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June 27, 1856
Saint Croix Union
Stillwater, Washington County, Minnesota
What is this article about?
The Pennsylvania State Republican Convention assembled in Philadelphia on June 16, electing temporary and permanent officers, with delegates arriving for the National Anti-Nebraska Convention and Fillmore supporters claiming seats.
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Philadelphia, June 16.
The State Republican Convention assembled this forenoon and elected H. C. Carri temporary Chairman. They selected a Committee to select permanent officers.
Delegates to the National Anti-Nebraska Convention are arriving from all points.
The friends of Mr. Fillmore have appointed delegates to claim seats in the Anti-Nebraska National Convention.
In the Republican Convention of the State of Pennsylvania, Hon. John Allison, of Beaver was chosen for President. Dr. Elder made a brilliant speech, when the Convention adjourned till afternoon.
The State Republican Convention assembled this forenoon and elected H. C. Carri temporary Chairman. They selected a Committee to select permanent officers.
Delegates to the National Anti-Nebraska Convention are arriving from all points.
The friends of Mr. Fillmore have appointed delegates to claim seats in the Anti-Nebraska National Convention.
In the Republican Convention of the State of Pennsylvania, Hon. John Allison, of Beaver was chosen for President. Dr. Elder made a brilliant speech, when the Convention adjourned till afternoon.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What keywords are associated?
Republican Convention
Anti Nebraska
Fillmore Delegates
Pennsylvania Politics
What entities or persons were involved?
H. C. Carri
Mr. Fillmore
Hon. John Allison
Dr. Elder
Where did it happen?
Philadelphia
Story Details
Key Persons
H. C. Carri
Mr. Fillmore
Hon. John Allison
Dr. Elder
Location
Philadelphia
Event Date
June 16
Story Details
The State Republican Convention in Pennsylvania assembled, electing H. C. Carri as temporary chairman and a committee for permanent officers. Delegates arrived for the National Anti-Nebraska Convention, with Fillmore supporters appointing delegates to claim seats. Hon. John Allison was chosen president, Dr. Elder spoke, and the convention adjourned.