Evacuation and Aftermath at Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie
Readable reports describe Major Anderson's garrison abandoning Fort Moultrie after spiking guns and evacuating to Fort Sumter. The Charleston scene shows destruction, scattered gun carriages, mined interior, and hastily prepared defences with mines and trains ready for use.
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Resignation Letter of Secretary of War From 1840 Note
The fragment presents Secretary John B. Floyd’s resignation letter dated December 27 1860 arguing that preserving honor requires withdrawing the Charleston harbor garrison to avert civil war. The President accepts the resignation on December 18 1840 and notes Floyd’s request not to burden him with routine duties.
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Missouri Governor Urges Union Support Amid Abolition Debates
Governor Stewart’s message to the Legislature defends the Union and rights of states, denounces secession, and urges measured action to protect equal rights. He outlines state finances, military reform, and bank relief, then details Capua and Garibaldi era notes and regional fortifications in Naples, with vivid descriptions of Capua, Gata, and local climate and landmarks.
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New York Governor’s Message on Union and Slavery
Albany January 2 Gov Morgan urges unity and loyalty amid national crisis. He opposes treason and supports federal authority while seeking reconciliation. Recommends repealing Personal Liberty Law though inoperative and urges Southern rights under the Constitution be recognized and respected by New York.
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Michigan Legislature Opens with Massey as Speaker
Dersort Jan 8 The Michigan Legislature met in Lansing and organized by electing Dexter Massey of Macomb county as speaker. The retiring Governor delivered his address praising state prosperity while avoiding secession issues and accusing President of misrepresenting Republican principles. The speech cites Northern Democratic misreadings and party factional tensions as factors shaping current policy.
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