Militia Court Martial Oaths and Procedures Proclaimed
The document outlines oath wording for judges advocate and jurors in courts martial, penalties for perjury, conduct during trials, and travel allowances. It details voting requirements, adjournment rules if members resign, and authority of the commander in chief to approve sentences and remit punishments. It also covers boards of officers and courts of enquiry, their oaths, and record transmission.
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Via aAjvsans Steers Board OF Officery
Courts OF Enquury
John R, Bartlett
Sailors on Savannah Battle Yellow Fever Outbreak
Private letter from an officer aboard the U S frigate Savannah flagship of the Brazil squadron reports up to two hundred yellow fever cases aboard with all recoveries except one. From Rio de Janeiro the ship sailed to Montevideo arriving April 13 and is likely en route home via Gibraltar after arriving Mahon May 29. Edward Murry among affected officers.
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Navan
U.S
Savanac
Gibraltar
Mahon
U. S
Savannah
Brazil
Edward Murry
Rio de Janeiro
Montevideo
Heat Wave Marks Weekend with Sweating Citizens
Sunday featured extreme heat with South residents comparing it to Havana. Landlords complained ice wouldn’t stay cold as ladies fanned furiously while men walked shaded streets in light clothing. Evening brought cooler air. showers and a Narragansett breeze renewed relief, reported by the Providence Tribune.
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Havana
Narragansett
Providence Tribune
Letter from Mr. Fillmore on nomination and public support
The New York Express prints an excerpt from a letter by Mr. Fillmore defending his position. He says he did not seek the nomination but his name was placed before the public by friends and will stay unless they withdraw it.
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The
New York Express
Fillmore
Sournaean Commencian League aims to curb Southern trade
A proposed Sournaean Commencian League plans to cut off Southern trade from Northern merchants opposing Southern politics. A preliminary meeting was held on the 19th. The group aims to establish a New York agency to push its designs and ensure Southern buyers seek the cheapest options.
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Washington
New York
Tragedy at the Wharf Drowns Young Boy
Thomas F. Daownny, three, son of Thomas Armold of Appening, drowned Monday near the wharf. His body was found by his father. despite quick efforts, rescues failed.
Attempted arson on East Boston house reported by Boston Bee
A Saturday 2 am blast on Borden street East Boston aimed to blow up a dwelling using a coffee pot filled with gunpowder and a safety fuse. Five people inside escaped unharmed. occupant Mr Wood colored, recently married, suspected rival paid for the act.
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Atrener
Borden Street
Boston
Wood
Ee Apis
Boston Bee
Third Trial Set for William Arlison in Cincinnati Murder Case
The third trial of William Arlison, accused in the Allisons murder, will begin in Cincinnati on the first Monday in July. Reportedly, substantial difficulty is anticipated in securing a jury due to the high profile nature of the case.
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William Arlison
Allisons
Cincinnati
The Presidential Campaign Opens With Strong Attacks
The article reviews the early presidential campaign with a focus on party strife, calling out Buchanan Fremont Fillmore and the dangers of slavery politics. It notes a strong call to unity, describes a Masonic anniversary event in Providence with a parade, church service, and a sizable feast, and lists Grand Lodge officers elected for the year. The piece mentions Gen John Eldred’s election to the General Assembly in Newport by a 21 vote margin.
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Belanes
Providence
Indies
Grand Lodge
State House
David A. Coit
Gilmore
Comet Band
Pawtucket
St. Michael's Church
G. W. Cheever
DeWolf House
D'Wolf House
S. W. Paine
St. John
Natal
John
Miscus
Archangela Ln
M. W. Oliver Johnson
John Eldred
General Assembly
Newport
B. F. Newton
Bedlow
Theeleeton
U.S
Cancur
Manchester
Portemouth
Simmons
Fourth of July issue date and ad piloting plea
The next number will be issued on the morning of July 4. Advertisers should submit favors early. hot days last Wednesday Saturday and Sunday. The Court of Common Pleas adjourned term, Judge Sherman presiding, begins next week Monday at 2 o'clock. Military story continues this week. Aymende honorable to be made in our next.
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Court of Common Pleas
Jedge Sherman
Barque Elliott to Be Launched at Greenpoint Yard
The barque Elliott will be launched from Messrs Thompson's ship yard at Greenpoint in this town on Wednesday morning at eight o'clock.
