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Geary resigns as Kansas governor amid turmoil and threats
In a message from Lecompton, Governor Geary describes accepting the Kansas post during violent strife, then resigning due to lack of federal support, death threats, and ongoing Pro-Slavery violence. He cites financial strain, hostile enemies, and urges unity to preserve the Union and prevent dissolution.
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the West
Persifer F. Smith
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