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Newspaper
Adams Sentinel
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1858
Page
2
The president surveys legislative gains against sectional strife, praising earlier measures to ease slavery tensions and noting debates over Kansas admission. He warns Congress against imposing new constitutions on territories, urges gradual territorial governance, and addresses diplomacy with Britain Spain and China, while outlining plans for Arizona and territorial setups and routes in the Southwest.
The President discusses portents of upheaval and the need for a uniform bank and rigid currency controls. He urges protection of American interests abroad and seeks sustained naval readiness, including coastal defenses and railroad improvements, while proposing land grants to aid transport for troops and munitions. He also calls for reform of slave capture law and Congress’s DC governance.
The issue of Gen. Keim's election to Congress from Berks County fills local discourse with victory cheers by supporters of American industry. Critics argue the result reflects political maneuvering and questions linger about the administration's actions and candidates.
In a fractured report from New Orleans dated November 18, residents warn of political strife and perceived threats as foreign ships threaten intervention. The message condemns government actions and fears potential attacks on the city, while calling for U.S. government involvement to restore order.
A devastating flood and collapse occurred near the gulveck and culvert areas. Mr Tolbert his wife and two children were killed or missing as water and debris swept through the road and fences. Bodies of two victims were found some distance away while another child remained unaccounted for.
The paper pleads patrons to remit subscriptions and ads to ease burdens, notes Washington’s recently read President’s message, endorses Thomas B. Cooman for state treasurer, reports a burglary of about 200 pounds of meat and 76 pounds of ore, a steel bar stolen from a warehouse, and local court and surgical news with details of a major operation and suspects.
A late 19th century Congress discussion shows a joint resolution from the Committee on Eyreign Regulations proposing allocation of funds, then referred to the Constitution as a Whole. The House failed to suspend rules to allow immediate consideration by a 102 to 82 vote, amid shifts on coal iron lead and wool duties and a presidential visit inspiring speculation on nominations.
The Gettysburg Railroad formal opening is planned for Thursday December 16 with a large turnout expected. A special Baltimore bound train will carry visitors, and the Blues Band of Battinare is promised to perform at the event. Local meetings and political discussion accompany the preparations, with broad interest from regional and national observers.
In a 17 to vote, Mr Douglas was removed from the chair of the Committee on Territories amid a territorial campus display. Senator Patrick was selected as chair, with Senators Brown of Miss., Johnson of Ark., and Patrick of Alabama leaving the committee. Benator Tyler opposed the move, while President and others observed. Green of New Jersey was chosen to replace Douglas as chair. Counterfeit notes alert and other brief items follow including sales of free colored individuals and missionaries departing Boston for India. December deadlines and political commentary appear interspersed.
Lovers of art may view a finely crafted engraving at the Metropolitan Art Association office. The piece depicts a noble horse and wife at her arrival, rendered with lifelike skill. Membership costs three dollars and includes an Art Journal and a share in a large gallery distribution on January 1.
New York City charter election concluded quietly with Robert T. Haws elected Comptroller by about 11 000 votes. Governor race also leans Republican with Ian Almshouse victorious. Of nine aldermen, five Republicans and four Tammany men. Braening Hiusen and Tsiae Townsent named governors. Indications show education reformists hold some support in schools.
A 19th century commentary argues that a potential opening with China and Japan could unlock vast enterprise for the common manufactury, superseding existing routes through isthmian channels. It notes England and France courting shifts in Asia trade and predicts a changing balance of power and policy. A separate scene describes a brutal police court night with five violent deaths, including a brother killing a sibling amid drunken fury and a man killed by premiditated act, all witnessed in stark detail.
A church in Bristol was destroyed by fire around midnight, with the blaze spreading across the structure while surrounding buildings remained intact. The disaster is blamed on a furnace defect, with estimated damage totaling 28 000 dollars and insured for 10 000. The Rev. Dr. Andrew Jackson Francis is named in related notices. Additional items report springs erupting near Montezuma, Indiana, and Cincinnati poultry prices at post-fair market rates.
An Atlantic-oral Washington dispatch warns of looming conflict over filibusters and land pirates tied to slavery propaganda. France and England unite to press the Clayton Bulwer treaty while backing Nicaragua expulsion efforts, risking American citizens in potential expeditions. Heavily coordinated European fleets near Vera Cruz and Cuba threaten U.S. isthmus aims. officials fear sudden explosion and war unless policy shifts.
A reliability source notes wool trade expanding across states including Pennsylvania Otia and Indians with nine million dallurg value and a Philadelphia house selling wool worth half a million since May. California real estate buoyed by a 20 percent rise in value, with 18 000 property sale turning into 28 000 cash, and miners seek assets amid eager capital. Harding & Orroll depot collapse in Baltimore saves four hundred barrels of flour and thirty thousand bushels of feed saved from wreck.
News notes from Mobile recounts vessels stopping for papers or damaged cargo on a voyage and tensions with officials. The Missing Steamship Indian Empire tale grows with reports of a New York to Ireland voyage possibly lost at sea. A Baltimore meeting considers a harbor expansion project and James Chestnut is elected senator for South Carolina.
A freight express collision near Upper Merietta Station injured none, but derailed a locomotive and disrupted operations, while a Methodists Church panic in Tyler Texas caused a chaotic exodus yet no serious injuries. Separate items report railroad wage unrest in Quincy and fatal accidents in Allegheny County and Loveland, Ohio, plus an improbably aged conversion tale from Fulton Street.
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