13 Feb 1850
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1850
Page
1
Poetic excerpt extols steadfast love as a shrine for the heart despite betrayal and death. The speaker urges continuing devotion, promising that affection remains enduring and divine beyond earthly failure. The verse frames love as a guiding, heavenly spell that transcends loss.
A patron urges publication of lines by Mr. Saxe in the Athens Messenger. The verse laments youths choosing muskets over muses, critiques schoolgirls and spinsters, lampoons vanity in literary pursuits, and questions the propriety of exposing poets to public judgment while praising the author’s own modest muse.
Clara narration recalls Jenny Lind’s morning ride with Mrs. Grote to a Henbury cottage famed for its poor, where two elderly occupants receive her. A talking black bird named Jenny Lind captivates them as she serenades, leaving the visitors grateful for the moment.
The notice outlines pricing for one square of thirteen lines or less at $1.00 per insertion, with $0.25 for each additional insertion. It warns that ads lacking a six insertion indicator will continue until forbidden and charged accordingly. Names of candidates for office are billed at $1.00, payable in advance, with Wednesday morning deadlines for next issue.
New details emerge from the Parkman-Webster case including tan box evidence from Cambridge and a lab discovery. Witness Mrs Bent testifies Webster pressed her to identify the doctor and muttered of murder while a grand jury prepares March arraignment with forty six witnesses.
The text argues that wisdom lies in knowing when to act and when to refrain. It warns the young to avoid headlong, imprudent efforts driven by a desire to do something. It laments modern impatience, noting patience is undervalued and many minds are wrecked by their lack of ballast in life.
London reports suggest a sharp rise in coffee prices due to expected crop shortages. Java production drops from 1,037,000 to about 500,000 picules and Brazil may yield 1,200,000 bags, set against prior years, with overall deficit around 72,500 tons. Stocks may be drawn to meet demand.
The Baltimore Clipper notes Preston's Navy Secretary report detailing vessel movements for the year, recruitment challenges in California, differing merchant wages, and praise for Mediterranean and Pacific squadrons. It covers nautical almanac work, electromagnetism experiments for navigation, steam mail services, independence of a larger naval force, and coastal expansion with new harbors and ironies of hemp supply and prize law revisions.
The report argues reducing officer grades to fit needed naval strength, cites age and employment issues, and recommends a retirement system. It highlights Annapolis improvements, officer promotions, and the 1849 naval budget of about 9.2 million with over 13 million spent overall. It requests 30,000 to cover three months extra pay for Mexican War service.
Columbus, Feb 4 1850 reports recount S Medary releasing a public safety committee member’s resignation amid Ohio political crisis sparked by constitutional resistance and peaceable repeal. The piece calls the speech brilliant and criticizes the public’s reaction while praising constitutional government and urging unity.
The message explains California and New Mexico should form state constitutions and seek admission as states. It notes the existing civil governance in California, instructions limiting executive interference, and the aim to avoid national disputes over territorial slavery policies. It mentions sending officials to California and New Mexico to facilitate orderly action.
President Taylor argues Congress should avoid quick territorial government plans for New Mexico to prevent harming Texas claims while awaiting judicial boundary decisions. He praises Mexican-era protections, warns against imposing conditions on California, and urges unity, self government, and patience to prevent sectional strife.
The Senate declines to enter elections arguing it is improper until Johnson is removed from power. Randall’s remarks are praised as timely and effective, warning against delaying business to push Johnsonian power. Cincinnati residents are urged to recall Johnson and Broadwell to restore lawful order, with supporters acknowledging truth and accountability.
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