Opposition grows in France amid Louis Napoleon reception
Reports from Wiesbaden and Paris describe widespread democratic sentiment opposing Louis Napoleon. Protests by republicans and disaffection from monarchists mark public gatherings, while councils in Dordogne Evreux Caen push for constitutional revision and Lamartine pushes a republican restoration plan.
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Perigueux
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Caen
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d’Orleans
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Paris
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Death by Own Action of Colonel King in India
The 14th Light Dragoons witnessed the death of Colonel King on July 6 after a subordinate soldier, already punished for cowardice, drank in custody and attacked the colonel during a parade. The commander refused transportation and King, incensed by prior remarks, killed himself. The incident follows reports of army discipline and leadership in India.
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West Indies Updates on Panama Sickness and Coolie Immigration
Reports describe Panamanian sickness from heavy rains with many deaths due to food scarcity and limited medical care. Indians and Americans clashed in Chagres as the Americans were driven from a town area. Across the West Indies August 1 emanicipation celebrations passed quietly. Debates in Demerara examine Coolie immigration costs and policy and the import program begun in 1845.
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