Opposition caucus calls Harrisburg convention March 25 1857
The Harrisburg move unites Republican and Democratic factions to nominate state candidates. The call targets anti slavery and church state separation while preserving Bible in schools. Delegates from districts will sit in a joint convention as one unified effort for Pennsylvania's political future.
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Harrisburg
State Committee
Cincinnati
Church and State
Philadelphia Times
Republican State Committee
Gibbons
Legislative Caucus Committee
Legislative Caucus
Pennsylvania
Free Territory
Justice
Truth
Washington
Jefferson
Porter’s Spirit of the Times closes first volume
Porter’s Spirit of the Times ends its first semi annual volume on the 28th. It has achieved rapid growth and now ranks second to only two weekly journals in the United States. It is declared the best paper of its class in the Union.
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Porter
Spirit of the Times
United States
Godeys Lady's Book Missing Mail and Congress Turmoil
A reader complains the March Godeys Lady's Book did not arrive. The piece notes Marshals escorting Buchanan to the Capitol and Mormon delegate Bernhisel. It discusses resignations and expulsions in Congress over a corruption case and references Jos. M. Sterrett, Revenue Commissioner at Harrisburg.
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Godey
Whitfield
Kansas
Buchanan
Bernhisel
Buck
Harrisburg Reporter Bribery Accusation Spurs House Action
A Harrisburg session saw three bills opposed on the private calendar with Speaker Getz stating his remarks on attempted corruption. An investigative committee of five was formed to probe reporter solicitations and improper approaches to lawmakers, with members Longaker Petriko Thorn Gildea and Struthers appointed to report findings and recommendations.
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Harrisburg
Congress
Getz
House
Yearsley
Messrs
Longaker
Petrikio
Thorn
Gildea and
Struthers
Paris as it is by Bayard Taylor sketches Louis Napoleon impact
The writer quotes Bayard Taylor noting Paris transformed since 1846 under Napoleon III. He highlights Louvre completion, Rue de Civoli extension, new Boulevards, Bois de Boulogne becoming a grand park, and Paris as a model city with clean streets, efficient transit, and strong police. He also cites admiration tempered by wary personal regard for Louis Napoleon.
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Paris
Bayard Taylor
Europe
Louis Napoleon
Louvre
Rue de Civoli
Seine
Bois de Boulogne
Napoleon
France
Free Kansas bill passes house but faces senate clash
The text reports a House approval of a bill that repeals parts of Kansas laws, greeted by Free State Democrats as fulfillment of prophecy, while noting it stalls in the Senate. It accuses Kansas leaders of proposing a sedition law punishable by death and predicts Democratic support in Congress and Pennsylvania.
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Kansas
House of Representatives
Senate
Congress
Pennsylvania
Warren
Fremonters to Kansas Seek Manly Rescue Mission
A Warren County group of Fremonters leaves this Spring for Kansas. They are described as energetic and worthy young men who will play a manly part in rescuing the land from opposition. Wishing them success.
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Kansas
Warren County
Attorney General doubts Brick Church property title
New York dispatch reports the Attorney General doubts the Brick Church site title in New York, suggesting the government may reject the location for a post office. The text then wanders into a moral metaphor about indolence inviting theft.
Two Neighbors Involved In A Falling Out
Two neighbors embroiled in a dispute over a land boundary or property issue due to a quarrel. The friction reportedly escalated to formal complaints and local warnings. No injuries are mentioned.
Scofield remarks on slavery and Rep. De Witt nomination
Senator Scofield condemns the Cincinnati decree limiting anti slavery discussion and supports Rev. Wm. R. De Witt for State Librarian while denouncing the slave power. He argues for broader representation for free laborers and criticizes clergy and governments enforcing silenced debate.
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Friends of Freedom
West
Cuba
India
France
Republic
Rome
Jefferson
Commonwealth
Cincinnati
Good Old Commonwealth
Proscribed rivals face unified support against confirmation
The speaker asserts that a favored individual garners nationwide patronage and that rivals are sidelined. He insists on opposing confirmation to uphold the proscription stance and to direct the coalition's vote accordingly.
Kansas Vetoes Census Bill and Calls Constitution Convention
Gov Geary vetoed the census bill and the call for a State Constitution convention after the Bogus Legislature passed both, while approving a law declaring resistance to the Bogus laws as rebellion punishable by death. Legislature adjourned after a long night session with a goodwill resolution to Geary. Pro Slavery forces conclude preparations to subjugate Kansas.
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Geary
Kansas
Birth of Commonwealths: Oregon and Minnesota Join Union
A Pittsburgh Gazette interpretation lauds the admission of Oregon and Minnesota as new states, detailing their vast territories and populations. The piece criticizes the Democratic party's Free Soil stance, warns of pro slavery maneuvers, and notes Buchanan’s stance toward the Republican party amid national political shifts.
The New California Senator Broderick
The piece profiles Senator Broderick, once a stone cutter and laborer, who left for California six to seven years ago and rose to U S Senate. It notes his welcome with a hundred guns on return and doubts of eminent services but praises self reliance and asserts he may fulfill his new field. The opinion is from the New York Times.
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Broderick
Dave
United States
California
W. Y. Times
Supreme Court to Sustain Southern Dred Scott Position
The paper reports the Supreme Court will, by a large majority, deny the constitutionality of the Missouri Compromise. Judges Curtis McLaney are expected to dissent, while Nelson may side with the South. The decree is anticipated within days, possibly around the court’s maturation, with some hoping it will calm the nation.
