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Newspaper
Meigs County Telegraph
Location
Pomeroy, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1858
Page
2
A late nineteenth century political tract denounces the Lecompton struggle and expansion of slavery. It praises Democratic resistance and condemns Republican power plays while praising the founders. It cites figures from Illinois California Pennsylvania and New York and notes public opinion on sovereignty and freedom.
The piece discusses Dr Kin Kaid of the Olio Senate introducing a controversial bill against Black residents. It cites rival Democrats in the legislature and mocks the concept of shared genius across distances. It also notes editorial changes and election analyses in Ohio and Philadelphia, with attacks on Republican and Democratic tactics and references to anti-Black language and policies.
A meeting of the Board of Directors of the Meigs County Agricultural Society is planned at the Treasurer’s Office in Pomeroy Ohio on Friday May 21. The agenda includes the annual fair and a list of premium fees, with business sessions anticipated for one or two days to complete proceedings.
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