People’s Convention to Nominate Warren County Officials
Warren County electors are urged to elect delegates for a convention in Warren on Friday August 24 at 2 PM to nominate county officers for October. The call invites all citizens favoring People rule and Reform and opposing slavery expansion and Democratic nominations. Two delegates per election district will be seated. Also announced are Stephen Carver for County Commissioner and H J Taylor for Sheriff as candidates.
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Warren
D. Lott
Stephen Carver
Warren County
Aaron M. Rogers
People’s Convention
Look to Results Unite for Whig Americans and Free Soil Unity
The Pennsylvania State Central Committee calls a Whig State Convention in Harrisburg on September 11 to fuse with Americans and others against Pierce and the Nebraska Administration Democracy. The goal is a united opposition to the ruling party and a Republican victory through a shared platform despite minor differences.
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Pennsylvania State Central Committee
Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Arnold Plumer
Pierce
Nebraska
James Pollock
Commonwealth
Regatta article misprint sparks skull confusion
In a note to the Adjutant, the James town Democrat's Regatta piece is defended as a type error. The writer clarifies there was no intention to link brains or skulls to the report and promises no such insinuation about future articles.
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Jamestown Democrat
Republican meeting in Crawford County adopts temperance and anti slave state resolutions
In Conneautville on the 28th, a meeting of friendly Republicans adopted resolutions against further Slave States or Slave Territories and in favor of temperance. A convention of delegates at Meadville on September 10 was set to nominate a county ticket. The call notes primary meetings may occur at different election sites. The first load of new wheat arrived, price $1.75 per bushel, stated by R. E. Cook.
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Crawford County
Conneautville
Meadville
R. E. Cook
Porter Attacks Pennsylvania Senator Election Legality
Former Governor David R. Porter issues a letter challenging the legality of electing a U S Senator of Pennsylvania on the first Monday of October next, timing tied to the adjournment of the Senatorial Convention.
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David R. Porter
U. S
Pennsylvania
Reeder for Canal Commissioner in Pennsylvania
The Meadville Journal backs Gov. Reeder for Canal Commissioner but urges he align with Northern politics. It argues his past Pierce faction ties and potential for Senate, and contrasts with a push to nominate Ex-Governor A. H. Bender to challenge the Pierce administration over Kansas and slavery policies.
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Gov. Reeder
Meadville Journal
Pennsylvania
Pierce
U.S
Reever
Kansas
A. H. Bender
Missouri
South
Gov. Keeper
Sailboat Storm Capsizes Harbor Rescue by Dowdy Dowdy
Last Thursday morning the sailboat Storm capsized with Captain Couse at the helm. Four voyagers Edgar Roe Hall Davis Shadduck clung to the wreck until Dowdy Bill the wrecker arrived, pushing a skiff and teamwork brought all to shore. The piece warns readers to avoid water in a gale and to learn swimming before attempting sea travel, noting Dowdy as the rescuer.
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John Edgar
John Shadduck
Pete Davis
Roe Hall
Couse
Kerslap
Kersouse
Edgar
Davis
Shadduck
Dowdy Bill
Escaped Nun and Convent Secrets Prompt New Sensation
A New York publisher De Witt and Davenport issue The Escaped Nun or disclosures of Convent Life and the confessions of a Sister of Charity. It is billed as thrilling with adventures and claims insider knowledge. Priced at 1 dollar, available in New York and Warren Hazeltine Co. This advert hints at a speculative market for sensational anti Papist topics.
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New York
Hazeltine & Co
Warren
Old Bridge to be Sold in Sheriff Auction
Sheriff sales list the old bridge under the hammer for suit by C. W. Rathbun. The structure reportedly shows three stone piers with two on the riverbanks and one at the center.
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C. W. Rathbun
Jamestown Academy Opens Fall Term Under New Principal
The fall term at Jamestown Academy starts September 5 under Principal Charles Jameison and Miss Caroline M Rowe leading the female department. A jealous suitor of Miss Demeanor is warned to quit or face consequences. The week begins with three dry days harming hay and grain.
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Jamestown Academy
Charles Jameison
Caroline M. Rowe
Rivalry and Resignation Drama Around Governor Reeder
Washington dispatch reveals a heated clash between Gov. Reeder and President Pierce over resignation terms. The President allegedly offered appointments to China and Lingland before Reeder refused and finally left office, citing opposition to slavery expansion and Territorial will of the people.
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Pierce
Reeder
Washington
N. Y. Tribune
Gov. Reeder
Kansas
Union
China
McLane
Lingland
Buchanan
England
New Map Sale Promoted for California and Western Lands
New Mar-Gaston Johnson of New York and Cleveland issue a detailed map praised for finish and accuracy covering California and Western Territories. County agent Brown canvasses for sale. Also noted are counterfeit fifty dollar altered bills from Warren County Bank, with only fives and tens issued.
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New Mar
Warren County
Rainy Day Sermon and Record Jump by Colt
Rev Hiram Eddy of Canaan urged his congregation to work while rain looms recalling a Revolutionary officer who trusted in God. Joseph Garfield of Busti reports his two year old colt jumped a total fifty seven feet two inches over two leaps, first twenty nine feet three inches second twenty eight feet four inches, measured by Garfield and two villagers.
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Eddy
Canaan
Rev
Hiram Eddy
Joseph Garfield
Busti
Garfield
Jamestown Jour
Evening Advocate announces campaign repeal liquor law daily issue
The Evening Advocate begins daily publication in Harrisburg by George W. Crabb & Co on the 6th as a nonpartisan campaign paper. It aims to repeal last winter's liquor law and offers a $2 advance price until the election.
