Sophy Vernon Wedding and Family Farewell
Sophy and her fiancé faces social pressures as they plan a private wedding. The ceremony includes Mrs Leslie and Ellen, with Sophy’s mother offering counsel. After vows the couple depart for their country seat, beginning a quiet honeymoon while relatives shower blessings and fret over lingering family tensions.
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Sophy
Leslie
Brussels
Ellen
Valle Authority
la Francaise
Suphy
Gelliah Alame
Saphy
Dr. Vernon
Sully
Garand Uewnlag
eHutber
Faulia
Sopho
Antipodes
Buss
Ataira
Venti
Meo Campbell
Edward
Julia Livingston
Miss Walsh
Monaisour Praline
Junie
Vernon
Clugpad
Described tragedy aboard steamer Perry during removal
The New Port Times reports four of the unfortunate persons from the description tram among the poor were gorged in passage Monday on the steamer Perry while under care of the Kaepper.
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Derstand
Asytate
Perry
Kaeper
Newport Times
January Session Opens as Congress Debates Mexican War Policy
The January session of the Legislature will begin in Providence on Monday. Congress shows little progress with major business. debate centers on army expansion in Mexico and recruitment methods. Mexico news is sparse with reports of Gen. Marshall near Jalapa and Orizaba, and Gen. Lave skirmishing at Matamoras. American prisoners were freed. Livut Ridgely acted as Assistant General.
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Providence
Mexico
Marshall
Jalapa
Orizaba
Lave
Matamoras
Livut Ridgely
Croton House Band To Play At Armory Hall Tonight
The Croton House Band performs at Armory Hall this evening after months of nightly practice. Promoters expect refined performance and encourage public attendance to spur the musicians to greater effort.
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Croton
Armory Hall
Debater Questions If Catholic Worship Is Idolatry
A correspondent argues over whether Catholic practices honor created beings as God. The writer contends that Catholicism teaches venerating created beings equals idolatry and seeks proof to separate superstition from true worship while distinguishing private prayer from worship.
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Ma. Bartgy
Jr Io
The Jesuits and Their Oath in Historical Perspective
A reader analyzes the claim The Jesuits and Their Oath, arguing skepticism toward the oath and noting anti Catholic bias. The piece discusses Jesuit ties to the Roman Catholic Church, references to Archibishop Usher, and historical events like St Bartholomew's Day Massacre and Gunpowder Plot to illustrate religious intolerance.
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Romiah Church
Eliatbeth
Pius the 6Th
Pie
Oth
Usher
St. Bartholomew's
Pana
James Let
England
Foreign Catholic Zeal in Old Dominion Unmasked
A vehement critique denounces Jesuits and Catholic influence in America alleging plots to control politics and education. The piece accuses priests of manipulation, praises Protestant assimilation, and warns of Catholic power affecting ballots and governance amid references to Boston New York Albany and Troy.
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Red Land
Montreal
St. Lewis
Boston
New York
Albany
Troy
Texan
Maine
Mother Church
Egypt
Empire
England
America
Holy Mother Church
Niger
Ganges
Iveter
Popery
Judge Anh
Reciprocal Compliment at Armory Silver Cup Ceremony
On Friday evening December 31 1847 a large crowd gathered at the Armory to witness the presentation of a Silver Cup by the Ladies of Bristol to the Croton Brass Band. Miss E Simmons spoke for the ladies and Mr J W Wheelock replied with gratitude and best wishes. The band performed well and guests enjoyed refreshments as the old year closed and a new one began. decorations and flowers underscored the festive mood.
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Ma. Bevier
Armory
Bristol
Crown Brass Band
J. W. Cooke
E. Simmons
Croton Band
J. W. Wheelock
Croton Brass Band
Asaura
New York Express
Washington
Houses of Congress
Supreme Court
New Jersey Steam Navigation Company
Merchanta’ Bank
Ames
Rhode Island
Greane
Ward
Frat Council
Admiralty
Congress
Whipple
Green
Webster
Awful steamboat explosion shocks the Olio river region
From Cincinnati dated December 30 the Philadelphia Bulletin records the steamer A N Johnson exploding near Maysville Kentucky due to a machinery defect. About 60 to 70 killed by fire or drowning and many more seriously scalded, with several notable passengers and crew listed among the dead or saved. The blaze left ships and cabins engulfed as passengers struggled for survival.
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A. N. Johnson
Wheeling
Maysville
Kentucky
Farfield Rngineer Lyles
Redman
Amondithe
Messra Everheart and Son
G. 3. Werherly
Philadelphia
Wheat
Ballson
Baltimore
John Galraith
Pittsburg
Messrs
Arthur Fole
T. McDowal
James Wickershaw
G. Baker
J. Ferguaun
Olio
Arrival of Caledonia Two Weeks From England
The Caledonia arrives in Boston at one o clock after sailing from Liverpool on the 16th and London dated December 17th. The English bank distress and widespread failures continue, with Parliament debating currency reform and forming select committees to investigate causes and effects on commerce. The stance favors maintaining a convertible currency under most circumstances.
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Edinis
Lott
Boston
Liverpool
London
Willmer & Smith
Bank of England
Great Britaan
Ireland Suffering Amidthug Threats and Executions
Reports from Ireland describe ongoing outrage with nobles targeted by thugs and the young Marquis of Droghepa forced to flee after threats tied to him marrying an Englishwoman. Other prominent figures including Major Mahon’s heir and Major Malin face peril as estates crumble, while magistrates pursue assailants. Market notes record fluctuating cotton and grain trade with steady demand and price shifts. Italien and Austrian movements near Ferrera are noted with Vatican salutes and Rome’s municipal council installation celebration.
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Ireland
Lord Clumbrock
Droghepa
Wharnclife
Moore Abey
Munastereven
Mar
Lou
Corres Manget
Surat
Italy
Ferrera
Austria
Ciscchi
Pesaro
Rome
Epidemic Fear Grips Britain and Europe Across Ports
Reports describe a sweeping epidemic across the British Isles and Europe with high mortality. London sees large absences in Post Office and police, while coastal England and Scotland report rising deaths. The piece notes social disruption and widespread ill effects on commerce and leisure, with various international notes touching on Havre arrivals, abolition, court martial, and charitable efforts.
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British Isles
London
England
Scailand
New York
Sfier
Havre
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Pinkney
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