Abolitionist fears and political influence debate
A late 1840s polemic critiques anti slavery advocates and their political impact. It lists figures such as Chase and Sumner, condemns their influence on democracy, and argues the Democratic Party must adopt abolition principles or face defeat, referencing the Buffalo Convention and public discourse on liberty and culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Dertor
Booth
Madison
Chase
Male
Striner
Giddogs
Durkee
Smith
Ganison
Phillips
Wroom Lewis
E. Dhe
Arges
Fale
Sumner
Seward
Fish
Wade
Dodge
Tant
Allan
Dinkee
Doty
Idling
Tiawe
King
Msi
Tuels
Enl
Democratic Party
Nurliy
Abe
Dane
Democrats Rally Behind Pierce and King Nomination
The Milwaukee Sentinel notes a cautious reception of the Pierce and King nominations, praising Mr. Pierce as a man of fair character who served credibly in the War and aligns with moderate principles. It condemns the Baltimore platform as pro slavery and argues the Free Democrat should support the regular Democratic ticket while praising the Wisconsin press for unity and loyal coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Couyrer
Pesce
Hanus
Gemperns
Ihkesh
Py Andy
Chosiya
Leo
le P. Urory
Neesing
Phe Lewho
Sone
Mosses Murdock
Fighne
Beasmore
Grout
Thasinam
Pierce
King
Meetmge
Crary
Etghine
Densmore
Kinwold
Tander
Bree Democrat
Pierre
Wren
Denines Cic
Pieter
Baltimore
Solaud
Dewitrat
Cooley
Derageralica Organisariat
Free Democrat
Natpaper
Watertown
Jrre
Suger Af
General Laws of the States Published for Law Libraries
From Mr. C. Sholes we received a pamphlet edition of all general laws since the Revised Statutes. The publication contains alterations amendments and adop tions and is described as essential to any lawyer and to the library of every VW invone 1 lawyer.
Letter of Franklin Pierce on Acceptance and Nominating Grounds
A fragment from a political letter condemns the nomination grounds used by the opposing side. It argues the stance degrades the party, insults self respect, and conflicts with freedom and justice. The writer claims the Democratic and Whig positions are harmful and promises further discussion supporting Pierce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Franklin Pierce
Fish
Trantlin Pierce
Democratic
Pierce
Seatt
Lettered pamphlet favors Winfield Scott over Pierce
A letter from Winfield Scott supporters endorses his platform and attacks Franklin Pierce. It condemns Pierce as weak and subservient to the South, praises Scott’s intellect and courtesy, and urges Whigs to back Scott at the convention. The piece argues Scott’s nomination would reflect true Democracy and superior candor in the current crisis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winfield Scott
Sefe Wotl
Janklin Pierce
Winfield Leott
Viewee
Rene Idor
Sayrolone
Lerce
Mir. Scott
Giese
Pierce
Kenosha Telegraph marks 11th volume with bold political stance
The Kenosha Telegraph announces its eleventh volume and asserts its fully democratic, independent stance under editor Clamant. It pledges clear, unreserved advocacy on subjects of importance and denies factional control, claiming vitality and independence in its editorial leadership.
Oshkosh Democrat Adverts Circulation Claim Doused
The Oshkosh Democrat defends its weekly circulation, stating about 2000 copies and over 1000 for rivals, while challenging claims of misleading readership impressions. It notes plans to buy new type and press in New York to enlarge the paper, and criticizes a neighboring paper’s patronage ties.
Mandamus Cases Denied Over Governor Signature Power
The court denies the mandamus against the Governor to compel signing of improvised internal scrip in all cases. It holds the court lacks jurisdiction, and no valid section authorizes his issuing scrip under 1601 or the 1852 act to deliver to contractors. The despatch notes the Wiscon sin misreported stance and mentions Charles A. Weisbrod becoming Associate Editor of the Anzeiger, with editorial aims amid German Democratic papers.
