Perry's Japan Negotiations Reported by Susquehanna
The Susquehanna brings extracts from China papers on Commodore Perry’s negotiations with Japan. It notes two ports for trade, coal depots, and terms debated with Japanese commissioners, plus Perry’s insistence on prompt coal access and trading ports within a year.
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New York
China
Commodore Perry
Japan
Hong Kong
Commodore Petty
Matsmai
Yeso
Sho-di-ma
Kanga-saqui
Liangkung
Adams
Saratoga
Mississippi
Bey of Yeddin
Susquehanna
Yedde
Point Rank
China Mail
Perry
Pieté
Saothers
Shan
Amusing Mistake In Washington Hall Show
Nebraskan Indians visiting Washington misread the Capitol as a menagerie arena. Agent Vanderslike took them to the House gallery where they watched debates on polygamy and Nebraska amid laughter and crowding. The visitors found the hall wonderful but misunderstood the spectacle as a traveling show worth a quarter.
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Vanderslike
Washington
Capitol
Nebraska
G.peile
Washington Star
Dr Nofsinger Opposes Slavery Expansion Letter Concludes
The Sentinel prints the final portion of Dr. Nofsinger of Parke County in a response to William Robson arguing against repealing the Missouri Compromise. He attacks Kansas Nebraska self government claims as a fraud, contending Congress controls territorial governments and slavery would be imposed. He urges preserving the old Compromise and criticizes the bill as a dig at true self government.
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The
State Journal
Nofsinger
the Sentinel
Nebraska
Parke County
Wm. Robson
Sentinel
Kansas
Missouri
Congress
United States
Washington City
Union
Lord North
The Schuyler Marriage Revealed
A Boston Transcript correspondent notes R. Schuyler, Harvard 1817, was related to Gen Schuyler and married secretly, living apart from his wife in New York. Despite defalcations and social scrutiny, he maintained a discreet life for over twenty five years as his daughter prepared to wed an Episcopal clergyman, revealing her true name and history to her fiancé.
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Schuyler
Boston Transcript
R. Schuyler
Harvard College
George Bancroft
Dr. Tyng
Caleb Cushing
Gen. Schuyler
Alexander Hamilton
Robert Schuyler
German South Bend meeting on slavery reform
A South Bend group called the Germans met on the 26th to endorse gradual abolition and oppose slavery expansion. They condemn the Missouri Compromise repeal and the Nebraska Bill, pledge to oppose proslavery candidates, and back Free Soil principles. The piece ends with a poem excerpt from Twilight Shadows and a reflection on loss.
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South Bend
Nebraska
Corrington Arrested for Malicious Shooting of Hilton Mare
The Portland Journal reports Corrington was arrested on the 19th for shooting a mare owned by Mr. Hilton. Hilton had earlier fired Corrington’s brother and sued for damages, leading to years of harassment, burnings, and animal mutilations attributed to the Carringtons. The grisly cruelty included skinning animals and leaving them, with little evidence to prosecute until the shooting.
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Portland
Jay Co
Corrington
Hilton
Carringtons
New York Mirror Reporter Mentioned in Hefty Estate Reference
A fragment notes that Fulter of the New York Mirror is said to be left about two hundred fifty thousand dollars in relation to the death of his father-in-law.
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Nangasaki
Uraga
Ireland
America
Fillmore
Webster
Commodore Perry
Bittinger
Kanagawa
Kasacca
Fulter
The
New York Mirror
The Dead and Our Obligation to Remember
A reflective meditation on memory and loss. The piece traces how people forget the dead over time as life resumes its normal pace. It contrasts the initial grief with the returning bustle of daily life and the fading recollection of departed loved ones.
Walnut remedy and hair care notes
Dr. Covenano claims walnuts relieve the worst ache when added to preparations. He also mentions hydrogen peroxide usage on hair and related remedies.
Admiral Duquesne Dies in Pavan On the 3d Inst
Admiral Duquesne of the French Fleet died at Pavan on the 3d inst. The brief notice records his death and affiliation with the French naval forces.
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Duquesne
Pavan
Fire destroys several Louisville stores
A fire swept through Louisville on the 7th destroying several stores and causing an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. Fire crews worked to contain the blaze and prevent further damage.
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Louisville
Empress of Austria Noted for Youthful Handsomeness and Poetry
A fragment notes the Empress of Austria as young and very handsome, with a talent for writing poetry, highlighting her refined artistic image and public appeal.
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Austria
Dutch Ship Reaches Cuba With 417 Chinese Laborers
A Dutch vessel arrives in Cuba carrying 417 Chinese laborers amid objections. Dr Talbott is not a Speaker, and the writer notes skepticism about his role, questioning expectations of leadership after a nomination.
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Cuba
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