Licenses for Eating Houses Reform in Cumberland County
The Cumberland County Legislature passed an act requiring all Eating Houses and Ale Houses to be licensed by the Court of Quarter Sessions with applications filed to the Clerk of Courts and publicized as tavern licenses. The change shifts discretion to the Court, replacing prior Treasurer and District Attorney control, and is praised by local officials though Democratic editors debate Soldier pay politics and Clymer’s record.
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Veteran bounty bill aims to pay local credits to volunteers
The amended act seeks three hundred dollar local bounties for veteran volunteers who reenlisted under War Department orders and did not receive local pay. It directs counties towns and townships to fund the credits from credited veterans, with evidence from Adjutant General records, and sets tax authority for school directors to raise funds. The measure discusses credits, districts debts, and the aim to compensate those who served.
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Ohio Whig Henry Sisesborg Named for Regent Pipes
The New York Tribune notes Ohio’s strong record in national service and hints Henry Sisesborg may be tapped for a high post. Stonebury of Kentucky Newport is cited as a top lawyer and Whig Republican ally who aided the Civil Rights Bill veto legal points. Confirmation by the Senate remains in doubt.
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Assassination Probe Probes Jefferson Davis Links
A Washington dispatch reports the House Judiciary Committee examined Dr. James Meredith who testified of a Montreal meeting of Southern leaders in 1865. He said plans to assassinate Lincoln Stanton and Grant were discussed and Booth was named. Meredith also cited a Davis letter and Clement Clay confirming knowledge of the plot.
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Desperado Terrill In Kentuck Killings After Fratricide
Fratricide in Kentucky leaves Kendrick and Alton Stanfield brothers in deadly altercation. Terrill Withers and others observed near Christainburg Shelbyville pike as tension rises after a pistol was fired. Terrill vows vengeance following murder trial statements by sworn examiners.
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Disaster on the steam tug European near New York
Reports detail a fearful explosion aboard the steam tug European causing the destruction of part of the wharf and many deaths including the captain. The incident is tied to alleged nitro glycerine on board. The article also covers diplomatic exchanges with France on non intervention and a cost estimate of the Civil War in the United States.
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California Colorado and Navy relief bills dominate sessions
Congressional records show debates on the Colorado relief bill, Navy pay reforms, and Veteran Reserve Corps questions. The Senate and House handled pensions, military construction, and expenditures, adjourning on April 19 with action pending on various resolutions and notices to print and reimburse bills.
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Assembly Proceedings Highlight House Actions and Committees
A fragmented report outlines South-Ilies Phe Bonet bill activity and bills read in the House. The session adjourned at 40 o clock amid calls to regulate commerce and postal communication between states and to repeal ceding Alexandria County to Virginia.
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French attack near Mazatlan repelled with heavy losses
Dispatches from Mazatlan dated March 28 report French forces of about 1,100 troops attacked Geo. Corgna and Rubi three miles from Mazatlan. A severe battle followed with the French completely defeated, losing 700 killed and wounded and 850 scattered. remaining troops retreated. Barricades held and Republicans poised to seize Mazatlan.
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Peanopy's Return and Civil War Reverberations
Aged notices recount international honor for Peanody an American citizen in England and praise for Sherman Sheridan and Grant. The Richmond Examiner urges cholera risk as civil rights debate rages. Eastport Fenian activity and Calais excitement noted. Philadelphia to host return of the Pennsylvania regiments flags on Independence Day.
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Letter Draft Questioning General Littell’s Camp Dennison Conduct
A 1846 dated note from Lawrence Leigh references rumors that John 8 Littell took men to Camp Dennison Ohio and sold them. The writer asks for investigation and proposes publishing correspondence to vindicate Littell’s character from the charges.
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Camp Dennison Recruiting During Civil War Row
James Mimbrie of Tate Maine defends Gen. Littell and recounts 1861 events at Camp Dennison. He describes vacancies filled by another regiment, Littell’s men allowed to return home or join any unit, and his own recruitment of a new company to fill the gap. He praises Littell as a gentleman and patriot amid Beaver County controversy.
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Booth Capture Mentioned Amid Market Fluctuations
Fragmentary report notes Edward P O Doherty credited as Booth captor and references wartime military ranks. It also cites price drops in New York such as three dollars per thousand and declines in fastener and alcohol barrels, reflecting market volatility.
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