The Union, Sovereignty, and State Rights Reexamined
A lengthy discussion argues that Congress and the Executive share powers in emergencies, affirming the Constitution allows suspending habeas corpus only for rebellion or invasion. It warns against state sovereignty claims that threaten the Union and stresses the need for decisive federal action to preserve national liberty with substantial manpower and funding.
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Harness Corpis
Congress
United States
the Treasury, War and Navy
Executive Department
Texas
United Colonies
Union
Wade
Lowe
Debates on Union and Secession in Civil War Era
A speaker argues that secession violates the Constitution and threatens national debt, warning that leaving states would abandon debts and creditors. He contends government powers rest with the whole nation, praises Union governance, and notes soldiers’ loyalty amid a crisis.
Lincoln's 1861 Inaugural Message on Peace and Constitution
The speech advocates peaceful succession resolution through elections, warns that those who win by vote should not fear war, and asserts the government will be guided by the Constitution. Lincoln expresses regret at using war power to defend the Union and calls loyal citizens to support constitutional restoration. Washington, July 4, 1861.
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Geo Ees
Atch
Peage
Naither
United States
Abraham Lincoln
Washington
Great Day's Work in Congress
Special Dispatch to the Chicago Tribune from Washington on July 10, 1861 reports Senate progress with Nesmith pushing a military bill amendment to draft generals from the regular army while Kennedy and Polk attack the war policy. The House passed Waushburne's port closure and revenue by force, barred commerce with rebel states, and approved a 250 million loan for one year of war expenditures with minimal opposition. Vallandigham’s long attack and the Republican majority response are noted amid exuberant sentiment and expectations of lawmakers returning home next week.
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Chicago Tribune
Washington
Senate
Nesmith
Oregon
Kennedy
Polk
House
Waushburne
Pendleton
Yallandigham
Ohio
Robinson
Hhinoi
Voorhees
Indiana
Ben Wood
New York
Mallory
Kentucky
Wallundigham
Vallandigham
Maryland
A Short Shrift for Col. Taylor
A July 9 dispatch from Wasuketon reports Col. Taylor under a flag of truce. His mission failed to reach Davis or Beauregard, and he was sent back to the Confederate lines without achieving his aim.
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Wasuketon
Col. Taylor
Davis
Taylor
Gen. McDowell
Beauregard
FR13A July 28 1881 item notes pastors
Fragmentary OCR mentions pastors and names RAND and Ty Rank with unclear context. Readable bits show dated reference to July 28 1881. No clear event, venue, or outcome established from available text.
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Es Ty Rank
Rand
President Lincoln's Message Praises War Resolve
The article lauds Lincoln's message as simple and forthright, noting its grasp of grave events and its promise that the war will be short, sharp, and decisive. It emphasizes the oath to uphold the Constitution, citizen patriotism, and the need to keep the government steady while traitors and rebels are deterred.
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Lincoln
Republic
Democrats expose falsehoods in Milwaukee paper critique
The text attacks the Milwaukee paper and its editorials, labeling claims about a German Democrat led company false and detailing alleged misinformation about officer defection. It cites state bond criticisms, governor appointments, and a Racine camp vote favoring Democrats over Republicans with multiple named figures and offices named.
Wisconsin editor blasts partisan voting and urges Potter stay
A Wisconsin piece argues treason is not rooted out and urges Congress member John F. Potter to remain in his seat, praising his value in Congress over military service. It notes Governor Randall's officers on leave, Virginia’s disintegration and the rise of a free western state, and praises Grover & Baker sewing machines.
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API
Great Paina
Canko
Wisconsin
John F. Potter
Congress
Con. Coon
Gov. Randall
8. B. Coon
Adjutant Hunter
Virginia
Wheeling
John &. Carlisle
Harrizon County
United States
R. M. T. Hunter
Waiteman
Wesley
Monongalia County
Local notes and odd items from Walworth district
Walworth items report strawberry gathering near a prairie border and a four-person party picking abundant fruit. A gang of four described as masters Wallace, Leonard, Almarin, Henry, George rides off with a wagon and horses, wrecking the vehicle. Lima Center holds a pole raising with American flag ceremony, band martial music, and speeches. Kansas news from Lawrence era soldier business and renewed Adam and Eve paintings exhibition near the Post Office.
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Mile Square
Wallace
Leonard
Almarin
Henry
George
Elkhorn
Jeff
Davis
Posu Ratsino
Lima Center
A. Chaney
Rov
van Voorhees
James B. Coakley
Mr. Ligon
Johnstown
A. Cheney
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