, and a rumor of Lincoln’s victory and Douglas’s wounding.
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Virginia
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Portrait of Major Anderson by The New York Leader
The article describes Major Anderson, commandant of Bart Montiers, as five feet ten inches tall with a sturdy build, swarthy complexion, gray hair, dark intelligent eyes, and a prominent nose. It praises his courteous manner, rich voice, dignity, and unyielding courage, asserting he is a true soldier who will obey orders and perform his duty.
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Meredd
Washington
Waiteouse
Daraly
Kore Moultrie
Pvegroment
Senate
Slavery Question Divides the Nation and Provokes Debate
The piece urges firmness against concessions on slavery, arguing the public will has spoken and urging patience as Providence works. It criticizes compromise and laments pro-slavery missteps while contrasting cosmic judgments with political actions, including fear of assassination over military measures at Fort Sumter.
Christmas Eve at the Baptist Church Joyful School Fest
Sabbath School teachers hosted a Christmas Eve program despite a heavy snow storm. Children sang and spoke as gifts were distributed by Mrs. Whipple after remarks on Christmas origins. The event ended with a generous collation and a plea to support the children’s joys and virtues.
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Editorial on South Carolina mail service disruption
In a fragmented critique Publicus warns editors that ending the U.S. postal service in South Carolina hurts literacy and communication. He cites 284000 whites with limited reading and writing ability and urges discreet cross-border mailing workarounds, predicting only minor delays and advertising costs as consequences.
Washington Dispatches Reflect Charleston Crisis and Cabinet Strife
From Washington December 28 a flurry of reports on South Carolina moves to evacuate Charleston and potential war. Major Anderson’s actions are said to be taken on his own responsibility with no War Department order. Cabinet splits emerge over troop disposition and possible evacuation. The Post Office chief orders funds restored and threatens to curb mail from South Carolina. Georgia troops are reported en route and a state loan is being doled out to Charleston elites. A Revenue Cutter in Charleston Harbor is reportedly seized by authorities.
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Fort Moulde
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Ax Asratan Lincoln
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Re Post
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America
England
Martin
F. Tupper
South Carolina Seizes Fort Moultrie and Pinckney
Reporting from Washington and Charleston outlines South Carolina forces occupying Castle Pinckney and Fort Moultrie after Palmetto flags rise. The Cabinet debates Major Anderson's fate and the President’s stance as Floyd resigns amid growing secession pressure.
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