29 Apr 1857
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Newspaper
Beaver County Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1857
Page
1
The notice outlines advertising terms and rates including a charge of 50 ota per seven lines and 25 cents for each subsequent insertion. It notes no paper discontinuation except by option and invites early advertisers to a liberal plan. Communications by mail receive prompt attention.
The passage depicts a chaotic critique of a theater troupe and press influence, naming themes of pride and national identity. It references Tiverton, the United States, a fort siege, and a public debate over action and apology amid a siege or conflict context.
A descriptive passage on opium dens in Canton portrays the deadly effects of smoking, the ritual setup with pipes and lamps, and the sight of addicts in various stages of addiction. It contrasts opium with spirits and notes the brutal toll on users, including the emaciated state of long-term smokers.
St Joseph correspondent reports a "wild man" captured last week after a chase through hills and fences. The man, about five and a half feet tall with long matted hair, wore cat skins and bark, spoke little, and escaped pursuit before vanishing into the countryside.
The Washington Star lists weights for Maine Democratic gentlemen visiting Mr Buellynan on business. Names include Major No Bod fists 250 I. Jones 245 Albert Smith 259 Movablye 240 L Dukielde 235 Patton 280 Wark 33330 Rise ej 220 Bennett 215 Burns 210 Sewall 210 McCrate 210 Young 2212 Badson 200 Moore 2005 Niiguen 200 Cliffod 255 Total 4494 Average weight of twenty persons 2244 lbs.
A New York producer released a tribute to John Dean and his wife, described as a living portrait of perseverance under difficulties, performed by actors amid a theatrical homage to Wiltkins and Dinwli.
A historical extract lists U S population rough 32 states and 27 million enslaved? The text details coast length 12 660 miles several railway figures 20 million cost 70 million and 784 miles central line. It cites annual agricultural value about 300 million with corn leading at 410 million bushels. Industrial output, mining wealth, and education and religious institutions are mentioned with various counts.
The piece describes the inauguration of St Louis officials led by Mayor John M. Wimar and his anti slavery speech. It reports a chaotic riverbank baptism ceremony with a priest and crowd reacting with laughter and crude remarks amid the night.
An obituary sketch recalls Judge Benjamin Tappan of Steubenville, a longtime senator and political figure. It notes his death occurred recently, his public service, and influence on anti slavery and religious liberty debates, while contrasting his wit with strict morals. It references his brother Arthur Topxin and his role in 1800s party affairs in Cincinnati Gazette.
The piece reports a violent clash among editors in Quincy and notes a controversial local election. It mentions threats and a fatal outcome for the Herald editor, while detailing accusations of fraud and a disputed mayoral result in Leavenworth Kansas. The tone mirrors a late 19th century newspaper page with confusing fragments and partisan rhetoric.
The passage records a rambling discourse during a tabernacle observance in Great Salt Lake City. It includes sharp, biased rhetoric against mothers and children, reflections on education and civility, and a digression on a duel era exchange involving Patrick Henry and Chief Justice Marshall.
Warlei reports Sam Houston may enter the race as a Democrat in Texas. The potential candidacy centers on challenging the Democratic nominee for governor.
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