Compromise Debate Highlights Slave Property Statistics
A Wisconsin newspaper essay argues against compromising on slavery by presenting 1850 census figures. It claims 2 million slaveholders and 7.7 million nonowners across the United States would be harmed by concessions while asserting slaveholders seek new western lands and a revived slave trade. It cites Montgomery dispatches on secession efforts and notes local legislative items on canal claims and a Whitewater city charter renewal.
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National politics and weather events headline
The Baltimore Patriot reports a caucus among 40 to 50 Congress members led by Potter and Washburn, vowing no compromise on the Lincoln platform. Lincoln is elected president in a formal ceremony in Columbus as dispatches describe a broad political battle and a severe Hudson River flood devastates New York City.
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F. Potter
C. ©. Washburn
Durkee
Doolittle
Hell
Broadway
Fragmented News Roundup From The Charleston Mercury
Fort Taylor proves too strong for southern secessionists while South Carolina repudiates debts to non slavers. Reports note calm talks with France, Kansas printer Conway, a 1812 veteran’s suicide in Mississippi, a Racine German killed by a falling load of ties, and no hope for Provence Nightingale. Ohio divorces and remarries, Mississippi tax hikes, St Petersburg as world’s unhealthiest capital, Baraboo cold snap, and reconciliation talks for Mr and Mrs Burch. Senator Tate shames Clingman in debate. Benjamin’s testimony harms Floyd over four million in bond acceptances. Yale theft scandal links to a Benjamin of Louisiana.
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Clingman
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God
A Characteristic Defence of Carl Schurz Faces Anonymous Attack
A Madison correspondent rebuts an anonymous editorials attack on Carl Schurz. The piece argues the accuser misquotes Schurz, claiming his condemnation of a constitutional dodge was misrepresented as endorsement. It accuses the anonymous writer of biased partisan misrepresentation aimed at Republicans.
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Artla
Attempt to Murder Family by Infernal Machine
A diabolical attempt to destroy Augustus Howeller’s family in Lawrenceville occurred Saturday night. An infernal machine on the window sill exploded shattering the front of the building and firing a fuse. bullets struck the room but the family miraculously escaped harm. No clue exists to the assailant.
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Thoughts on crinoline and modern manners in a 19th-century ledger
A long, satirical excerpt critiques crinoline fashion and the shift in Victorian etiquette. It mocks male vanity and polite conversation while imagining the era’s magazine tone as a comic clash of genders and social norms. The author cites Eve, Adam, and Abe Lincoln in a playful, cautionary nota bene.
The Government Loan Authorized by House Bill
The bill passed by the House authorizes a government loan up to 26 million dollars to support July liabilities or redeem outstanding notes. Stock will be issued at up to six percent interest with 10 to 20 year repayment. Minimum stock is one thousand dollars and coupons may be attached and transferred with the certificate. The Fifth is pledged for interest and principal.
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Secessionists seek dissolving Union to end runaway slave returns
The text records secessionists arguing that escaped slaves to the North are not returned. Their proposed remedy is to dissolve the Union so none are returned. They claim Northern men tempt slaves to flee and propose widening escape routes at the border to convert slave states into free states. They charge abolitionists with plans to strike at slavery, while admitting a worse self-inflicted blow within a generation.
Justice to Mr Seward in Springfield remarks
The piece notes Republican criticism of Mr Seward while praising his conciliatory Senate speech. It states there is no sign of surrender of principles and predicts a gradual process to heal secession fever through a constitutional convention. It also mentions A. Bilis, Esq. accepting a Green Bay citizen call to run for Judge of the Lotw Circuit.
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Lincoln Speech at Indianapolis Addresses Union Policy
The speech defends Lincoln's stance on the Chicago Platform and refuses concessions to secession. He defines coercion and invasion, questions state sovereignty, and argues federal authority to protect Union forts and duties, urging Indiana listeners to understand the issue and remain loyal to the republic.
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Difference Between a Politician and an Honest Man
A Washington correspondent urges Lincoln to abandon party platforms as mere devices to catch votes. The piece argues Lincoln is faithful to the Chicago platform and its republican principles, and thus a true statesman and honest man who will uphold them for the country’s safety and prosperity.
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Clay stands firm on Constitution and laws in Washington
The Tribune reports Cassius M. Clay opposes concessions to the South and insists on upholding the Constitution and enforcing the laws. He argues the Union will take care of itself and warns against yielding to Border States. The Mobile Advertiser notes Springfield muskets shipped south from northern arsenals, aiding Southern arms. Judge Harris, the new New York senator, is described as fifty nine years old.
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Recall of Lord Napier and British stance on slavery
In a reminiscence the writer cites a December 10 1858 London letter endorsing Napier as sympathetic to slavery and the Lecompton Constitution, arguing the recall aimed to curb Southern influence. It links Napier’s stance to broader disunion plots and notes British officials denying Mason’s claims of policy shifts.
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Seven Persons Drowned In Mercer County Stream
A sleigh crossing failed and seven people perished in Mercer county. The group included Minty, Mrs. Mary Hayes and two children, Mrs. Elizabeth Hodson and two children, Mr. Bargo and two children. Minty rescued one child. Mrs Mudson held the other for an hour and a half before rescue. she and the child survived while the mother died. A note on Tom Sayers misprint in Halifaux list also appears.
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