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Newspaper
Beaver Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1866
Page
2
A newspaper note revises last week’s tally of Democrats in the Senate and House. The corrected recap aligns the numbers for the next legislature after identifying an error in the prior report.
Fragmentary OCR conveys a reference to an official vote in Greene County and district majorities across counties, with incomplete wording about timing and paper publication. The readable bits suggest reporting on election outcomes and local majority results.
A local plea counters Odell's defeat in the last election. The writer urges Odell to emigrate away from Noble County Ohio, arguing that Union supporters strengthened their position and that southern fields offered better opportunities, making a move away impractical.
An old account recalls Ohio county politics over thirty three years, noting the Democratic ticket’s long strand of defeats and Republican majorities. It cites fluctuating margins, a typical vote near three thousand, and praise for Unforman of Little Carroll for his steady zeal and rising majority.
In a reflective spleen, proponents denounce a radical Civil Rights pamphlet that alleged harsh penalties, urging transparency on prosecutions and future church seating demos. The missive also mocks Montgomery's campaign tactics in Beaver and nearby counties, questioning timing and motives.
Speech on election fraud cites copper vote importations into counties and West Virginia influence. The Scranton area is blamed for fraudulent naturalization papers and boosted Democratic majorities. The Evening Star sinks near New Orleans. Captain Knapp and many passengers perish.
A massive fire swept Quebec Canada starting early morning at a grocery store. High winds fueled rapid spread across buildings and streets, killing no one but leaving about 18 000 homeless and destroying roughly 3 060 000 in property value.
The piece reports political tensions in Baltimore involving ex rebels and the governor Thomas Swann. Citizens fear efforts to replace Loyal Commissioners with rebels’ allies to influence the November vote, risking conflict as authorities defend constitutional laws.
Fragmented OCR shows a proceeding with voting totals by county and district in Pennsylvania. Names such as Wilson and Barclay appear in financial and organizational notes. A note mentions a vacancy to be filled by Mr Throsda and a proposed reunion for the 100th Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Roundheads with officers named.
Maryland Governor Thomas Swann warns against military and other combinations forming to obstruct laws. He cautions that similar plots may arise in other states to invade Maryland and oppress citizens. The proclamation, dated October 22, 1866, vows strict accountability and state power to punish riots and violence.
Official returns indicate a union majority of about 44 000 in Ohio, marking an increase of roughly 12 000 since last year. The report underscores continued union strength in the state amid statewide vote totals and demographic shifts.
The Union State committee congratulates Pennsylvanians on a decisive victory. It notes gains in Congress, endorsement of constitutional amendments, and a large majority in state legislature. Thanks are given to colleagues, staff, and supporters, especially the Blue Union and Philadelphia allies, for loyalty and effort.
Dispatches report Senator Gowan meeting the President for a cabinet post as term ends. Baltimore Mayor and Police Commissioners face threats of armed resistance with possible U S troop involvement to quell disturbances. Montgomery Blair spoke with the President on Maryland troubles and 20,000 votes were cast for Hiester Cly at a recent election.
The article cautions readers about Gift Enterprise advertisements seen in Canadian papers. It notes some firms claim valuable prizes for small sums but warns most offers are scams. It mentions a Montreal paper case dated Saturday Header, with Nassau Street NY firm Sacauan Watson & Company as promoters.
The Boston Journal discusses improving toe protection in footwear. It notes that tougher toes reduce wear and mentions fashion bias toward sturdier, metal tipped shoes as a response to the need.
Beized and taken in execution as the property of Jacob S. Price at the suit of Calvin Futtle. The lot sits in Pulaski township Beaver county Pa Lot No 3 Townsend tract bounds described by maple tree line 110 feet east 222 feet south by defendant land 110 feet west 220 feet to the beginning containing about one acre with a one story frame mill building and two large cast iron rollers on an upright shaft 82 by 36 feet front and depth. Office Sienive's Office Jos Ledlie Sheriff.
The court approves the application of the Presbyterian congregation of Bethlehem for a charter of incorporation. The court orders the instrument filed in the Prothonotary’s office and publication per law. Unless a cause is shown, the charter will be granted at the next term. Trial list includes Samuel Morrow, Ham Kinasy, G Alexander, Marker's heirs, Michasi Main, Henry Barr, Samuel Assellin.
Fragmentary docket notes list cases and participants including Thomas Greenlee Thomas Poe and wife Jackson Chambers BC P RCo Al ham Hunter Geo W Barclay and John Beatty Brs Ex v Wm Jones with Weyand as Pro. The readable items show a Monday session and various legal references without full context or outcomes.
Notice to creditors and claimants of the estate of Granton Gozno late of Beaver on the portion, asking for immediate payment and presentation of claims properly authenticated to the undersigned executor James Ceprusons Ext Xow Sewiedly.
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