Atlantic cholera reports and New York steamer arrival
Reports from Charleston and New York describe cholera cases and deaths in several cities, with daily tallies from boards of health and a note on the Cape Breton steamship arriving from Halifax. It also recounts a mob attack on a Ursuline convent in Charlestown and reactions in Boston, plus a Philadelphia reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.pany
Boanper Wraum
Cincinnati
Canada
Alt
Dover Canada
New York
Helifax
Boston
Cape Breton
London
Charlestown
Mass
Thouibding
Pancuil Hall
Punis
Philadelphia
Riots and church attack amid racial violence in Philadelphia area
Reports describe a mob breaking into black homes and the African Presbyterian Church near Seventh and Shippen streets, with windows and doors torn and several inhabitants beaten. Police say they captured fifteen to twenty offenders as clashes left some Black residents dead.
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African Presbyterian Church
Seventh
Shippen Streets
Mkentucky
Philadelphia
Indiana
Mayo
Lurora
Bosta
Alicant
Dmys
New-Haven Herald
West Indies
Antigua
St. Kitts
N. Yort
Jamaica
Orange Vally
Union of the States Strongly Defends Constitutional Ties
A historical meeting denounces attempts to dissolve the Union and defends strict constitutional adherence. Speakers Dr J P Seveven Ricn p W Wanersuam Judge Law and Col Jos W Jackson address the association. The group vows to oppose consolidation and to publish proceedings before adjourning to September first.
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Barrorn
Savannah
Flourney
Col. Jackson
Fiournoy
Duoge Law
Row. Flournoy
Edward Houston
Fair
Roward Housvreus
James P. Screven
Union of the States
Jessin W Jackson
Association
J.P. Seveven
Ricn
P W. Wanersuam
Law
Jos. W Jackson
State Rights Congressional Ticket Listed for 1834
Beall Chappell Daniell Foster Gamble Gilmer Lamar Newnan Wilde and others named as members of the State Rights Congressional ticket in Bibb Monroe Chatham Greene Jefferson Oxlethorpe Murcogee Walker Richmond counties with Beall at head.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert A. Beall
Bibb
Absalom H. Chappell
Monroe
William ©. Daniell
Chatham
Thomas F. Foster
Greene
Roger L. Gamble
Jefferson
George R. Gilmer
Oxlethorpe
Correspondents Acknowledge Northern Papers via Wm Gibbons
The Charleston Mercury notes receipt of several principal Northern papers dated latest by the Wm. Gibbons from New York and expresses gratitude to correspondents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston Mercury
Norhern
Wm. Gibbons
New York
First load of new cotton arrives from Dawes plantation
Yesterday morning six bales weighing over 400 pounds each reached the market from Col. Samuel Dawes's Burke County plantation. The cotton was noted for its beautiful quality and freshness as the season opens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Dawes
Burke County
Theatrical Opening Soon By Dramatic Corps
The theatre will reopen in a few days under the management of Messrs Hang and Hanpy with performances on our boards for a few evenings before their departure from the city or other engagements.
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Messrs. Hang & Hanpy
Cholera in New York Increases Death Toll
Arrival of the Wm. G bbons from New York reports rising cholera cases and deaths in the city. From the 14th to the 16th there were 86 cases and 42 deaths, with daily tallies shown for the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bone of Health
Esterday
Duanesi Hospital
N. B
Board of Health
Duonest E Hospital
Journal of Commerce
Wm. G Bbons
Charleston
New-York
Medical Library Journal praised for science value
The August issue of the Register and Library of Medical and Chirurgical Science is welcomed by medical professionals. Edited by Granville Suan Parvinox, MD, with Jamxa Hacay, MD, it offers a curated standard works library for students and professors at modest terms. Gen. Gaxen is credited for launching the periodical and deserves support from science allies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register and Library of Medical and Chirurgical Science
Granville Suan? Parvinox
Philadelpiia
Jamxa Hacay
M. D
Washington
Gaxen
Science
Crops in Georgia reported strong yields by travelers
A Savannah Georgian correspondent and the Sentinel describe Georgia crops in August 1834. Corn is abundant and the cotton crop promising. prices high spur cultivation. Expectation of 100,000 bags of cotton or more, with improved prospects across counties and neighboring states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia
Gli
Columbus
Paris
Fragmentary remark hints at public embarrassment and social norms
A partial historical quote notes diminished embarrassment among the public, suggesting shifting social norms and personal conduct during a prior era. The text conveys a sense of unease and social display in communal life.
Letter urges Lacon supply and gold region demand
A letter to the Editor dated August 15 1834 argues Lacon county merchants should publish shortages to aid citizens. It notes ten thousand pounds weekly consumed, no local gold for sale in Lumpkin County, and high regional demand. Carriage from Augusta to Auraria reportedly costs one dollar fifty cents per hundred pounds.
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State Rights Sentinel
Awnarza
Lumpkin County
Georgia
Tennessee
Augusta
Auraria
Journey Up Hudson: Sail, Shaker Settlements and Albany
The writer describes steam boat travel from New York to Albany via the Hudson in 1734 era details. He notes ferry schedules fares and the vast number of passengers. He visits Troy Niskayuna and Shaker Village and observes Shaker life beliefs and daily work practices with interest and cautious admiration.
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Mountain House
Hudson River
New York and Albany
New York
Albany
Alany
Catskill
Huigon
Providence
R. I
Henry Hudson
Bay of New York
John D. Verrnzano
Francis I
France
Georgia
North Carolina
Hudson
Athens
Kinderhoo
Holsland
Waion
Jamestown
Virginia
Aamed
Auroia
Beverwyck
Fort Oraage
Williamstad
Col
Carteret
Duke of York
Province of
Charles I
Capitol
City Hall
Stanwix Hall
Law
Baptist Church
State Street
Park Place
Academy
Albury
Troy
Episcopal Church
Mohawk River
Schenectady
Lake Champlain
L'Roy
Niskayuna
Shaker Observations on Morality and Hospitality
A traveler notes Shaker and Quaker influences in Georgia and the North, praising their quiet innocence, honesty, and domestic virtues. He admires their openness, mild discourse, and fair dealing, recounting hospitality, plain dress, and practical crafts that earn community trust. The piece ends with anticipation of continuing observations.
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Gentsman
Georgia
Worcester
Butler
Godroup
State Interposition and Nullification Debate
The piece argues that State rights demand interposition to protect reserved powers, but questions whether nullification by states is the sole effective method. It asks if states should remain passive or actively interpose to safeguard their rights, warning of possible violations if no action is taken.
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Augusta Chronicle
Union Democratic Republican
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Nanceeron
Paciet
Gibbons
Pexsoven
Quarantine Ground
New- York
York
Willian Gibbons
Morris’ Island
Europe
Shiewieg
Mgaura Ang
Board of Herth
Totalin
The
Savannah Republican
Friends and
Exchange
Jonny Mackirsom Beonian
Josefu W. Jackson
Flouanor
Rk. W.plournoy
Wouereas
State Rights' Party
State Rights’ Association
Chatham County
J. M. Berrien
Vice Press
H. Miturr
WP. Waite
Secretarics
Saratoga Springs
Ann Lee
Mother Ann
Ena
England
Jesus Christ
Vilage
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