The Great Delusion Not Over In Mormon Affairs
The article denounces Mormon beliefs as imposture and criticizes Brigham Young leadership. It notes mass migration to Salt Lake, European interest in new ideologies, and political shifts in Europe including Italy and Austria. It also discusses the Charleston Convention, Douglas candidates, and anticipated Bolter maneuvering at Baltimore.
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Chicago Times urges hospitality for Convention crowds
The Chicago Times urges citizens to warmly welcome the upcoming Convention on the 16th inst. It argues 20,000 visitors will spend about fifty dollars each, boosting the city’s economy despite political turmoil and criticisms of Chicago’s leaders. The piece frames the event as essential for freedom and prosperity, even as it notes public fatigue.
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Union
Chicago
Head Wins Quincy Alderman Race in Special Election
In Quincy the Democratic candidate Mr Head was re elected with an increased majority in the First Ward. The Macomb Eagle mocked Republican prospects but the event underscored Democratic strength. A cordial note from Eagle editor for the Herald day editor sparked mutual praise amid regional party shifts.
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Herald
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Captain Rynders Ousted Over Slave Trade Complicity
A harsh critique questions Captain Rynders dismissal as a political move by the Democracy North amid looming elections. The piece ties his removal to alleged leniency toward slave ships and notes Buchanan’s prior pardons of Wanderers captains, signaling a strategic scapegoat to defend against abolitionist charges.
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Henry Clay
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Rooster and Rivalry Mark Macomb Aldermen Race
In Macomb a Republican victory in a local aldermanic battle is celebrated. J. L. Hall leads with a 25 vote majority over the Democratic rival, Robert H. Brorddus trails by 39, and Mayor Charles Chandler, Esq. wins with a 43 vote margin, against last year’s Democratic win by 26.
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Herald
J. L. Hall
Robert H. Brorddus
Charles Chandler, Esq
Our Kansas Letter from H A Smith Explores Freedom Sorrows
The article invites readers to finish the Kansas letter and read yesterday’s portion. It defends Bleeding Kansas against sneers from rivals and cites party leaders like Walker. H A Smith, once of Medina New York, pens the piece.
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Enemies of Freedom
Walker
H. A. Smith
Medina
New York
Drouth Strains Crops and Town Roads Persist
The dry spell harms crops across the area with oats planted in March suffering as dust rises and moisture declines. Residents report two years of muddy routes replaced by harsh dust and lack of rain, likening it to a sailor’s grumble but requiring endurance.
Storm of ice balls in Kansas weighs a pound and a half
A Kansas storm dropped stones described as balls of ice weighing about a pound and a half each. Eyewitnesses recount the strange hail event with astonishment, noting the size and force of the frozen debris.
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End to Buchanan's perfidy in Kansas revolt era
A condensed polemic attacks James Buchanan for partisan manipulation and funding abuses over the Lecompton Constitution and Kansas conflicts. It contrasts pro slavery Border Ruffians with Free State pioneers, recounting the Ossawatomie massacre, Rio Montgomer y campaigns, and amnesty actions while urging lasting peace among neighbors in Southern Kansas.
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Tremont House praised in Quincy amid political jests
The Macomb Eagle extols Tremont House in Quincy as a first class hotel offering low rates and fine host service under Mr. Davis, while playful jabs at local politics and newspapers echo through the pubic notice. It also mentions Randolph House as a good local alternative and criticizes German-related slurs in a Tribune-Herald exchange.
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Fire destroys Green's Hemp Factory near Hannibal
Report from N O Bosp of Hannibal states a blaze at Green's large Hemp Factory about three-fourths mile from the river. The fire began at 5 o clock last evening and consumed the whole building in a short time due to friction from the machinery. Insurance listed at $10,000 with total value around $25,000.
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N. O. Bosp
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Unitarian Convention Rail Passes Offered by Railroads
The Quincy and Toledo, Great Western and Wabash Valley railroads grant free return passage for attendees traveling to the Unitarian Convention to be held in this city in January.
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Great West
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Sympathizing Woman Tricks Mr Turner With Illnesses
The tale centers on Bob Turner feigning ailments to solicit Mrs Dobbs sympathy. Mrs Dobbs, famed as a sympathetic woman, reacts with concern and comic disbelief as Bob stumbles through fake conditions including neuralgia dropsy and stomaching bursts of laughter.
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Turner
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Bob Gould
Disinheritance Cited In Baker Will Probate Paper
The will of John G. Baker, late of New York, has been admitted to probate. It states a large property designation and that his daughter Map Ano, wife of Join Dean the coachman, receives no portion due to a codicil disinheriting her.
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Join Dean
Willis
New York City
Jacob Hardin
New Jersey
Beston
Cates
Charleston
Jeff
Davis
Caleb Cushing
David
Jonathan
What went wrong with Joe Barker and his life
The narrative traces Joe Barker a clerk turned merchant who chased a showy lifestyle despite eroding finances. Pressure from debt, rising living costs, and social pretensions drove him from a modest start to an extravagant home, a ruinous business, and eventual downfall. The piece argues such ruin stems from excessive living rather than mere bad luck or debts.
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Néty
Joe Barker
Lueck
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Barker
Martha
Peoro
Joseph Barker
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