Overland Route to California In 1850s Travel Projections
The article describes travel times and costs from Missouri to California via overland routes, noting 90 to 100 days for some legs, per diem sketches, and the variable value of vessels from San Blas and Mazatlan. It advises start dates around May for a California arrival from September onward, with guidance on livestock, pace, and rest. It also comments on hotel, passage, and freight costs and argues for California as an appealing, albeit risky, option for hopeful settlers and workers.
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New York
New
Euay
Anata
San Bias
Grat
Missouri
California
San Francisco
Mouser
Benicia
Atlantic
Middle States
Californias
Placera
United States
Washington
Tmne
Europe
Alta California
Oregon
Outrage at Potter's Field Visits by New York Grand Jury
The Grand Jury of New York visited Randall’s and Blackwall’s Islands to inspect public buildings. An editor from the Tribune accompanied them and described horrific scenes at Potter’s Field including fresh and old graves, open coffins, and exposed skulls and scalp. He urged accountability and an end to such practices. The piece also notes expected reforms at the San Francisco Post Office under Postmaster Jacob B. Moore with forthcoming action.
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Horatio Srectace
Grand Jury of
New York
Randall's
Blackwall'a Islands
The
Tribune
Potter’s Field
San Francisco
New York Tribune
Neewspapere
Esio Management, &O
California
Jacob B. Moore
Moore
Panama
Mazatlan
Will Gasace
Ander H
Correction of Abuses in Post Office Departments
Warrant issued to address abuses in the General Post Office and related departments. Remarks emphasize reform of mismanagement by officials and the need to inform residents about improvements and services.
Controversy Over French Minister Dismissal Subside
Bristol readers note that the dispute between the French minister and the U S Secretary of State has cooled. The published correspondence prompts varied views with many calling the matter minor and likely to settle without conflict.
Thieves Alarm Store at Gooding and Spooner Premises
Two men tried to break into the store of J. M. Gooding during the storm on Wednesday night. An unsuccessful entry was also attempted at Charles Spooner’s attire. Residents on watch vow a strong response to stop thefts. A probate court meeting is set for Monday at 2 PM. A drowning death near Poppasquash is reported after a boat capsized. The Canunicus steamboat will cease trips after today and Coggeshall & Co. repair their engine and mill.
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Iast
J. M. Gooding
Charles Spooner
Hibernia Sustains Severe Hull Damage At Sea
The New York Commercial Advertiser reports the steamship Hibernia suffered extensive damage with fifty feet of main keel eight feet of stem and bow parts penetrated. The vessel took on about fifteen tons of water per minute but remained afloat due to pumps. A delay of five minutes could have sunk the ship. The Bark Charles Devens carried four companies of the U S Artillery from Fort Adams to Florida and sailed from Newport for Savannah on Saturday.
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New York Commercial
Hibernia
Charles Devens
Fort Adama
Florida
Newport
Savannah
Godey's Lady's Book October Emblem and Engravings
The October issue is received and contains rich varied content. Notable engravings include The Father's Grave and Brother and Sister, with Frederika Bremer featured. Also featured are Godey's Paris Fashions Americanized and Wooden Block Fashions among other items.
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Frederika
Bremer
Godey
Paris
Farmans Aumanac issued by Jenks Palmer Co Boston
The Farmans Aumanac issued by Jenks Palmer Co Boston is described as an old established standard of household use with wide circulation. Stephens will supply it. Warrex fine. Lumber belonging to Measra Hoar Martin yard near Warren ship yard burned Tuesday night with several buildings. no insurance. London to Philadelphia North American notes iron warehouses and cottages prepared in England for San Francisco weighing two to three tons costing about $300 each.
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Farmans
Aumanac
Robert B. Thomas
Jenks, Palmer & Co
Boston
Stephens
Warrex
Measra, Hoar & Martin
Warren
London
Philadelphia
England
San Francisco
United States Leads Cotton-Weaving Machinery Advances
A late English paper notes it is remarkable that all later improvements in cotton weaving machinery originated in the United States, highlighting the nation’s significant influence on textile technology.
