Thanksgiving Proclamation by Governor Pollock of Pennsylvania
Governor James Pollock proclaims November 26 as a day of thanksgiving and praise across Pennsylvania. He urges citizens to gather in obedience to religious customs, give thanks for past blessings, seek forgiveness, and pray for continued prosperity and divine mercy.
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Penneylvanya
Commonwealth
Fenypeeanie
Jas Pollock
Fia
Ite
Lsbor
James Pollock
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Trureday
Harriabargh
Joan M. Surniivan
Effects of the Crisis on English and American Markets
The piece warns of a money panic spreading from Europe to England as American trade pains ripple abroad. It notes Bank of England specie drains, possible suspension of payments, and fragile bank confidence. It cites London Times and regional banking strain with Missouri and Kentucky banks facing near windups. A brief sugar sample from Eastwick and Brothes is also mentioned.
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Europé
United States
England
Atest
London
Bank of England
Dhe Arai
India
Thioke
Bagland
Bega
Todia
New York
Pew
Leen
London Times
Fpius
Sdvices
St. Louis
Telegraph
Bank
Missouri Teust
Discovery of a new hemp flax plant in Wisconsin farm
A Wisconsin farm shows a wild growing plant yielding hemp flax stalks and cotton like pods. One root produced twenty stalks seventeen feet tall with numerous pods. It bleaches white in the field and can produce three to four tons of hemp per acre. The plant promises a revolution in the cotton trade and can grow on many soils with little cultivation.
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Merchants’ Magazine
Wisconsin
Life Iilustrated
Imeas
Tabor
Offee
Selttiog Srk
Hunt’s Magazine
We fight for principles and Republican vigor
Fragmented plea banners a Pennsylvania newspaper page showing political rhetoric about loyalty to the Republican party, duty, and enterprise. It cites training schools like Duff’s Bookkeeping and Lancaster Mercantile College praising premiums and educational success.
Free Constitution for Kandas and the coming constitutional convention
The article argues for a Free State stance in Kanes Territory. It asserts that forcing slavery into a new constitution without polls is oppressive and unacceptable. It claims public sentiment favors a Free State and urges Democratic delegates to recognize the will of the people.
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Bens Tor
Deitel
Union
Bod
Free State
Kanes
Suspended Railroads in the Last Thirty Days Reported
Several railroad firms are said to have protested on floating debt or made property assignments. Notable liabilities include New York Central near 888 million, Illinois Central 24.7 million, Philadelphia & Reading 23.2 million, Michigan Central 14 million, Michigan Southern 18 million, Cleveland & Toledo 7.5 million, Milwaukee & Mississippi 7 million, La Crosse & Milwaukee 14 million, Cleveland & Pittsburg 6 million, Del Lehigh Western 0.0 million, Chicago St Paul & North Western 24 million, Cumberland Coal 2.2 hundred thousand, Hastings & Broad Top 1.2 million, Steubenville & Indiana 5 million. Total liabilities sum to the listed combined total.
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Nemes
New York & Cen
Thlinois Central
Philadelphia & Reading
Michigan Central
Michigan Southern
Cleveland
Chicago,St. Paul & Foad
Pennsylvania
Cumberland Coal Company
Hastingdon & Broad Top
Steubenville & Indians i
Epenesoaseszee Voeees
Filibist crisis spurs swift gas steamer orders
Washington directs rapid outfitting of the navy’s swift gas steamer to intercept possible Walker expedition to Central America. The move follows reports of an expedition planned from New Orleans or the South and ties to a State Department circular urging district attorneys and marshals to prevent filibustering expeditions to Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
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Washington
Baltimore Sun
Department of State
United States District ‘Attorneys
Costa Rica
Nicaragua
P. T. Barnum Regains Wealth After Jerome Clock Co.
The Stanford Advocate reports P. T. Barnum is "on his legs" again and richer than before his Jerome Clock Company ties. He plans to pay from five to twenty five cents on the dollar for most claims, with about $15,000 to be paid in full. His vast property once assigned to creditors returns to him as he re furnishes and refits Traversistan for his future residence.
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Stanford
Conn
P. T. Barnum
Jerome Clock Company
Danbury
Tranistan
Our Nation's Voice in Crisis and Confidence
The excerpt contrasts mid 19th century praise and later self-critique of American character. It notes early optimism about progress and later harsh judgment of financiers and speculators amid monetary troubles, reflecting shifting national self-perception over time.
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The
New York Times
Ware
Southern Opinion on Free State success and Gov Walker
The Southern press argues Free State gains in Kansas spark Southern anger at Gov Walker and the administration. It says Buchanan failed to meet Southern wishes, calling him a politician not a statesman and a choice of evils. The South supposedly backed him to defeat the Black Republican candidate.