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Evening Advocate
Harrisburg
George W. Crabb & Co
Fusion at Rochester seals Know Somethings alliance
A convention in Rochester New York formed a fusion between the Jonathans and Know Somethings also known as Choctaws. The Joint Committee on Fusion reported unanimous adoption of the platform in both bodies. Delegates adjourned sine die at sunset with broad unanimity.
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Rochester
N. Y
the Tribune
Joint Committee On Fusion
Covention
Custom House officer finds whisky in Canadian box
In Oswego a customs officer, inspecting a large Canadian box claimed to hold passenger clothing, smelled liquor and opened the cask unveiling forty bottles and a five gallon keg of whisky seized under law.
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Oswego
Canada
Slavery and the Kane decision shock readers in Pennsylvani a
Fredonia Censor comments on Judge Jeffries Kane ruling in the Wheeler case reversing emancipation in free states. The piece warns that allowing slave property to be recognized here would reenact slavery, urging electing federal judges to curb executive influence and defend Kansas struggles.
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Jeffries Kane
U.S. District Court of Pennsylvania
Wheeler
Free States
Col
J. H. Wheeler
U. S
Nicaragua
Washington
New York
Philadelphia
Passmore Williamson
Williamson
Kane
Pennsylvania
North Carolina
U.S
Toombs
Bunker Hill Monument
Kansas
Reeder
South
Judge Kane
Fredonia
Kansas Legislator and border outrages provoke civic alarm
A Kansas Legislator recounts a Missouri farmer with a Kansas Commission aiding emigration to Kansas. He warns that border ruffians and Missouri members assist lawless acts, urging federal force to protect settlers and uphold republican rights against slavery incursions. He contrasts Boston’s stand for law with inaction over slavery defiance.
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Kansas
McGee
Westport
Kansas Line
Missouri
Free States
Atchison
Boston
Editor's barbs on Latin quoters and ne plus ultra
A sharp editorial quip mocks those who quote Latin, saying some readers mistake such lines for real scholarship. It notes the editor’s aim to ridicule a pretend classical stance.
The President and Gov Reeder in Kansas Affair
Correspondence from The Tribune recounts friction between President Pierce and Governor Reeder over Kansas policy. It states a confidential envoy urged resignation, Reeder refused, and a later demand for explanation followed a disputed half breed land purchase.
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N. Y. Tribune
WashineTon
The
Tribune
Reeder
Easton
Pierce
Gov. R
Martyr Like Resistance in Passmore Williamson Jail
A dramatic tribute portrays Passmore Williamson, jailed for refusing to yield, as a steadfast, nearly fearless martyr. The speaker lauds his integrity and resilience, predicting he will endure and inspire, with Judge Kane expected to tire of confinement. The writer likens the ordeal to a monumental clash akin to Sevastopol.
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Pn Lavevonta
Passmore Williamson
Philadelphia
Judge Kane
Passmore
Sevastopol
Reeder Defends Against Half Breed Lands Charge
Gov. Reeder submits his reply to Secretary Marcy regarding alleged purchase of half breed Kansas lands. He denies any such purchases and requests specifications as the President seeks a defense against unspecified rule violations. Davonix Pa premium list for the next State Fair in Harrisburg shows 5859 dollars in cash premiums plus 31 silver cups, 83 silver medals, and bronze awards.
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St. Louis
Reeder
Marcy
Lawrence Tribune
Kansas
Davpnix
Harrisburg
Venango County crops and local meeting noted
The American County Convention will meet in Franklin on the August Court Tuesday to count votes for office candidates. Wheat output is seen at least double prior years and rye fourfold. corn may be average despite rains. potatoes may escape prior years damage. outlook for abundance if true. A Spectator notes casual breakfast lapse with a coffee quip in a government office.
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Venango County
Franklin
Venango
A New Epidemic and A Play By Miss Reeder
In New Orleans residents report a mosquito and bed bug epidemic described as the most afflictive dispensation there. In Cleveland, Ohio, Miss Louisa Reeder, niece of Governor Reeder of Kansas, has written a play titled Mary Morton, or the New York Seamstress, which has been produced there.
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New Orleans
Louisa Reeder
Reeder
Kansas
Mary Morton
New York
Cleveland
Carver Calculative Girl Impresses Ayr Audience
The Ayr Advertiser reports a Beth public exam of a young girl famed for rapid calculation. She answered offhand questions on June clock strikes, year totals, lifetimes, a linen value, and a complex cube division, demonstrating precise arithmetic without using a board square.
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Ayr
Beth
President Pierce and Gov Reeder Removal Debate
The piece argues the president was compelled to remove Gov. Reeder and cites a Cincinnati Gazette report. A Missouri source alleged Reeder would have been hanged in Kansas unless the president promised to remove him, a claim the author presents with caution.
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Reeder
Cincinnatti Gazette
St. Louis
Witchcraft Rumors Spark Crowd in New Orleans
In New Orleans reports claim gipsey women in a hut performed witchcraft. Hundreds gathered to watch supposed infernal brews and a witch dance. A neighbor swore Elizabeth Sutherland, the chief witch, flew from a chimney and breathed fire, then supposedly escaped as a black cat.
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New Orleans
Elizabeth Sutherland
Gubernatorial Revolutions and Yellow Fever Toll
A brief note on political shifts reports only three Northern states with Democratic governors Illinois Ohio and New Jersey while others elect opposition governors. In New Orleans the week ending today records 275 deaths including 173 from yellow fever detailing a severe health toll.
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Union
Illinois
Ohio
New Jersey
New Orleans
Yellow fever termed epilemic by local physician letter
Dr Macfarlane publishes in the True Delta declaring yellow fever epilemic. In Mercer county Pennsylvania the Whigs have resolved to disband and join the Republican movement. A reflective warning about people not always sharing your wit.
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New Ortrans
Macfarlane
Mercer County
Pennsylvania
Republican Movement
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