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An antislavery coalition forms the Free Soil party and nominates former president Martin Van Buren as its candidate.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
Adams, Charles Francis, joins "Free Soil" party, 81; nominated for Vice-President, 82; proposes compromise on slavery, 229; candidate for Presidential nomination, 328.
From The Negro and the Nation A History of American Slavery and Enfranchisement by Merriam, George Spring
I began to be interested in public affairs and attended the first convention of the Free Soil party which was held in Worcester.
From Confessions of Boyhood by Albee, John
The Free Soil party opposes slavery so far as it is possible to do, and yet comply with the Constitution of the United States.
From Speeches, Addresses, and Occasional Sermons, Volume 3 (of 3) by Parker, Theodore
Later, he was a conspicuous figure in the organization of the new Free Soil party, being the Chairman of the committee in his State, and editor of the Boston Republican.
From Hidden Treasures Or, Why Some Succeed While Others Fail by Lewis, Harry A.
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