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Camden Weekly Journal

Location

Camden, South Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1853

Page

2

Monroe Doctrine and American Policy Debate in Washington

The Charleston Mercury reprints New York Journal of Commerce comments on President Pierce and Monroe Doctrine. It argues the administration seeks peaceful, broad American policy, opposing monopoly over interoceanic trade and endorsing Clayton Bulwer Treaty while pushing stronger US credit and influence in Central America.

Charleston Mercury New York Journal of Commerce Washington United States Fureths North South America Pierce

Policy Aimed at U S Exclusive Control of Communications

The treaty implies the United States should annul any shared protectorates over communications to secure exclusive control of continental communications. It asserts U S independence from other nations in all matters on the Continent and attributes this policy to General Pierce and his administration.

The Journal of Commerce Fetter Washington American Isthmus Great United States Calfernia Washington Union Democratic Party Pierce Boston Life Fysurange All Life Companies

Jamaica discontent cited over freed labor and misapplied reforms

A Savannah bound steamer report notes Jamaica planters protest manumission and new taxes, saying freed Afro Jamaicans burden former masters. Kingston Colonial Standard criticizes British philanthropy and the mass transfer of labor, arguing old Creole and Guinea workers were better, while English laws and race outcomes misfit Jamaica. Carolina correspondent warns the policy risks colonial losses.

Jamaica Conway Chagres Savannah Uit Kingston Jamanda House of Assembly John Bull England West India

Restoration of Light and Floral Wonders At Mr Allen's

The Baltimore papers report Dr. Brainerd of New York performing rapid eye restorations at a public lecture with several listeners claiming sight improvement in minutes. The Clipper notes cases of eye relief, while Fisk Allen advances a Floral Wonder project to raise Victoria Regia in his Grapery, highlighting his grape varieties and fruit production, and describing the lush display of peaches, cherries, oranges, lemons, and other exotics in his extensive绿houses.

Baltimore Brainerd New York The Argus Institute Nicholas Richell Charles Street C. R. Cunningham Baltimore Et Dr. B Fisk Allen South America Robert J. Schomburgh England Philadelphia Allen Mr. Allen

Election of a Bishop Elect in South Carolina

A Charleston Mercury report covers the Friday 10 o'clock meeting of the Protestant Episcopal clergy and laity at St. Michael’s Church. It notes the election process, the 12th ballot result, and Rev. Thomas F. Davis as Bishop elect of the Diocese of South Carolina, with remarks on unanimity and the assembly’s discipline. The piece also references a separate Abbeville Banner critique of political campaign practices and a Winnsboro Register call for more candidates for Ordinary and Sheriff roles.

Coxvennox Protestant Episcopal Church St. Michael’s Church P. J. Shand Trinity Church Columbia Henry Elwell Ste Boone China Hanekel Mesara Keith Teapier Barnwell Charleston Mercury Finance Committee Edward Metdy E.q Woodward St. Lukes Bishop Davis Thomas F. Davis Camden South Carolina Winnsboro Register Canpinates Abbeville Teader Jeputl

Fire destroys Capt. McCoy stable near Camden

A fire destroyed Capt. B. McCoy's stable nine miles east of Camden on a Saturday morning. Neighbors noticed the blaze around seven o'clock and learned a horse had been stolen during the night. Capt. McCoy, attempting to save an adjacent stable, was severely hurt.

Pire B. McCoy Aepirk SteCoy

Reverend Ter. Tuostas F. Davis Named Bishop of South Carolina

Telegraphic dispatch reports Ter. Tuostas F. Davis, pastor of Gres Church, elected Bishop of the Protestant Episcopal Church in South Carolina. The community regrets losing his valued services and acknowledges his notable qualifications and merit.

Thomas F. Davie Ter Tuostas F. Davis Gres Church South Carolina

Harmony Female College Endowment Promotes New Literary Enterprise

We learn that the Bradford Institute and property was sold on the ?d inst. and purchased by nine gentlemen, endowing a new literary enterprise under the above title to be organized on the last June, led by the Rev. Prof Monaux, President.

