Dialogue in a Philadelphia Parlor and a Family Question
A fragment from a scene in which a duchess questions a host about a Philadelphia connection. A doctor confirms Bao Franklin as a close friend of Ben, triggering a reflection on natural affection and family ties amid a tense social exchange.
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Elphia
Philphia
Beau Raneline
Ideyibsi
Bao Frinklin
Ptinrer
Thiage
Phonvendi
Balligdze
Benag
Drunken Committee Report Attacked In Parliament
John Bull reports the Drunken Committee’s thirteen headed print declined by the House amid laughter. The piece mocks trends in drinking, laments high and low class habits, and rails at customs and excise. It notes sensational extrapolations, parodies hotly, and comments on political corruption and public waste.
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House of Commons
Lord Grey
Adam
Herrgate
Beulah
Cheltenham
Buxton
Powell Buxton
Derbyshire
Margeaux
Lafitte
Cimve
Baden
Pyrmont
Osherman
Clarance
Dedication of the New Stone Church in Alton
The Alton Spectator reports the dedication of the new Stone Church in town with attendance from leading clergy of varied denominations. The ceremony was solemn and musical performances earned praise, applauding Allen’s public worship edifice as a notable town landmark and symbol of local reverence.
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Allen
Parque Veepee and a Bold Cavalier Tale
A garbled note claims insult toward a lady and all former household inmates. It mentions a bold cavalier with Baron Munthausen traits, signed by Geo Poixparrer offering respect and apology.
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Llistury
Baron Munthausen
Geo Poixparrer
New Jersey election figures show Jackson majority and party shifts
The Jacksonians gain a large majority in New Jersey with 36 seats and an eight-seat joint-ballot majority, while Whigs improve elsewhere. The Friends split into Keites and Orthodox, leading to court disputes over Society property. Frelinghuysen aligns with the Orthodox party, and Whigs in New York nominate Verplank King Selden and others for Congress.
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New York
New Jersey
Froends
Frelinghuysen
Adm
Onot
Hicksite Action
Jackson
Senate of the
United States
Measrs
Gulian C. Verplank
Opden Ifman
James G.king
Dudley Selden
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