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August 19, 1859
Winchester Republican
Winchester, Virginia
What is this article about?
The Morning News newspaper in Richmond declares support for John M. Botts as presidential candidate, with A. Judson Crane as editor and M. S. Crockett as assistant. The Baltimore Clipper also endorses Botts. A communication from 'Jefferson' is recommended.
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DECLARING FOR BOTTS.
The Morning News, a sprightly paper lately commenced at Richmond, in this State, has thrown off its neutrality, and placed the name of the Hon. John M. Botts at the head of its editorial column, as its favorite candidate for the Presidency. A. Judson Crane, Esq., has been engaged as principal editor, and M. S. Crockett, Esq., continues as Assistant. The Baltimore Clipper is also out for Mr. Botts.
In another column will be found a communication from a highly respectable gentleman signing himself "Jefferson," and as his proposition is a good one we speak for it attention.
The Morning News, a sprightly paper lately commenced at Richmond, in this State, has thrown off its neutrality, and placed the name of the Hon. John M. Botts at the head of its editorial column, as its favorite candidate for the Presidency. A. Judson Crane, Esq., has been engaged as principal editor, and M. S. Crockett, Esq., continues as Assistant. The Baltimore Clipper is also out for Mr. Botts.
In another column will be found a communication from a highly respectable gentleman signing himself "Jefferson," and as his proposition is a good one we speak for it attention.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Botts Endorsement
Morning News
Presidential Candidate
Political Support
What entities or persons were involved?
John M. Botts
A. Judson Crane
M. S. Crockett
Jefferson
Where did it happen?
Richmond, Baltimore
Story Details
Key Persons
John M. Botts
A. Judson Crane
M. S. Crockett
Jefferson
Location
Richmond, Baltimore
Story Details
The Morning News ends neutrality and endorses John M. Botts for presidency, appointing new editor; Baltimore Clipper supports him; recommends 'Jefferson's' communication.