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Newspaper
Bellevue Gazette
Location
Bellevue, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1858
Page
2
A 19th century discourse explains electricity as the engine of rain and thunder. It details cloud charge, positive and negative polarity, and how dense clouds produce more electricity leading to rain via atmospheric condensation and electrical discharge.
A Tribune summary reports rye and barley poor to average across about half of New York's counties with rye just ripening and light yields. Wheat damaged by the midge, oats uneven, corn and potatoes generally well cared for, gardens thrifty, and haying challenged by showers. Potatoes look well despite lateness.
Mrs Thurlow Weed dies in Albany at noon on July 3 after a long illness. The death follows the recent loss of her only son drawing sympathy from men of all parties for Mr Weed in a heavy affliction.
A reminiscence recalls Lucien Murat and Pauline Bonaparte at Bordentown New Jersey where Lucien’s cousin Louis Napoleon then ruled France. The narrator recalls the couple’s ragged porch image and contrasts it with later grand reports. mentions Pauline’s brother in New York and a relative arrested near Baltimore and jailed in Moorestown New Jersey for counterfeiting.
Total property damage from the Cairo flood is estimated at 60 000 dollars. The Illinois Central Railroad reports 7 000 dollars in damage. The flood crest reached forty seven feet above low water mark, two feet higher than any prior flood since 1779.
The St. Louis Republican celebrates its fiftieth anniversary on the 12th inst, tracing its July 1808 founding. From two bands to run the paper it now employs 175, with weekly expenses around 84,000 or over 200,000 per year. The paper grew from a letter-sized sheet to a mammoth folio, among the largest daily papers in the nation.
The Alice Munroe arrived at Hoston and sailed with the Telegraph Fleet on June 27. Two attempts to submerge the cable failed, no disaster reported, and weather hindered operations with hopes for eventual success.
The Cincinnati Gazette reviews local finances stating scarce first class business paper available as mercantile activity stays within individual means. Interest rates run eight to twelve percent for top notes, while loanable names are scarce. Capitalists seek uses for surplus funds but avoid lowering paper standards, despite abundant unproductive money, and resist investments in insufficiently scrutinized securities.
Private dispatch reports Mormons return to their homes in Saur Lake city as Gen Johnston enters and camps about thirty miles away. The paper questions the U S move and promises fuller details with tomorrow's Salt Lake wireless.
The Calliope Twilight completed a 40 day trip from the far Northwest to the head waters of a distant river. It carried government freight with about 40 soldiers aboard to deter hostility from Indians. Freight earnings and cargo included over 3000 bales of robes and furs, totaling an alleged $40,000 for the voyage. Captain Holland of the Alonzo Child claims this outpaces all lower boats combined. Premore, an old mountaineer, and his family became passengers as he plans to settle in St. Louis county. The ship faced cold weather, melting snow, and river rise during the journey.
A prisoner feigned illness to gain yard access and staged a fake image by shaving his head and placing the hair atop the display in his bunk. He walked in the yard at night and evaded discovery as guards checked his cell the next day, only to vanish by noon.
A major blaze began July 14 at 12 o clock in the Market Hall now Union Theater at Delaware and Third Streets. It spread rapidly through the Market and Shawnee areas, destroying about thirty-five buildings and causing losses estimated around 250000.
The Platte Valley Times argues osage orange hedges are ideal for fencing prairie farms. It cites a Mills County Iowa hedge surviving four harsh winters, notes rapid growth and thorny, animal resistant properties, and outlines planting and pruning steps to establish a durable hedge by April.
After a devastating tornado swept through the county a farm house near Chenona in McLean County was lifted from its foundation and carried about 300 feet across the prairie. The large wooden house with family and supper aboard landed without disturbing the dishes on the table, and the family returned to supper once the danger passed. The account, published by the Peoria Transcript and corroborated by locals in Chenona, highlights the remarkable endurance of the house and its occupants.
The Leviathan steamer will begin regular service between England and Portland Maine next spring. Fare levels are set at 105 dollars for first class 60 for second class and 30 for third class.
