Missouri Population and Slave Economics Debate
A Missouri census shows 912 206 total with 819 593 free whites, 2 652 free blacks, 89 590 slaves. White population up 28 percent in six years. slave growth about two percent. Authors note slavery depresses Missouri’s growth and land values near Keokuk, Iowa differ vastly in price. Insane, blind, and deaf populations listed, with slave counts among them.
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Keokuk
Iowa
Improvement of the Ohio Navigation Urged by Engineers
The article urges unified action to improve the Ohio River navigation. It cites Charles Mlle t as promoting reservoirs to steady flow, and notes essays by W Milner Rosnnts Capt A W Humphreys Exwoop Morris and a Franklin Institute article. It highlights Philadelphia North American support and calls on Congress to direct surveys and accelerate work for states burdened by low water and restricts on river flow.
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Exwoop Morris
Hillsborough
Journal of the Franklin Institute
Philadelphia North American
North American
Pennsylvania
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Baltimore Merchants Defended Against Old Fogies Charge
In a Cincinnati Gazette critique of Baltimore merchants labeled as Old Fogies the article defends local enterprise. It cites flour sales from Ohio to New York and Baltimore showing net gains for Baltimore at 63 cents per barrel, arguing Western dealers should view Baltimore favorably.
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The Icarian Community at Nauvoo Repeal Move Ahead
A memorial to the Illinois Legislature seeks repeal of the act incorporating the Nauvoo Icarian Society founded in 1849. The correspondent details its rise and dramatic decline, noting internal conflicts, violence, and a large stock withdrawal proposal of about $40,000.
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John Mitchell
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Gerard T. Hopkins
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Danie Tee
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Sheppard
Rumored Capture of the Steamer Sierra Nevada by the Enemy
Reports describe the Sierra Nevada seized in Punta Arenas where British officers questioned English subjects seeking protection. Four men accepted aid, then Capt. Wheat urged firmness. Col. Lockbridge protested. British-Costa Rican tensions tied to arms shipments to Walker and rumors of American warship absence.
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