Cholera Widespread Across Cities and Europe in 1849
The Bristol Phenix reports a severe cholera surge with 25 cases and 11 deaths in New York on Sunday, rising to 69 and 10 in Monday, plus further spread to Brooklyn Philadelphia Baltimore and New Orleans. European fronts show Europe at warlike tension with France Austria and Hungary. reports note mass surrenders and brutal actions in Italy and Leghorn.
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New York
Brooklyn
Boston
Ireland
Robert Barnes Charged With Robbery Before Justice Munro
UF Robert Barnes was yesterday arrested and brought before Mr. Justice Munro charged with rifling the pockets of a fellow boarder of a considerable amount of cash. Barnes, on being arraigned, pled not guilty and was committed to jail to take his examination this day.
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Robert Barnes
Justice Munro
Barnes
Assault and attempted rape reported in Warren
A public school teacher in Warren was insulted by a man named Henry Fusco on Wednesday evening. After the crude insult he attempted to violate her, she raised an alarm and he fled. He was examined on Thursday before Joseph Whilds, Esq. and committed for trial before the Supreme Court in September.
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Warren
Henry Fusco
Joseph Whilds
Supreme Court
Governor revives 1832 quarantine act for cholera cases
The New York Governor enforces a one year quarantine on all incoming vessels and persons from cholera regions or elsewhere with malignant disease. Separately two Augusta men were jailed near Waterville for robbing Mr. Joy on the road. Hampton S Wilson, Pleasant Grove clerk, was arrested for mail robbery after a government agent intercepted the crime.
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New York
Pper
Lower Canada
William North
Henry Marston
Augusta
Waterville
Mr. Joy
Hallowell
Pnd
Hampton
Wilson
Pleasant Grove
N.J
Silas Holmes Remembered by Community
The writer recalls Dr. Holmes from childhood, praising him as diligent, amiable, modest, and intelligent. He calls him an upright and honorable youth and a source of community pride who will not be forgotten as the community bids farewell with a hopeful note to the one most deserving.
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Silas Holmes
Dr. Holmes
Ana Echeol
Village Pleasures Contrast With City Life and Riots
A travel reflection extols a quiet village life away from crowded streets and sickness found in cities. Mentioned are Brazol's comforts and pleasant country air. The piece notes Astor Place Opera House riot costs at $6000 and reports Father Martynkiewicz sailing from Cork to America amid temperance movement backers.
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Mae. Borrom
Brazol
Astor Place Opera House
New York
Difficulties Between California Emigrant Grants and Mexicans
The New Orleans Crescent reports Galveston papers dated 24th noting the Ki A Ogden brought sixty to seventy passengers from Matagorda Bay to New Orleans. Fifteen returning emigrants from the Fremont Association and Webb's company faced reports of Americans being blocked by Mexicans beyond San Fernando, with a rumor of a later capture. Epidemic cholera on the Western frontier drives many Texans to reconsider and return, as road dangers add to the emigrants' trials.
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Texas
California
Ateamer Ki. A
San Fernando
Mexico
Loss of vessels near the Fegee Islands reported
The Sydney letter to the New Bedford Mercury details the loss of the echr Collcastle of Sidney after striking a reef in a heavy gale near latitude 18 10 5. It notes drownings of Capt Elis and Mr. Juttson, while two others survived to shore. It also describes wreck evidence on Onges Island including casks branded Fulger and a vessel track possibly from the whaling ship United States of Nantucket.
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William
Fesee Islands
Sidney
Lat
Elis
Kingston
Juttson
Janothar Weasel
Nagel
Allen
Sehr
Albion
Onges
Fegee
Fulger
United States
Nantucket
New Cnvesys and Inundation Report From River Regions
June 2 dispatch notes Savve crevasse near Gavale is widening while Carrollup gorge remains active and street flooding grows as the river recedes. Geoble convicted of murder is hanged today despite claiming innocence.