The Rev William Hamilton will deliver an address at the Bellevue Library Association next Thursday evening at the School House. Public attendance is invited. A noted weather note records fifteen inches of rain since the start of the month.
The note compares Nebraska’s 528000 square miles with the superficial areas of northern states totaling 534190, excluding Minnesota which has 141000. The figures suggest Minnesota’s area stands apart from the northern bloc.
The quarterly meeting of the M. E. Church will be held in this city next Saturday and Sabbath. Preaching by Presiding Elder Rev. Mr. Good. Services begin Saturday at 2 o'clock P. M.
The Annual Territorial Election is set for next Monday with offices to fill including Territorial Auditor Councilman Joint Councilman Four Representatives County Commissioner Justice of the Peace and two Constables. Ten candidates seek the Representatives seat while two vie for Councilman and Joint Councilman amid a field judged on personal merit. outcome uncertain as Monday evening approaches.
The Watossa arrived on July 24 and the T I McGill followed on July 27, marking a sequence of arrivals.
William Clancy announces candidacy for Councilman representing Washington, Sarpy, and Burt counties. A longtime Legislator, praised as a capable manager, he is favored by Sarpy residents who recall his loyalty to local interests and expect support on Monday. Washington county is noted as next in population to Sarpy for the seat.
General L L Bowen seeks re election to the Council and other speakers will address Sarpy County citizens in Bellevue Pueblo Square on Saturday July 31 at 4 PM Candidates may be heard. Victory awaits the right on Monday. Per Order.
The Coming City Star extols farmers amid harvest, praising their industry and thrift as nature’s rewards. It contrasts farming honor with warlike swords and bayonets, asserting farmers gainful labor yields noble rewards and dignity beyond Napoleonic fame.
John A. Nye moves to erect a new structure nearly opposite the School House, expanding development in the neighborhood.
Booth and Bassett are erecting a new building adjacent to Dr. Longsdorf's property as construction proceeds in the neighborhood.
The professional card of Hon. Fenner Ferguson appears in our columns today. He is widely known for ability and integrity and needs no recommendation from us.
Speeches will be made in this city by various candidates on Saturday afternoon at 4 o'clock.
The New England Bards performed a concert in West City last Saturday evening to a delighted audience. They are regarded as among the most talented companies to have given concerts in the area, and the report hopes they will return again with their sweet music.
Announcements declare WM H COOK a candidate for Representative to the Legislature from Sarpy County and STEPHEN H WATTLES as a candidate for Representative from Sarpy County.
Silas A. Strickland is a candidate for the council from Sarpy County. Thorns J. Boykin is also a candidate for the council from Sarpy County. B. P. Rankin is a candidate for representative.
L. L. Bowen, aged 18, announces candidacy for re election to the Council from Sarpy.
Alfred Matthias announces his candidacy for Representative to the Legislature from Sarpy County. He emphasizes local issues and community service as he seeks support from voters.
WM. R. WATSON is a candidate for Justice of the Peace in the Bellevue Precinct. He campaigns on improving local governance and community safety.
Reuben Lovejoy announces candidacy for County Commissioner in Sarpy County Nebraska. The entry notes his run for the county seat and seeks voter support in the upcoming election.
George W. Doane is a candidate for city council representing Washington Sarpy and Burt counties. The bid targets local governance with a focus on regional issues.
Qu A Velie runs as a candidate for the Con stable in Bellevue Precinct. The ballot entry indicates a local contest for a council seat with Velie positioned as a contender in the upcoming election.
William Clancy announces candidacy for joint Councilman representing Washington Sarpy and Burt counties. He cites local support from Judge Wakeley and Geo E Scott, argues fairness to Washington county, population considerations, and promises to advance Sarpy Bellevue interests if elected.
The Coming City Star notes citizens enjoying green corn from gardens with silking fields standing upright after recent wind storms. It predicts an abundant corn crop, almost certain due to the favorable conditions.
The Galveston News reports statewide optimism with corn and cotton crops at unprecedented strength. Corn yields on bottom lands average around one hundred bushels per acre while sugar cane also shows exceptional promise from major planters.
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