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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1866
Page
2
A fragmented outline notes President Johnson and Secretary of State facing scrutiny as foreign policy is overhauled. It warns that bold ambitions may be abandoned and leaders will be held to account for their conduct in the international arena.
Fragmented excerpt discusses the constitutional amendment and political positions spanning the Union Republican stance, apparent references to royal states, Napoleonic parallels, and the public verdict on concessions. It shows debate over the plan of adjustment and the people’s response amid historical rhetoric.
The piece notes copperhead factions shifting from African American enfranchisement to universal suffrage debates. It cites The Chicago Times The Philadelphia Inquirer and Albany papers as showing evolving positions, with New York Democrats split on suffrage based on intelligence.
An 1840s analysis recounts Pope Pius IX’s early reforms, the Rossi cabinet, and Rome’s 1848 upheaval. It notes Pius IX’s later retreat, the temporary Rome Republic, Napoleon III’s intervention, and the shift of Papal residence amid European power changes. The piece references Cavour, Bismarck, and presses on church independence.
An editor argues against removing Puritanical ghosts from Beaver and warns that shifting population would threaten local business. The piece contends Old Foggism sustains intolerance and future manufacturing may suffer without steady, peaceful neighbors who pay debts and live as good citizens.
A New Jersey editor reports on the vacancy created by Senator Wright’s death and notes Dent Frelinghuysen’s appointment as a leading candidate. The piece recalls past Frelinghuysens in the U S Senate and mentions local political maneuvering, endorsements, and rival scrutiny in Elizabeth and nearby areas.
The writer reflects on weather shifts from snow to rain and notes oil exploration progress. Reports new wells led by Dr Pancteon, potential oil production rivaling the past, and a discussion on forming a new county with Titusville as a center. Local politics, marriage questions, and social satire surface in a stream of letters.
A fragmented Beav er Falls letter extols progress under modern culture and industry. It notes peace after war, growth of cities, and new manufactories. The piece mentions Beaver Falls once called Old Brighton and properties owned by James Patterson and Economy Society, with land laid out for town and development ahead.
A string of constructions and improvements is underway in Beaver Falls and New Brighton. A three story factory building by Waddle Bodilson for ocra is rising, new rail and river access upgrades aid commerce, and Dr Duncan's mansion is being fitted. The Pittsburgh Cutlery Company’s Rochester venture plans to expand with funding from Baker and Henrich. Beverages and accommodations expand with the Beaver Falls Palace House opening under Glenn, while plot diagrams by Mr Wilcox attract buyers. Archibald Robinson becomes revenue collector, moving into Beaver Falls office duties.
In Brinaports Ixv November 21 the Grand Army of the Republic adopts resolutions and elects officers including Commander in Chief S A Hurburt and J B McKean New York. The convention pledges to defend civil liberties and support veterans and orphans and widows of Union soldiers and seeks legislative action for bounties pensions and benefits.
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