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Home’ Missionary Society
Washington Union
Home Missionery Society
Indian Territory
Kansas
Buchagan
Free State ‘Party
Walker
N.O .Della
Buchanan
South
Missouri
Mineonrhaps
Kuosas
Bowie
Atep
Hk Ptt
Stephen
Nees
Anky ‘Ney
Cimitts
Damé
Carnaghan's Clothing Store Featured at Federal Street
A fragment notes Carnaghan's Feder al street Allegheny City offering white and colored shirts gloves hosiery ties scarves and gents shawls with a full stock of first class clothing for men and boys. The ad praises neatness quality and prices and claims every garment is warranted well made.
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Carnaghan
Federal Street
Depot
Allegheny City
Jis
Hope for Better Weather at Track Meet
Report notes the track day was chilly and damp but usable. Officials express hope that tomorrow's events will run in more favorable conditions and athletes may perform under improved weather.
The Prinecesiveness of Democracy in Debate
A fragmentary criticism traces Democratic shifts on slavery and federal power, noting past opposition to the Missouri Compromise and later alignment with Republican rhetoric. It predicts continued party realignment and hints at presidential contest dynamics shaping 4 years ahead.
Unclear fragment lists apples and varieties in transit
The readable text mentions heart seedling varieties and several named apples like Romanite and Gol den gate with a note about late fall and winter fruits. It hints at a catalog or shipment summary but is largely garbled.
Descriptive fragments from a 19th century newspaper item
A compilation of imperfect notes reports political figures such as Wilmot and Packer, a New Brunswick publisher W. Hi. Johnston, and an 1830s Destructive Fire in Chicago with casualties. It mentions temperance addresses by John Y. Marks of Hancock County Virginia and notes on Lawrence County Bank’s operations and election results in a Minnesota context.
Perit Devearzp Hon Jobo Petitt Defeated for Judgeship
The article notes the notoriety of Perit Devearzp and Hon. Jobo Petitt for extreme conduct in Washington. It reports Petitt was recently defeated in a bid for a judgeship among the Indians community.
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Perit
Unclear voters and job losses cited in fragmented clipping
The fragment notes about 12 000 workmen being laid off in New York City over the past week or two due to a financial crisis. It also lists official votes for governor with names and tallies from California including Weller Branley Bowie and others.
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New York City
Paul Leidy Elected to Congress in Luzerne Districts
Paul Leidy is elected to fill the Luzerne district vacancy caused by the death of Hon. John G. Montgomery. The selection confirms Leidy's entry to Congress bypassing the late representative's seat.
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Paul Leidy, Esq
Luzerne
John G. Montgomery
Grand Jury Presentment on Beaver Academy Neglect
The Grand Jury of Beaver County reports the Beaver Academy building and grounds show marked neglect by the Board of Trustees. They call for repairs to the building and fence, note vandalism and dilapidation, and request court publication of the presentment to inform county residents. Foreman John S. McCoy signed September 17, 1857.
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Grand Jury
Court of Quarter Sessions
Beaver County
Beaver Academy
John 5
McCoy Foreman
Monument Erected at Naval Academy for Noble Conduct
Navy officers resolve to place a commemorative monument at the Naval Academy in Annapolis honoring his death and urging emulation of noble conduct.
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Tlaxuz
Naval Academy
Adnapolis
Notable Movements Near Laramie and Utah Delegates
September reports describe long train movements toward Laramie with Bey and Ricci among leading figures. Souter’s trains sit within 140 tides of the Valley while others lag. Van Viest has logged over 2400 miles since August with cautious treatment by Lake City leaders. Fort Bridges notes heavy snows on the 15th. Utah delegate Bero arrives with Van Vliet to Weshing. Engineers Nichols and Reber join Plegraw’s wagon train, which has left Pacific Springs for wintering. Government cattle suffer losses as mules break down and forage shrinks. Goal, commander at Laramie, denies ordering an overhaul of the Mormon train.
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Beyan
Laramie
Ricci Ae Bey
Sein van Viest
Hee
Lake City
Fort
Berobefsel
Congress
Utah
van Vliet
Weshing
Nichols
Reber
Engiboere
Plegraw
Tey
Pacifec Springs
Offaien
Virginia Synod Withdraws From General Assembly Over Slavery Issue
The Washington City Synod of Virginia votes 30 to 3 to withdraw from the General Assembly citing slavery disputes. It approves Richmond faction resolutions backing cooperation with a new United States Synod to meet in Knoxville Tennessee on the first Thursday in April next.
