Resolutions Mark Teachers Institute Proceedings
The county teachers institute adopted resolutions praising female teachers, supporting equal pay, Bible use in schools for moral instruction, and corporal punishment limits. It honored deceased director Maxwed Surecos, thanked Gettysburg directors for schoolhouse use, and urged annual meeting attendance. Proceedings included lectures on geography and English grammar with demonstrations and about seventy teachers present.
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Altni
Maxwed Surecos
Liberty Township
Ducation
Gettysburg
Mesars
Lyttle
Mellhenny
Cart
Rigge
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Tarry
R.A. Lyttle
Loelock
J. McConnel
Admission of Oregon House vote on statehood
The text records a U S House tally on Oregon's admission to the Union with 99 Democrats and 18 Republicans in favor and 20 Democrats plus 73 Republicans against. It notes several Maryland, Texas, Virginia, New York, and other lawmakers by name, mentions defections and abstentions, and states the President signed the bill and officials took seats on Monday.
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Oregon
House of Representatives
Meaars
Bowie
Stewart
Maryland
Anang Tha
Mosers
Billinghurst
Carfax
Coming
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Curtis
Foster
Horton
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Leiter
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Wond
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Morrie
Kiesud
Scott
Garpling
Alabamme
Bryan
Texas
Aud Mifson
Smith
Virginia
Horwee F. Clark
Addg S Muskie
New York
alyemi-Lecompton Democrats
United States
Joseph Lane
Dalssoo Santh
Lafayette Grover
Prices of Provisions and Goods Rise in Utah
In Utah the cost of provisions and old clothing has soared. Sugar costs 95 cents per pound, coffee 15 dollars per barrel, whiskey eight dollars a gallon, and other items are similarly priced. Wages remain about the same as elsewhere, with working men facing unclear conditions and reduced earnings.
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Utah
Vlcar
Fragmentary report on a paper threatening note in envelope
A damaged OCR fragment describes a correspondent noting a decumant contania of whisk and tar in a paper wind spinning, then firing it. The text mentions an envelope and a gentleman to whom the item was sent, but the details are unclear and partially garbled.
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Missouri Peraserat
Cron
Bien
Northern Central Railroad
Luesday
Astous
National Treasury
Buchanan
Wyakington
Philadelphia Press
Escape from Prison and assorted 19th century notices
A fragmentary York area page reports Samus Sarton’s prison escape aided by loosened chains and a cellar exit, with authorities pursuing him as others alarmed by recent riots. It also notes a fire at a log barn, railroad locomotive upgrades, a temperance meeting, an eclipse observation, property sales, church remodeling, and various local notices and elections.
Legislative Marvels and Global Turmoil Across a Turbulent Era
On Saturday the 12th the U S House by 114 to 108 voted to admit Oregon as a new state, swelling the Union to thirty three. News from Bucks County reports Judge Smyser sentencing nine criminals to various terms, praising firm, if measured, justice. Reports also describe a revolutionary upheaval in Mexico with abdication and a forced loan, plus naval diplomacy at Vera Cruz and shifting revenue toward England and France. Farther west in Luzon War conditions eased after a treaty, and Col Dixon S Mila led an arduous Baltimore expedition. The Baltimore death warrant for Marian Cropp was upheld, with execution scheduled for March 18.
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U. States
Senate
Oregon
Warhlington
Asa
Luzon
New Mexico
Naval
Noyambar
Col
Dixon
Mila
Baltimore
Treasury Deficit Debates and Treaties Pursue Fiscal Reform
In a House speech Mr Philips of Pennsylvania challenges the Treasury deficit, arguing true shortfall nears forty seven million with receipts about ten to eleven million and expenditures near eighteen million for a year. He warns tariffs as cure while urging Congress to act. reports note China treaties signed and a Crowley land bill advancing.
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House of Representatives
Philips
Secretary of the Treasury
Taly
Buchanan
Washington
Virginia Whig Movement and 1860 political clash
The Virginia Whig movement gains momentum with Goggin of Bedford nominated for governor and a call for unity to oppose the Democratic party. The piece contrasts Whig resilience with Democratic mismanagement, argues for harmony to curb national financial ruin, and notes commentary on Buchanan era finances and Ohio legislative changes.
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Virginia
Richmond
Wa. L. Goggin
Bedford
Owent
Hunter
Wise
Letehior
Babva
Hayti Revolt Ends with Geffrard Crowned President
Last news from Hayti reports Emperor Soulouque forced to abdicate and flee to Jamaica under British protection. General Geffrard entered Port au Prince January 15, republic proclaimed, Geffrard named president. Soulouque, born a slave, rose to power in 1837, later proclaimed emperor amid pompous court, but unrest at home toppled his regime.
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Ead
New York Post
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Marmalado
Havana pageant and Cuban purchase debate described
Report from Havana on the 5th mat parade before the Captain General drew thousands, including Americans, amid a debate in the DLS Seuste over Cuba's purchase. Spain’s refusal to sell Cuba is argued as a matter of national dignity, with praise for Spain’s historic valor. Nearby reports note a cargo of African slave boats captured west of Havana.
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One Week Later from Europe and Local Incidents
Europe reports wartime tension as Britain and France weigh peace and possible congress talks while Britain secures iron contracts. In Chattanooga a large tannery burns, destroying stock and risking many jobs. A San Francisco bishop is nearly washed away after a horse accident on a flood-prone bridge, but both are rescued.
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