Democratic critique of Keystone tariff laws and party control
The author criticizes Democratic support for repeal of the Small Note Law and for tariff changes while accusing the Keystone organ of whipping independents to serve party interests. It argues lawmakers should repeal harmful laws, cites Mr. James as example, and condemns Harrisburg party discipline as despotism. It also mentions Towle and Towle Couse as local references.
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House
U. S
Democratic Party
Harrisburg
James
Ledger
Keystone
Pennsylvania
Russia
Towle
Towle & Couse
Noel
Buchanan and Cass Clash Over Slavery Ties in Pennsylvania
In a heated State race, Buchanan secures a nomination lead while Cass support swells for a coalition. The piece argues Northern contempt for Buchanan’s pro slavery stance and contrasts Calhoun’s belief with Buchanan’s perceived self interest and ambition, warning of a dangerous presidency.
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Old Buch
Cass
Buchanan
South
Addom
Pennsylvania
North
John C. Calhoun
James Buchanan
Kossuth Banquet Sparks European Reactions in Paris
The Paris press condemns Webster’s Washington speech as extraordinary and repugnant to law. European editors urge unity among powers against U S influence, while other items note a new drive to reform church governance and a touching Kossuth tribute scene aboard colonial era accounts.
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Paris
Ma. Warsten
Mr. Webster
Washington
Ine Journal Des Debates
The
Assemblee Nationale
Poem Love across Life’s Tide
The text presents a devotional love poem by A.C. to a beloved spirit. It compares love to a fairy bark guiding through life’s rapid tide and contemplates mortal separation, eternity, and meeting before God. The speaker praises purity, eyes, hair, and a shining phantom form that cannot be earthly.
Fiester to Lecture on Temperance at Court House
Mr J A Fiester will lecture on temperance at the Court House this Thursday evening. The event aims to promote temperance and civic improvement among attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Fiester
Mr. Wetmore Delivers Lecture on Nature’s Constitution
Erie lawyer J. W. Wetmore spoke at Warren Lyceum on Wednesday evening about The Constitution of Nature. The lecture attracted a large audience and was noted for deep thought, clear reasoning, and eloquent expression. It inspired readers to explore the topic further and pursue broader public lectures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Wetmore
Erie
Warren Lyceum
Lecture by T Edwards Esq on Past Present and Future Governments
The Warren Lyceum heard T Edwards deliver a well written and forceful lecture on past present and future governments. The report notes his fine voice and gesture and predicts further development in his chosen profession. Also recalls Brookmire the California emigrant who returned with wealth and insinuations about Scottish ties and Warren residents. The Tar Freponia Creasor, a sterling Whig paper, began its 32nd volume on the 2d instant with a larger press and improved appearance.
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Warren Lyceum
T. Edwards
California
Plains
Brookmire
Warren
Rocky
Montains
Scotland
Sugar Grove
New York
McKinstry & Brother
Four questions a young lady should ask before accepting
A quote suggests practical criteria for courtship: honesty and kindness of heart, ability to support a family, and whether he buys and reads a newspaper. The piece frames these as essential tests for a suitor.
Cucumber Wonder Stirs City Girl in Humorous Tale
A city girl exclaims astonishment at a cucumber, surprised by its existence as she first encounters the vegetable. The line captures quaint rural wit and curiosity in a lighthearted moment.
The Gentlemen in Fine Clothes at Marsh and Wannamee
A humorous critique of men who try to look refined by grooming and dress while urging them to buy a suit at Marsh and Wannamee clothing store. The piece mocks flashy fashion steps and ends by promoting the store’s advertisement.
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Iit
Marsh & Wannamee
Erie and surrounding counties push rail link to Lakes
The Erie region mobilizes funds pledging 200000 from Erie County 300000 from Erie City 100000 from Elk County and 812000 from Clinton with Warren Lycoming and McKean to follow totaling about 1000000 to build the Sunbury and Erie Railroad. The drive urges prompt action to avoid losing trade and urges stock committees to collect quickly. A broader news column notes Empire City arrivals Col Fremont and a cargo of 300000 in specie, plus updates on Franklin search vessels and a Baltimore tragedy, with local editorials on city versus country politics and governance.
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County of
Erie
City of
County of Elk
Clinton
Warren County
Lycoming
McKean
Philadelphia
Lakes
Sunbury
Erie R
Hudson and Erie Railroad
Franklin
Protest Over Delegates Choice At Pennsylvania Democratic Convention
John Scott filed a protest during the Pennsylvania Democratic State Convention claiming a majority action to appoint a delegate committee disenfranchises congressional districts and silences a minority. The protest, signed by 33 delegates, denounces the resolution as a violation of party usage and constituent rights and pledges nonparticipation in district delegate selection.
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Iannispundt
John Scott
Democratic Party
Pennsylvania
Execution of Otto Grunzig in New York Prison Yard
The execution timed between 2 and 3 pm drew about 250 spectators including the sheriff jury clergy press and police. Grunzig proclaimed his innocence before a brief German and English religious service then died by hanging after the rope was cut and the coroner declared death. The body was given to the German Society and the condemned man spent final hours in prayer and writing letters in German.
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Otto Grunzig
Sam
New York
Leander
Verren
Ives
Wood
Mr. Verren
Grunig
Grunzig
Governor Cobb Forces Change on Webster Ticket
Hon. Howell Cobb the Governor of Georgia ordered the Webster paper at Haston to remove his name as Vice President on the Webster ticket. The order has been complied with.
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Howell Cobb
Georgia
Webster Paper
Haston
Webster
Tragedy at Fort Snelling Ends In Fire and Death
In Burlington Iowa reports a brutal Friday attack near Fort Snelling. Wingate, a former Mormon convert, returned to his family with accomplices, killed Mrs Wingate and the youngest son, then set the house ablaze as survivors fled.
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Lovie
Burlington
Iowa
Fort Snetling
Win, Wingate
Pottawatomie Co
Fort Snelling
Wingate
Mre. Wingate
Webster demonstration names Webster for Whig Presidency
New York on March 5 reports a Webster demonstration naming George Griswold president and urging Daniel Webster as a presidential candidate. The essay praises Webster’s constitutional defense and patriotism, and describes steam plow invention by Alexander Watson and a note on burning green wood versus dried wood.
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New York
Grand Webster
George Griswold
Daniel Webster
Friends of the Constitution
Piououinesy Stram
Alexander ‘T’ Watson
Staten Island
N. Y
Sun
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Stringer & Townsend
Hazeltine & Co
Warren, Pa
M. E. Cuurcu
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Kossuth
Ohio State Journal
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Iossuth
Wael
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Phil. Daily News
Sunbury and Erie Railroad
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Mallory
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Plover
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White
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Judge Brooker
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Hungary
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Randolph Sachein
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