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Newspaper
Delphi Dollar Journal
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1854
Page
2
Pained community records the drowning deaths of Dr. Blanchard’s son and Mr. Pigman’s boy after venturing onto an ice edge beside Deer Creek. Dr. Blanchard’s son found near a small island. companion missing Sabbath noon. Editorial laments and offers comfort, with a note on a temperance paper from Brookville Indiana.
The Lafayette Journal quotes debate on the Maine Law and a Prohibitory Law, arguing honest men rely on common sense against anti republican whiskey policies. It notes Pearce’s six year Senate term and criticizes opposing Maine Law rhetoric.
A reader letters dispute Gov Wright and a Maine Law proposal. The author denounces Delphi Weekly Times for misrepresentation and defends his actions as truthful while attacking the editor and unnamed critics. The piece argues the governor suggested temperance measures and denies personal injury to Wright.
Isaac Jackson calls for publication of his statements and explanations in response to a slanderous charge. He demands disclosure of the name and claims of a “reliable Democrat” cited by the Times and asks for a copy of the newspaper if published, or immediate return if not.
The Africa reached port amid fog and limited updates from Europe. Wheat and corn markets show mixed demand with flour prices slipping, while the Danube sees Russian pressure on Kalafat and whispers of European troop movements and diplomacy in Vienna Paris and London.
A detailed obituary notes the death of a centenarian who lived through the American Revolution and the nation’s early days. It reflects on a life spanning 100 years, touching on independence, governance, and the many changes since his childhood. The piece then shifts to agricultural advice urging farmers to plant a robust spring crop, sow oats and corn, and employ capital and fertilizers to boost future yields amid high grain prices and railroad-driven demand.
The Indianapolis temperance speech by Henry W. Ellsworth argues that temperance transcends party lines. The Temperance Union notes Democrats could gain from temperance sentiment and urges true philanthropist candidates for the Legislature who support or openly endorse prohibition. Frankfort Crescent reports.
Wheat reached two dollars per bushel in three prior centuries due to crop failures or war, with notable 1816 1836 and 1854 causes. A Washington dispatch reports ex president Fillmore готовит marriage to a wealthy widow, daughter of a deceased U S officer.
The article closes with guidance to farmers to pollough early sow early and plant early next spring urging timely field work to optimize yields. Dialogue emphasizes seasons, preparation, and timely planting for improved harvests.
The bearded lady teams with General Tom Thumb for joint exhibitions in New York. Two new deans are slated to be seen at the Indianaapolis venue, signaling additional attractions for visitors.
The Africa news notes uncertain war prospects and cautious Czar leadership. Europe prepares for conflict as Austria sends 40,000 troops into Hungary. American markets react with flour prices falling after Africa’s reports.
The editor of the Erie Constitution beat back two men, Lowry and Kilpatrick, who burst into his sanctum to punish him for a plain assertion. The editor struck first and secured a decisive thrashing.
The America and Canada report a battle at Kalafat with Turkish forces victorious. Commercial intelligence is noted as unimportant and flour shows a downward trend in the log.
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