War in Montebello and European tensions flare up
Reports from the steamer City of Washington describe a fierce May battle at Montebello. Austrians 15,000 versus French and Sardinian 6,000 to 7,000. Austrians retreat with 2,000+ dead, allies about 700. Article warns of intensified conflict as Europe braces for further bloodshed. Also notes local crime, political views on punishment, and remarks on the Austrian Emperor and Archduchess Sophia influencing policy. Additional items include Virginia election results, Wilmington education bond vote, and July celebrations.
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Battle of Montebello and Napoleonic exploits recounted
The article narrates Napoleon I’s 1800 Montebello engagement against Austrian forces, detailing the 16 000 French troops, the 18 000 Austrians on Montebello heights, and Lannes's brigade holding off, the field turning upon Desaix’s late arrival, and Napoleon’s emotional response. It links Montebello to Marengo and mentions Lannes's elevation to Duke of Montebello. It then shifts to a Texas scout against the Comanches by Major Van Dorn’s regiment, describing a major victory with 49 killed, 33 captured, and civilian casualties, followed by brief items on Charleston convention debates and Mississippi–Yazoo flood damage affecting cotton lands including Senator Douglas’s plantation.
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Dover Fourth of July plan urged to boost patriotism and economy
An editorial calls Dover to mount a unified effort for a July Fourth celebration citing local pride, historic liberty, and benefits to merchants and residents. It argues a town event would engage youth, deter dissipation, and showcase eloquent speakers while recalling revolutionary ideals.
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Two Fane Farm For Sale At Wilmington Hotel
Two hands of New Castle County Delaware farm stock offered at Admonds Hotel Wilmington on June 15. The two animals have 22 years of age in current owner’s possession with no sickness. Nearby Buena Vista farm and Senator Clayton’s estate noted. Local prices listed for flour, butter, wheat, potatoes, corn, ducks, oats, and chickens.
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