Battery C of the Legionnaires at Port McHenry and Buena Vista legend
The article recalls Battery C, an artillery unit from the Mexican War era, detailing its service from 1821 legislation to outfitting, stationing at Port McHenry near Baltimore in 1845, and actions at Resaca de la Palma Palo Alto Monterey and Buena Vista under Beauregard and Taylor. It notes leadership changes after the death of several officers, the unit’s reorganization, and later postings including Fort Gilson and Fort Cherokee. It also compares death customs in Russia and U.S. reflections on demographics and foreign-born soldiers in the Army.
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Washita
Congress
Rineg Jo
Xojguibhy
Braggway
Buena Vista
New Mexico
Fort Gilson
Chero
Mexico
Col. Brigg
Philip Swartwout
Ernest Rettberg
eVista
Baltimore
Temperance Meeting at Kingstree Aug 10 1554
A temperance gathering in Williamsburg district near Kingstree debated prohibiting sales of intoxicating liquor except for medicine and industry. Leaders argued for a prohibitory law, urging Legislature action, with speeches by Cul. David J. Wilson, Rev. James A. Wallace, and Aaron F. Graham. Secretaries listed, and meeting adjourned to a churchyard feast.
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Ernesteen
D. C
Williamsburg
Prebyteriaa
Joseph Lent
Sly de
James Bradley
J. A. Sat
J. A. Gordon
Harry D. Shaw
Asson F. Grahem
William F. Blakely
Edw. J. Porter
Jamey A. Wallace
Alin G. Prestley
James A. Wallace
Aaron F. Graham
Charleston
D. D. Wilson
Clus
W. F. Beanery
Enw
J. Pourep
Rom to the editor in Camden Weekly Journal
The writers defend their stance against Sumter editors over misnamed figures and a disputed remark. They pledge to respond fully in Samtoria at the next meeting and promise to confront opponents on their own ground if needed, asserting they fight for a just quarrel.
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Sumter
Watehcan
Danner
Samtoria
Samtarville
Witchiman
Nate
Shakespelle
Enaio
Williamston Spring Visitors Praise Healthful Waters At Williamston
A travel note from Williamston describes a recent pleasant stay at the spring praised for its palatable water rich in minerals and iodine. The writer notes accommodations are scarce but Cobb plans adding one hundred rooms to entertain a growing number of visitors, and expresses gratitude to locals and Mr Cobb for hospitality.
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Williamston
Deamon
Cobb
Carolin
Bach Guards
Allaana
Jannay's Hotel Sold. Farewell to Landlord Snead Tannoy
A local notice notes Jannay's Hotel will be sold next Monday. It praises landlord Snead Tannoy for his open heart and industry, predicting his future success elsewhere. The item also mentions Godey's Lady's Book September issue and its finely engraved plate and contents.
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Snead Tannoy
Minora
Amy
Thie
Jonney
Godey
Yellow Fever Rumor Grips Charleston Amid Outbreak Reports
A Charleston paper cites a July August yellow fever report from the city registrar detailing cases among shipping and locals. It counters interior rumors, urges quarantine enforcement, and argues for practical measures to halt disease spread from ships to residents.
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Crrv
Cit Register
Charlestow
Yellow Fever Threat Grows in Savannah and Charleston
Latest Savannah reports show a deadly, fast spread of a malignant Yellow Fever type, with many cases among shipping and foreigners. Charleston sees faster initial progress and fewer resident deaths, while local health authorities worry about an epidemic atmosphere and criticize harbor exposure.
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Savannah
Charleston
Southwest
United States
Board of Health
Li Wa
Jesus
Yorkville license vote cited as model for reform
The Camden Journal reprints Charleston Courier praise of Yorkville Town Council for asking citizens to decide liquor licenses by vote. Result: 110 votes against licenses to 66 and 53 for licenses. Advocates Yorkville's example as a guide for state reform and popular will in licensing.
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Camden Journal
Charleston Courier
Yorkville
Extent of Rouesia Described as Vast Yet Small for Emperor
A distorted account extols Rouesia as the greatest unbroken empire spanning vast parts of Europe and Asia, covering about one sixth of the globe. It claims Alexander the Great would skate the Baltic, bathe at the Caspian, wash at the Black Sea, and fish the North Pacific, while banishment and farmland grants are noted in Finland and Lapland and parts of North America.
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Asia
Brancey Sedi
England
Alexandery
Finland
North America
Fragmented 19th Century Scrape of World News Notes
A mosaic of brief items from various places and eras. Reports touch on trade in China, car fires, weather, fires near Roxboro, an accident at a tunnel, political commentary in Madrid, Canada’s royal ties, and scholarly gifts. Names, places, and incidents vary in clarity across the clustered notes.
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China
Hwy-Chow
Ningyong
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