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Presbyterian Synod of Virginia
Washington City
New School Presbyterian Synod of Virginia
General Assembly
Sunderland
Haskill
Washington
Dunning
Baltimore
Richmond
U. States
Hard Money Currency Debate Prompts Democratic Push
The Richmond editorial urges the Democratic Party to end talk of soft money and deliver hard money currency nationwide. It argues Democrats hold power in federal and state governments and must act, led by Virginia lawmakers, to implement hard currency.
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Burabog
Richmond
Union
Ili
Virgina Solons
Editorial Fraternity Chosen for Local Trust Roles
In Cambria and nearby counties key editors and officials are elected to trust positions. G Nelson Smith is re elected. Johnstown Echo editor and others from Jeffersonian Fulton Democrat Chambersburg Transcript and Newcastle Gazette win posts including Register and Recorder Fayette county Prothonotary and county treasurer. The piece also urges merchants to advertise to lure customers amid tough times.
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Pennsylvania
G. Nelson
Smith
Johnstown Echo
Cambria
Dtohn Hodgson
The
Jeffersonian
Ghester County
J. Heron Foster
Pittsburg Dispatch
Col. A. K. McClure
Chambersburg Transcript
Latte
C.’ ‘P. Ramsdell
Venanga Citizen
G. de Shaw
Newcastle. Gazette
Er Gazette
Doniphan County Election Report Surfaces In 1856 Fetch
Fragmentary report from Doniphan County references Jim Lane and Free State men defending Doniphan from Kickapoo influence. It notes votes tallied at Kickapoo 845 versus nearby Worthington figures, with mentions of Gov. Salabrio and local officials amid broader tensions over Bleeding Kansas style clashes.
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Aout M Waraien
Quindaro
Dy Salabrio Ie
Kickapoo
I. Stou
Jim Lane
Free State
Doniphan
Cuane
Hey ‘Venworth City
Dyspepsia Cure Promoted by Holloway Pills
Historical testimonial paragraph extols Holloway's Pills as a cure for indigestion, liver and stomach disorders. Edward Sillman of Hagerstown Maryland reports drastic relief after three weeks of use. Additional endorsements praise Borrhave Hollands Liver and Wood’s Haigenst orative as effective tonics, urging readers to buy locally through Dr C Cunningham and other druggists.
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Tilloway
Edward Ssillman
Hagerstown
Jas
Holloway
Maryland
Pitts
Patent remedy ad lists cures for scrofula and skin diseases
An old advertisement for Breulinger’s Fluid Extract and Dividelian proclaims them the only cure for scrofula blotches on the skin and joint enlargement. Sold by P B Young’s Beavers Kaiser & Bro Rochester E Boeking Wheeling WV agents.
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Wee Breulinger
Young's Beavers
Kaiser & Bro’s
Rochester
E. Boeking
Wheeling
Pollock Couple Wed in Lewisburg Ceremony
On the 21st inst Governor Pollock officiated with Rev Wylie for the marriage of Joux Brainase Esq of Lewisburg and Miss Junta Pollock daughter of Fleming Pollock of Lewisburg Bank.
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Gov
Pollock
Wylie, Joux Brain Ase
Lewiceburg
Junta J ‘Pollock
Daughs ‘Ter
Fleming
We Pollock
Lewisburg
Died In North Minneapolis Widow Isabella Kerr
In North Minneapolis Minnesota Territory Isabella Kerr wife of N P Kerr dies of liver congestion. She formerly lived in Freedow Beaver County Pennsylvania.
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North
Minneapolis
Minnesota’ Territory
Isabella Kear
Kerr St
Freedow
Beaver
Beaver Market Ad Contains Mixed Item Prices
A fragment from a Beaver area market listing shows prices for butter eggs and produce with unclear units. It suggests per pound or per dozen pricing but lacks complete quantities and context.
Beaver County Orphans Court Notices and Auctions
Mixed notices from Beaver County include court actions on estate settlements of Frederick Bower and James Moody and a hearing for probate matters. The documents announce appointments of auditors and executors, distribution of assets among creditors, and scheduled attendance dates at the Beaver County office in November.
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Beaver County
Camife
Beaver
Sil Mrt
Frederick Bower
Wilson
John A. Steinbach
Fred Ty Er
Orphan’s Court
Juders
James Moody
Ross Robinson
Coutts Point Dé Lorms Imbrie
Marshall
K. Boden
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Harrison County
Nan Iron City College
Lancaster’ Mercantile College
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W. Hi. Tobnston
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Marks
Hancock County
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Lawrence County Bank
New Castle
Wn. M. ‘Francis,Esq
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U. S. Scnacor
Minnesota
Ramsey
California
Ernor'ia
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Deasty
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Times
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Philadelphia
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