Awful Tragedy in Edgecomb Pinkham Family Massacre
A Thursday night murder in Edgecomb Maine ends with Pinkham decapitating his wife and four children then slashing his own throat. The house was distant from others and discovery came Friday when the mother visited and found the grisly scene. A paper in the house, written by Mrs Pinkham and her husband, blamed religious delusion for the ruinous acts and noted their plan to end their lives, bodies to be laid in a stone tomb.
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Indians wreck near Leavenworth report at Walnut Creek
Fragmentary item notes a spring wreck near Leavenworth at Walnut Creek with casualties and credited men. Names and details are unclear, but references a U.S. location, river, and an attack by Indians with reported deaths and injuries.
Letter from Lipaz Reports Rescue in California Campaign
A letter from Lipaz dated April 10 describes a February 10 action near San Antonio where 35 mounted men including a private possessed a prisoner. Midshipman Duncen and Walley, Sergeant Shalan, a sailor, and two marines were rescued from the enemy who had held them. Upper California is described as very unhealthy.
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Whig National Convention Endorses Taylor and Fillmore
The article argues for Zachary Taylor as the Whig nominee for president with Millard Fillmore as vice president. It praises Taylor's abilities, leadership, and military feats, and notes a favorable response from the Detroit Advertiser. It discusses delegates from the Union and expectations for a party manifesto supporting Taylor.
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Nomination of Millard Fillmore Draws Wide Support
In a city dispatch the nomination of Millard Fillmore is hailed as a nationwide appeal. The piece praises Fillmore’s past ten years in Congress and his asserted South and West backing. It notes expectations of river and harbor improvements and mentions Gen Cass as a contrasting figure in Michigan politics. A report suggests Cass might withdraw, though it remains uncertain.
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Nomination of Taylor Urges Whigs In Support Near Election
A partisan column lauds General Taylor’s battlefield bravery at Buena Vista and urges Whig voters to back him over Lewis Cass. It portrays Taylor as a proven, unbroken leader and predicts a campaign victory, portraying Democrats as split and Taylor’s backers as united and resolute.
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200 Guns for the Nominees in a Naval Victory Parade
A report describes a celebratory gun salute for nominees Orv Rocen ary Reavy and Mitcaap Firesone. Two hundred guns fired amid cheering crowds, with observers imagining a seventy-four pounder impact.
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Ratification Meeting Sparks Rally at Court House
A large crowd gathered after news spread through the village last night, with cheers for OLD ROUGH and READY. A five member committee was formed to report on the revolution, while tensions rose between opposing figures during the contentious gathering.
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National Whig Convention Reports Credentials Action
Telegraphed from the Sandusky Daily Mirror the National Whig Convention at Plymouth or Sandusky details a credentials report. John Cather of New York was named chair and Gov John M Morehead of North Carolina elected president with a slate of vice presidents and secretaries. Debates over Texas representation and Missouri seat disputes continued with adjournment until later in the day.
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Nominated for View President at Whig Convention
Glorious tidings report Buena Vista lore nominated by the Whig National Convention. Mentions Millard Fillmore as Vice President candidate and discusses subsequent political maneuvers, Senate secrecy injunction, and cited voters list. Includes names like Webster and Taylor and notes Mexico campaign interviews and a military prisoner remark.
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Turbulence in Paris and River Disaster Report
The narrative describes unrest in Paris with clashes at the National Assembly and Hotel de Ville, arrests, barricades, and military moves. It also notes the steamboat Kenny disaster on the Tombigbee River with 30 killed, 12 wounded, and 2 badly burned, and mentions U.S. troops returning home from Vera Cruz. Additionally, a political letter from Vera Cruz cites ratified treaties and homeward march of American forces.
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Congressional Sparks and Slavery Debates in Oregon Session
A fragmentary summary from Congress shows Waanroros May 21 coverage with debates over moving the capital to Cincinnati, Oregon protection votes for volunteers, and prohibiting slavery in Oregon. The Senate discussed slavery and Ohio resolutions while the House focused on a large appropriation bill with lengthy debates and no decisive action.
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Fire on Clarksville to Louisville steamer sparks disaster
A derelict vessel on the Ohio River caught fire during a voyage from Clarksville to Louisville. Crew and passengers faced panic as boiler explosions and smoke filled the cabin, with several injured including Gov. Poindexter. Capt. Holmes and others aided evacuees while officers attempted rescue.
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Treaty Ratifed in Naw Yona Revolt in Blezico
June 5 report outlines a new revolution in Blezico and the ratification of a treaty by the Chamber of Deputies amid expectations of broad approval. Despatch from Petersburgh notes higher peace terms and early troop movements toward the coast. General Smith named superintendent of the equberkuliod and ordered to California with division duties.
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The Locos of Columbus Hold Cass Sword Meeting
The Locos of Columbus held a meeting on General Cass and a broken sword episode. Debate centered on authentic testimony and a toy tale of Cass striking a stump with his sword, provoking scepticism about his famed bold act.
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