Republican County Convention Endorses Peter Golder for County Judge
The Republican County Convention at Elkhorn endorsed incumbent Peter Golder for County Judge by an almost unanimous vote. Golder has held the office about five years with little opposition beyond minor objections. He is expected to be renominated and likely reelected by a similarly strong margin.
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Elkhorn
Peter Golder
Golder
Walworth County
Moses H. Mobley
Chas. E. Uurtice
Moses H. Motley
Water
Uhia Court
Cott
Fikhoen
Whitewater Register
Whitewate Eaid County
Farm Mortgage Bill Becomes Law Despite Uncertainty
The piece laments the Farm Mortgage Bill as now law though no copy was obtained. Authors fear it harms state honor and agriculture while failing to deliver promised relief. They expect to review the law fully in the coming week.
Missouri Senate Elects Waldo H. Johnson to U S Seat
The Missouri Legislature elected Waldo H. Johnson to the U S Senate replacing James S. Green. Johnson is described as a Union man, while Green is said to have been halfway between factions and may shift to the accessionists.
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Missouri
Waldo H. Johnson
U. S
James S. Green
Johnson
Green
Wilmot Elected U S Senator for Pennsylvania
The resignation of Senator Cameron led to the election of David Wilmot of Pennsylvania to the U S Senate. Born January 20, 1814 in Bethany, Wayne County, Wilmot is noted as a national figure and opponent of slavery expansion. He has long held a national reputation and authored the anti slavery proviso while in Congress.
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David Wilmot
U. S
Pennsylvania
Cameron
Ksown
Bethany
Wayne County
Bethany Academy
Aurora
Cayuga County
N. Y
Senate
Eaal
Evacuation of Fort Sumter Sparks Public Debate
Washington reports indicate Fort Sumter will be given up amid debate over the administration's duty and the defense, blaming prior neglect and South Carolina batteries. Major Anderson and his men face a harsh choice as reinforcement proves unlikely and evacuation becomes the grim option.
Appointment Drift Leaves Turmoil in Democratic Ranks
The piece discusses disappointment over a political appointment to Portugal rather than Sardinia, praising Me. Schurz and questioning foreign-born citizens named for missions. It criticizes Democratic allies and mocks Republican Know-Nothing accusations while asking for the name of a distinguished foreign-born citizen appointed by a Democratic administration.
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George P. Marah
Varment
Portugal
Sardinia
Milwaukee News
Appleton Crescend
To. A
Democratic Opinion and Republican Praise in Wisconsin News
The Madison Argus comments on Republican administrations both in state and nation, praising tax relief and sound finances while contrasting with Democratic attacks. It notes favorable views of Senator Doolittle, references Adams and Dayton appointments, and reports on press stereotyping by the New York Tribune, plus legislative apportionment and rail travel figures.
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Madison Argus
Wisconsin
Doouirrie
Green Bay Advocate
Larraboo
Lane
Advocate
Ffty Times
Itsaye
Doolittle
Lis
Mr. Doolittle
Busy political news and new publications from early 1860s
Reports on the rush for army and navy commissions in the Southern embryo government, editorials on Washington politics, and nominations and appointments. Also notes a new weekly at Portage, the State Register, and various civil and legal notices including elections in Connecticut and Rhode Island, plus miscellaneous world and local tidbits.
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Orvicg
York Times
Washington
Jbritels
Navy Commissiona
Portacs
Portage
State Register
Brannan
Population figures of seceded states from 1860 census
Fragmentary note lists population counts for six states in 1860 as part of a Confederate section. The text is garbled and references the Union, the Confederacy, and political ideas about governance and mining interests.
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Confederacy
Destructive Dundee Fire Strikes Town Stores and Homes
A devastating blaze in Dundee New York destroyed multiple stores and residences after starting in an unoccupied barn near John Caton’s hardware store. The total loss reaches about 76000 dollars with many firms and homes burned and authorities discussing incendiary origins and arrests.
