Portraits and Memoirs of Eminent Americans Invitation
C F Thorn invites C F Twonx to contribute likenesses and a memoir for a new portrait volume. He cites steel engravings by top artists and requests a daguerreotype and accurate life facts. Thorn notes plans to publish soon and asks for timely cooperation and confirmation from Livingston at 157 Broadway New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gagr
Broadway
New York
C. F. Twonx
Livingston
C. F.thorn
Barnwell
C. Jolly Livixeston,Esq
Autobiographical Anecdotes From a Humble Contributor
A humorous self portrait recounts early mischief such as stealing watermelons and gambling on boats, followed by mishaps in military and political life. The writer notes fame elusive, recalls runaways, a failed census quest, and a promised payment from a supposed contact that never materialized, ending with a nod to ongoing duties.
Death of Napoleon Described in Headley Sketches
The passage recounts Napoleon’s death on Saint Helena during a violent storm. It portrays Nature asserting its power as the conqueror passes from the world while his scattered thoughts roam to battles and distant campaigns. His final utterance and the sorrowing comrades conclude the scene.
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Napoleon
Headley
Europe
Stroggli
Pyramids
Danube
Thales
Italy
Poison in Whiskey Adulteration Sparks Temperance Debate
The Columbus dispatch notes distillers use strychnine to boost whiskey yields, harming hogs and tainting other liquors. It cites a Washington analysis of brandy as containing strychnine, and argues regulation alone cannot end the drink problem, comparing poisons to common adulterants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus (O.) Democrat
Washington
Railroads bring vast travel changes since 1800
A Bradford Herald correspondent notes the early era of travel when navigation was narrow and few passengers, two shanty taverns at Buffalo, only one weekly stage to Canandaigua, and a common wagon. He highlights how inventive genius transformed transportation over time.
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Bradford
C. W
Buffalo
Canandaigua
Heat Joins Firms In Collapse Of Partnership
Weather waves of extreme heat trigger several firms to dissolve partnerships over the past week. The hot conditions contribute to financial strain and strategic reevaluation among local businesses.
Rothschilds and Palestine in a wartime prophecy
The Verona Chronicle excerpt discusses Jews in Palestine and the Rothschild wealth as central to a feared geopolitical future. It links biblical Armageddon imagery to a potential transfer of Palestine to Jewish control, with Russia and Western powers shaping a dramatic, end times scenario. The piece frames Jewish ascendancy and Rothschild fortune as pivotal in resolving Palestine's fate.
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Rothschild
Palestine
Vermont Chronicle
Paris
Europe
Abraham
Turkey
Russia
Mediterranean
Nile
Possi
France
Babylon
Burrators Buffalo Kills and Trade Estimations
Vaughan reports buffalo losses and fur trade activity across his agency. He estimates annual buffalo kills near 400000 with about 100000 robes shipped by two trading companies last year. Many pelts are used for lodge robes as severe winters drive deaths and drownings in the Missouri crossing.
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Vaughan
Missouri River
Joseph
Movements of Matt Ward and his family to West Point
A report states Matt Ward his brother and Mrs Ward left Louisville by carriage for West Point on the Ohio River. They were ordered to leave and, after entreaties and payments, boarded a stern wheeler. They endured a cold night with no shelter and were later stopped at Cannelton and told to depart by local citizens.
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Matt. Ward
Louisville
West Point
Ohio River
Cannelton
Democracy and foreign vote questions widen party fault lines
Editorial correspondence from Washington argues the House may strike a native-born clause while the Senate insists on it, warning that foreign vote rights could be restricted. The piece cites German voters in territories and condemns dual-headed policy as a dangerous precedent, urging foreigners to study the record and compare votes.
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Washington
Democrat
House
Senate
Fst
T Khan
Chi. Journal
A Novel Prosecution at Green Farms Connecticut
A man who left the Methodist faith for a new church faced difficulty restraining religious fervor in meetings. He frequently spoke out and exclaimed Amen and Glory to God during services. He was fined three dollars with costs totaling ten dollars after being accused of religious worship. Harford Courant.
