Political attack on Republicans over Harpers Ferry violence
A partisan piece questions Republican responsibility for the Harpers Ferry outbreak and criticizes Democratic papers. It cites letters from insurgents, cross examinations of Brown allies, and alleged partisan bias in federal actions in Kansas versus Virginia, urging vigilance before November elections.
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Perdon
U. S
Gexsitr
Smire
Brown
Kansas
Masox
Faulkurr
Vaidtaspionam
Bricas
Lieut
Krxwasr
Brows
Stzrness
Republican ‘Party
Gippivas
Genebr
Sura
United’ States
Republican Party
Virginia
Free States
Senate
Republican’ Party
Harpee’s Ferry
New York Herald
Harper's Ferry action by Federal forces described
Readers note rapid Federal response at Harper's Ferry with artillery from Old Point Comfort and Marines from Washington barracks. President Buchanan ordered troops as Lieut Sivasv Col Hasan and the U S marshal and U S attorney of the district joined the effort amid a chaotic outbreak led by a deranged mob.
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Harper's Ferry
Buchanan
Old Point Comfort
U. S
Washington Barracks
Lieut
Sivasv
Col. Hasan
Preservation Document on 1859 Elections and National Debates
A preservation excerpt discusses the 1859 state elections and a forthcoming Presidential contest. It outlines Democratic attacks on the National Republican Party over Massachusetts and South Carolina constitutional amendments affecting naturalized citizens and electors. The piece cites Oscar Sterizsson’s inquiry to South Carolina officials and presents a copied document from Palmetto State authorities.
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Minnesota
Iewa i
Republican ‘Party
Massachusetts
Commonwealth
Dovex, Coxy, . & Co
Kinkwoon
South Carolina
Oscar Sterizsson
St. Paul
Minnesot
Palmetto State
Preservation Amidst a National Proscription Debate
A fragment urges preserving documents for the Presidential canvass of next year as political factions in Massachusetts and South Carolina clash. Mentions Governor Dopax Judge Cots Rev Henry Ciar Dean and a national proscription, warning feverish reaction and the role of pills as a metaphorical remedy.
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Cate
Dopax
Cots
Henry Ciar Dean
Diplomat Jones Declines Mission Then Accepts Post
Hon Georg W Jones, former U S Senator, presented credentials as U S Minister to New Grenada after an initial reluctance. The New York Tribune mocked his speech while acknowledging his diplomatic abilities and noting Iowa concern over criticism abroad.
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Georgs W. Jones
U.S
New Grenada
Grenada
United States
New
The
New York Tribune
Jones
J. W. Jone
Remmon
Jonas
Iowa
Epte
Wisconsin German voters and party loyalties in 19th century politics
The article analyzes German voters in Wisconsin and their shifting loyalties between the Republican and Democratic parties after a gubernatorial nomination contest. It references party tactics, Know Nothing sentiment, and a Milwaukee speech highlighting ethnic factors in political alignment. The piece notes cross-state influence in Minnesota and the role of German-Americans in shaping outcomes.
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Wisconsin
Milwaukee
Bnd
Laat
Wien
The Slave Yacht Wanderer Case and Slavery Trade
A controversial report recalls the Wanderer slaver voyage from Savannah and alleged plans for a new African cargo. It contrasts enforcement of slave trade laws with Harper’s Ferry actions, accusing Lawton and others of complicity while noting the lack of recidivism among pirates and a harsh penalty for Brown’s conspirators.
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Georgia
United States
Savannah
Mr. Lawn
Boston
Wanderer
U.S. 8
Bostrom
Lawaz
Lawton
Laman
Harper's Ferry
Brown
Baewa Himelf
Deveras
Afton
Fragmented Note on Local Habits and Phrases
A garbled OCR fragment comments on spending, strength, and practice of a quirky poetic style. It mentions lavish money usage and repeated hocus poetry, noting a shift in desire or wisdom. Specific names, places, dates, or clear events are not present in the readable text.
Discrepant Confederate Leader Delivers Brazen Slavery Shifts
In a blistering critique, a newspaper denounces a Statesman for rapid party position changes on slavery. The letter oscillates between arguing slavery is in the Territories by Constitution and that Territorial self-government grants broad rights, then claims local acts later. The piece blasts contradictions as irreconcilable.
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Dovatas
Bracy
United States
Great Eastern Ship Hourly Record of Speed and Power
The Times report condenses the ship Great Eastern's Atlantic trial facts. Maximum speed 144 knots, 17 statute miles an hour. draft 22 feet 3 inches forward and 26 aft. Engine crew 376 total. canvas 4600 yards, 2500 used, estimated speed boost one knot under sail. Fuel about 160 tons daily. paddle engines unmeasured. Rolling 6 feet, weather smooth, no saloon noise. total power about 4800 HP. Projected American voyage projected for November first.
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Times
Democratic meddling in Dubuque postmaster bid sparks cries
Fragments from a 19th century Dubuque column discuss Democratic efforts to appoint a defeated candidate as postmaster, suggest sending Douglas County conventions as leverage, and question the logic of senatorial nominations and local party betrayals. The text also notes Republican materials and local editor changes, with editorials recalling past campaigns.
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Sarishmp
Dubuque County
H. H. Hears
Democratic Party
Dubuque
Dirc
Fleet Street
England
Douglas
Dovglas
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