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United States
Cruelty Reported in Rishmond As Black Man Burned and Killed
The Richmond examiner details a severe act of cruelty in which a Black man was tied up, mistreated all day, burned with fire, and left deceased at night. The alleged perpetrator is imprisoned pending trial.
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The
Rishmond Examiner
Best
Imagined Interview in Hell Between Infant Spirit and Brine
A fragmentary dramatic piece imagines souls in the afterlife debating infant baptism and divine mercy. An infant seeks salvation while a Brine-esque preacher defends harsh doctrine, and a heavenly voice counters with a compassionate counterpoint about Christ’s care.
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John Brineanes
Jease Ware
Julio Brine
Hades
Frescoed Reopening of First Baptist Church After Repairs
The First Baptist Church reopened after weeks of repairs with frescoed walls and renovated interior. The committee and artisans earn high praise for a Corinthian style redesign featuring a new pulpit, painted pews, and ornate detailing enhancing light and space.
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First Baptist Church
Walla
Jane Rich
Antique furniture praised for craftsmanship by Boston artist
The piece by Mr. Thomas C. Savory of Boston is hailed as an exceptional example of antique excellence. Built in the town by Mr. Weeden, the black walnut inlayed cabinet displays unique design and fine workmanship.
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Weeden
A. RS
Arrival and Praise for Temperance Advocate Father Mathew
The Rev Theobald Mathew arrived in Fall River on Saturday and was greeted by thousands. He administered the Catholic form pledge to about 1700 people, many children, at the church vestry. He spoke at the Town Hall and inspired renewed zeal for temperance, with several grog shops reportedly closed. California gold rush rumors persist as 2–3 hundred locals depart. a dog fight occurred nearby drawing little notice. Canonicus reports the events and offers thanks.
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Theobald Matthew
B. Durfee
Providence
A. Bronson
Matthew
Schoul
Catholic Temperance Society
Rapid Engine Co
Catholic Temperance Band
N. Durfee
Father Mathew
Fall River
New Bedford
Temperance
California
Chespeake
San Francisco
Town Hall
Officers of Justice
Canonicus
Winnebago Indians Leave Home for Old Hunting Grounds
New York area dispatch reports that Winnebago have become dissatisfied with their home allotment under the latest treaty and have set out for their former hunting grounds. They were intercepted at Rice Lake and driven back, with fears of further difficulties ahead.
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New Yonk
St. Lois
Rice Lake
French envoy offers conciliatory proposal to U.S.
The Faevon Minister in Washington reports that M Poussin, via Briviah Minister Crampton, has submitted a conciliatory proposal to the U S government. The President refused to resume official intercourse until further advices from France.
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Faevon
Washington
M. Poussin
Crampton
Briviah
France
Counterfeiting Ring Run by Dr Wyatt Arrested in Spencer
A man identified as Dr Wyatt, head of a large counterfeit operation, was arrested in Spencer. Police found over $60,000 in fake money and spoofs in his home and a nearby woodside cache. Plates dies and tools to stamp bills and mint spurious coins were seized. The operation had operated for years.
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Wyatt
Spencer
Laren From Havana
Havana rejoicings mark United States success in breaking up the secret expedition as Havana papers report on the event and its implications for the island.
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Laren
Havana
New Orleans
United States
British move in Mosquito territory sparks canal clash
Washington correspondent of the New York Journal of Commerce reports sharp exchanges between Mr. Clayton and Mr. Crampton over British support for a puppet Mosquito king. The issue turns on control of the San Juan navigation and a Nicaragua canal contract granting American company exclusive rights for fifteen years. The U.S. seems to back Nicaragua’s jurisdiction and navigation rights despite British claims.
