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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1857
Page
2
The Warren Mail denounces Democratic support for Walker over Kansas voting irregularities. It cites Marysville and Kickapoo as evidence of illegal votes, questions Democratic claims, and argues Walker acted out of duty. The piece contrasts Democratic and Republican loyalties, decries deception, and frames Kansas as a test of Free Kansas versus slavery.
Returns from 146 towns in Massachusetts give Banks 38810, Gardner 26839, Beach 20783, with Banks ahead by about 20000 and both branches of the Legislature leaning Republican. New York partial returns show Democratic lead in New York City and county ticket gains for Democrats. A 20 pound cabbage from Dr Danforth is noted as a humorous aside.
The next Warren Sociable gathering will be held at the residence of P. Johnson, Esq., on Friday evening, November 13th, inviting members to attend the social event.
From Heron Kansas October 18 1857 Gov Walker’s proclamation arrives and frees Kansas from pro slavery schemes. Provisions and precinct manipulation failed as 18000 arms stood ready. Free State forces, led by Walker and Stanton, determined to redeem the territory and establish Topeka government. H H Moore signs.
The article argues the Kansas Slave Constitution plan from the illegal Topeka Convention faces rejection. It notes the Southern press predicts the regular Constitutional Convention may submit a direct-to-Congress state charter without ratification by voters. It warns Congress will confront rival constitutions and Kansas policy in the upcoming session.
Local notice announces that J D Summerton Esq has moved his justice office to the room directly behind the firm. The new space offers a larger room and better political proximity, improving access to justice for clients.
£2 Smith and Messner advertise a new supply of shoes boots rubbers and winter wear added to their usual stock. They keep stock on hand or make to order on short notice for customers seeking reliable cold weather footwear.
Latest returns show Ramsey, the Republican, winning Minnesota’s governor race by about seven hundred votes. The report notes the impact of illegal labor efforts by the Democracy and implies limited success from those aims.
The Ledger reports its office relocation to James Hall on the third story a few doors from the Carver House. The paper notes a large room suitable for work, adds that dancing will likely cease but piping music continues in the new venue.
A list shows Free States that shifted to the Republican column in 1857 including Ohio Iowa Maine Vermont Minnesota Connecticut Rhode Island New Hampshire and notes Pennsylvania among Democratic Free States. The fragment emphasizes party realignment across multiple states with emphasis on geography and party labels.
The Lawrence Republican reports a madamus by Judge Cato demanding the Governor and Secretary Stanton issue Certificates of Election to pro slavery candidates in the district. The Constitutional Convention met with no quorum and denounced Governor Walker and Stanton over Oxford returns. Sheriff Jones drew his bowie knife on Stanton after being refused a certificate, with Stanton armed for protection. The piece criticizes a Washington-appointed judge and Oxford frauds, claiming Buchanan will not remove him.
Lieut Mowrey appeals to Congress to organize the Mesilla Valley and Rio Grande region as a distinct Arizona Territory. With 8000 inhabitants, silver mines, and growing settlements, the area lacks courts and laws, suffers abuses against Mexican residents, and could not become a state while under Mexican influence. Local emigration from the South is noted amid a petition by inhabitants for separation from New Mexico.
The article recounts a 1834 to 1857 economic cycle with imports, protection, and currency shifts, arguing for protectionist tariffs now to avert a looming revulsion. It includes quotes attributed to James Buchanan on slavery in the territories, notices on railroad arrivals and schedules, and a Minnesota merchants appeal for extended credit. It also compares Pennsylvania election results to the prior presidential vote, noting declines in Democratic and American party support and a smaller Republican gain.
An 1837 Barrinore scene reports citizens urging Governor to withdraw a proclamation as militia tensions rise. A town meeting is planned while the Mayor warns against inflaming the public mind. Rumors of arms arrive but prove unfounded. In Baltimore, November 1, 1857, Gov. Ligon withdraws the proclamation after negotiations, confirming peace for suffrage, with crowds awaiting results.
News from Mexico notes renewed rumors of President Comonfort's retirement while the Vera Cruz railway chief plans a U S corps. Alvarez’s victory confirmed. eighty bandits captured at Tepec to be shot. Texas reports Major McCullough denies Nicaraguan ties. Galveston Bank run eases, specie redeems notes. Brazoria sugar 1500–2500 hogsheads. cotton prospects strong. Isabel brings mails from St Thomas but rode out a 37 hour gale. Mary C Turbell sighted, Cornelia from New York to Havana.
Fragmentary report describes directives given to Governor Walker ahead of a Kansas election. Text references administration orders, potential removals, and alleged purge actions tied to the poll. Names and specifics are unclear due to garbled OCR.
The Press editor Forney argues thatDemocrats must unite, as the Straights are weak and will be absorbed. The Harrisburg Telegraph notes the Bank of Pennsylvania faces liabilities near two million with assets around one and a quarter million, suggesting liquidation and minimal shareholder value.
Curcago reports James O Brayman was yesterday sentenced to four years hard labor in the penitentiary for stealing letters from the city Post Office.
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