Washingtonian Editorial The Post Remittance Advice
From Augusta February 1 1845 the Washingtonian issue notes postmasters are empowered to remit subscriber payments to publishers. It lists editors and officials and explains readers can pay through the local postmaster to cover subscriptions without postage costs.
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THE
Washingtonian
Augusta
W. T. Buaxtivy
D. Hoox
WJ. Hard
James Harpre
fEsq
C.sedon
A. W. Nok
Post
Drunkard’s Reform Echoes in 19th Century Pledge
The piece discusses a philosopher’s warning against indecent behavior as a preventive measure for drunkenness. It cites ancient Lacedaemonian practices and praises total abstinence promoted by 19th century reformers. It argues the Washingtonian pledge as a simple, effective cure for intoxication.
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Wisetel
Washingtonian
Simms Monthly Magazine Noted for Americanism in Literature
A review highlights Simms Monthly Magazine with focus on its Americanism in Literature article urging a distinct American literary voice. It also covers a Civic meeting in Augusta about canal rights and industrial plans, praising local support for water power and factory development.
Notions of Industry and Climate Shape a Child’s View
The passage argues that a nation’s peculiarities, resources, and soil influence its industry and climate. It contends that a child’s early senses and familiar objects color imagination, guide thoughts, and shape affections toward things observed in youth.
Clerical official jailed for defalcation in Washington
McNulty, state Clerk of the House of Representatives, a defaulter around 40 000 dollars, was arrested at a Washington drinking house on Sunday and committed to prison. Defalcation and drinking are commonly linked according to the New York Organ.
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McNulty
House of Representatives
Washington
N. Y. Organ
Veratas Barroom Fumes And Gaming Tactics
A fragment notes patrons lingering in a barroom as fumes rise and gaming tables entertain. The terse line evokes a scene of dissipation and idle leisure amid a crowded social space.
American Manufactures Push For Cotton Duty Remission
A large Manchester meeting, chaired by the Mayor, urged the government to remit the cotton duty. Mr. R H Greg, former Manchester MP, led the principal speech noting the £600,000 yearly tax and the threat to English industry from U S competition, emphasizing urgency for relief.
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New York Courier & Enquirer
Manchester
R. H. Greg
M. P
United States
American cotton trade edge over Britain in 1840s exports
The document outlines English tariff and transport costs versus American production advantages, estimating a ~10 percent general gain for U S cotton and 15 percent on coarse yarns. It cites rising U S manufacturing from 1823 to 1843 and letters from Buenos Aires, Valparaiso, Lima, Manila, and Glasgow traders showing strong U S competition in global markets.
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United States
Boston
Atlantic
Glasgow
Greg
America
Messrs. Jones, Gibson & Ord
China
Europe
Buenos Ayres
Messrs
John Anderson & Co
Montevideo
Valparaiso
Lima
Messrs. Gambling, Brothers & Co
South America
Great Britain
House of Graham & Co
Manilla
West Indies
Canada
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Caleb W. Key
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J. B. C. Quillain
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Sandersville
W. Graham
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Sparta
A. T. Mann
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George Bright
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Daniel Kelsey
Stephen H. Cooper
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William Foster
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Mie M. Smith
William D. Bussey
Fort Vaile
LaGuance
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R. J. LaGrange
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Alfred Dorman
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J. P. Dickerson
John Wardlaw
Franklin
Jacob B. Hosue
Carrolton
Robert A. Johnson
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Andrew J. Reynolds
Ewton
William H. Hickey
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Blairsville
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Anthony C. Bruner
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Freeeman F. Reynolds
Lovick Pierce
American Bible Society
John W. Yarborough
Augustus D. Russell
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