Columbus Times in Columbus, Georgia

GOVERNMENTAL MAIL CHANGES AND LOCAL NOTICES

In Columbus Georgia July 23 1845 officials report Post Office rules restricting deputy postmasters and cash deposits for postage. local Democratic meeting planned. various notices announce advertising agents for this paper. Governor Hammond’s letters praised. mail route debates continue with Charleston Railroad opposition and potential Savannah route. big New York fire damages towers and goods. continued political commentary on Crawford McAllister gubernatorial race. local election conventions form for the 13th Senatorial District. celebration notes for Masonic and social lodge events. multiple property foreclosures and sheriff sales in Talbot Randolph and Muscogee counties. Wesleyan Female College charity effort and recovery described. European news via Britannia arrival.