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Carrollup
Gieble
Cholera Toll Rises With New Cases In Cycinnall
At Cycinnall the cholera outbreak grew from seven cases and one death by noon yesterday to twenty three cases and five deaths since yesterday noon.
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Cycinnall
Foreign Intelligence by the Niagara
The Niagaran papers relay English and continental news on trade, Ireland distress, Cork departure crowds for Mr Matthew, and France politics. Markets show mixed signals as iron dulls and agriculture steadies, while French elections and ministerial resignations stir upheaval across Europe.
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Boweo
England
Hone Deslers
Moat Selicies
Russian Troops Move to Aid Arabian Army in Austria
A Vienna Lloyds report claims 106 000 Russian troops under Prince Falkiewitsh march to support the Arabian army. Ofen is bombarded with a breach reported after 28 hours. Pesth bombardment began April 4 and caused heavy damage. Dresden street fighting continues with Prussian support. Baden revolts spread, with Rastadt and Lorrach taken by republican forces. Grand Duke flees as Baden insurrection grows.
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Austria
Vienna
Lloyds
Falkiewitsh
Ofen
Adher
Schwaben
Wokesberg
Pesth
Captain Roche Killed in Dragoon Collision
A collision resulted in the death of Captain Roche who led a dragoon squadron. Twelve to fourteen men were reported killed as mutinous soldiers dispersed by hundreds. Telegraphed intel notes ultra Republicans gained ground and Socialists return to the Assembly could form a large majority.
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Roche
Pante
Alev
Steamship Her mann Arrives From Bremen to Southampton Port
The steamship Herrmann from Bremen, bound for Southampton, arrived at this port on June 6 in the afternoon. Passengers and cargo details are not fully reported in the readable text.
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Ararvat
Tur Heemans
Hermann
Bremeo
Tia
Southampton
Lurengon
Riots at St Catharines Amid Californian Emigrant Ships
Letters from Rio Janeiro dated April 26 1849 recount clashes at Santa Catharina between American emigrants bound for California and local residents. One American died and several were wounded as police and National Guard restored order. Americans later returned to their ships.
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St. Catharines
U.S
Perry
N. S. Tribune
Journal de Comerc
Rio Janeiro
Santa Catharina
California
Sdes
Lee
Boston
Steam Boats and Night Safety Rules Urged by Grand Jury
The Grand Jury in New York recommended reducing steamers speed at night, barring certain people from pilots houses to avoid distraction, enforcing stern tucker rules, and improving night watch. A Rochester storm struck seven to eight houses, damaging telegraph poles with no fatalities. Emigrants from Canada head to Minnesota via Detroit in covered wagons, while a duel near Rio Grande City left Col. Hickey dead.
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Grand Jury
U.S. District Court
New York
Levi Smith
Trounner Stoas
Rochester
N. Y
W. Gibbons
R. Kemp
Traveling healer named Dr. Andrews abducts farmer's daughter
A roaming physician calling himself Dr. Andrews kidnapped the daughter of a wealthy Lower Mount Bethel farmer after the parent refused payment. No suspect has been found, and the family fears for her safety amid questions about the impostor's character. An eastern wind pattern is noted by a Boston Transcript correspondent, with a cholera link considered doubtful but discussed.
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Dr. Andrews
Lower Mount Bethel
N. J
Post from New Orleans: cotton sales and cholera spread
Reports via southern mail describe 3600 bales sold as cotton markets pulse. Cholera rages at Sackett's Plant, Walnut Bayou, and Briscol vicinity with 30 deaths. rapid onset claimed victims within hours. Indian raids near Nueces to Rio Grande, Kinney killed, and violence across Corpus Christi region. Steamer with 70 emigrants from Matamoros Bay bound for California reported. Indian depredations, Galveston Navy Captain Adams en route to Sabina. Victoria cholera claims 34 Fremont California Association members. Washington County cases end fatally.
