Treason Charges Shake Cincinnati Convention Pledge Allegations
The piece accuses Democratic leaders of treasonous acts and links the Buchanan nomination to a pledge that could doom the Union. It frames secession as a real threat and blames figures like Sam Black and Rhett for steering policy toward rebellion, warning that the new administration may fulfill risky commitments.
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Democratic Party
United States
Cincinnati
Buchanan
Sam’l Black
Treasury
Douglas
Dawnon
Black
Mr. Blacks
Ruth
Naomi
Rhett
Yancey
Miles
North Western Bank Praised For Steady Response In Turbulent Times
The North Western Bank at this place earns high praise for promptly meeting calls and redeeming in coin at its counter and New York agency during a period of great distrust. It faced harsh recollections from past policy but maintained standing as banks nationwide suspended operations. The article predicts the bank will emerge with renewed community confidence and a strong reputation.
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North Western Bank
Ihs
New York
Tax Gymnasium Meeting at James Hall
A meeting will be held at James Hall at 63 o'clock Saturday evening the 5th inst. Persons wishing to become members are invited to attend. Officers will be elected and regulations adopted for the management of the institution.
Episcopal visitation planned for Erie 1861 session
The Western Christian Advocate outlines the Erie annual Conference plan for 1861 with Bishop Morris presiding on July 17, expecting around 200 ministers. It also notes Miss Alice E. Brown's card and urges better musical instruction through her opportunity.
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Gay
Western Christian Advocate
Morris
Erie
Let Us Pray Amid Political Turmoil and New Year Reflections
A lengthy editorial laments the Buchanan administration and calls for prayer while denouncing corruption and pro slavery attitudes. It critiques political sermons and asks who should lead prayers amid a national crisis, interweaving religious sentiment with critiques of government. New Year's Day 1801 observations note festive scenes and a call to charity, ending with local event notices for Rev. E A Anderson and the Mite Society meetings.
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Court of Heaven
Buchanan
Cuba
I’r Digal
New England
Missouri
Lecompton
Mr. Buchanan
Ogilvie Byron Young's Charleston Address Sparks Southern Secession Rhetoric
The Missouri Democrat reports Ogilvie Byron Young delivering a six hour oration dubbed a blood and thunder indictment of Lincoln. He warns of Southern revolt, likening Brutus and Cromwell to Lincoln’s fate, and predicts a Confederate bid by South Carolina with calls for drastic action against the Union. He mocks compromise and envisions a new southern confederacy spanning Cuba, Mexico, and Central America.
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Missouri Democrat
Ogilvie Byron Young
New York Herald
Wise, Keitt, Rhett & Co
Income Administration
Hima
Lincoln
Toonor
Brutus
Mutius Sccevola
Liberty
Washington
Jefferson
Jackson
Rome
Cesar
Charles
Cromwell
Abraham Lincoln
Charleston
Aleady
South Carolina
Cuba
Mexico
Central America
Morning Star
Oxilvie Byron Young
Rebellion in Charleston South Carolina 1860 Fort Moultrie Evacuated
Dispatches describe Fort Moultrie being evacuated and fires started as South Carolina takes control of Fort Moultrie and Castle Pinckney. Governor, Convention, and citizens react with alarm while President and Cabinet debate withdrawal and potential conflict. Major Anderson’s actions spark national debate and a push to reinforce or withdraw troops.
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Fort Sumter
Fort Mouline
Mjor Anderson
Fort Moultrie
Capt. Foster
Cap. Foster
Anderson
Fort
Georgia
Alabama
Carolina
Charteston
Castle Pi Ockney
Castle Pinckney
Washineton
South Carolina
Charleston Harbor
Mejor Anderson
Mehl
War Department
Chase Fort Moultrie
Awob
Wasuixoton
United States
Washington
Mark Anderson
South Carolin Commissiners
Stanton
Black
Holt
Floyd
Thompson
Toucey
Thomas
Plin
L Ckal
Sociable Meeting Set at Mr Henry's Saturday Night
The next Sociable gathering will take place at Mr. F Henry's residence on Saturday night. Attendees are expected to arrive promptly and enjoy the evening's program.
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The
Sociable
Immense Pittsburgh Meeting on Ordinance Removal
December 27, 1860 Pittsburgh. A large crowd gathered opposite the Court-House to discuss removal of ordnance yout. Gen. Wm Robinson chaired with speeches from Gen. J Morehead and others. Resolutions praised the Union, urged restraint on shipments under government orders, and called for President to ensure fidelity and avoid harming Free States. A dispatch from Hon. Robert McKnight urged no further resistance and a suspension of gun shipments pending war office guidance.
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Pittspurcu
Court-House
Wm. Robinson
J. Morehead
Congress
Thts
Free States
Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
Robert McKnight
War Office
Mr Lincoln era Cabinet shaping in Illinois visit
Semixertown Illinois December 24 1860 David Wilmot of Pennsylvania arrived from the East by invitation of the president elect. He will likely represent the Republican banner in the Cabinet though a specific post is not yet named. The Pennsylvania legislature named new speakers clerks and transcribing officers. Cameron passed Harrisburg en route to Washington with word he has accepted the Treasury post.
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Carteron
Washington
Pettigrew
Castle Pinelines
Iver
Cary
Moris Island
Palmetto Dlig
Coleock
Carolina
Charleston
Alabama
Florida
Arkansas
Mississippi
Georgia
Tresson
United States
Congress
General Assembly
Texas
Columbia Anillers
Barber
Charston
Morgan
New York Legisature
Semixertown
Ill
Lincoln
David Wilmot
Pennsylvania
Wilmot
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Warren Mail
Soa
Gur Bank
Alice E. Brown
E. A. Anderson
M. E. Church
Sugar Grove
Mite Society
Maidy
Cogwell
Ogilvie
Byron Young
Cuarceston
SBA
Seon
Gen. Jackson
Secretary of War
Secretary of the Navy
Army
Navy
Partise
Breckenridge
Fort Sumpter
Puthe
Yeas
Foyd
Nays
Tower
Touvey
Messrs. Thompson
South
Major Anderson
Gen
Scott
Union
North
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Curtin
California
Pittsburgh
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