Republican Meeting At Quad House Crowded, Fremont Support Grows
A Republican gathering Thursday drew a large crowd despite short notice and harvest season. William M. Orr spoke authoritatively and J. M. Rogers of Sandusky followed, delivering a vigorous two hour address. Resolutions were adopted, cheers rang for Fremont and Freedom, and county news signaled a rising Fremont tide.
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Republicam
Quint House
Wmn. M. Orr
Eng
J. M. Rogr
Sandusky
House defeats Kansas Free State admission by one vote
A Kansas Free State admission bill failed in the House by one vote aided by Anti-Nebraska Northern members. J Sorr Hanerson is condemned by the author and Barclay of Pennsylvania moved a reconsideration after the Kansas Commission report, leading to a later passage in the House and now awaiting Senate action.
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Kansas
House of Representatives
J. S0orr Hanerson
Seaibor
Barclay
Pennsylvania
Kansas Commission
Yeas
Senate
Fourth of July enthusiasm at Ravenna meeting
Republicans marked Independence Day by recommitting to liberty. A large Ravenna gathering heard Hon O P Brown D K Uartist and George Bradburn. Cartree’s speech was described as terribly affective with plans for further appearances in Wayne County. Attendance reached about 5000, headlined by J M M Bem of Sandusky and D B Tilden of Fal.
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O. P. Brown
K. Uartist
George Bradburn
Cartree
Wayne County
Allons
J. m M. Bem
Sandusky
D. B. Tilden
Samuel Myers
Union Township
Ohio
Edinburgh
Brenemen’s Etwre
John Sumey
Urr. Rans
T&rms
Aaron Myers
Consolidation Forms Pittsbaugh Fort Wayne and Chicago Railroads
The U and Pennsylvania Ohio and Indiana lines and Fort Wayne and Chicago Railroad consolidate into the Pittsbaugh Fort Wayne and Chicago Railroad. Beginning at Pittsburgh and ending at Chicago, it becomes the longest railroad in the United States with a single board of directors and centralized management. The C P Road reports heavy business and aims for continued growth under new officers and agents.
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U. & Pennsylvania
Ohio
Senate Bill On Pacification Of Kansas Sparks Alarm
The Senate passes a measure creating a five member commission to enumerate legal voters who will elect delegates to a convention to draft a constitution. The plan abrogates free speech, free press, and test oaths, but leaves enforcement to border ruffians and administration allies, seen as a dodge to expand slavery and cheat the North.
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Kansas
Congress
Constitution &c
Pennsylvania Legislature 1819 versus Buchanan platform
The article urges Pennsylvanians to compare the 1819 Legislature’s actions to Buchanan’s current platform. It argues that opposing slavery extension was patriotic then, while now it is treated as sectional disunion. It calls readers to align with the old line doctrine.
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Pennsylvania
Emigrant Aid Society's Shifting Tune Noted
The 1850s Democratic papers praised Emigrant Aid Societies for aiding emigration to Kansas. In June 1854 the Ohio State Democrat and Statesman praised the plan and operations, urging practical political action. Later, these same papers adopted a different stance.
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Ohio State Democrat
Maes
Emigrant Aid Society
Ohio Statesman and Democrat
Farmer questions Herbert as delegate at Cincinnati Convention
The Holmes County Farmer reiterates the charge that Herbert of California is a Know Nothing and denies he was a Cincinnati Convention delegate. It lists California delegates, noting Herbert is absent, but asserts evidence in Cincinnati flares shows he sat with and acted as a delegate. The paper reports direct testimony from the Cincinnati Chronicle and Springfield Republic correspondent, claiming the entire party shares guilt.
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Hexpert
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Raselle
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Mase
Republic
Fremont Defends Slavery Record Amid Union Debate
The editor of the Holmes County Farmer labels Fremont as a noted slaveholder and South ally, while others warn dissolution of the Union if elected. Both claims are disputed. Fremont asserts he never owned a slave and would not, and his slavery record remains clean.
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South
Local Democrat completes dress up for election season
The W. C. Democrat last week unveiled a new dress and condensed advertisements with reading matter increased. The paper presents a creditable appearance, and neighbors congratulate them on this external sign of prosperity as the community looks to the November election of Fremont and Dayton.
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Eult
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Dayron
Abolition Debate: Wayne Democrat Endorses DC Slavery Vote
A Wayne County Democrat urges abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia while criticizing Mr. Fremont for voting against it. The note reflects political alignment and a stance on the DC slavery policy during the abolition era.
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Fremont
W. O. Dem and Plaindealer Clash Over Hremont Faith
A brief exchange highlights the W. O. Dem of last week arguing Hremont is a Catholic while The Cleveland Plaindealer claims he is a Know Nothing. Both papers offer pointed charges amid mutual accusations of bias and hypocrisy.
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Hremont
Cleveland Plaindealer
Fremont Criticized by W. C. Democrat Over Slavery Stance
A local W. C. Democrat laments Fremont’s anti slavery position noting Hale Seward and Chase. He predicts Fremont will win by about 500 in Wayne on November 4th, highlighting the dispute’s impact on the party.
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Fremont
Hale
Seward
Chase
Times
Wayne Semanty
Wayne County Republican Convention Plans Nomination
The Wayne County Republican Convention discussed a county wide plan for nominating candidates by township ballot, with poll books kept and returns counted by the Central Committee. Delegates were chosen to coordinate with neighboring counties on a representative for the fourteenth district. The convention praised the national party platform and Fremont ticket, opposed Buchanan, and resolved to publish proceedings in the Wooster Republican.
