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Newspaper
Monroe Sentinel
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1859
Page
2
Fragmented and archaic diction shows Southern and Northern Democrats trading threats about Union stability and the presidency. The piece condemns secessionist rhetoric and warns against undermining government foundations, citing Jeffersonian democracy and party struggle.
A long fragment discusses bank currency value and debt notes, arguing debt currency risks and referencing Wisconsin state finances. It notes political framing around protection for slavery, free trade and the Democratic stance, with critique of Northern censorship and post aster suppression. The piece cites newspapers and Postmaster General advice, questioning the logic of debt liabilities and gold or silver backing.
The fragment describes Southern gentlemen debating Mr Alesper's appeal and a letter from Rowlowry Ruttner D D criticizing slavery gradual removal. It implies treason accusations toward Virginia’s governor and cites Minnesota and Wisconsin voting tallies in a contentious political context. The text preserves names like Sherman and Virginia, with references to state politics and desire for policy shifts.
A rough, uncertain column notes Subaitow in denial and a plan to address charges in court, follows with legislative ballots for Sherman and Baxter in multiple rounds. It includes census figures from 1850, contrasting northern and southern populations, and ends with an ad for Newell’s Store succession and courteous service in Green County.
The Wisconsin Supreme Court denied a motion by U.S. Attorney AT Upham to file multiple federal dates to reverse state decisions in Ableman and Booth cases. Chief Justice Dixon wrote the affirmative opinion and Judge Cole dissented. The Madison Journal and local commentary criticize the ruling and discuss U.S. appellate authority and state sovereignty. Also noted are Dentists news on Dr J P Darter presenting dental art advances and permanent gold fillings reported by the Dubuque Limes.
The Missouri Legislature debates a bill to reduce free blacks to a state near slavery, with the measure passing the Senate by a strong majority and likely passage in the House as Democratic support remains solid. The report notes the issue as a key test of Democratic strength.
Lively dispatches describe ship movements, naval actions, and political shifts across Europe and the Americas. Reports note battles near Ceuta and Tangiers, Madrid and Vienna diplomacy, and explorations of Congress preparations. Weathering storms and maritime losses pepper the late 19th century panorama.
Special advices from Brownsville state Cortinas had quarters of the dead Vexan troops from a late skirmish. San Antonio excitement runs high as Mexicans reportedly favor Cortinas. In Pike’s Peak district news, Leavenworth Overland Express arrives with Utah and Jefferson mails and $15,000 dust. Cold weather halts mining. new lead veins found in mountain region. Provisionary legislature sits amid active business.
Historic Decatur account details a December execution of two Black prisoners, Green and Copeland, with 1600 spectators in Cuarrestown. The pair, aided by a planned escape attempt from jail the night before, faced a final march to the scaffold, prayers, and a fatal rope fall. Reports describe Cook and Coppice later facing execution at the field of death, with lingering military vigilance and public uproar.
The piece reviews Cook and Coppie deaths with quick dispatch and coffin details, then shifts to political news: Wilkinson wins the Republican caucus for U.S. Senator, joint convention to elect, commentary on Hartford Exchange swindle warnings, reactions to anti slavery writings, and editorials on national politics. It ends with medical advice for sore throat.
In the South Carolina Legislature on the 12th Mr Whaley of Charleston proposed a resolution demanding dissolution of the Union and placing 200000 pounds at the governor’s disposal for emergencies. Reports from Madison describe high costs of speeches in Congress and a partially burned new Custom House in New Orleans with losses around 80000 dollars.
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