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Elliott
Messrs. Thompson
Greenpoint
Subscriptions Raised in Detroit for Kaytas Aid
A Detroit group started a small subscription paper for Kaytas, led by Z Chandler with $10,000 and EB B Ward with $10,000. S S Barnard, $1,000, Charles Merill, $1,000, Shubsel Conwat, $1,000 follow with hopeful support for more contributors.
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Detroit
Mich
Kaytas
Z. Chandler
EB. B. Ward
S. S. Barnard
Charles’ Merill
Shubsel Conwat
Sumner likely unable to resume duties this session
A Washington correspondent reports Mr. Sumner may not return this session due to wounds not yet healed and his frame badly shattered.
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Svasixse
Washington
N. S. Tribune
Sumner
Counterfeit Bills Appear at Weybosset Bank in Providence
Counterfeit notes have shown up in Providence at the Weybosset Bank, prompting caution from customers and a police inquiry into the source and distribution of the forged currency. Local officials urge vigilance and report continuing investigations.
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Weybosset Bank
Providence
Fourth of July plans spark mixed town celebration
The article urges patriotic celebrations at home with enthusiasm while warning against excessive displays. It notes a parade without uniforms and harmless fireworks, yet anticipates possible small fires and urges readiness of engines. It also mentions a U.S. Senate election delay and various international news items.
Fillmore Receives Enthusiastic Reception in New York
Ex president Millard Fillmore arrives aboard the Atlantic and is hosted by the Committee of the Common Council and the Fillmore Reception Club. A salvo of several hundred guns opens the salute at ten, and crowds gather at the St. Nicholas Hotel as Fillmore addresses the city. In his closing remarks he pledges a faithful administration for the country and calls for national unity beyond North or South.
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Atlantic
Liverpool
New York
Fillmore
Crampton
Lindon
Dallas
France
Sevastopol
Quebec
Greennock
London
Glasgow
London Times
Common Council
Alderman Briggs
St. Nicholas
Mr. Fillmore
Committee of Reception
Fremont Nominated On Waterloo Anniversary
The June 18 nomination day marks the anniversary of the Waterloo battle as Santa Anna, former Mexican dictator, resides in Carthagena New Great at a reported worth $4,000,000.
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Fremont
Santa Anna
Mexico
Carthagena
New Great
Destructive Thunder Storm Leaves City in Turmoil
A rare June thunder storm in New York caused multiple drownings and major property damage. Boats capsized in Gowanus Bay and off Elysian Fields with several fatalities including a 14 year old boy and a young priest. Collins Hotel lightning strike and unfinished Jersey City building collapse injure and kill. Hoboken trees and fences damaged. Atlantic Street fireproofed house struck, wife killed. Background note mentions $15,000 raised in Cleveland to aid Free State cause in Kansas.
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New York
Gowanus Bay
Collins Hotel
Jersey City
Hoboken
Elysian Fields
York
Atlantic Street
Brooklyn
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Bristol” Phenix
Democrats
Democratic Party
Buchanan
Court of St. James
Friends of Freedom
Kansas
Pierce
Douglass
Friend of Freedom
John H. Fremont
Dayton
Berthen
R. W. James Hutchinson
D.G. M
W. William B. Snell
Warren
G. S
We Jervis J. Smith
Glocester
G. J
Jason Williams
William U. Barker
Leonard Wright
Bristol
D. W. Sullivan Ballou
Woonsucket
G. W. William Greene
Phenix
G. Marshal
George W. Cheever
Fiskville
Chaplain
W. Remington Arnold
Pawtuxet
James L. Jones
G. P. W. James Hutchinson
W. E. B. White
G. T
DeWulf House
James H. Wear
Masshal
Bristol Train of Artillery
C. A. Greene
Westerly
Bras
King Philip Fire Company
No 4
Fire Department
Urates
Col
Byheld
Customs
Post Office
Army and Navy
American Protestant Association
Hope Church Street
Church
Thames Street
Thames
State Street
State
High Street
High
Franklin Street
Frankelin
Bradford Street
Asa Amono
Fay
DeWolf
Sudewalka
Ty Taylor
G. Cushman
A. Greene
Cleveland
Free State
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