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Newspaper

Columbus Enquirer

Location

Columbus, Georgia, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1847

Page

2

Campaign critique of Duncan L. Clinch for governor

A partisan analysis questions General Duncan L. Clinch's qualifications, contrasting him with George W. Towne. It mocks Clinch as shallow and unproven, argues Towne’s experience and intellect better fit leadership, and urges Georgians to judge by past public service rather than promises. The piece ridicules Clinch's record and praises Towne's longer career.

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Uncertain Mexican War News and Alabama Election Notes

The piece discusses rumors about a Mexican city possibly surrendering and the potential impact on peace, noting public weariness of the war and hoping for a speedy settlement. It also reports Alabama election results, Whig gains in Congress, gubernatorial prospects, and Senate/House listings with key districts and officials.

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A Bold Philadelphia Coal Tube Scheme Emerges

A speculative plan proposes a multistate iron coal tube from Port Carbon mines to Philadelphia covering about twenty miles at an estimated cost near seventy million dollars. The idea hinges on gravity and sliding ore, with skepticism about feasibility amid modern tech.

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Mexican War News and Texas Dispatches from 1847

From Texas to Vera Cruz reports of local unrest near San Antonio and Indian attacks on settlers. Capt. Hamilton raises a company for Mexico. volunteers await orders. Orders issued at Vera Cruz direct American citizens to gather, defend, and secure arms. Plantation prospects analyzed with New Orleans circular predicting uncertain cotton yields and potential price fluctuations amid global shortages and harvest hopes.

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Quarrel over Mexico defense amid Santa Anna Canalizo clash

Reports from Vera Cruz and Mexico City describe Gen. Scott's entry into the city after a brief skirmish near Penon de los Baños, with Santa Anna and Canalizo disagreed on city defense. The Massachuset tes reports a Mexican courier bringing word of Scott's advance and a confirmed occupation of Mexico City. Separate dispatches from Tampico recount DeRussy’s expedition toward Huejutla and a fierce rear attack by Mexican forces, with casualties and a retreat toward Pantagouca as U.S. troops press onward.

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Savannah Georgian Proposes Mockery of Generous Struggle

The Savannah Georgian denounces insincere praise of Gen. Gincu’s sacrifice and mocks those who question national resolve. It contrasts hostile comments about Mexicans and American aid, condemning treacherous rhetoric and praising steadfast service to the country and Georgia’s honor amid war.

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Retreat and skirmish after ambuscade near Monte Grande

Col. DeRussy's command breaks from a planned interview with Gen. Garay and retreats in heavy rain toward the Panuco river, pursued by Mexican forces. The march includes repeated skirmishes, heavy losses for the Americans, and a final pullback to Tampico after holding a fortified position with Dragoons and Louisiana troops.

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