Stanton Backs Probe Into Middlesex Manufacturing Funds
Debates in Washington center on a House committee probe of £87,000 paid by the Middlesex Manufacturing Company to influence tariff policy and related disbursements. Representative Stanton argues for formal investigation while Republicans warn against overreach and preserve congressional rights to confront witnesses.
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Middlesex Manuecturing Company
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W Waste
Stantessid
Ion Til
Thapilgehja
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Congress
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Welfias
Felina
Massachusetts
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Abe
Botton
Npeision
Lawrence, Stone, & Co
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Kwel
Pennsylvanis
Maryland
Mda
House
Senate
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Milldleex ‘Manufacturing Co
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Grow
Harris
Menberal
Ars
Congres
Faf Congress
Aldin
Sherman
Hind
Lercher
Torn
Cratic
Reichhwn
Denecraig
Ls Rerendeyy, Stone & Co
Tia Ike Sa
Fetich Greeny
Ida
Marie Sccasid
Gidding
Ion
Fragmentary India to Lucknow War Narrative and Ship Fire
Disjointed extracts describe actions around Lucknow and Cawnpore with references to Indian rebels, European troops, and a ship fire. Capt Castle reports a blaze spreading from the upper deck to the magazine, the crew’s efforts to save the vessel, and measures to contain the flames as daybreak approached.
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Lucknow
Yoveriahy
Byzibad
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Cawnpore
Cadé
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Holt
Ryett
Isod
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Pergon
Harrisburg Correspondence from the Iftaburg Gazettes
Harrisburg correspondence reports a crowded race for canal commissioner with Motty and Magraw in focus, plus editorial notes on arbitration bills and efforts to fund a state executive building. Other items cover toll increases on major planks, taxes, and efforts to curb Sunday liquor sales in Allegheny and Washington counties. The letter cites Motty, Magraw, Scofield, and James Gibson among figures, with statewide budget and court concerns noted.
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Faytte
Workman
Washington
Keatley
Motty
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Darth
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Magraw
Ther
Att
Scofield
Wirten
Senate
Gocette
Tolthie
New York
Sinre
Harrisbarger
Neers
Avery Irwin
Allegheny & Tens Ryarille
Imiar
James Gibson
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Tates
Beaver, Butler and Lace
Banks
Foster
Felas
Eng- Tashin
Tianeys
Thia
Billy
Treasury
Fragmented political rant on Union and Constitution
A long, garbled political screed discusses President Lincoln era themes, Kansas policy, and Southern opposition. It references Wise, the Virginia stance on the Constitution, and appeals to readers about unity, rebellion, and governance during a tumultuous period. The piece weaves in names, places, and legislative mentions amid chaotic prose.
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Ptraog Ting
Virginia
Compton Constituli Jion
C. Elketicia
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Union
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Keanaak
Leesmoren
Tania
Romie
Richmond
Fragmentary ship damage report after explosion
The damaged vessel was listed as heavily rolling after an explosion. Water flooded the hold and port quarter area, with the ship taking on large quantities of water aft.
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Ater
Beaver Argus Editor Weyand Retires in Beaver, Pa
In Beaver, Pennsylvania, Eaitor and Proprietor Weyand announces retirement from the Beaver Argus newspaper. The notice names 348 West Street as a reference point and marks a change in local reporting leadership for the publication.
Dissolution notice seeks settlements on December 20
Fragmentary notice from Beaver Che. informs indebted individuals to settle accounts at the office. Names Hon. Wi Stewart and Til Tojbrio appear in unclear context. The text requests attention to documents and road maps related to Pochet Map off.
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Stewart
Financial figures show banks nearing specie resumption
An 1848 California gold boom and large silver shipments push the national balance, with Pennsylvania banks reporting specie of 3.8 million and deposits over 14 million. The Tribune notes a possible resumption of specie payments as confidence rises among major cities including New York Philadelphia Baltimore and New Orleans.
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United States
Calirfornia
Europe
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New York
Philadelphia
Boston
Lialtimore
New Orleans
London
Paris
Novober
Te Banka
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Bank
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Boecig
Lectures and editorial notes on Republican leaders in the Argus
The Argus reports a lecture by Rev. C. P. Krauth on fathers and family virtue, praising parental duties and public morals. It then critiques an editorial in the Star attacking Black Republicans and Douglas Forney and Wilker, lamenting party discipline and calls for independent Republican thinkers.
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Star
Ie Witter
Republicana
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Forney
Wilker
Juaro
Col
Forne
Cahd
Missouri
Papala
Eatin
Krasas
Ponde Sovereignty Ag
United States
Hditor
Edeb
Johar Demisrats
Congress
Grim guAw
Kansas latest reports on state election and violence
Latest from Kansas indicates confusion over the December election and future actions. Reports mention Calhoun declining to serve, Henderson of Fort Leavenworth seized by Free State men, and ongoing uncertainty over state officers election results while some economic notes reference specie payments.
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Hoy Ras
Cleelin
Uke
Denver
Calhoun
Col Henderson Lof
Gavenworth
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Washington dispatch on Lecompton Constitution and state returns
A Washington report from January 15 notes threats by pro slavery factions in the House over admitting Kansas under the Lecompton Constitution. It states the House is evenly divided, with Republicans reportedly carrying the legislature by about 2000 and the anti Constitution vote leaning against slavery in Kansas.
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Wariong
Tepors
Hoanys
Re-elected Hararssora Official Advances Mansion Plan
Harabarg Hararssora reports Jan 18 that Ms graw has been re-elected as State Treasurer. Both Hoursgs pass a bill to erect an executive mansion. Garments maker Carnaghan praised for his unique finish and style at the Depot Alle gheny establishment.
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S. Msgraw
Carnaghan
Allegheny
Swith Bint
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