Douglas Decline Threatens 1860 Nomination Shift
The article analyzes Douglas's slipping political standing as Buchanan era Democrats in Washington push to displace him. It notes heavy opposition from Bright, Slider and Seward allies, with Louisana Senator Slider claiming the reception for Douglas was American, not Democratic, and predicts dark prospects for a Charleston convention nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas
Washington
Congress
Territories
Chicago
Pine
U. B
Illinois
South
New Orleans
Slide
Louisiana
Buchanan
Buchanan, Bright, Stidel, & Co
Bright
Charleston
William H. Seward
Hunter
Jo Davis
Slider
Dows
School District Votes Against Selling Buildings
The Wednesday meeting settled the dispute over district school buildings by refusing to sell them and creating a Sd District for the new Academy building. The plan aims to consolidate schools as cheaper education and access to the advantages of the graded school attract students, ending the old district school system.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy
Crassii
Convention of Editors and Publishers Proposed by Rushville
Our Rushville Republican notes a call for a state convention of editors and publishers from all parties to discuss their interests. The paper urges timely action and supports a system to publish all laws in each county so citizens can readily know and obey them. It argues publication by act as passed would inform the people immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeunlogs Academy
Eprrons
Rushville
Republican
Senator Douglas Visits New Orgams for Havana Trip
The St. Louis Republican reports Senator Douglas received a message at New Orgams for Havana and plans to spend a week there before continuing to Washington City.
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St. Louis
Senater
Douglas
New Orgams
Havana
Washington City
Harris Seat Won By Bipartisan House Vote
In a national House vote Republicans and most Anti-Lecompton Democrats backed Mr. Harris of Md an American for the seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National
House of Representatives
Mr. Harris
Arkansas Lawyer Poet Honored in Southland Report
A South region newspaper notes the life of a distinguished Arkansas lawyer and poet. He is described as a scholar and public figure, with emphasis on his literary and legal contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas
Southren
Assault and Crowd Anger Stir Pennsylvania Scene
An account recounts an incident in which Bill English struck Montgomery with a cane on Pennsylvania Avenue, a confrontation witnessed by Wm. Couch and Daniel Cox. Montgomery claims English called him a treacherous spy and drew a sword from a cane before the clash ended with Montgomery wounded and English bailed.
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Besits
Montgomery
Pennsylvania
Bill English
Brooks
Enti-Hecompton
Pennsylvania Avenue
Mo. Montgomery
English
Tie
Wm. Couch
Daniel Cox
Newspaper Beggars and Paying for Papers
A letter to the editor laments newspaper borrowers who steal others' papers, urging readers to pay printers and avoid beggary. The writer condemns wealthy readers who skip local papers and offers to help find payers for such “news beggars” in their town.
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Ponrios
Vernon Woolen Factory closes year 1858 with steady work
The Vernon Woolen Factory owners Newton and Scofeld report no factory closures since May 20. They processed about 25,000 lb of wool into full cloth, jeans, flannels, casanets, and lenseys, plus 10,000 lb of stocking yarn, 7,000 lb of rolls, and 5,000 blankets. Demand is rising and performance is praised.
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Newton & Scofeld
Behold the King Upon the Cross in Prophetic Vision
Fragmented verse recounts a prophecy of sacrifice and the Lamb provided for a burnt offering. Vivid imagery portrays a distant, moral struggle with Death and desert, culminating in a scene of devotion and divine provision dated 1653 by Venom Dey.
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Nein
Winiu
Veenom Dey
Meeting of Gentlemen for Presidency Critten Den
A politically mixed gathering in Warhindtoo on December 16 met to discuss the upcoming election. The group aimed to unite opposition to the Democracy, with Southern and Northern delegates debating the wisdom of a new party and a joint candidate. Despite lively discussion, no formal decision was taken and the meeting adjourned in good temper.
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Warhindtoo
Wasnisctox
Crittenden
Ernest
Gene Tlemen
Lone
Republican Party
Mexican and Central American Colonization Association Gains Support
Valamneron reports the Mexican and Central American Colonization Association is widely ratified nationwide with about 2,000 names. General Hensingsen is said to be elected to lead operations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valamneron
Mexican and Central American Colonization Association
Hensingsen
National Gamblers Convention Reported in Chicago
A national convention of gamblers is to be held in Chicago. The Democratic committee in the city says the venue is rapidly filling with attendees from different regions as the convention nears.
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Chicago
Dispatch Reports Strong Atlantic Cable Currents
A New Fauadiand dispatch dated December 31 says good currents were received over the Atlantic cable. The signal "Ten ley" was clearly recognized as Henley’s large machine was expected to be operating.
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New York
Der
C.W. Field
New
Premiums offered for Map of Lennings County subscribers
Advertises premiums for forming subscriber lists to secure a Map of Lennings County and catalog books. Details incentives for 10 to 50 subscribers, with values in maps and books, and a deadline on January 1, 1839, with notes on local territories and counties.
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Lennings County
Vernon
Stanton
Kansas Territory
Kieown County
Arvise
Shapoleon
St. Welena
Napoleon
Shakapeare
General Putnam
General Lafayette
General Scott
Maned
Hives
Madison and
Monroe
John Quincy Adams
John Calhoun
Goodrich
Irvine
Knickerbocker
N. Y
Mansfield
Miss Beecher
Public Education Board Notice and Teacher Certifications
The document records a board order requiring payment for shares and announces a town meeting regarding schooling. It lists trustees and teachers and notes certification requirements for teaching basics such as reading writing arithmetic geography and physical training.
Vendition Expones Notice in Vernon County Indiana
The document announces a legal writed vendition expones directed to the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Vernon County Indiana in favor of Dani Avick and others. It states property including tannery assets is to be sold to satisfy debts and court costs with a sale date to be set by the court and notices published.
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Fevor
Dani Aavick
Auiel
Audiene
Petbolfet Sr
Mowt
Vernon Redewntezr
Indiana
Ake Howe
Co Cin
Do Cewek
J.C. Beeenber
Faded Court Document From Jennings County Case Detail
A fragmentary court notice from Jennings County outlines a civil action involving multiple named parties and a December sealing statement. The document references a suit, plaintiff and defendant roles, and an order related to a legal proceeding, with a formal seal and dated signatures.
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Che Bauer
J. B. Conn
Ag— Eute
Sietangatlar Advamases
Jennings Academy
Grand Jury
Georgia
Spain
Brazil
Russia
Turkey
Land of
Bill Engtich
No&s
Chibauhsu
Jonreal
Vet Distett
Catalogue OF Ecols
Metuffey
Ray
Butler
Pinco
Ashy
J.B. Conner
Ofice
Pri ' NS
Steck
Amd
Mets
Board of
di- Fectors
Armaathe Satnawatt
Derew. Bee
Gorechuck
Verma
Hudises
Anrettine
Ceil
Win Bh Jirgins
KD Mebammon
Kmsley Il Tos
Sturey
A. McGamon
Enadiana
Jonmiage
Smnith Vai
Jennings Circuit Court
Reny Smith
Vecetiin Ff
Pisa
Ben F. Lewis
Sateef
Jennings County, Oe
Jonsivar Capenuit
Meres Sere
Tsa. Fultsa
Dattroon Deva Clinton
Jey Willian
Massy Lice
Didn . Devine
Isla
Corot
Pisererdinak
Petiow of Kewl Bestate
Tom
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