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Newspaper

Weekly Times

Location

Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1859

Page

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Congress for Arbitration Quietly Planned Amid War Tensions

The Republican Central Committee directed attention to forming a delegate body for a ratio to canvass and appoint delegates. News from the Canada steamer says major European powers agree to a Congress for arbitration of Austria and France, likely at Baden on May 1. Five ministers to attend. Piedmont to be represented without voting. Despite talks, Austria and France keep troops and ordnance production, hinting at potential clashes. Neither England, Russia, nor Prussia seeks disturbance of peace, yet trust remains low and preparations continue.

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Balance of power shifts in next House as Anti-Lecompton Democrats loom

The lower house stands 237 members with 158 elected for the next term. Republicans hold 110, Buchanan Democrats 35, Anti-Lecompton Democrats 13. Several states remain to vote, including Alabama Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Minnesota Mississippi North Carolina Rhode Island Tennessee Texas Virginia and Oregon. The Anti-Lecompton Democrats likely wield decisive influence, able to back a strong opposition slate or demand fair hearings for contested seats.

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Editorial on school Bible reading case stirs Dubuque debate

The lettered critique argues for candor in a dispute over Massachusetts Bible readings in public schools. It recounts a Boston case where a pupil refused to recite the Ten Commandments, leading to punishment by a teacher. The court found the discipline not overly severe, blaming church and school authorities for broader failings and urging moderation and adherence to rules. Mexico recognition and American views on the Juanes Liberal government are noted, along with fruit crop opinions from Indiana growers.

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Senator Joxas and the Bogota Mission Controversy

A political notice from the Council Bluth Bugle defends Senator Joxas against insinuations he planned the Bogota Mission for Governor of Town. It argues he does not seek the governorship, supports Augustus C. Dodge, and may aid the Democratic cause despite not being present for the next state canvass. Republicans urged to wait for Bogota's guidance.

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The Old Soldier's Bill Not Yet Law

Pension Commissioner Wartis a clarifies that the War of 1812 and Indian Wars pension bill did not become law, despite belief. The piece cites 1832 Revolutionary War pensions, projecting large future costs and contrasting with current totals, plus notes on Pike's Peak emigration thefts and New York voter registration law passage.

Geo. C. Wartisa

Pennsylvania Democrats Split Over Slavery Issue Convention

A Harrisburg convention of anti Locompton Democrats denounces Administration policies and pledges to uphold popular sovereignty in the territories. The split foreshadows a party realignment as Northern voters face choices between Congressional sovereignty and federalist slavery positions. Connecticut election results show Republican gains and potential House control shift. A Philadelphia paper exposes alleged misuse of public funds to buy a newspaper, amid broader political rancor.

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