Local Officials and Appointments Listed
A fragmented 1806 Washington County document lists officials including President Judge B B Chamberlin of New Brighton Associate Judges AGNEW and DUFF, Senator Col Wy Taylor, Beaver Borough leaders Matthew Quay and DAY, and county officers such as Clerk of Courts Darius Singleton, Commissioner TAS Warnock, Auditor J M McMillin, and Trustees of Keardeniy Dr John Murgay.
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Tie Enok
Washington
B. B.chamberlin
New Brighton
Agnew ‘Duff
New
Brighton
AL Wy. Taylor
Matthew
Quay
Beaver
Day
Washington County
Newing
Washington ‘Co
Register’ & Recorder
Darius
Singleton
Raccoon
John' A Frazier
Tas
Warnock
North
Sewickly
Poor
John Ks Putter
Raceche
J. M'Millin
Keardeniy
John
Murgay
Bridbewstir de David Stanton
N-Brighton
Local editor ridicules Mr Clymer amid Copperhead talk
An article from Heading Pennsylvania recounts a late week Copperhead Convention discussion where Governor Heister and Mr Clymer were mentioned. It criticizes mocking commentary and warns against personal mischaracterization while urging factual restraint before October elections.
Educator recounts political reform and party alignment efforts
A writer describes recent praise for reforms in manners and editorial etiquette within the county. The piece details instructing a pupil toward supporting the Union Republican stance, condemning Democratic aims and predicting the Philadelphia convention's impact on party alignment.
Representative Soldier Convenes Inquiry on Governors Vote
A group of soldiers gathers on a Wednesday in this town to discuss support for Clymer as Governor. They question featherbed recruitment and ask Major Powers to clarify who among local soldiers fought and who did not, seeking an answer on the camp’s loyalties.
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Poldhora
Dor Clymer
Rauch
Aks
Imarobing
Teadorabipiot
Geary
Shea
Vallandigham Named Delegate From Ohio District
Vallandigham, a prominent patriot, has been elected as delegate from the 8th Ohio District to the Philadelphia convention. The piece notes his strong loyalty and expected influence, with reflections on the convention’s potential impact and regional tensions amid ongoing Southern troubles.
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Vallandigham
Controversy Over Clymer Military Rally Sparks Local Debate
The article details a large county gathering in Clymer with soldiers in attendance totaling thirteen men, provoking criticism of military displays and party politics. It notes reputations of Col. Taylor and Geary, and hints at forthcoming responses when Taylor returns home.
Army and Navy Promotions Reported in Senate
On the 25th alt General Grant was unanimously confirmed by the Senate to the rank of Lieutenant General under the new law. Sherman is promoted to the vacant Lieutenant Generalcy, while Farragut has, like Wise, been promoted to Admiral. The promotions match Grant's Army rank and will be welcomed by those who admire military genius and courage.
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Army
Navy
Grant
Senate
Sherman
Farragut
Wise
Grant’s
Beaver County Railroad Stock Dispute Probed
A reader letter in Beaver County Local attacks Col Sholes and the commission controversy over railroad indebtedness. The writer defends successors and questions the honesty of Johnston Pallon Elliott, asserting prior statements conflict with Sholes and denouncing the attack as political maneuvering.
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Beaver County
J. A Sholeés
Othe Sargusined
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Commissionera
Dnd -&Pittsburg
Aidavita
Beaver
Johnston
Pallon
Given
Elliott
Beaver County Grand Jury Warned Over Railroad Bond Scheme
Testimony before the Beaver County Court of Common Pleas in 1853 alleges Grand Jurors were urged by Cyrus Pightiss and J R Shannon to subscribe 1000 to the Pittsburgh and Beaver Railroad. They claim promises of county mortgage security influenced their vote, with J A Soles described as active in pressing support and Governor-like assurances from road officials.
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Coanty
sonAdwneh
Beaver
Bas
Cyrus
Phantis
John
Pahaonon
Comenigsiarq
Grand Junrore
J. A. Soles
Grand
John M. Elliott
Pennsylvania
Court of Common Pleas
Robert Tallor
Charles
Beaver County
Jane Term
Beaver Poanty
Ciscelaid
Brittabang Heilroad Company
Cyrus Pightiss
Eponenta
Johe.r. Shannon
Grand Jury
Webb
Robert Tallon, Og
Charles Given
Wevann
Matthew Johnston
Prenties
Aid
Pardoatty
Ascurov
Bermlens
Tesa
Ee Fie
Farthdt
Ske
Pivcett
Sit
Anteot
Sholes
Steve
Sam
Godintstoner
Legisisturs
Beaumakin
Daniel
Rhys
Skbles
Roran
Contention Over Grand Jury Powers and Road Law
A reader questions the legality of a road project and Grand Jury authority. The letter disputes claims of authority, defends the commissioners, and critiques the writer Sholes and the legal reasoning behind the subscription and expenditure.
Doom of Traitors cited in chaotic party convention scene
Fragmentary report describes a July meeting where Union men elected Edgar Cowan to the U S Senate and denounced alleged traitors. Included are names like Johnstop, Porter, Bigler, and Packer as figures in a feuding convention and political maneuvering amid references to Cowan and Johnston.
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Joe Flanigan
Aprele
Edgar Cowan
Individu
United States Senate
Rebela
F. Johnstop
Ted
United States
Bradford
Imma
A. Wallace
Ops
Siata” Gestral Iy
Déleg
Cowan
Johnston
Tracy
Oyal
Union- Jing
David R. Porter
Frien Willnces
P Convention
Washington
Great ‘Union Party
Jeff. Davis
Leoutia
Congress
Union
Flanigan
Besd
Front
Judas Tecariot
Sige’ Jupne
Kansas
Pennsylvania
Philadelphie Vis
James “Campbe Saab
Henry
D. “Foster
H. . Wier
J IB Sweitzer
Geo. P. Hamilton
iGeb
W. Cass
Williama Sitwell
Jessse Lazear
Wm. Hopkins
iWe
Trenson
South Carolina
Harrisburg
Traitors and Union Supporters Clash Over Convention Plans
Harrisburg Telegraph reports heated debate on loyalty and treason amid proposed Rebel Convention delegates in Philadelphia. The piece cites threats against traitors as it details Unionists and several named delegates from various districts aligning against Confederate sympathizers and urging unity in the postwar political landscape.
Atlantic telegraph cable completes across ocean links
A telegram from Heart's Content dated July 21 announces the cable across the Atlantic has been laid, linking Ireland, Newfoundland, and the United States. Cyrus W Field at Heart's Content dated July 29 praises the achievement and hopes for improved hemispheric intercourse and harmony between nations.
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Atlantic
Ireland
Newfoundland
Johnson
Washington
D. C
Sim
United, States
Cyrus ‘W. Frexel
Washinaton
Republic of the Wiest
Baatern Hersere
AnDagw’Jonneon
Adjournment of Congress Ends Debates in 1868 Session
The ninety ninth Congress adjourned after a brief evening session. Key measures stalled, including an appropriation bill and a Senate proposal to raise members’ salaries to five thousand dollars. Both houses insisted on their positions, risking passage of the measure.
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Dé Honte
Congress
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