Fancy Editorials!
Summary
The Hagerstown Mail exaggerates the cohesiveness of the Democratic Party. In fact, it is divided into the Buchanan and Douglas wings, which differ on the question of slavery in the territories. Additionally, during Democratic administrations the Republican Party has arisen and the nation has become further divided.
Article Source
Newspaper: The Herald of Freedom & Torch Light
Publication Date: February 15th, 1860
Page/Column: 2A
Town: Hagerstown, MD
County: Washington
Subjects
- Pre-War Events
- Politics