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Green Farms
Connecticut
Harifoed Courant
Flowery tribute to the virtuous woman described as angelic
A decorative piece praises the virtuous woman as an angelic, sunbright presence whose influence uplifts society, church, and youth. It likens her to a flower, music, and heaven sent inspiration, ending with a promise of sending a hat, umbrella, cane, and hymn book tomorrow.
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Steve
Venus
A Fish Story From Peoria News
The Peoria News reports a larger fish catch extraction from Peoria Lake than a previous 1900 pounds. It took several men three days to haul them out and now a promotion for the “socks” is announced.
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Peoria
Peoria Lake
Wool prices and stock shift in markets this year
The Ovey Gazette notes a year ago wool remained on sheep but now stock is on hand. Woolen fabrics have declined. Eastern markets show wool 10 to 12 cents lower than this time last year.
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Ovey Gazette
Virtue Guide Inspires Respect Obedience and Charity
A didactic verse lists the best conduct toward family, neighbors, and God. It urges tolerance toward opponents a steady heart toward children deference to parents and respect for all. The poem frames obedience as the path to personal and social pride.
Trial report of Martha Washigton case in Helena
The Cincinnati Columbian recounts a Kis sane trial in Phillips County Arkansas. Prosecutor’s attorney J C Felsen is taunted by remarks from the defense as the crowd reacts with evident satisfaction. The judge or speaker warns the accused of hanging here, and the atmosphere grows ghastly as the remarks are delivered.
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Cincinnati
Dewie
Martha Washigton
Helena
Napa
Kissane
J.C. Felsen
Waite
Ohio
Arkansas
Phillips County
Kis
Cole
Palmer
Hissane
Snobbery in Thackeray’s View Sparks Social Debate
The fragment discusses Thackeray’s remark that snobs exist in the country in smaller numbers but with similar behavior. It notes a definition of around about the community as a large and respectable class and the tendency of those who feel superior to impose their will on others.
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Thackery
International dispute on Cuba and colonial rights
A period note argues the United States has no greater claim to Cuba than to Great Britain and warns against forceful seizure or reckless action. It urges caution before involvement in conduct with Spain and France and references commerce as a key concern.
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Cuba
Tes
Great Britain
France
Spain
Unclear Death Report In Hancock Residence
A fragmentary report states that Mr John Hancock noted as nephew of the hailed family in Hancock died after an incident at a well known mansion. Details are unreadable but indicate a fatal accident occurring on a Sunday with the individual passing shortly after.
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John Hancock
Hancock
Local Subscribers Wary Over Redacted Cash Terms
A fragment notes tension among readers over subscription costs and payment terms, suggesting concern about how certain charges are handled and potential changes to rates. The text mentions subscribers and monetary figures in a cautious tone without clear specifics.
Unclear Text Summary From OCR Snippet
The readable portion shows a garbled claim about a boa and a sea creature exchange, with a quoted line about ten years of searching for someone willing to be busy. No coherent event or identifiable entities remain readable.
Admonishing a Child Echoes Through Brief Scene
A mother chides her seven year old son in a terse domestic moment captured in fragmented text. The passage hints at a parental warning or guidance amid a simple home interaction.
Repent and be saved or face headless county jury
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a biblical admonition about repentance and punishment by a county jury. The exact context, names, or location are unreadable, but the line conveys a stern warning of doom if moral grounds fail.
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Alexander Smith
Hansford Dade Duncan
Great West
Alabama
Ben Franklin
Thomas D. Condy
E. S. Marshall
Col
B. H. Brown
C. Frank Powell
Eewen
Duke of Wellington
Louinsburgh
Lab Ecentonices
Marice
Havi
Milton
An. Iris
Sane
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