War Begins in Amerika Dispatches Rally North to crush Treason
Washington dispatches claim the steamer Star of the West was fired on by insurgents from Morress Island as it carried a relief mission to Major Anderson. Reports say Charleston may be bombarded and traitors punished, with up to a million loyal men willing to march within thirty days to end the rebellion.
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Legislature Opens with Officers Named and Speaker Race Seen Tight
The Legislature began at noon on Wednesday organizing officers for both chambers. John H. Warren and J. A. Hadley were chosen Senate officers, Amasa Cobb as Speaker, L. H. Durane as Clerk. A sergeant at arms was not elected yet. Republican caucus nominated C. M. Beebe for sergeant at arms. Predictions on the Senator race vary with factions backing Washburne and others, while Speaker choice appears a near draw among leading candidates.
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Senator Doolittle’s Speech on Ariaums Slavery Legalization
The piece previews Senator Doolittle’s forthcoming speech supporting the resolution to legalize slavery in the Territory of Ariaums. It notes Republican opposition aimed to embarrass him but says he endured and impressed. The report promises the full speech next week and offers space for readers’ perusal.
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Seward and Lincoln Cabinet Appointment Rumor
Rumors circulate that Lincoln tendered the appointment of Bes. of State to Seward and that Seward accepted. The piece expresses trust in the Administration headed by Lincoln and the Cabinet, reflecting public hope amid ongoing losses.
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Military despotism and the peril to the republic
The article discusses rumors of a southern military movement to prevent Lincoln’s inauguration, arguing such force would reverse civil authority, enlarge military power, and threaten constitutional prerogatives. It warns of dangerous outcomes if civil power is subordinate to the military and urges vigilance to protect freedoms amid national peril.
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Cabinet reshuffle proposals for Lincoln era suggests Fremont for War
The New York Tribune lists a cabinet including Seward Chase Cameron and Bates with Cameron proposed to be replaced by John C. Fremont as Secretary of War. It also suggests Henry C. Carey of Philadelphia as Secretary of the Treasury, arguing his financial expertise and nonpolitical stance.
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Seccession Tensions Across the Nation Reach a Crisis
The piece notes rising secession fever and predicts a decisive move within days. Reports say a 250 man government steamer left for Charleston to reinforce Fort Sumter, prompting fears of casus belli. The editorial weighs consequences and urges patience while warning that reconciliation hinges on Southern actions.
Washington Dispatches Signal Resignations In Cabinet Shakeup
January reports state Secretary Thompson of the Interior resigned over authorized troop movements to reinforce Major Anderson. Judge Campbell likely to resign after Alabama declares out of Union. Cabinet debates on arrests of Toombs and Wigfall. Also notes Dix offered Cabinet post and shifting plans for Capitol seizure.
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More Troops to go South
Theatgamship Joseph Whitney of the Savannah ling chartered by the Government to convey troops and munitions from thie part to Tortugas Florida. Dispatches from every whare state hundreds of guis fred in commemoration of Sen Jackson and Major Anderson. U.S. Senator Edgar O Cowan resigns Pennsylvania seat. Trumbu11 reelected. Wea pon Prison City Item file notes neutral Republican leanings. Booth moved from Custom House to Milwaukee Jail.
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Washington dispatches on cabinet resignations and Sumter crisis
Washington reports Judge Campbell likely to resign as secession intensifies and Secretary Thompson and Thompson resignations loom. Adams and Co. export claims denied. Charleston letters to Buchanan discussed in secret sessions. Rumors of Star of the West attack and Fort Sumter recruit debates rise as tensions mount.
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Charleston tension and Southern arms trade fears in early crisis
Reports describe de facto Confederate moves as certificates granted to outgoing Hunt nation vessels. Southern agents flood in seeking arms while the government withholds sale. Washington notes distrust, with families fleeing Gay and leaders losing power. Anderson of Cincinnati visits Charleston. Major’s position remains secure and provisioned. Holt handles wartime matters at Scott's office amid leaked information concerns.
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Governor Hicks on the Crisis and Maryland's Stance
Governor Hicks expounds in a lengthy address to Maryland citizens arguing against convening the Legislature. He contends secession would trigger civil war, defends Union preservation, criticizes Northern demagogues, and urges Maryland to resist coercion while warning of planned legislative actions supporting secession.
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Lincoln party bile and threats to Missouri traitors
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