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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1856
Page
2
The piece condemns the Democratic Party and the Pierce administration for pro slavery policies and state actions in Kansas. It argues that many Democrats now defend the administration, blurring party lines, while listing alleged crimes and warnings about future loyalties and elections.
The Ledger proclaims the Harrisburg Convention Democracy’s platform as the true democratic principles. It asserts Kansas bill allows territorial inhabitants to choose slavery, the North holds the advantage, Northern emigration to Kansas will outpace the South, and tens of thousands from the North and West will settle in Kansas before the October election.
Notices explain publishing charges per application and payment terms. A Tanner letter announces absence and directs contact to Scofield & Brown for business. The Warren mail notes a Digression about Ellen and faith, plus Herbert bail and a Dan Rice Circus accident injuring several, including Judge Connolly’s daughter.
A fragment argues that a wife shapes a man’s fortune more than external wealth or status. It contrasts strong home life with bad domestic influence, urging both young men and women to seek or provide a godly, steady, cheerful marriage to sustain ambition and resolve.
The Warren Mail argues Warren is entitled to a resident judge, citing unfinished business and population size. The Crawford Democrat and local bar discourse contrast residency, impartiality, and local ties, suggesting Warren’s claims are strong when considering impartial justice and suitability for the bench.
The Clarion Banner calls for union tickets in Congressional, Senatorial, and Legislative districts to defeat the Pierce administration. It urges conferees and conventions for speedy action and criticizes prior candidates while insisting on a North-fident, anti Nebraska stance. The Pennsylvania Farm Journal May issue is announced for readers.
The New Orleans Bulletin argues slavery dominates party divisions and passions in the 1850s campaign. It cites delegates to the presidential and state conventions, court extension legislation, railroad land grants, a Philadelphia clothing firm, a townhouse fire, a new novel by Caroline Lee Hentz, and a Albany cradle mix up, all as context clues to the era’s tensions.
Reports from Wasuivetoy and Wasuinetox claim authorities plan to notify the Senate today that Walker's Government will be recognized. In Kansas Sheriff Jones is rumored to have been shot by a woman. The ship Star of the West brought Gov. Robinson and his family from Kansas to St. Louis after a Lexington crowd pressed to detain him amid treason indictments. The committee, led by Gen. Shields, arranged Mr. Robinson’s stay and promised to cover detention expenses if no indictment exists.
In Boston yesterday afternoon a prize fight occurred near Medford between Ned Price of London and Colbert of New York. The bout lasted 155 rounds over 34 hours for $300 before friends intervened to prevent further brutal fighting as both men were blinded and savagely mauled risking fatal harm.
The N Y Tribune reports Gov. Reeder facing a contempt writ while testifying for the Kansas inquiry at Tawnenee. A Deputy Marshal seeks to arrest him as dragoons may accompany to Lecompton to force testimony. Judge Lecompte indicts free state officers for treason as armed forces move toward Lecompton to destroy testimony.
The morning melee at Willard's Hotel dining hall ends with Herbert a California congressman firing a pistol from amid a brawl between him and hotel servants. He and several others are examined as witnesses describe chairs and plates thrown, multiple injuries, and a fatal wound to a waiter. Witnesses note opposition from servants and patrons, with police and officials present.
In Philadelphia on May 7 observers note strong Republican backing for free state policy in Kansas and broader federal limits on slavery. Democrats are reluctant to challenge Republican declarations and internal voices hint at anti Moore votes. Voters’ choice signals high partisan intensity across Pennsylvania as sovereignty and slavery limits dominate debate.
In Washington on May 8 Mr. Giddings collapsed while speaking on the Deficiency bill and denouncing a $26,000 appropriation for the Ohio Marshal Robison. He revived after aid from colleagues and the House postponed further business.
The June issue of Godey’s Lady’s Book is announced ahead of rivals with its usual anticipation, signaling another year of fashion, literature, and domestic guidance for readers.
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