Letters From the Japan Expedition on Port Louis and Shanghai
Extracts from letters of Joseph A Lilsey Jr of Newark recount May 10 anchorage at Port Louis Mauritius by the U S steamship and observations of Malayan slaves, local life, and graves. June 1 from Singapore notes weather, rumors about Japan expedition, repair of ship, and plans to Borneo and Hong Kong. Reports from Shanghai describe Perry’s squadron moves, sentiment of mercantile houses, and piracy fears along with cholera and Asian conflicts.
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Vdmv
Newark Advertiser
Joseph A. Hlilsey, Jr
U.S
Japan
Port Louis
Mauritus
Port Lewis Bay
Paul
Virginia
Singapore
Spain
Cuba
Borneo
Howler
Hong King
Jarma
Mississippi
Plymouth
Firey
Murdler
New York Tribune
Shangai T
Sloop of War
Rat
Maralall
Commodore Perry
Bayard Taylor
N. York Tribune
Arliste
Susquehanna
Shanghai
Goo
Supply
Bay of
Jeddo
Meeting in Sumter District seeks delegates for new judicial district
A meeting at Galloway’s Chapel Sumter District on the 13th appointed five delegates to represent Sumter at the convention at Tiller Church in Kershaw District the second Monday in September. They drafted resolutions to support establishing a new district and to oppose actions against this issue. The Surfor Banner Camden Journal and Choritinge were asked to publicize the proceedings.
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Sumater
Sumter
Warylinggun
Kershaw
Chestertuird
William Dana
Alexander McLear
High McKengie
Raven
Huh McKenzie
Kang Gupte A
Galloway
Capt
N- Gaylord
Chivlus Mer Lean
Leo
Tabu Oder
Davies
Sinal
Tiller Ubureh
Vnain
Surfor Banner
Carlton Flag
Camden Journal
Choritinge
Sive Die
William Dunn
Chin
AuuxaspEr MeLuas
Sce
A Model Cotton Crop on Lacoste Farm Report
The article recounts Lacoste's plantation near town with guano applied at 200 lbs per acre on 165 acres, noting 130 acres in cotton, 35 in fallow. Observers estimate yields per field, highlighting 1200 lbs per acre on one 135 acre section and 60 acres manured from stable. praises Lacoste's industry and perseverance as key to productivity.
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A. PL Licuste
Lueste
Wil
Lacoste
Ping Hind
Fulton
Laecosta
Maine
Guaneta
Chorun Gazette
Aid for New Orleans Suffering Spurs Camden Aid Effort
The Camden Weekly Journal urges rapid relief for New Orleans victims of yellow fever. It notes widespread distress among the poor and calls on Camden to match the Toward Association’s generous aid and the sympathies shown by Charleston and others to save lives and ease suffering.
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Orleana
Odesus
Camden
New Orleans
Charleston
Nobby
Tvir
Relief funds reach ten thousand dollars for New Orleans poor
Relief to the sufferers gathered funds through Charleston churches with eight thousand eight hundred and eighteen dollars pledged by Saturday evening. By Monday morning the total reached about ten thousand dollars, collected for the relief of New Orleans poor.
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Charleston
New Orleans
Sabbach
New Female College Location Disputed in Spartanburg Debate
A South Carolina Conference dispute over placing the New Female College near Spartanburg faces opposition at the next Newberry meeting. Critics argue against Spartanburg due to policy, price concerns, and past dissensions, warning of further objections from Spartanburg supporters at the Newberry Conference.
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Spartanburg
Newberry
Walford Gallege
Thie
Hiapline
Ruth
Chirely
South Carolina
Spartanluigg
Revolutivn
Ae Sportaburg
Spaetanbrigg
Newhorny
Thore
Weather and Oropa Crops Forecast Amid Mild Drought
Weather report notes cooler nights and sunny mornings with fair warmth forthcoming. Farmers report sheltering milu and focusing on crops in divers and creeks. if waters remain normal, abundant crops expected this year.
Godeys Lady's Book Fragment on September Issue
A fragment from Godeys Lady's Book discusses the September issue and its place in the riverily world, noting a high position and the need to read another Jolie forwarded. The readable text hints at critique of periodical prominence and requests broader reception of related works.
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Godey
Axe
Tiveriry
Tilly
Nvaibor
Fragmentary Tale of Arthur's Home Magazine Notes
Fragmented OCR text references Arthur's Home Magazine and a confusing sweep of names and events. It mentions a person with many wives and a government mission, plus references to an administration and senate, with unclear dates and places.
