Platform clashes and historic slave debate vigor
The piece rails at a rival Herald over platform politics, mocks its stance on Union and slavery, and recalls Quincy Herald editorials from 1848 on democracy and slavery. It cites Lincoln and Seward through historical quotes, arguing the platform is solid and the South’s influence central to Democratic power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald
Massachusetts
Abe
Ghip
Quincy Herald
Lincoln
Springfield
House
Seward
Rochester
Slavery Debate Cited as National Issue in Union Forum
A historical quarrel over slavery is analyzed as a national establishment influencing representation. The Herald previously asserted firm opposition to extending slavery, underscoring freemen in non slaveholding states’ interest in examining slavery’s bearings within democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herald
Old Democratic line shifts toward Lincoln embrace
In a concluding political statement Louis Bulletin outlines a shift from strict Democratic and Know Nothing affiliations to support for Abraham Lincoln and the National Union. The author argues the Jacksonian legacy and Benton era principles align with Lincoln’s ticket, urging continued contests in Congress as a duty of true Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fathers of
the Republic
Democratic Party
Eya
Union Constitutional’ Party
John Bell
Tennessee
Change of Officers Needed. New York Herald Critiques Federal Oversight
The New York Herald asserts defalcations in the New York Post Office exceed $200,000 and faults Washington for ignorance of frauds. It argues for a cabinet change and praises “Honest Old Abe,” urging honest officials to replace those in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
New York Herald
New ‘York Post Office
Washington
New York Post Office
New York
Fowler
Herald
Diogenes
Abe
Reconstruction quarrel over Lincoln on race and rights
The Herald argues over Lincoln's views on natural rights and racial differences, contrasting equality of rights with perceived racial inferiority. It claims Lincoln admitted differences in endowments while others push for intermarriage, questioning the newspaper's stance on the issue.
Anecdote of Douglas and Col K K Jones in Manitowoc
A column recounts a Hoosier tale of a wounded hero seeking aid in Washington, Douglas assisting with a cash gift, and skepticism about the veracity of the tale. It also tracks Col K K Jones’s presence in Manitowoc and his role with the Quincy Whig, plus local editorial commentary on political loyalties and the presidential contest ahead of Abe Lincoln’s inauguration.
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Douglas
Herald
Cherubusco
Zeith
Washington
Congress
Tom Moore
M. C
Prersexat
KK. Jones
Cleveland
Chicago
Abe
Manitowoc Herald
Charles
K. K
Rx Town
Col
K.K. Jones
Quincy
Whig
Republican
Republican Party
Col. Jones
Manitowoc
Vanitatroc
Jerry
Auranaw
Ourself
Old Abe
Pillow for Douglas Reveals Soft Strategy on Slavery
The piece critiques Douglas on squatter sovereignty and the Dred Scott decision, arguing the South seeks federal protection for slavery while the North must resist. It claims Douglas cannot be elected on such positions and accuses the authors of exposing party designs after peeking behind the curtain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas
Congress
Dred Scott
Fowler
Sail on Lake Michigan from Chicago to Manitounoc
A narrator recalls sailing from Chicago to Manitounoc aboard the schooner El Tempo under Captain Jas. Hoones with M. F. Van Vleck, sharing manly duties, a foggy layover, and a picturesque Lake Michigan voyage. They observe Milwaukee from the voyage and note lush vegetation and a dry spell broken by rain helping crops back home.
