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Newspaper
Delphi Dollar Journal
Location
Delphi, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1855
Page
2
The Carroll Circuit Court sits with J. M. Wallace presiding and I. N. Harlan prosecuting. The Agricultural Society says premiums from the recent Fair will be published next week.
Rumor from Cincinnati reports a Pacific Railroad train of about 700 passengers crossing a middle span near Madison City when the bridge gave way and the train fell about 30 feet. Several prominent St. Louis men are said to have died, including Mr. Cuorgan and Mr. Sullivan, the chief engineer.
Congress creates brevet Lieut. General appointment for Gen. Scott, granting retroactive pay and allowances from May 29, 1847. The decision has been communicated to Gen. Scott.
Patrons are informed the Dollar Journal will charge one dollar fifty cents in advance due to higher provisions and fuel costs. The note explains two years of price experiments and plans to enlarge the paper in the spring to the size of the Lafayette Weeklies Courier, urging continued subscriptions amid rising newspaper prices.
A Crescent editorial notes the Delphi Indiana Rail Road House, formerly the American, has new owner Harrison Cuamppertin and rebuilt amenities. A local resident accuses editor J B Newton of covert coaching landlords and demands payment of long standing debts amid slander claims.
Indiana free banks have deposited the required securities under law amounting to one hundred ten dollars per one hundred dollars issued. Institutions listed include Tippecanoe Bank Bank of South Bend Bank of North America Shawnee Bank Indian Reserve Banks Farmers' & Mechanics' Bank and several others across the state.
From Washington Oct 29 Gen Pierce says Gov Reeder was elected by a mob It is a fixed fact that the entire Cabinet will oppose Reeder s election and admission as a delegate from Kansas Jefferson Davis swears it shall never be done Guthrie and Cushing cry Amen to that Dobbin backs it They do not wish this known before the November elections
The National Intelligencer reports Washington hotels can accommodate a total of 2470 people. The figure reflects capacity across major lodging houses and assigned spaces for travelers.
The New Albany Tribune discusses the 1856 issues to be debated before the people led by John L. Robinson. It argues against territorial sovereignty and for limiting suffrage to U.S. citizens, citing Calhoun and Westcott and predicting an 1856 referendum to annul a constitutional clause. It also notes a Delaware Indians religious meeting near the river, with dancing and singing observed by locals.
Washington writer notes that nothing will be decided on Utah's governorship until Congress meets. Observers familiar with Utah affairs say a strong military force may be required to handle the situation.
The Pennsylvania Legislature stands 17 Democrats to 16 opposition in the Senate and 68 Democrats to 32 opposition in the House, outlining the party balance after the election.
A letter from Lebanon Illinois recounts an attack on Rev. William C. Clark by a Missouri ruffian named Childs aboard the Polar Star near Kansas City. Clark suffers severe injuries as others urge violence while the captain orders him off the boat.
The State Rights Democrat reports two men found a large rattlesnake fighting hogs in a woods near Elba Alabama. The snake tore hogs apart, three hogs died and a fourth was dying as the struggle ended with both snake and hogs dying. Grass and ground within thirty yards were torn up. The snake measured six and a half to seven feet. the hogs tore off all rattles except two.
A Keokuk Iowa letter writer reports lots sold and preparations underway to erect one thousand buildings in the city next year. There is heavy demand for carpenters and masons.
A marked drop in German emigrants to the United States is noted. In 1854 about 76,000 departed via Bremen, but this year the total has fallen to under 20,000, signaling a dramatic decline in emigration.
A writer denounces Saratoga Springs as folly and vice while recounting a fatal duel near Savannah. Dr. Kirk, from Savannah, was killed by his brother in law John Chaplin of South Carolina after a property dispute. Chaplin fired twice in the air, then aimed to kill as his seconds warned him. The fatal shot ended Kirk’s life and confirmed Chaplin’s role in the duel.
Caleb Cushing has instituted suit against Daniel Webster's estate for a heavy amount due him. The executors refused to liquidate the claim.
The German Emigration Society of Cincinnati has purchased 620 acres along the Mississippi in Wisconsin and plans a German town named Alma. The Detroit Tribune reports Gen Cass bought the premium horses at the Michigan State Fair for 1000 dollars and the Buffalo Express asks if the General will run again.
German bakers adopt a limewater dough technique praised by chemist Baron Liebig as more nutritious than traditional methods. The claim centers on enhanced nutrition from the limewater preparation and its impact on bread quality.
The Prussian government will buy breadstuffs mainly corn in the United States amounting to 3,500,000 dollars as part of securing food for its people.
Jos Atkinson an Englishman was tarred and feathered and ridden on a rail by Parkville Missouri citizens on Wednesday evening the 17th instant. The cause given is his affection for a colored lady.
Dir. Kane recently returned from his second Arctic expedition plans to marry a Fox girl famed for spirit rapping notoriety. The pairing combines a noted navigator with a high profile entertainer from the Fox family.
The Greencastle banner prints the ticket of Millard Fillmore for President and Andrew J. Donaldson of Tennessee for Vice President, indicating a local political listing.
The report estimates French losses at 7,000,000 francs and Russian losses at 80,000,000 francs from the Sevastopol action. The figures indicate substantial wartime damages and financial impact.
Charles Higgins, fourteen, was killed in Columbus Ohio on Thursday when a gun fired while he fixed a firearm at a chicken in the garden. He was hidden by a bush and the ball struck his head causing instant death.
Chinese government purchases the American steam-tug Con fu cious for 90000 dollars with payment to be made in six equal monthly installments.
Report says Texas lawmakers will approve the debt bill approved by the last Congress, despite a popular majority opposing it and calls for rejection spreading among citizens.
Hon Linn Boyd is reported very ill with a chronic diarrhea condition. The brief notice notes his ongoing health battles and asks for understanding during his illness.
No boats have yet appeared from the break at Louisburgh Ru mor says that it has broke the second time.
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