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Medina
Ashland
Fourteenth
Enos Foreman
Wooster
W. W. Taggart
Green
James Buchanan
Cincinnati
Queen at the White House: Fremont Bride Praised
An up town Fremonter crowd heard praise for Mrs. Jessie Benton Fremont as a potential First Lady. The Eve Mirror reprints Burke’s praise, calling her elegant, intellectual, and fitted to adorn the White House, arguing she would bolster the Rocky Mountain platform in lively fashion.
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Mirror
Wise politicians clash over Congress power on Slavery in Territories
The text accuses leaders of calling opponents fools while defending Congress power to exclude Slavery. It cites Judge Joan McLean praising the Northwest Ordinance of 1787, noting its long-standing legal and noble regard across regions, including Slave States, and questions the modern stance of prominent figures.
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Slave States
State Teachers Association Meets at Mansfield
The semi annual meeting of the State Teachers Association was held in Mansfield on the 2d and 3d instant. It attracted a larger attendance than any prior meeting with highly praised sessions, addresses, and lectures. The Mansfield people received compliments for their hospitality. A grand picnic closed the exercises with a toast “Free Soil, Free Men, Free Schools” and a chorus of “Fremont.” About five hundred teachers were present.
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Mansfield
Free Soil
Fremont
Fillmore Speech Seeks Disunion Response in Albany
Fillmore declares the South cannot accept a President and Vice President from free states, urging disunion. He notes Buchanan supporters echo the stance, while Jackson and Calhoun hailed from slave states, a contrast seen as not prompting dissolution. The public will soon learn who supports or opposes dissolution.
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Albany
South
Free States
Jackson
Calhoun
Slave States
A Pretty Quarrel Among Ohio Democrats
The Ohio Democracy factions clash after Cincinnati Convention over delegates voting for Pierce and Dovaras. Buchanan supporters ostracise dissenters while the Sandusky Mirror accuses some delegates of misrepresenting their masters and lying about their votes. The language reflects sharp editorial tensions.
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Ohio Democracy
Cincinnati
Ohio
Pierce
Dovaras
Buchanan
Sandusky Mirror
Richmond Enquirer Denounces Old Line Whigs in Debate
The Richmond Enquirer rejects any support from old line whigs and argues a person with convictions cannot join the Democratic organization without corrupting its integrity and demeaning its principles. The piece questions how such support could continue in the North.
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Richmond Enquirer
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Dayton Seen As Fine Pick For Vice Presidency
The Philadelphia Republican Convention favored Dayton as a capable vice presidential candidate. Dayton, a New Jersey lawyer and eight-year U.S. Senator, praised by editor Joseph Gales, affirmed his unwavering principles, support for California statehood, Kansas rights, and a western railroad link to unite the nation. He pledged adherence to the platform and national cohesion amid political turmoil.
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Germans for Freedom rally against Democratic party
The Leit Stern a Baltimore German paper declares Germans are deserting the Democratic party in the North and West. It faults the party for driving Germans to the polls and vows to help defeat the party in the approaching election. The editor links German support for freedom with opposition to what he calls false democracy.
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Patent Democracy
Fremont& Dayton
Leit Stern
Guiding Star
Baltimore
Europe
Democratic Party
Report on Kansas Territory elections and governance
The House Investigating Committee summary declares Missouri influence tainted elections rule Kansas Territory, illegal legislature, and contested seats. It calls for a new census, strict election law, impartial judges, and troops at polls, while affirming the convention's constitution as reflecting a majority. The note ends with praise for Pittsburgh Commercial Journal's reformist stance and hints at political alignment.
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House Investigating Committee
N. Y. Tribune
Congress
Missouri
John W. Whitfield
Andrew H Reeder
Andrew H. Reeder
U. 8
WM. A. Howard
John Sherman
Rejoicing Over Gazette Sale Masks Missouri Turmoil
A Missouri disturbance saw a Methodist preacher tarred and feathered after preaching contrary to Missouri orders. An elderly man named Hortiano was killed in the clashes as mobs issued warnings to Methodist ministers and threatened expulsion if they stayed.
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Hortiano
Ohio Fillmore nominees collapse amid withdrawals
The Fillmore party in Ohio loses all state officer candidates as electors also begin declining within days. The Disunion Democrats push North petitions for Union dissolution, blaming Republicans while aligning with disunionists in the South, a strategy their supporters claim will fail.
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Fillmore Party
Ohio
Buchaneers Suggested for Pro Slavery Disunion Party
The suggestion, under BucHANAN’s leadership, to rename the Pro Slavery Disunion party the Buchaneers gains traction. The W. C. Democrat notes FRE MONT opposed abolishing slavery in the District of Columbia and questions the paper’s stance, implying a recent shift in positions.
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Buchanan
Fremonts Catholicism denied by family history
The N S Courter and Enquirer reports the charge of Catholic preference against Fremont is unfounded. It states Col Fremont's mother was a Protestant Episcopalian, he was educated in that faith, confirmed by the Episcopal Bishop of South Carolina, and is now an Episcopal communicant alongside Mrs Fremont and their children. It notes the marriage by a Roman Catholic priest was by necessity to wed Benton's daughter without her father's consent.
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N. S. Courter & Enquirer
Fremont
Col. Frmont
South Carolina
St. Philip’s Church
Charleston
Col. Fremont
Episcopal Church
Col. Benton
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