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Abraham Lincoln
Wisconsin
Jas. Hoones
el Tempo
Manitounoce
M. F. van Vleck
Mokena
Jos. Edwards
Lee
Edwards
Van
Mr. Edwards
Paddy
Milwaukee
Manitonwoc
Manitounoc
Sheboygan
Augusta: a thriving Republican village near Hancock county
A visitor describes Augusta as a flourishing, prosperous Republican town in Hancock county near the Quincy and Chicago Railroad. Population about twelve hundred, with a brick schoolhouse, active farmers, and growing trade. Noted residents include Cox, Stark, Hawkis, Stroxe Austr, Car ix, and Carts. plans for landscape-style development highlight the area as an elegant, desirable state residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hancock County
Quincy & Chicago
Coxprtox
Messrs
J. & G. Stark
Hawkis
Glorious Stroxe Austr
Jolly Carix
Cour- ToNs
Starks
Augusta
Lincoln and German Republicans take center stage in Chicago paper
The letter criticizes a rival sheet for Know Nothing accusations against Lincoln and the Republican party. It cites 22 German delegates to Chicago National Convention, a German lieutenant governor candidate in Illinois, and German support across Michigan and Wisconsin, while praising Lincoln as "one of the people" and recounting a Five Points School visit by Abraham Lincoln.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clay
Add
Lincoln
Jupiter
Douglas
Congress
Connecticut
Abraham Lincoln
Missouri
H.B. Braxeu
St. Joseph
Col. Braxen
Bprron
Herald
Republican Party
Chicago
Illinois
Massachusetts
Michigan
United States Senate
Wisconsin
Charleston
Democratic Papers
Ohio
Know Nothings
Know Nothing
Louisiana
Abe
West
Five-Points House of Industry
Five Points
Ash
Minois
Republican Lincoln Hamlin pledge drive meeting minutes
June 6 1860 Lima Republican club meeting adopted resolutions opposing the Democratic party platform and slavery expansion. They praised Lincoln and Hamlin, denounced Douglas, and called for cooperation against perceived corruption. An executive committee was named with Killam Kirkpatrick Selby Conover Ball, and papers and campaign materials were to be disseminated. The club adjourned to June 16.
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Lima
Itt
Lima Township
School House
Joseph B. Weaver
H. R. Bailey
M. Hutchinson
J. M. D.all
J. M. Kirkpatrick
J. M. D. Ball
Ab. Waerens
Chicago
Friends of the Union
Democratic Party
Supreme Court
Freshlad
Stephen A.douglas
Republican
Abraham Lincoln
Hannibal Hamlin
Congress
T. Killam
James H. Selby
Jonah Conover
J.M. D. Ball
Quincy Whig and Republican
Chicago Press & Tribune
Missouri Democrat
P. Uw
B. Weaver
HB Barry
Fifth St Louis Fair Opens Sept 24 with $24000 in Premiums
The Fifth Fair of the St Louis Agricultural and Mechanical Association begins September 24 and runs six days. It promises superior organization and grounds, with premiums totaling 24000 including 1500 sweepstakes for best roadster stallion, 600 for best Thoroughbred stallion, and 600 for best roadster stallion in harness. Other prizes range from 300 to 50 dollars. Committees are chosen from the county and will be announced at the fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Agricultural and Mechanical Association
West
St. Louis
Richmond Unity Rally Divides Over Charleston Platform
Robt. G. Scott of Alabama argued against disunion in Richmond arguing the southern movement seeks Union unity with equal protection. Mr. Fisher of Virginia defended Charleston stance. Delegates from Louisiana to South Carolina arrived as split views emerge on seating Douglas claimants and renewing the Charleston platform. Some New York delegates waver on Douglas, others stand firm amid talks of resuming seats and resignations.
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Richmond
Robt. G. Scott
Ala
Charleston
Douglas
Balimore
Fisher
Louisiana
Texas
Alabama
Floria
Mississippi
Georgia
South Carolina
Baltimore
Virginia
North Carolina
Kentucky
Tennessee
Maryland
Caleb Cushing
New York
Seymour
Japanese Assassination Report Toward Tycoon Doubtful
Philadelphia June 11 The Japanese maintain silence on a reported assassination of the Tycoon. Captain Du Pont doubts the intelligence and will not share it with the Princes until Washington issues instructions or more definite details arrive. If conveyed to the Embassy, the plan may collapse. Naval commissioners think the report, if not unfounded, refers to the event being killed rather than the Tycoon a 17 year old lad.
