11 Jan 1831
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Newspaper
Adams Sentinel
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1831
Page
1
A poetic fragment describes testing impressions on stream water a crystal and a woman's heart tablet. It extols lasting value of a named image of genius, worth and love that endures life’s changes until the heart is removed from the earth.
A reflective essay ties the voyage along the St Lawrence below Quebec to moral living. The author urges daily self examination, charity, and pursuing the narrow path to eternal life while detailing the river’s grand scenery, upper province views, and bustling ships aiding Quebec’s prosperity.
A digest of marvels and incidents including praises of the Great Wall and its vast span, notes on ancient builders and measurements, a soap factory accident in Change Alley, reflections on beauty, a river reversal report, Antwerp fire losses, and Navy figures with expenses and stores as 1829 surveys are cited.
A church council in North Varentiana chaired by Rev. Moses Thatch concluded that Dee Ecclesiasheal Cortie Sosrow acted unchristian by excluding masons from the communion table. The session, held over two days, involved Messrs. Heecher and Codmay as council members.
The piece surveys President Jackson's policy toward the Cherokees, arguing the right of states to remove Indians conflicts with federal treaties and constitutional authority. It cites a 1802 statute on Indian intercourse, criticizes Jackson's order to withdraw troops, and questions executive power over laws.
Anecdote recalls Ben Bar known for fun and whiskey who bet a man he could throw him across the Hudson at Albany’s wharf. A bystander witnessed the plunge and the challenger retrieved the stake after struggling to shore. The tale contrasts with a later health ad offering female remedies and a maritime wreck list.
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