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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1856
Page
2
A political rallying cry urging Republicans to persevere for victory in November. The author cites past October-November vote swings, notes gains in previous cycles, and predicts a strong finish with added support from Quaker voters. Citizens urged to duty on November 4 and keep vigilance high.
Pittsfield hosts a large lumber operation owned by A H Ludlow & Co including a new 75 by 60 foot mill on the Broken etraw with iron Union wheel, two edgers, and 400 thousand feet already cut this season. The firm owns 6000 acres nearby and plans rafting logs to Irvine or rail shipment via Sunbury on Erie Railroad. The mill and adjacent store in Pittsfield showcase new buildings and a bee hive motto by industry.
It sits near the river in a fertile region and is described as highly convenient. The text notes energy, skill, and capital could make this a fine acquisition for the village of Pittsfield and a profitable venture for its owners.
A whirl of political vitriol compares rival factions after a Kansas election, boasting of victory while denunciations fly about slavery in Kansas, the press, and party loyalty. The piece cites Col. Cooke and dragoons, free state prisoners, and Geary, urging voters to back Kansas and Fremont.
Le John F. Smith of Jamestown and G W Scofield of Warren plan talks in Sugar Grove next Tuesday evening with Scofield also visiting Columbus on Wednesday. An old pair of spectacles was found near Glade schoolhouse by James Eddy's around election day and is awaiting viewing. Hon F S Edwards is renominated for Congress by Fillmore supporters in Chautauque and Cattaraugus. Republican rival is Hon R E Fenton.
The piece notes the Ledger’s celebratory tone over alleged frauds and Pierce administration actions while bemoaning a narrow 2000 vote edge in a statewide race. It argues the entire party faced a historic rout across Legislature, Congress, district and county contests, dismissing their attempts to crow.
A circular from Venango County Mutual Insurance lists James Bleakly as president Richard Irwin as treasurer and J L Hanna as secretary who plans to take insurance in the county. The company operates two departments farmer and merchant with up to $2000 coverage within eight rods. The Dunkirk fire news reports Risley Block burned at 2 am Sunday with a German emigrant killed at Loebs Hotel. estimated loss $30000 and suspected arson.
The report notes Derickson leads by 32 in Warren County district three thousand two hundred ballots. Democrats were highly active but refrain from claiming Brown’s election as a party triumph. The text shows cautious party tone and no explicit victory claim.
A note from the West end Exchange building announces improvements for securing the shadow and presenting a lifelike face. Nelson Kidder sets up a skylight and other late features to enhance realism and appearance.
Advertisement notes plans to circulate a small pamphlet against Scofield in Mercer Venango and Warren counties with several colporteurs to aid the Democracy. The message urges immediate action and support for the campaign.
The November issue of Godeys Magazine is out with its usual embellishments and miscellany. Subscriptions are $3 per year, with the Mail option available for $3.50.
The notice promotes Graham's Magazine for November as a popular and valuable read priced at $3 a year. It also notes Miss M. C. Shaw returning from New York with a new supply of millinery and invites readers to see her card.
In Clarin County the Canal Commissioner race leads with a 997 vote Democratic majority while Gillis trails by 920. Final tallies show party edge and candidate standings across local counts.
In a regional election update RS Ohio votes swing strongly Republican with a large margin, while Indiana shows a Democratic lead around five thousand votes. The results indicate statewide party shifts and potential implications for upcoming races.
The writer argues that sectional fears over slavery extension are used by opposing parties to destabilize the Union. He contends disunion threats are unfounded, urging readers to recall that the South's position and interests underpin national policy rather than sensationalist partisan schemes.
Letter from an unnamed correspondent condemns Democratic maneuvers to extend slavery via Kansas agitation. It blames Atchison and Dixon, cites violence on the Missouri border, and accuses national leaders of inciting unrest to gain Southern votes. The piece praises the American party stance in Maryland and Virginia and notes Fremont support gains in Maryland and St Louis elections.
The Albany Journal cites three resolutions from the Democratic and Republican platforms regarding slavery in the territories. It notes the Democratic stance against congressional interference with slavery in territories and in the District of Columbia, while the Republican plank supports territorial self-government and calls for prohibiting polygamy and slavery in the territories. The piece frames these as rival visions of free government for Kansas Nebraska and related territories.
New York correspondent protests Southern attacks on Mr. Fillmore. He argues unity between Buchanan and Fillmore may be needed to defeat Fremont, warns against Democratic attacks, and notes Virginia Governor Floyd’s view on uniting to exclude Fremont. Also reports on a Syracuse Buchanan paper praising slavery and lists Maryland Republican electors and district choices.
The piece denounces a vast fraud plan in Philadelphia aimed at swaying the presidential vote. It alleges thousands of illegal votes and fake naturalization papers, with law officers and foremen complicit to thwart legitimate ballots. It warns that without safeguards the ballot box will fail to express public will and threaten constitutional governance.
A poetic line likens the sweet light of fiendship to phosphorous illumination visible in dark surroundings. The metaphor emphasizes companionship's glow amid darkness.
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