Letters from Milwaukie and political views in 1860
A long letter from Milwaukees Milwaukie transit and Milwaukee harbor arrival described with humor. It notes Evergreen Wisconsin readers could accompany the traveler by lake and rail with jokes about sea sickness and ship life. The piece then shifts to political commentary opposing Democratic rulers and urging Lincoln Hamlin support in Wisconsin and nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercury
Wis
Milwaukie
Chicago
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Lincoln
Dem.organ
Hamlin
Office seeking stirs readers in Winamac Indiana piece
A 1860 Ep Mercury column laments office chasing and fiscal missteps in Fulton and Richland townships. It recounts court, tax, and newspaper advertising disputes, accusing local officials of overcharging and calling for a discount of excessive public expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winamac
Ind
Mercury
Democrat
Itoi
Court House
Debate Over Quorum In Committee Of The Whole
In a heated House session last week the quorum question again stalled business as Mr. Morrill of Vermont and Mr. Craig of Missouri argued over speeches in committee without a quorum. The night-long dispute ended with Schuyler Colfax presiding for ten hours and the party lines moving toward a Republican victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morrill
Vermont
Craig
Missouri
House
Mean
Schuyler Colfax
Hughes
Maryland
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