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McRae
Mapisox
Duns
Wn DB
Oretz
Starn Ys
Manivent
Mandaulus
Gover
Thia City
Sesio Arter
Vartin
Tripod
Charles A. Weisbrod
The
Anzeiger
Paoisians
Aareiger
Cuartys A. Wersran
Oshkosh
Weisbred
America
Chivalzrie and praise from the Fead du Lac Journal
The piece extols James Donamure of the Ozhkash Democrat for touring the Southern State and attracting about 60 new paying subscribers. It hails him as chivalrous and honorable, praising his public image and neighborly character amid mixed comments on his style.
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Jemes Donamure
Ozhkash Democrat
Hag
Jemes
Fead du Lac
Beeson
Journal
Bernat Brown
Benson
Local Paper Names Candidate List for Supreme Judge
The Sheboygan paper publishes a slate of judge candidates from various counties. It names Caspar ven Stoneae Jupsis and a long list including E Lowny, D. Figlorn, G C Py Flex, Tiebart, Bdw Elwell, Hy Morris, Ross He, Conger, Graves, and Lom bard, urging support.
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Siste
Murcia
Caspar Ven
Isa
Shits D.figlorn
Py Flex
Tiebart
Elwell
Hy Morris
Ross
Screamr
Conger
GB. Graves
St. Lombard
Payer Rags and Fourth of July observances
Notice invites the homeless to contribute for rags through Eastman's Bookstore with a plan to fund essential needs. It praises the cause and urges preservation of a paper on the matter, likening paper supply to vital ink. The Fourth of July was mild, with a pleasant steamboat trip from Omvo to Fond én Lieu and a community gathering at Brook iyn Monee featuring music and an evening social.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eastman
Omvo
Fond Én Lieu
Bai
Kenosha News And Local Notes From The Era
Poised Com Custard report describes a custard illness at supper hours causing sickness in a family after consuming custard. A Kenosha Locals note mentions a new paper planned for Kenosha and political divisions in the county. Grand Chute Works progress noted with eighty workers and potential one year finish if funds arrive. Public Works board delays as contracts, engineer, and others await appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Storg
Board of Public Works
New Paper Moves Madison Nexus and Local Shifts
A report notes Mr Bagh in Marquette funds a Milwaukee purchase and plans a Whig paper in Berlin or Dartford. C L Shofer and Warren Chane will launch a Madison paper, not Fond du Lac, after the National Freesoil Conversion meeting. County Court convenes with steamboat business under review as Judge Whealer praised. Mr Van Amridge, veteran land reformer, plans return to Mukwonago then elsewhere for work.
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Densmore
Congress
Congresa
Gyrule
Jon Ols
Falluwings Wienmeuher
Desbate
Ana
Ines Cushing
Tris
Mn Leald
Twar
Vidnet
Crary
Bov
Deasthiser
J. Eivhine
Ccitr
Kighme
Adway
Rightie
Mfr
S. Henry Sarceve
Eighine
Lights
Harmonie
Milwaukee Sentinel
Marquette
Bagh
Madison Statesman
Imaterials
Milwaukee
Berlin
Dartford
The
Mercury
Madison
Meusra
C. L. Shofer
Warren Chane
Fond du Lac
Freesoil Conversion
Aly
Whealer
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Pierce Ff
Sea Cnpel
William R. Keng
Fe Terie
Winfield
A. Grah
Waerelisets
Iyie
Canstalls
Comenan
Ferther
Teshing
Michigan Central Railroad
Milwaukee Press
Eaider
Wisconsin
Jis
Custer
Sentinel
Shaw
Kenosha
Telegraph
Ivan Jatte
Clamant
Oshkori
Milw
Osnosh Jenssenie
Biale
Bedah Brown
Garpenter
Las
Anr Yi
Madigon
Ty Gtr
Democrat
Burnside
New York
Amercan House
P. Kane & Sona
Storr
Geary
Free Democracy
Pirrex Ant Kise
van Amrge
Land Reformrer
Reo Democrat
Cincinnati
Mukwon
Remai
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