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Washington
Philadelphia
Springfield
Matt
Hamax
OrpAns
Pennsylvania
Liscots
Herald
Old Abe
Lincoln
Dupont
Lenate
Sumner
T. Hyatt
Harper's Ferry
Mae
Fitch
Fessenden
Congress
Senate
Wilson
Mason
Massachusetts
Select Committee
Hunter
Finance Committee
Morrill
Bayard
Powell
Judicial Committee
U. S. Elmeie
Lane
Naples
Garribaldi
Palermo
Ape Town
London Times
Times
Paris
France
London Herald
China
Turkey
Daily News
Russia
England
Calcutta
Anke
Hong Kong
Ho Sey
Ong Chou
Pony Express Reaches Ruby Valley Amid Indian Attacks
The Pony Express reports arrivals at Ruby Valley on June 3 and 11 with no San Francisco express since May 18. Indians attacked several stations, killing three Express Company employees at Dey Creek. Lieut. Weed leads twenty men to reopen the route, aiming semi weekly service by June 13 and resumption of regular operations within two weeks. The piece also offers a Caesar letter pun and notes Aurora Congregationalists hosting a General Association.
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St. Joseph
Pony Express
Ruby Valley
Salt Lake
San Francisco
California
Ruby ‘Valley
Express Company
Dey Creek Station
John Applegate
Louisville
Kentucky
Raphael Lescier
Camden
Lexington
Missouri
James Allcott
Utah
Weed
Washington June 11 Disturbances in Senate over naval patronage
Washington June 11 Senate debates focus on naval contracts and patronage. Resolutions accuse the Secretary of the Navy and the President of abuses in coal agent choices and wartime timber purchases. Amendments reduce post office costs and extend public printing oversight, with various bills postponed or passed.
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Washington
Hovss
Sherman
Pacific Railroad
Ar. Niblack
Committee On Patents
Senate
Ashmore
Congress
Hatton
Navy ‘Department
Secretary of the Navy
Swift
Navy
Daniel H. Martin
Board of Engineers
Post Office
United States
Colfax
Postofice Committee
California
Post Office Department
J.grow
Grow
John Cochrane
Mt. Vernon
Cochrane
Wilson
Hale
King
Slidell
Wendell
Postoffice Department
Jr. King
Toombs
Charleston Custom House
New Orleans Custom House
Treasury
Washington Aqueduct
Capitol
Fitch
Gales and Seaton
American State Papers
Brown
Washington City
Johnson
Tenn
Holmestead
Honest Old Abe Gets Republican Backing
The Louisville Journal notes Republicans designate their presidential candidate as Honest Old Abe and expresses support for his honesty and public course while criticizing some doctrines. The piece stresses belief in his good for the country and personal familiarity.
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Abe
Louisville
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Morgan County
Leonard Swett
McLean
J. M.palmer
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Wm. B. Plato
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Pitt Kellogg
Fulton
Jar. Stark
Hancock
Jar. C. Conkling
Sangamon
B. MW. Bramwell
Coles
Thos. G. Allen
Randolph
Jno
Oncy
Gallatin
Mexico
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Benton Guard
Col. Benton
National Union
American Pople
Lenrera
Judge Bates
Abe Lincoln
Hamlin
Thomas Jefferson
Andrew Jackson
Thomas H. Benton
Jackson
Calhoun
S¢ Louis Bulletin
Barret
Committee On
Old Buck
J. Richard Barret
House of Representatives
Chicago Times
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Mllinois College
Ws. D. Saxpens
Illinois College
Minors College
College Grove
Society of Alumni
Phil Alpha Society
A. S. Mitchell, Esq
Anson G. Chester
Buffalo
Lake Michigan
Bae
George Sanders
J.B
Sons
Liscoxy
K. KE
United States ‘Express
Adams
Salt River
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Julius
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Anthony
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