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Newspaper
Augusta Washingtonian
Location
Augusta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1844
Page
7
The text explains turning inert garden matter into manure via lime or mineral aids and explains urine and kitchen waste as manure sources. It outlines constructing six buried tubs to collect liquid and semi liquid wastes, mixing with solid garden earth to form a pulp, then applying or storing. It mentions additional compost from horse and cow droppings to boost yield.
The Savannah Star notes rapid growth of Washingtonian Total Abstinence groups in Savannah with Parent and Mechanics Auxiliary Societies totaling hundreds. It reports a new Soldiers at Oglethorpe Barracks society and plans for Sailors and Seamens Temperance Boarding House as part of expanding temperance work. The piece cites Amelia verse lines and a jest about a rum-seller's vote.
A temperance bill proposes local referendums in each town or city to decide if licensing for sale of intoxicating liquors is permitted within precincts. Decisions can be reconsidered in following years if one fourth of voters request. No money shall be exacted for the process.
A Boston paper reports shifting liquor licenses and a temperance pledge at the National Theatre. It cites a history lesson on Cleopatra and notes the dissolved fortunes by wine, illustrating society's ongoing consumption and revenue tied to spirits.
The Naval Court of Inquiry into the Princeton explosion reports that Captain Stockton and his officers acted with prudence and professional conduct. The gunning was built on solid principles and tested thoroughly, and no blame is assigned to any Princeton crew member. The court notes Stockton Hunt and King stood in a dangerous position during trials and explosion with due confidence in their observations.
The Street Inspector of the Seventh Ward uncovered a long-abandoned cellar body at the Water and Walnut streets corner. The woman appeared dead nearly two years, with violence suspected as the likely cause. The Coroner planned an inquest to develop further details amid public excitement.
Testimony from neighbors and Maria Strachan details years of ill treatment of Roche's daughter by Roche and his wife. Marks of violence and a black eye are described, with a rope used during beatings. Roche and wife reportedly lived in Front street five years ago and fled to Ireland after ongoing abuse. A corroded carving knife was found under the remains when placed in a box.
A Southern medical pocket book designed as a practical guide for families will be published in sheet form twice monthly, totaling about 300 to 350 pages when complete. It covers botanic remedies, anatomy, medicine, obstetrics, dispensatory, recipes, surgery, glossary, and an index. Subscriptions begin May, with prices per copy and bulk rates listed. postage is the same as newspapers.
The Augusta market reports cotton at 638 with many holders refusing to sell while others offer enough to meet demand. Anticipation of March steamer accounts may boost activity if the figures justify prices. Bagging demand remains light and country buyers are scarce as groceries show a dull week with limited demand until cotton trading picks up.
A compiled list records payments to the Washingtonian with entries for Dr. Jos. A. Eve and Dr. E. A. Eve in 1844, Wilcox in 1844, Dr. A. F. Campbell through 1845, Mrs. Mary A. Sallerstedt in Greenville through March 1845, C. B. Carter in Ruckersville through 1845, Col. W. Lanyon at Pine Log through July 1844, and John F. Andrews in Washington through March 16, 1845.
R LAMBERT informs Augusta ladies she arrives from Charleston with a patent cutting system for dresses habits sleeves yokes capes and more. After three hours instruction any woman can fashion articles accurately and economically with risk of misfits eliminated. Classes run daily at 137 Broad Street with books and charts included. no charge without satisfaction. Also rights for other cities available.
The readable fragments report ten deaths and twelve fatalities without clear names, dates, or locations. No further context available.
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