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Newspaper
Delaware State Reporter
Location
Dover, Delaware, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1855
Page
2
A fragment discusses The Times criticizing the United States for filibustering in Cuba and Haiti and urging stronger action by Britain. It accuses the Times of biased peril rhetoric, notes Britain’s fleet buildup to block North America, and questions imperial motives amid alleged French and European meddling.
The Baltimore Know Nothings faced close results amid claims of pre election intimidation aimed at naturalized citizens. Reports suggest threatening letters warned against voting, with fear shaping turnout. Maryland, New Jersey and Wisconsin results show mixed gains for Democrats, while New York alignment splits hurt Hard and Soft Shell factions. The piece also notes a deadly St Pauls Railway disaster and critiques prophetic figures influencing political discourse.
The article notes the venerable elm in front of the State House has been declining due to exposed roots. It describes efforts to cover the roots to arrest decay and restore the tree's vitality, and mentions nearby property changes including removal of an old building for a flower garden by Rev. Bradford. It also references church matters and various local notices and advertisements.
The Anti-Slavery Association of Philadelphia held a Sansom Street Hall meeting not to honor Mr Williamson but to aid refugees in Canada. The crowd expected Williamson, but he was absent and the event devolved into a halfhearted performance with mediocre singing and rough wit from nearby attendees. Further notes touch on newspapers, England’s stance on Ireland, and a tight Philadelphia money market.
An 1855 West Chester letter denounces the Know Nothing paper sent by relatives. The writer condemns the party as corrupt and anti Christian, stresses allegiance to the Democratic Party and constitutional rights, and defends ancestral memory against immigrant hostility.
Dispatches report Nicaragua's political shifts with Rivas and Walker factions, troop movements, and fiscal actions at San Juan and Greytown. Indian conflicts in Oregon push relief efforts. Arctic voyage by Vincennes records new latitude, while San Francisco seethes over arms raids and volunteer exodus.
A London Times report states Britain is fitting out four new squadrons to strengthen naval power at Bermuda and the West Indies stations. The move aims at watching the United States and concerns stalled disputes with Britain over Cuba, St Domingo, and the Clayton-Bulwer treaty, with potential implications for Nicaragua and Danish West Indies interests. A London writeup suggests the flotilla serves broader aims than defending Ireland, while other notes mention a New York Bay boating collision and a medical advertisement.
Married notices record P Barry Bates wed Elisabeth Hickman of Lewes Del at Philadelphia on the 6th inst. Also Avery J. Wrogox of Leipsic Del wed Repрa Plansox of Pearson's Cornet Kent County on the 31st inst.
Died. At Pottsville near Laurel Del Oct 5 William H son of William S and Elizabeth Phillips aged 9 years. At Laurel Oct 19 William J H son of John M and Hetty Ann Phillips aged 2 years 9 months and 7 days. In Wilmington on the 8th inst Joan Max Gap in the 26th year of his age.
A Dover market listing from November 18, 1855 presents varied commodity prices. Items include flour per dozen bundles, wheat per bushel, potatoes per bushel and other produce, poultry prices by dozen, flaxseed, fish such as herring and mackerel, wood, butter, lard, and dried fruits with a range of per unit costs. The column reflects daily market rates and item availability for local buyers and sellers.
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