The Export of Specie in New York Banks 1850s Crisis
A long critical survey argues New York banks drained the national treasury by drawing specie for exports while domestic circulation shrank. It questions how banks maintained reserves, notes public misperceptions, and warns of deeper economic strain as imports outpace exports. It contrasts gold movement with bank discipline and cites regional bank conditions and a dramatic 1850s crime report.
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Uuke
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Banda
Peoria
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Dabia
Ehip
Europe
Slinul Ati Lion
Tang Na
Alty
Political letter expresses doubts about candidate pledges
The Compiler notes that Mr Denim’s endorsements for Me, Woon, and the white Democratic ticket are unreliable until he speaks openly. A neighbor laments party loyalty while some call for unity, urging voters to support the County Board candidates and aim for a large turnout to secure victory.
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Denim
Woon
Dretre Himeelf
Amos
Fine Apples from Jacon Werner on Taneytown Road
The article notes two Hadstreak Apples offered by Mr. Jacon Werner from 24 miles on the Taneytown road. Each apple measures 14 inches in circumference and is described as real Sian Pare People’s Party Apples with no taint of modern Vemuerady. A Washington Monument fund box remains at the post office for contributions to support the project. Contributions will be forwarded to the responsible authorities for completion.
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Jacon Werner
Taneytown Road
Washington Nations
Deanglt
Maine
Maebiss
Washington County
Advertiser
Angrat
John Bickton
West Chester
Uisval
Democratia Party
Freight and religious notices from Gettysburg area
Philadelphia freight contracts show Pennsylvania Railroad arranged trash transport from Philadelphia to Gettysburg via Columbia with no through shipment. Rates listed include 47 cents first class, 50 for second, 45 for third, 1 and 30 for additional. Divine services announced for Gettysburg German Reformed and Mark’s Churches on Sunday the 11th at 10 am and 2 pm respectively. Sabbath School picnics noted on Canonago and Marsh Creek with local bands performing. Franklin County Democrats held a convention. W. Donovan nominated for Senator, with remarks about competing candidates and party affiliation.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad
Gettyeburg
Columbia
Samerprives
Auarly Ao
Oxford
Our Senatorial District and Its Shifting Politics
A fragmentary political update notes changes in the Senatorial District comprising Adina, Pranklin and Fulton counties. It discusses party strength, a People's candidate for Supreme Judge, and predicts outreach and electoral outcomes amid local tensions. The piece mentions Aurora Borealis observations and a bridge incident near Wrightsville, with civic donations and a steamer cargo update.
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Adina
Pranklin
Fulton
Supreme Judge
Sern Porter
Adin
Orn Pas Franklin
Buad
Fula
Col. McQuarn Daca
Public Schools of Gettysburg Expand as Pupils Grow
The Public Schools of Gettysburg opened a new term with about 400 students, a number expected to rise in two to three months. To accommodate the larger Lower Department, a separate school on High Street has been established. The staff includes Mr Lear R. Barower, A. B., Principal, Mr TA Lirn, Vice Principal, and an efficient corps of female assistants. At the close of the session, scholarships to Pennsylvania College will be awarded to the most meritorious boys, funded by donors in Lancaster and Gettysburg. A letter from Hon. B. McPanason to the Board explains the scholarship proposal, aiming to aid diligent, faithful students who would otherwise struggle to obtain a good education.
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Tiutuaoe
Win
Lear R. Barower
TA. Lirn
Board of Directora
Theigh School
Wo A, U, Puompson
Riv
Lancaster
Eowarty McPwenson
Gettysburg
Chase Gentlemen
Pennsylvania
B. McPanason
Gerrysnuna
Pennsylvania College
Dickens Works Offered in Cheap Philadelphia Edition
An advertisement from Philadelphia notes a publisher offering Charles Dickens works in a new affordable Edinburgh form. The plan encompasses twenty eight weekly volumes at two and a half cents per volume, with full sets mailed on receipt of payment. Auctioned and political notes intermingle with local events, including a Missouri report on slavery and a fatality in Trenton, New Jersey.
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Charles Dickens
TB Peterson & Brathorn
Merit Trang Pack
United Rates
Edinburgh
Philadulphin
State Debt and Political Strife Spotlighted
The article notes a $281,250 purchase of five percent state stocks by the Sinking Fund commissioners, marking debt reduction after years of heavy taxes. It laments administration changes, praises canal and public works sales, and criticizes opponents while highlighting candidates in the upcoming district race. It also reports a boiler explosion in York County, a Brooklyn mill fire, and a Maine case of parricide.
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Det Cane Nord
Port Lock
Packer
Col. McCuime
California News From Central and South American Republics
From California and the Mosea Taylor arrival at Avpinwall comes news of California, New Granada, and the Center and South American Republics. Reports from Sin Francisco reach the 6th instep as the semi monthly shipment of goods totals 82 127 883. Prices trend downward amid dull commerce while political canvass and camp improvisations capture public attention. Panama news details Chiriqui gold mining operations and legends of Indian kings, with editors doubting truth yet fueling curiosity and emigration to the hua cop.
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California
Mosea Taylor Ayil
Avpinwall
New Granada
Center
South American
Republios
Panama
Mosea Taylor
Chiriqui
Tagerd
Cholera Claims In Hamburg and London Area
European cholera reports show the disease advancing in Hamburg and London. London Times records 424 cases with 332 deaths from the outbreak, while Leydon notes twenty four deaths in the past week. In New Orleans a mother mourns after her toddler drinks a poisoned solution mistaken for cordial, a tragedy captured in a studio portrait.
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Europe
Hamburg
Janborg
Leydon
Garibaldi Dictator Rumor and Italian Campaign Aftermath
The dispatches recount revolutionary rumors in Lombardy with Garibaldi named as dictator by Milan officials, amid celebrations for Italian victories. Paris reports Emperor Napoleon III warmly received by some and cooled by others, with exultant parades and medals awarded. Maine drought and smoke plumes described, plus a West Chester speech urging party unity.
Ruweyism in Baltimore Prompts Mass Meeting Call
Citizens and leaders in Baltimore publish a call to restore law and order at Mount Square on Monday after the fifth, seeking fair ballot access, an honest administration, and action against rowdies blamed for crime, corruption, and improper influence over elections. The manifesto condemns bribery, intoxication, and the alleged toleration of crime by judges and officials.
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Baltimore
Baltivero
Brotalier
Viseulus
Woodall
Slinshud
Parriat
Death by self harm noted for Rev. J A Met
The article reviews the recent death of Rev. John A L Met, a once prominent Presbyterian clergyman, writer and abolitionist. It recalls his varied career from preacher and reformer to delegate and jurist, noting a brilliant intellect overshadowed by controversial conduct and final death by suicide after lengthy absence from his Niagra hotel. The piece reflects on his complex life and the era’s opinions of his work.
Lost Child Found Dead in Forest After Nine Days
A six year old girl, lost from Allen County near Lima, wandered away while playing with others. She died in the woods after nine days of wandering, her body found naked on her belly, with family grief described as piercing. Neighbors searched eight to nine miles daily for the child. The mother is overwhelmed. A separate note reports poisoning from whiskey in another case, with a young man suffering convulsions and lasting symptoms after drinking.
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Sid Bereyeed
Uiy
Euuzele
Lima
Allen County
Ohio
Deers Woods
Putnam County
Parta
Jowndie
Lewis
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