Missionary Meeting At Table Rock Gorge Draws Crowd
The Howe Missionary Association led by Rev. Wm. Lankford reports a year of devoted labor and a Sunday gathering of about 2 500 people. Sermons by Rev. Patterson, Prof. Minn, Rev. Way Curtis, and Rev. dG. Landen highlighted the event as locals noted hospitable welcome. The meeting featured scenic views of Glossy Mountain Channel and Table Rock, with praise for the setting and anticipation of future visits to the region.
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Howe
Association
Wm. Lankford
Me. Patterson
North Carolina
JS. Minn
Way Cutis
Dg. Landen
Sundsy
Chinel
Greenville Patent
Rev Avroen Wreespe Succeeds as Chaplain at Bar Hamel
The Sumter Banner notes Reverend Avroen Wreespe, long known as the zealous pastor, has resigned his church and accepted the appointment of chaplain to the police institution at Bar Hamel. The paper wishes him success in his new field.
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Avroen Wreespe
Talaver i
Ata Muleay Charen
Puce
Bar. Hamel
The Charleston Fair Trade Under Strain and Change
A Charleston trade scene report notes rising prices and scarce goods as merchants struggle with European imports, cottons, and linens. Local business faces upheaval from northern competition, with streets crowded by builders and dealers, and travelers returning from the North seeking relief from heat and costs.
Registration Reform Sparks Debate Across Europe and U S
Fragments discuss birth registrations and welfare systems in Europe and the United States. Critics question costs and privacy while praising reliable data for public welfare and statistics. Mention of tavern keepers and voters reflects broader social concerns.
Registration laws spark debate in early US states
The text critiques registration laws as dull but impactful, noting ninth state Virginia enacted such a measure amid a late session push led by Dr. P. C. Gooch. It contrasts Massachusetts hopefuls, South Carolina, and New York remarks, urging broader adoption of a general law to reveal civic benefits and curb past failures.
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Cnorena
Evaoer
Anillis
Copenhagen
Plensburg
Sanlerbur
Petersburg
Kiew
Tolywy
Bergevess
Reeds
Tuhia
Grmnd
Nick
Virginia
P.C. Gooch
J. Mavran
Providence
South Carolina
Suite Medical Association
Senate
Friends of
Lleonsider
New York Times
Fragmented Octagonal Postscript Tone in 19th Century News
The text compiles scattered notes on postal policy, cholera in Havana, observations on Chinese people in Colitia, and a brief excerpt on naval trade and mortality in New Orleans. It references tariff matters, Sanitary conditions, and European powers in a mixture of antiquated prose and garbled OCR.
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U. S. Japan Expedition
Ure Bedo
Highese Jlusele
Cuttaimer
Necro Verunas
Texas
Thoms Savoy
Roxane County
Jude A Garber
Perssons
Tom
Maryland
Washington, D.C
Tex
Asa
Hongton
Sanshicinto
Blick Toan
Lintiard
Expestision Unider
Jordan
Saletila
le Bromeheruns Chaney
Ted
Wool
Texan Emirates
Taylor
Maureree
Baens Vista Asaek
Torchen
Kentucky
Sar Antonio
Hieytas
San Antonio
Ain
Braich
Blto
Bine Muara
Aniniliere Chieugy Drews
de Hund
New York
Caurka and Enquirer
Qureemulury
Nea Iyeludy
Hollis Mili
Sharill
Welack
Calvin Dobneon
Sunayabe Nagabyet
Washington
House of Representatives
Louisiana
Congress
Nah Carnbt
Mn Kosor
Lancaster
Lelger
Thurstiy
Orverly
Lafaust
Dri
Robinson
Kayeti
Assen
Hughers
Olver Lan
the Camden Weekly Journal
Arthur's Home Magazine
Deaton
Leroy
Governoe Lwoll
Gordy
Ary
Justine
Kall Gels
Chileston
Fran
Europe
Hiss
Snel
New-York
Dean
United Skates
Lamani
Sereicy
TBS
Calas
Hans
Seuil
Uigmienia
Augier
Havana
Wgeiguttura Estes
Bai Misgeisen
Owis Mitelldenens
jCulitinnia
Pliny
Tein Barrows
Chinaten
Hamor
Het
Mexico
Vera Crue du Salley
Cty
Torst
Dover
Bagaye
Russia
Turkeys
Asia
Sardinia
Naples
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