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New Op
Lesna
Port Gibson
Sackett
Plantarwa
Walnut Bayou
Briscul
Briscol Himelf
Galveston
Matanoras Bay
California
Fremont Association
Mexico
Corpus Chriati
Nueces
Rio Grande
San Patricio
Ehulera
Victoria
New York
Fremont California Association
Washington County
Brazos River
Tally
Warning on Snakes in Flooded Districts of New Onteana
The N O Bulletin urges residents in inundated areas to beware of snakes seeking shelter in homes. Reports of snake bites and at least one death prompt advice to thoroughly search beds and pillows before sleep to prevent deadly bites from yellow moccasins and other reptiles.
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New Onteana
N. O. Bulletin
Bediellowe
New Orleans
N. Y
Loss of Honda Boat Report Reaches Rio Janeiro
Letters from Rio Janeiro cite a report of the loss of a boat named Honda en route from New Orleans to California via the River La Plat. The Florida carried 201 passengers with four reported saved. The melancholy report is hoped to be exaggerated or incorrect.
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Revorren
California
Rio Janeiro
Abip Honda
New Orleans
la Plats
Florida
Duality Reflections From Binghamton Courier
The Binghamton New York Courier notes a village marked by pairs and doubles: two Post Offices and Postmasters, two Democratic parties, two Presbyterian Societies, two Methodist societies, two African Societies, two Senators at state and federal levels, and two sheriffs and district attorneys elected concurrently, highlighting a pervasive two-sided nature.
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United States
Usl
Binghampton
N. Y
Appointments and rumors ripple through Washington
Washington notes report Mr J H Lathrop named Navy Agent and resignations cast doubt on Lawrence in London Mission. Rumors revive that Clayton may refuse to remain in the State Department or go abroad, while several diplomatic stations are to stay open and many expectants wail.
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Washington
Thorsday
J. H. Lathrop
Navy
View Scan
Lawrence
London
Clayton
State Department
Irishman Crushed in Rolling Mill Accident
Patrick Coughlin of Ireland suffered a severe arm amputation at the shoulder after his elbow caught in a rolling mill. Foreman and workers freed him as doctors Hooper and Crary performed amputation under chloroform. Patient, though insensible, is said to be dying well with hopes of recovery. Fall River News.
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Patrick Coughlin
Caughlin
Ndch
Hooper
Crary
Fall River News
Benton Speech Attacks Calhoun Over Wilmot Proviso
St Louis despatch reports Col Benton speaking bitterly against Mr Calhoun and endorsing the Wilmot Proviso as a Jefferson measure. He traces its origins to Jefferson and notes passages of congressional adaptation and application to Louisiana and Oregon. A second item notes a spasmodic cholera death of John Driscoll on Wharf Street with sudden illness after a late return home.
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Senator Benton
St. Louie
Enya
Col. Benton
Calhoun Tia
Jefferson
Congress
Louisiana
Oregon
Calhoun
Tae Caotens
Furendun
No. Wharf Street
John Driscoll
Huwee
Boston Journal
Revenge in Brooklyn Roadway Accident Turns Deadly
In Brooklyn, William Parker, a coal cart driver, struck a child of glass-blower John Kennedy with minor injuries. Kennedy later ambushed Parker, pulling him from the cart and forcing the wheel over his neck, fracturing his jaw in two places and causing instant death. Kennedy fled.
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Savace
Brooklyn
N. Y
William Parker
John Kennedy
Parker
Kennedy
Sale of Whaleships and Bark Pantheon Postponed
At the sale in this place on Friday ship Rowena drew $6,000 from Ivan Smith and ship Gold Hunter $3 from J B Macon. The Pantheon sale was postponed. A Russian General Count Zingercheff is said to be in Meredith New Hampshire and another name linked to I F Williams. A sailor and a boy were bitten by a large dog in Boston and other dogs were bitten as well.
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Rowena
Ivan Smith
J.B. Macon
Pantheon
River News
Portsmouth
Count Zingercheff
Meredith
N. H
I F. Willhama
Boston
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