Political rancor erupts over Buchanan message in Wisconsin press
In Madison and Janesville, editors attack President Buchanan as corrupt and dangerous. The debate centers on the Lecompton Constitution, with lawmakers and newspapers split on support for or against the administration and the Union. A railroad directors election bill faces delay amid partisan tension. A Greenfield resident dies, with whiskey suspected in the death.
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Kansas Lecompton Debate Echoes in Senate
Washington February 8 1858 reports say Democrats in the Senate held a secret council with the President and Cabinet to decide the Kansas Lecompton issue. President Adams presented a Lecompton Constitution urging admission and debates followed with speeches by Trumbull and Toombs criticizing the measure and defending popular will in Kansas. The Army bill and Minnesota statehood also dominate the scene as party factions clash and seek master leadership.
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President's Kansas Lecompton stance dominates Senate debate
The House debated a printing deficiency bill and adjourned as the President's message on Kansas Lecompton faced reference to committees. The address argues for lawful statehood under Congress, acknowledges Topeka resistance, and defends the territorial constitution and voter rights amid clashes between pro and anti slavery factions.
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Kansas Admission Debate and Lecompton Constitution Clash
Debates in Congress focus on admitting Kansas under the Lecompton Constitution and the non intervention principle. Advocates warn against rejecting Kansas, arguing it would sustain slavery and block territorial development, while opponents challenge the administration’s stance and call for committee referral. Also reports include Gen Walker’s court appearance and local political results in Massachusetts.
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Fracas in Washington House Sparks Midnight Brawl
A heated session on February 6 devolved into a violent melee as Rep Keitt and Rep Grow clashed in the hall, with Keitt grabbing Grow by the throat and others joining the fray. The sergeant at arms restored order as the House adjourned to Monday with the adjournment ordered for the special order.
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