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Newspaper
Monroe Sentinel
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1860
Page
2
Long Riverside issue recounts debates on slavery, democracy, and free speech with references to Justice Dixon and independent candidates. It notes dissatisfaction within Democratic alignment, potential Douglas nomination talk, and pushes for robust Republican organization and press strategy.
Moro Indian news from Wasuixcrosy reports official Navajo hostility escalating into a decisive war against locals and Mexican settlers along the Rio Grande. The item notes a Republican meeting on printers’ issues and an Oshkosh newspaper sale, with Finney and Davis selling to Mr. Geon Gary who takes charge.
Legislative notes from Manisox February 28 1800 list bills that failed to pass the Assembly. Items include amendments to statutes on trustees powers in Munroe village reforms for poor relief and county education funds, plus bills aiming to curb unauthorized state purchases and adjust county officer fees with several measures introduced by Senators Stewart Worthington and McKay.
The Beloit Courier reports Rock County farm mortgagors plan united action against railroad companies and local bonds. A mass meeting was called in Madison for February 28 to discuss defense of farms and property, with a committee to forward the resolutions and seek cooperation from mortgage associations.
Hiannistere Pa Feb 24 resolutions condemn Administration for industrial neglect and corruption. Oppose expansion of slavery into territories while affirming state rights and condemning presumed treason by Democrats. Endorses Homestead law and purity of ballots. Also notes Lynn shoemaker strike with special police and armed infantry, and steamer Ogdenook incident on Missouri River with a $16,000 boat loss insured for $10,000.
The report notes the Public Lands committee to study duplicating land warrants lost originals, and mentions House votes on Printer without choice. Mr Brown’s resolution on territories is considered. Senator from Georgia defends state rights amid disputes over federal judicial power, citing Jefferson and co equal jurisdiction between state and federal courts. Senate adjourns until Monday.
The speaker read a message from the President citing four memorials from residents in Kansas and Nebraska near the Rocky Mountains eastern slope calling for Congress inter position to extinguish Ludian titles to the Janda and the creation of a territorial government covering parts of New Mexico Kansas Utah and Nebraska. The memorials seek protection and an assessorate, and were referred to the Committee on Territories. New York February 23. The Tribune notes revenue gains for December to 31 and predicts Secretary Cobb’s estimate of 56 million dollars for the current year may be surpassed if imports stay strong. The treasury also holds 35.5 million dollars draftable and about 24 million in notes reissueable for Post Office needs.
The Indiana Republican State Convention met at the Metropolitan Hall on Feb 22 and adjourned to State House Square. Hon. P. A. Hackleman was president, Judge Otte vice president, ML. D. Barber secretary. Delegates filled the hall as Col. Henry S. Lane for Governor and O. P. Morton for Lieutenant Governor were nominated amid cheers. The gathering was large and full of enthusiasm.
A Washington letter reports that beyond Lincoln's Cincinnati address the Little Dodger with three clerks distributed about 300000 copies of his Sedition Law speech. It accuses Douglas of dirt-eating and belly-crawling, praising him as a master of both arts.
The Europa from Liverpool arrives at 7 this morning and the John Bell returns to Queenstown after 34 days at sea. The Jane E Walsh foundered with cargo and crew saved. Telegrams from Tetuan and Madrid describe Moorish-Spanish combat near Nuélock, with heavy artillery, infantry, and cavalry actions. Reports of Venetian arrests, Savoy debate in Parliament, and Austrian fortifications unfold amid broader European unrest.
The Harkness carries Tampien dates of the 18th while Genersla Gazo and Uriga move from Mutahield and Pula to intercept Miramon's Vera Cruz campaign. Miramon's wife joins the expedition. if it fails, Miramon may abandon the country. In Leavenworth, Gov. Medary vetoes Kansas slavery abolition, with the Legislature likely to override.
The Wisconsin Democratic gathering met in order at 1 p.m. with Fred Flynn presiding. Debate centered on substitutes and voting powers, approving rolling out Pump Garparter and Gen Ellis as substitutes, and approving resolutions supporting Stephen A. Danigins for president. Delegates to Charleston were named from districts, with electors and alternates listed, amid confusion on apportionment and a push to adjourn after protracted remarks and a formal letter dispute among delegates.
From Havana a Havana City edition notes excitement among Americans after a Spanish authorities demand a substitute or $1000 in payment for military service. The N O Picayune reports U S marines landed at Pampico Minnebattan and Alvrady to support recent artillery actions from Sant Taine Castle. Miramon reportedly reached the Natural Bridge on the 8th en route to Vera Cruz where forces have built strong defenses.
Reports from Cape Sable and Queenstown describe the total wreck of a large steamship on the west side of the Sable with all passengers and crew lost. A fragment of hull, a passenger ticket for Ellen Sheban, and scattered debris are noted. Rescue and salvage efforts continue with sparse sightings of lights and floating wreckage as authorities and press relay updates from Nova Scotia to St Louis.
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