Arrival of the Steamship Niagara and War News in Hungary
The report notes the arrival of the steamship Niagara and ongoing war updates from Hungary. It mentions Rome not yet taken, bombardment of Rome, and shifting Austrian and German military positions. It also references the Dutch victory near Madagascar? No, it covers European theaters including Rome, Hungary, and Prussia with various troop movements and capitulation talk.
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Hungary
Rome
Ati
Roweear Y
Garibates
Kone
Tan Sant
Pane
Capiais
Kathe
Bre- Land
Archbshop
Hens
Great Fire in Alleghany City Pa Riot Among 11 Firemen
A tremendous fire swept Alleghany City Pennsylvania with about 30 houses burned. Firemen from Alleghany refused to aid Pittsburgh units, fire raged two hours, destroying Dr Swift's church and Johnson Watson marble works among others. Mayor ordered patrols after threats to burn the jail. Reward offered for those who interfered. Council may reorganize the fire department. Also reports a Mead Chunk blaze destroying upwards of 80 dwellings and the court house.
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Curcaco
Alleghany City
Jr. Swift
Alleghany
Pittsburgh
Latrie
Jrilys
Peraine
Meaunchunk
Court House
Ja. Love
Whig Convention Call Aimed At September Madison Meeting
The State Central Committee urges Whigs to attend the Madison convention on the thirteenth day of September to nominate state officers for the November election. The piece argues past Whig gains, warns against Democ racy, praises Gen. Taveon as a Western ally, and calls for unity to elect a strong ticket and support the Administration on commerce and navigation.
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Madison
State Central Committee
Wisconsin
Taveon
Virginia
West
Congress
Guz
Union Convention Split Over Wisconsin Coalition Plans
At the Madison Union Legislative Caucus the Sept 12 date for a Union Convention to nominate state officers is questioned as Free Soil and Hunker factions clash. A new Waukesha olive branch proposes moving the Union State Convention to Sept 7, while Free Soil urges a Sept 12 gathering. Opposing papers cite entangling alliances as states weigh adherence to original goals.
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Madison Union Legislative Caucus
Free Soil
Hunker State Committee
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Hunkers
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Sha
Aso
Free Soilera
Free Sail Committee
Waukesha
Free Soilers
Hunker
Democaic
State Committee
Milwaukee
Wisconsin Homestead Exemption repeal fuels reform stance
The Watertown Chronicle argues that hard times in Wisconsin stem from the Homestead Exemption Act and its repeal of the Usury Law. It warns of rapid repeal at the next session, notes cholera threats to public health, criticizes city leadership, and highlights local murders and deaths, including cholera cases and river boat notes.
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Watertown Chronicle
Wisconsin
Chronicle
Gray
Ricar
The Crops and a Political Letter to Whigs
The crop outlook is bleak with wheat failing and corn way behind, drought and heat ruining yields while oats and potatoes suffer. A letter from Secretary Menefee commends Whig principles and unity for national prosperity amid varied regional hardships. The Grand Lodge of Wisconsin holds elections and appoints officers, with local figures named. notices discuss the Dodge union, cholera advice, and currency payments to mixed-blood communities amid public scrutiny.
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Menepia
Philadelphia
The Lowell Riot Detailed Account from Watertown Chronicle
Corresp from Lowell recalls the July disturbance involving Irish emigrants and local workers. The account names William Kidney and E C Thayer, describes a riot through town and clashes with police, notes injuries, and defends William Sidney and others while asserting a civil outcome and kind treatment. Also mentions Ohio wheat crop with rust smut and weevil complaints.
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Watertown Chronicle
Lownes
Mn. Wannky
William Kidney
Lowell
Hay
E. C. Thayer
H.finney
Polgee
Dr. Earl
William Sidney
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