Harmony Female College Bradford Cnstitute and Property Monaux

Defence of Luther by Bachman advertised for sale

Publisher Mr Paxton announces a book in defense of Luther and the Reformation by Rev Dr Bachman. The work counters charges by Dr John Bellinger and others, praising Bachman’s learning and ability and predicting wide circulation.

Vast New York Style Goods House Ad Offers Extensive Assortment

The advertisement promotes B and L as the most extensive establishment in the Union, claiming unmatched variety in Sarndler and Coach Maker goods. It invites Baltimore buyers to Menara, McKesare and Soxa for a complete selection on accommodating terms, urging attention to the notice.

Moumrs Browning Messrs. B. & L Union New York Turdhascra Ylaiting Baltimore Menara, McKesare Soxa Sarndler

Aztec Children Exhibit Stirs Controversy at Last Week's Event

The International Magazine notes a Thursday to Friday display of Aztec children said to resemble ancient Mexican sculptures. Observers debate origin and authenticity while praising their human likeness and suggest possible Central American ties to Eximaya.

Iximays Central America International Moral New York Ita Saya Sho International Greeley Tom Thumb Indiana Thea Eximaya

Exchanges and periodical notices from Lexington and Charleston

The issue notes Lexyotos Tenkogarm editor, Brackwaon's Magazine April arrival, and lists newly elected directors of The People's Bank Charleston. Also mentions Southern Quarterly Review contents, critique aims, and commentary on book criticism. Reports Parker, Col. Karrt elected to the South Carolina House to fill a vacancy.

Lexyotos Tenkogarm Aboys W. J. Haxpoura Lexington D. H C. Prica Brackwaon's Southern Quarterly Review Ins Leen Oriental Studies Calhoun British West India Islands Hawthorne Critlal Othes Messrs. Wauhead Bowne Hondindiron Jolnaon Lina Een Natal Thi Eliimeter A. G

Janney's Hotel in Columbia Servants Polite to Guests

The writer recalls visiting Columbia and Jasney's Hotel where the owner treats guests well while showing indifference to the poor. The hotel sees daily arrivals led by Loring or Mr. Wittaast and Mr TANsey's assistant, notable for their civility and immunity to criticism.

Janney Columbia Jasxtey Martions Set Jasney Eycophaney Iris Jaaney Uum Loring Charleston

Fragmentary 19th Century Notices on Coast Survey and Elections

Fragmentary text references General Wallace, Senator Douglas, and congressional redistricting affecting Georgia. Mentions Annual Report of the Superintendent of the Coast Survey, responses to treaty discussions, and a slate of directors for the Columbia Bank. Also notes actions by John A. Crawford and other named figures during a directorate meeting.

Ben D. Wallace Wallace Coast Survey Tate Congress Dasish WallAce John A. Criwlort

Lancaster Road Meeting Calls June Stockholders’ Assembly

A large and enthusiastic meeting at the Courthouse, Col. Dixon Barnes presiding, urged building the Lancaster road. J. A. Tassel tine named secretary. It was resolved stockholders meet on the first Monday in June to elect a President and Directors. Attendees included Col. J. Wy Huey and G. M. Witherspoon.

Coars House Dixon Barnes J. A. Hasseltine J. Wy Huey J. Williams G. M. Witherspoon P_T. Hammond Lancaster T. W. Huey Lancaster C. I A. Tiasseltine See Lancaster C. HL

Subscriptions for Chester Bank capital amid regional bounds

The article notes subscriptions reaching thousands of dollars from Chester and broader areas including New York and Colunachin, with a total capital stock aimed at five hundred thousand dollars and additional funding pledges. It mentions North Carolina legislature approval, regional transport plans, and a Fayetteville stockholders meeting backing a branch road linking to Salisbury.

York Coluachin Charlotte North Carolina Sauteran Fayetteville Alamo Salisbury Ater Jaldera N. B. Bill Rennie County Randolph

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