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Supreme Court of the United States
Dred Scott
Curtis and
McLaney
Nelson
WV. Y. Tribune
The Kansas Resolutions and the Democrats in Harrisburg
The Kansas resolutions once before the House at Harrisburg have been shelved revealing a new chapter in the Democratic history in the state. Observers can infer much from the six months of debate and the ways leaders like Bigger and John Van Buren framed free soil and slavery extension amid applause.
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Free Soil
Free Kansas
Buchanan
Harrisburg
Kansas
Friends of Freedom
Wheatland
Ithuriel
Pittsburg
Bigler
John van Buren
Kansas Governor Geary in clash with Sheriff nominee
The St Louis Democrat report from Kansas details a fierce dispute between Gov Geary and Judge Sherrod over the appointment as sheriff. After an earlier insult, a confrontation led to shots: Sherrod wounded Shepperd and two others, then Secretary Jones shot Sherrod, who died. Locomption excitement grows as troops guard Geary's residence.
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St. Louis
Jefferson City
St. Louis Democrat
Kansas
Geary
Sherrod
Sheriff Jones
Judge Sherrod
Mr. Shepperd
Gov. Geary
Mr. Jones
Sherrard
Jones
Westport
Republican
Lecompton
Rise by Frugality Not Inheritance, Says Essay
The article argues that wealth often grows from thrift and steady discipline rather than noble birth. It cites examples like Girard Ridgway Astor and Abbott Lawrence who rose from modest means, while many sons of rich families squander capital through lavish living and lack of hard work.
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Philadelphia
Girard
Mr. Ridgway
New York
Boston
Astor
Abbott Lawrence
United States
Northern Illinois flood damages ripple through Sterling and beyond
Curcaco reports heavy rains lifting Rock River to unusual height. The Galena Railroad bridge at Sterling is swept. three miles of track submerged. bed damaged in many places. Ice piles sixteen feet high. Estimated railroad damage up to 700000. Mayveester notes Montpelier capital location bill passes House 139 to 80. St Louis reports Gen. Richardson of Kansas militia dies February 14. Capt Walker arrested, bail set at 13000. County Judges gain criminal jurisdiction without jury or indictment.
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Curcaco
Illinois
Wisconsin
Rock River
Galena
Sterling
Fulton
St. Louis
Lecompton
Richardson
Kansas
Territorial Council
Walker
Cato
Wilmot Still Considers Governor Nomination
The Harrisburg Telegraph reports Judge Wilmot has not declined a gubernatorial bid. He remains with supporters who may nominate him, as he would not refuse if urged. At Puinapeentia on Feb 27 a large meeting backed honoring Dr Kane. his body will lie in state at Independence Hall with resolutions praising his public service and private virtues.
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David Wilmot
Harrisburg
Judge Wilmot
Puinapeentia
Kane
Independence Hall
Stranger's Experiment Sparks Tavern Negro Reference
A man in a tavern visits with a black man named Sambo and claims he was only testing if liquor would kill the negro in twenty minutes. The landlord questions the stranger's familiarity, prompting the dry motive reveal. The exchange reveals the man intended to drink if the liquor didn’t affect the black man.
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Sambo
Five murderers escape from Michigan State Prison
Five inmates sentenced for life escaped Michigan State Prison Monday night last week, under the state law abolishing the ape.
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Fies
Michigan
Heated House Confrontation Sparks Duel Rumors
In Washington on February 26, Mr. Wright of Tennessee moved toward Mr. Harris of Maryland prompting a tense exchange. Mr. Sherman claimed a menacing stance and in the flare Shearman tossed wafers at Wright. Wright allegedly sought to strike, Sherman reached for a possible weapon, then aides separated them and Wright returned to his seat amid a noisy scene. Rumors of a duel circulate.
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Washington
Wright
Tennessee
Harris
Mayland
Sherman
Shearman
Mr. Wright
Doctor’s harsh misadventure with medicine and cat joke
A doctor prescribes strong medicine for a sick boy. The father forces the powder into the cat instead. On a follow up the doctor asks if the boy improved. The father reveals the boy was not treated while the cat was given the medicine. The doctor departs, astonished.
Made mustard remedy urged to save lives
Cor Th is Our A correspondent cites London Literary Gazette warnings of accidental poisoning and urges households to keep a dessert spoonful of mustard in warm water as a universal emetic to save lives in emergencies.
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London Literary Gazette
The New Hat and Witty Repartees in Columbia
A story from Columbia recounts a Black man with a new hat caught in heavy rain. He replies to a bystander with a sharp retort about ownership, followed by a quick humor note from Garrick and a contemporary remark praising restraint in journalism.
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Columbia
S. C
Coffee
Massa
Comanche terror follows US troop withdrawal in Texas
A letter from Laredo Webb County Texas reports that since troop withdrawal the Comanche have become a terror to local inhabitants.
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Baz
Laredo
Webb County
Texas
United States
New Tarr Bill Passes House With Tariff Revisions
The bill amending the tariff passed the House by 26 votes. It increases the free list and fixes wool under fifteen cents and over fifty cents as free, with pricing between those amounts remaining. Advocates say it will cut revenue by reducing imports by four million dollars.
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House
Louisiana Bill Proposes Free Newspapers For Families
A bill in the Louisiana Legislature would provide every family with a $3 newspaper paid by the state. If passed, the program would fund distribution statewide and set a fixed per family cost.
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Erie Papers
Brown’s Hotel
American
Dispatch
Wm. F. Packer
Packer
Witte
Black
Robbins
Gilbert
Matteson
Edwards
Simonton
Triplett
Welch
Jos. M. Sterrett
Parthaaoks
Mr. Scofield
America
Minnesota
Oregon
Union
Pacific
Mayveester
Capitol
Montpelier
Gar
Garrick
Louisiana
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