Debate on Creole case and implications for Anglo American law
The letter argues for noninterference in domestic laws while urging mutual aid in maritime distress. It cites the Creole incident, Palmerston notes, and past cases like Enterprise and Encomium, stressing the need for clear rules on treatment of crews and slaves in British ports and the broader peace of nations.
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U. States
Lord Palmerston
Mr. Stevenson
British Empire
United States
U.S
England
United Afsbee
Garwe
Bahamas
Cape of Florida
Atlantic
Gulf of Mexico
Mississippi
Enterprise
Commet
Encomium
Senate of the United States
Legation
Lord Aberdeen
Washington
Her
Corporations and Individuals Dialogue on Charters
Massachusetts legislator Mr. Allen recounts a dialog between a carriage maker and a gentleman. The carriage maker questions opposing corporations while a company forms with capital equal to ten thousand dollars. They invest profits, draw dividends, and face eventual failure as constraints bite. The tale contrasts corporate and individual enterprise and the shifting fortunes of investment.
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Tweedle Dam
Tweedle Dee
Allen
Massachusetts
Tt Weill
Cormarnors
Reforming Money Systems and Bank Roles
The piece argues that repeated reforms fail to fix underlying flaws in money systems. It notes banks suspending specie payments and resuming later, condemns joint stock banks with limited liability, and argues paper money cannot adequately serve as a measure of value, though convenient as a medium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Journal of Banking
Indictment Found Against Bentley at Common Pleas
The Grand jury returned an indictment against Benjamin Bentley former cashier of the German Bank of Wooster for secreting bank assets to hinder access by Bank Commissioners. The sheriff arrested him and the court set bail at $1000 for the next term to answer the charges. Wooster Democrat.
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Boar
Court of Common Pleas
Benjamin Bently
Rochester Jail Holds Suspect In Caroline Guatrage Case
A warrant issued by Justice Buchan led to the arrest of John Sheridan Hogan in Rochester for involvement in the Caroline Guatrage outrage and the Durfee killings. Hogan was committed to jail for further examination, with his identity and motives under scrutiny amid rumors of a love affair and possible disguise. General Theller was the complainant, not W. L. Mackenzie.
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General Theller
W. L. Mackenzie
Paper Money origins tied to state needs not commerce
Gouge examines that paper money emerged in many nations not from trade demands but from state necessity. He cites China, Tartary, India, Persia, and later European powers, noting commerce relies on credit while state finance spurred monetary innovation.
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China
Tartary
India
Persia
Julu
Span
Portugal
France
Germany
Russia
Sweden
Denmark
Great Britain
United States
Brazil
Buenos Aires
Bank of England
Massachusetts
South Carolina
Hemiang
Reform in Congress Fueled by High Costs and Inaction
The Whigs hold seven seat Senate and forty-odd in the House, four months in session at three thousand dollars daily totaling three hundred sixty thousand dollars with no major acts passed. The paper condemns reform claims and accuses the party of wasted funds, while noting sparse abolition progress in the House and only debated yet unresolved Senate questions.
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Senate
House of Representatives
House
Foreign News From Boston Evening Transcript Mixes Global Events
The Boston Evening Transcript reports on maritime arrivals, European news, and global affairs. Topics include the Columbia and Unicorn ships, ratification of a slave trade treaty among four powers, French participation, India to China troop movements, and debates over corn laws. Lisbon revolts and a proposed Russian imperial marriage to the Duke de Bordeaux are noted, with references to the Morning Herald.
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Boston Evening Transcript
Halifax
Unicorn
England
Liverpool
London
Snelling Powell
China
Earl of Aberdeen
House of Lords
France
India
Calcutta
Henry Pottinger
Pekin
Canton
Toda
House of Commons
Villier
Asbon
Lisbon
Don Pedro
Imperial
Russia
Duke de Bordeaux
Santy
Nicholl
Tuilleries
St. Peterstrg
Morning Herald
Congressional debate on Mexican redress and captured citizens
The Washington Globe compiled report describes Senate discussions on pursuing redress for American citizens seized by Mexico. Members like Mr King push to publish diplomatic correspondence and evaluate official actions. Several speakers stress protecting national honor and demanding justice, with calls for stronger measures if necessary.
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Thia
Mexico
King
Preston
Sevier
Senate
New York
Great Britain
van Dieman’s Land
Tresday
Mr.Tappan
Representatives
Tappan
House of Representatives
Eperis Ecosvone
Extra Session Legislation Extends Law and Funds
A bill extending the Extra session for one year and authorizing a further 5,000,000 was passed 105 to 86. It allows notes under these laws to be reimbursable within twenty years, restricts stock sales to par, and enables up to 35,090,000 more borrowing as government needs demand.
Saddlery sale offered by WM M'Laughlin in Steubenville
The subscriber announces a choice assortment of saddles bridles and saddlery for cash or approved credit. Spring saddles in pleasant patterns available. Customers are urged to inspect and test for safety and serviceability and to settle unsettled accounts to begin anew. March 19 1942 Steubenville.
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WM. M’laughlin
Steubenville
For Sale Planing Machine and dwelling in Steubenville
The advertisement offers a planing machine and the seller is willing to sell on reasonable terms. It mentions the dwelling on Church street, south of Judge Dike, with ongoing woodwork and grain services at the premises. Enquiries should be directed to the subscriber, M. O. Junkin, Steubenville, March 12, 1842.
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Oth St
Iso
Church St
Judge Dike’s
M. O. Junkin Steubenville
Citywide cleanup mandate in Steubenville streets and sidewalks
The town orders owners and renters to clear filth rubbish and obstructions from gutters sidewalks and half the width of streets and alleys to established grade by April 16 under an 1836 ordinance. Street Commissioner will issue notices March 15 to April 15. neglect incurs expenses and treble damages plus 20 percent penalty.
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Steubenville
Trenton
Wright's Indian Vegetable Pills Appear Cure Claim
A 1841 letter from Jamaica New York reports a five year dyspepsia cure after using one twenty-five cent box of Wrights Indian Vegetable Pills. Multiple testimonials praise blood purification and system renewal, urging others to try the remedy.
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Jamaica
L. J
New York
Rich
Dennix
Wrgght
Greenwich Et
Ince
Wright
North American College of Health
Cue
M. Tate
Pavement Obstruction Removal Provisions Noted
The ordinance requires removal of any obstructions found on pavements after time limits expire, at the owner's expense, in compliance with the law cited by M D McDonald.
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M’donald
The Best Method for Abolition of Disease Article
A synthesis argues that cleansing and purifying the body offers the most effective path to abolish disease. It emphasizes natural health regimens and bodily balance as foundational principles for recovery and longevity.
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N. York
Verour
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Rochester
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Jefferson County
Weresseat
Mr. Regeee
N. American College of Health
Hammersly
Richard Dennis
Wrights
Oh Ted
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