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Washington
New York Journal of Commerce
Clayton
Crampton
Great Britain
Apeak
Amenes
San Juan
Leihmas
St. John
Republic of New Grenada
United Stas
Lake Nicaragua
Pacific Ocean
Mosquito Territory
Republic of Nicaragua
Hoston Journal
French affair eases. Poussin to issue apologies
A New York Tribune dispatch from Washington reports that French excitement over the incident has subsided. M. Poussin reportedly regrets the turn of events and has authorized a New York friend to apologize to the President and Mr. Clayton as appropriate. The Washington Union notes the French minister’s brusque, impulsive diplomacy and his surprise at provoking the government, denying any insult to our government.
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United States
Taylor
Clayton
Mons. Poussin
France
East
Yue Paeser
Washington
New York Tribune
Dave
M. Poussin
New York
Washington Union
Steamship News from New York Port Reports Arrivals
The Ore Hsceat City arrived from Chapres with Panama dates to the 8th. California to sail from Panama to San Francisco on the 0th with waiting passengers. Barque Kila Pravers departed for San Francisco with 125 passengers. Anahose unloading and bound for California. No later arrivals from the Southern Coast since the Empire Giry left.
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New York
Latra
Chapres
Panama
California
San Franesco
Pina
San Francisco
Disturbances in Bytown and Canadian unrest over Elgin title
The New York paper recalls a Bytown clash where rival factions ousted the chairman and fired from windows after street brawls. Six wounded, many prisoners taken as troops intervened. Similar public tensions flare in Hamilton and Toronto over Lord Elgin viewing protests, while Elgin is reportedly made a Baron amid rising anti British sentiment. President Wayland may remain in office through the coming year per the Providence Transcript.
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Bytown
New York
Bytuwe
Friends
Lord Klin
Friends of Elgin
Hamilton
Lord Elgin
Toronto
Canada
Wayuaxn
Wayland
Providence Transcript
Robbery and assault in Nashville New Hampshire hits resident
Hiowway Rooweny was struck on the head with a club as he entered his Nashville residence on a Saturday evening. He was knocked senseless and found a small trunk containing about 75 dollars missing. The assailant remains unknown.
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Hiowway Rooweny
Nashville
N. H
Rae Hugh Jameson
Asq
Robbery at Suffolk Bank Ends in Arrest
A man posing as T Cunningham robbed a Beebe & Co. employee at Suffolk Bank of 2300 dollars from a 2800 dollar haul. Police found 1700 dollars under his cravat and 400 elsewhere. He was jailed awaiting examination.
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Boup Ronveny
James M. Beebe & Co
Suffolk Bank
T. ©. Cunningham
Boston Daily Advertiser
Butler v Butler final decree divorcing couple
The Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County issued a final decree in Butler versus Butler, divorcing them and allowing both parties to marry again. The respondent did not appear.
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Philadelphia
Court of Common Pleas
Philadelphia County
Butler
Land bounty warrants issued for Mexican War soldiers
The text states ninety thousand land warrants were issued to Mexican War soldiers as bounty, totaling 13,800,000 acres valued at 125 dollars per acre, giving an aggregate of 17,530,000 dollars in land value and expenses.
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California
Departure of Abbot Lawrence to England on Europa
The Hon. Abbot Lawrence left for England in the steamship Europa this afternoon, escorted by many friends. Citizens bid him farewell with regret, praising his benevolence and zeal in public duties, and wishing him a safe voyage.
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Abbot Lawrence
England
Europa
Lawrence
Naval Reinforcements Set For Africa Pacific and Brazil
The frigate Congras to relieve Brandywine at Brazil station. Two sloops of war to Africa coast and Pacific. Steamship Saranac to be sea ready by November first unknown destination. Store ship at Norfolk to supply the Pacific squadron. Taney ordered to Conant of South America to test Lieut Maury wind and current claims.
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Congreas
Brandywine
Brazil
Africa
Pacific
Saranac
Norfolk
U. S
Taney
Secretary of the Navy
South America
Lieut. Maury
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Bristol
Court of Probate
Hurden
James Cunningham
Scotland
Poppasquash
Strevts
Cunningham
O' Wolf's Wharf
Munro
N. Coggeshall & Co
Canunicus
J. H. Clark
John Brine
Earth
Hell
Phenix
Cael
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