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Newspaper
Beaver County Argus
Location
Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1858
Page
2
Survivors recount a deadly blaze aboard the ship off Halifax as the vessel burned rapidly. Crew and passengers staggered through smoke and flames, with several rescued after the fire cut off escape routes. The report notes high casualties and uncertain totals among those below deck.
A charged political exchange features Florence Disteie challenging sitting Democrat to a public discussion over charges of proscriptions and corruption. The piece cites Democratic struggles with Lecompton policy, calls for unity, and notes republican momentum in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and nationwide amid race for Senate control and mining booms in Wisconsin and Iowa.
Reports from Cincinnati describe a highly energized union movement meeting with broad satisfaction over party nominations. The Baltimore Philadelphia train incident near Parrysville ends with fatalities and injuries, while a yellow fever outbreak yields numerous deaths.
A fragmentary letter from Havana discusses a recent British claim to an island and speculation about its value. The writer notes Spanish presence and references an engineer's estimate of twenty ships’ worth in dollars, with attention to island contents and reliability of authorities.
A shaky OCR fragment notes that Fourteco tribes of Indians declared war on Texas. It mentions an October 4 entry and a Thomas Rice paper mill at Newton burned or damaged at a loss of 500 to 600, supposedly covered by a judiciary or justice claim.
A local gathering in Philadelphia endorses protective tariffs, citing historical votes and letters linked to Mr Dallas. It recounts 1846 correspondence praising tariff support, notes a contested assertion from The North American editorial copy, and urges backing Mr Read for public office amid ongoing debates about trade policy.
Fragmentary OCR lists a slate of officials including a supreme judge, congress members, a county commissioner and other named figures such as William Stewart Joseph James Orr Henry Koe Young Marquis with unclear roles and dates. The text appears to be an official roll or notice from a state or county government.
A fragmented note outlines a vote only plan for appointing delegates. It mentions counties townships and districts and specifies numbers of delegates per area.
Fragmentary text mentions Bate Derepton and Democratic ties with unclear context. Notes on premiums, counties, and a plan to settle, referencing Beaver county and old Beaver stock, with garbled phrases about reading, expectations, and a future with a supply of everything.
The Beav County political community urges neighbors to join a march and expression of views against broken promises and attempts to enslave Kansas. They call for awakening, courage, and a united effort to secure victory for free soil and statewide support.
Fragmented, old text discusses fear of manipulation in a Commissioner race. It names Kennedy and Democrats, critiques party leaders and funding, and questions bias and loyalty within the political process. The piece reflects partisan tension and concerns over fair candidate support.
A heated local exchange questions Mr Bhrotes Kennedy and pledged support. The neighbor demands proof of binding promises, while the editor of the Star is cited for nonbinding documents. The piece notes Mr Sbrodde’s pledge to expose office business within a year and mentions changes in Theophilus Fenn and local Canal Commissioner candidate Cochrad.
A partisan op ed questions county officials including Philip Cooper and the board, accusing mismanagement and urging reform. The Star counters, casting doubt on Kennedy and praising Cooper while critiquing both parties and the call for accountability amid perceived abuses.
A local column accuses Democratic leaders in Beaver County of aiding a large railroad debt and criticizes a neighbor for political attacks on the court system. It argues the Democratic Board of Commissioners bears responsibility for a hundred thousand dollar debt and urges caution against partisan criticisms that fuel opposition.
The Beaver Co Agricultural Society Board met at Beaver Court House on October 2 1858 with Eakin presiding pro tem amid missing president Richey. Members present included Anderson Darragh Caughey Dickson Wilson Reed Hice Potter Hawkins Coppingham and Barclay. The premium awards were examined and authorized for payment for the 2nd and 3rd days of the fair. Warrant approvals covered repairs and band expenses of 30 dollars. Notices and reports touched on fair exhibits from various states and mentions of iron city college dominance in penmanship and a steamer disaster near a river bridge with two deck hands lost.
A county convention endorses James Ruchanan and denounces anti Lecompton sentiments. It lauds his administration defending law and foreign recognition while taunting Kennedy and Buchan. The note hints at pardons, Hunt’s Bridgewater shop, and local stock offerings to attract buyers.
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