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Newspaper

Whitewater Register

Location

Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Nov 16, 1860

Page

2

Potter Re-elected in District by Large Majority

The paper notes the reelection of Jno F Potter to Congress with a 2683 vote margin against Arnold. It praises Potter as honest, faithful, and capable, credits efforts by Democratic leaders and speakers, and lauds the district’s public support and prudent principles.

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Secession talk and Southern chivalry in the press

The paper derides secession bluster and argues South Carolina cannot leave the Union. It questions practicalities of exit, trade, and slave recapture, labeling secession a humbug. The piece cites Southern Confederacy reports of rowdy acts against Douglas supporters and notes election tallies in Philadelphia and Cincinnati as Republicans gain ground.

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Wisconsin Legislature Election Report Dives Into Republicans

The piece notes a strong Republican gain in both houses with named legislators like L. H. Cary Wm L Utley K Montgomery and S C Bean cited as able choices. It highlights party faith, promises careful state oversight, and mentions broader political notes from Naples to New Jersey and Maryland.

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Republican Promises and the False Claims Debate

The Milwaukee Press denounces a Republican critique asserting land promises, labor protections, abolition of slavery in territories, and civil rights for Black people as lies. It calls the writer insane and labels Brown as crazy for distributing what it calls barefaced falsehoods.

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Resignations in Washington Departments Stir Public Reaction

A Washington letter writer reports several clerks under Cobb and Thompson have resigned to place their resignations on the 4th of March, implying similar action by the two officials. The piece questions the motive and notes Westward tax vintages will be large with high grape yields and steadily high wine prices.

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The Disunion Flurry and Georgia Convention Debates

Reports from Charleston Columbia and Milledgeville describe a wave of disunion sentiment. Senators Toombs Chestnut resignations spark meetings, resolutions urge lawful action, and Georgia debates delaying the U.S. Senate election while planning a state convention. Delegations, crowds, and tense rhetoric mark the period.

Montoo Sees Rise in Support for Disunion in Alabama

News reports from Nov 10 describe a large crowd in Montoo listening to Mr. Tracy while the state leans toward disunion. Military companies offer aid to the Governor. 30,000 minute men are organized. leading politicians seek an immediate convention. Blue cockades appear in communication of Union sentiment.

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Governor Bowsrn Speech at Auburn November 5

Governor Bowsrn tours the region delivering remarks at Auburn on November 5. He speaks of national growth, compares American and ancient powers, and urges continued support for the republic and its democratic institutions. He notes vast travel across the country and praises the prosperity of the people he has seen.

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Appeal for Kansas Aid to Wards hunger in Kannas

A Kansas relief appeal urges funds and goods for Kannas residents suffering famine and poverty. John Volk leads a relief committee in Walk Township to collect hour, pork, seeds, clothing, and cash totaling about $2000 to aid starving families and seed the next harvest.

Kansas Famine Relief Fund Seeks Milwaukee Contributions

A Milwaukee Chamber of Commerce committee calls for aid for Kingas destitution. Donations of money, provisions, clothing, or materials may be sent to the undersigned, with funds forwarded to the Central Relief Committee of Kansas in Atchison. The note mentions Col. F L W Lanier and actress Miss Davenport amid social chatter on marriages and fortunes.

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