News From India War Reports And Mutineer Outlook
London's October 18 Times summarizes India news with grim detail on sieges and mutineer activity. It notes Delhi siege trains arriving, mutineers retreating at Dinapore and Agra, and efforts to gather forces while rebels scatter, threaten Allahabad, and face reinforcements. The piece laments lack of decisive gains and predicts dispersion unless a strong general rises.
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Tadred
Panjab
Nepan
Deras
China
Udy
Delhi
Agra
Fae
Eyre
Dinapore
Shenj
Rane Poition
Anid
Allahabad
Dawnpore
Oudameme
Oude
Henares
Divapore
Price Trends in Wheat Markets and Farm Policy
The article discusses farmers’ harvest timing and price declines for wheat. It notes a drop from about one dollar and eighty cents per bushel to seventy-five cents offered by Prescott, with expectations of further falls as supply and demand shift. It argues against withholding crops and warns of long-term hurt to agriculture.
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Englana
Trenton State Ganetto
Pat Prescot
Nise
Romerat
Phila
Advertisers Charged and Terms for subscriptions
Notice outlines that charges apply upon overdue accounts and that no paper will be discontinued until all arrears are settled. Editors reserve the option to discontinue, advertising rates set at 50 cents per square for the first insertion and 25 cents for each subsequent. A liberal discount is offered to yearly advertisers.
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St .M. & J. Weyand
Onk Doucie
Firth Cenrs
The Death of George Cookman as Recalled by O H Smith
A reminiscence of George G Cookman’s career as a preacher and Senate Chaplain. The piece recalls his sermons in the House Hall and Senate Chamber, his emotional oratory, and his tragic disappearance at sea aboard the President en route to Liverpool. A vivid tribute to his eloquence and faith.
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O. H. Smith
Indianapolis Journal
Weckep
Wesley Chapel
Patrick
Ohio
Ima
George G. Cookman
Cookman
Senate
Aya
Henry Skeet
Mr.uckman
Gideon
Betta
Canucet
Luman
Hyuon
Self estimation and ambition in private conduct
An essay discusses how a person should value themselves without arrogance, noting the risks of overestimating powers and the virtue of measured confidence. It argues true judgment leads to progress, even if success is not assured, and warns against despair that paralyzes action. It also references Lucxon, a city in India, describing peril, population, geography, and urban contrasts.
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Tee Esterin
Jagein
Ted
Atte Aise
Luther's Monument Erected Near Altenstein In Thuringia
The Duke of Meiningen unveiled a simple column memorial to Luther near Altenstein. Thousands attended the consecration under beech trees in Thuringia as the scene recalls Luther's 16th century capture near Worms and the legend of the translation of the Bible. The fountain waters remain, and Luther’s hymn Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott was sung by the crowd.
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Luther Hosni
Meiningen
Thuringian Forest
Saver
Hermanfeldt
Luther
Font-Rore
Worms
Nouth
Altenstein
Frederick of
Saxony
European Financial Panic Rumors Reach New York
A scrambled 1857 despatch notes European money pressure. It cites London discount rate rises due to gold drains and U S impact. Rumors of suspensions in Manchester and Glasgow factories surface amid a broader crisis fear.
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Europe
Ateanship Baltic
New York
London
United States
Atlantic
England
Manchester
Scotland
al- Glasgow
New Steamship Plan Promises Fast Liverpool to New York Run
Proposal by Mr John Chir Jr of Liverpool for a 1000 foot long vessel surpassing the Great Eastern. Aims include 25 miles per hour speed and 5 day crossing, with 20 feet draft and advanced internal layout to prevent water intrusion. Emphasizes reduced loading costs and employment for 30,000 workers, funded via city bonds and food sales, amid debate on relief and public works.
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Sbede
Bfr
John Chir, Jr
Liverpool, ‘&Map
Liverpool-th
New York
Clair
India
Bevat
Thessa
Stresta
Corp ‘Neal
London Times urges Christianizing India by persuasion
The Times argues India must be Christianized not by force but through missionary effort. It faults past policy as cowardly and tied to conquest, predicts Hindus will resist but says evangelizing will proceed. War era actions may fuel religious tensions as missionaries begin work.
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London Times
India
Todit
The
Times
Toronto Colonist
Canada
Import values rise for textiles amid hard times
The report shows higher import figures for silks worsted goods carpets and textiles ending June 80 reflecting an increase over the previous year by nearly 12 million dollars. Prices and quantities across silk goods worsted textiles and carpets show steady growth despite economic strain.
Self taught man and the rise of political power
The piece discusses Wendell Phillips and the value of self education versus formal schooling, citing examples from American leadership. It extols self-made intellects like Henry Clay and Nat Banks, and notes public admiration for self taught figures shaping politics and national life.
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Wendell Phillips-enta
New York Tribune
N. Mark Post
Chott
Senie Elatersond Daateship
Saroun
Everett
Raeben
Aceas
Tully
Dera Athenes
Chera
Virgil
Palmeston
Regulaé
Napoleon Yearelf
Malskoff
America
National Housé of
Picete
Indies
Incer
Gonress
N.P23
Banks
House of Representatives
Sive | Clay
Henry Chy-cwae
Nat Banks
Waltham
Massachusetts
Banke
American Victory at Last in Grand Stakes Race
Telegraphed report from New York states Prioress El Hakim and Queen Bess dead heated in the first three trials. Prior, the American horse, won the deciding heat for a prize exceeding 10 000 dollars. Also noted are a charity bird sale raising 100 for the Bible Society and life memberships granted.
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New
Yorkias
Prioress
el Hakim
Priora
Ameri
Aera
Ida
Boston
Famine Threat Looms as Grain Prices Rise Across Regions
The report outlines severe hunger fears spanning 500 miles with warnings of coming shortages. It notes scarcity driving down grain and corn supplies, pushing prices up and forcing farmers to abandon land or beg as harvests fail.
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Andy
Plenty
Oregon Constitution Debated at Convention and Trade Notes
The Oregon Convention debates provisions to abolish grand juries and alter preliminary examinations. It proposes state treasurer acting if governor dies and sets Senate and Assembly size with biennial sessions. Debates slavery clauses and municipal debt bans linger amid a broader trade note about shortened credit and Canadian colored regiments for India.
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Oregon
Ehhal
Ibs
Senate
Assembly
Journal of Commerce
Yankee and Dutchman Bet Turns Into Biting Incident
A garbled exchange describes a bet between a Yankee and a Dutchman that ends with a biting dispute at a table. The tale, though fragmented, centers on a dare and a dramatic retort about swallowing and a sore scar.
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Timuca
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Harriso
Webster
Waslington
Smith
Governor’s Island
Liverpool
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Sten
Representative Hall
John Quincy Adame
Mr. Cookeran
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Mitch
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Star of Bethlehem
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Codk Jain
Onde
Goomfy
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Constitution of Oregon
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