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Dundee
N. Y
Evera
John Caton
Bacwarg
Coursa
Hamlin & Martin
Murdock
Sawyer
Thintington
Pierce
Damaty
Howeo
Ellis
Howe
Mul By
Southern Rebellion and Southern Patronage in Hard Times
The Richmond Dispatch notes that employment for Richmond workers hinges on Southern patronage amid dire times. It cites Mount Avery Telfer and Mr. Walker as sources, describes military and port activity around Pensacola, St. Philip, and nearby actions, and mentions a storm and "Stripes" amid local defense.
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Richmond
Avery Telfer
Walker
St. Philip
Pensacola
Wade
Tien
Leu
Free Navigation of the Mississippi and Southern Tariff Letters
The Nashville Banner reports letters from a New Orleans agent warning that Southern Confederacy tariffs will start March 4 1861. Boats from the interior face delays unless manifests are endorsed at Vicksburg and entries prepared, threatening disruption of river commerce and urging readers to consider southern control of the Mississippi as the great highway to the ocean.
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Isiana
United States
Heras Ete
Mto
Itesense
BMI
Nashville Banner
Bia
New Orleans
Southern Confederacy
Vickaburg
Custom House
Express
Consignees
Mississippi
Aone
Withdrawal of Major Anderson’s Command Debated
Washington cabinet deliberates on whether to reoccupy Fort Sumter with Major Anderson’s garrison under President Lincoln. Military experts warn a failed reentry could risk lives, and no decisive plan is adopted, as Lincoln prepares a final ruling with cabinet consensus nearly reached.
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The
Tribune
Wasptsuron
Anderson
Geir
Scott
Tuincol
Sumpter
Charleston Harbor
Coast Guard
Fort Moultrie
Humad Control
Ivisenay
Mr. Lincoln
Cabinet strains and appointments under President’s policy
The Philadelphia Press notes cabinet tensions as President Lincoln controls appointments, avoiding broad purges. Seward and Chase friction fades as Crowded applicants pressure General Cameron for posts while Lincoln pressures unity and conservative policy over patronage.
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Geca-ional
Philadelphia
Wdshie
Funda
Withteka
Seward
Mr. Chase
Greely
Sewnrd
Cameron
Polley
Federaul Effeirs
Inry S2hd and Gaonata Child Died in Tragic Incident
Fragmentary OCR reports a three year old unnamed child and a person named Inry S2hd and Gaonata connected to a tragic incident involving an air or land setting. Authorities investigating possible causes and seeking details.
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Charleston
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Forved
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Appleton
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Shea Pete
Beriah
John
Sherman
Ohio
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James Watson. Webb
N.Y. Courier and Enquirer
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Motley
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Waukesha County
Democrat
J. P. Walker
Connecticut
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Albany Evening Journal
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Chicago
Russia
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House of Lords
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N.C
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Charles A. Eldredge
Fond du Lac
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Kalloch
Tremont Temple Baptist Church
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Leavenworth
Kansas
Laight Street Baptist Church
Flag Committee of
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A. J. Guirot
Treasury
Department
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Binj
N.Y
State Journal
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Lirosse
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Jackson County
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Mide
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Inry
Gaonata
Seria Witt Gs Pace Et Memo
Hali
Hor Montague
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Geo
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Gro
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Charles Branch
J. M. Stead
Wheeler & Wilson's
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Rock County
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Ehmvil
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Whitewater
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Ab P. Banter
le Fidgerton
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Ae Paihia
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Davie Nogale
ACD
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Teket Det
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Hinnan
Reytone
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Msty
Diy
Canalis
Aye
Wieele Hanoglt
Aeanis Biel
Ay Thince
Foion Aveni
Brooklyn
Halfe Tumurance
Pirat
Maing Fatrance Company
Wicinsiy
Oltefly
Mibwaukee
Daggett
A.M. Kerenoso
Milton Howdy
Dhe S Lable Company
Whitewater Anu Vitails
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Baras
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