People of Indiana celebrate independence over Nebraska bill
The Delphi Journal reports that Indiana voters affirm self government and denounce the Nebraska bill as an overreach. It condemns Douglass Bright and Pettit, urges reestablishment of the Missouri Compromise or resignation, and notes broad support across Maine Vermont New Hampshire Connecticut Iowa Indiana Ohio and Pennsylvania for liberty and reform.
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Indiana
Douglas, Bright, Pettit & Co
Nebraska
Jesse D. Bright
John Pettit
Maine
Vermont
New Hampshire
Connecticut
Iowa
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Douglass, Bright & Co
New Croruthe Stock of Clothing Arrives at Henry's
J R Henry announces new fall and winter stock of clothing he warrants to be best quality and cheap in the bargain. See Lady.
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New Croruthe
J. R. Henry
Official Carroll County Vote Preserved for Next Year
A note directs that the official Carroll County vote tally appears in a different column and asks politicians to keep it for next year.
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Carroll Co
Victory for Anti-Nebraska Governors and Legislatures
The piece proclaims sweeping anti-Nebraska victories in Pennsylvania Ohio and Indiana with large majorities. It notes polls show anti-Nebraska governors elected and anti-Nebraska candidates dominating Congress, plus a strongly anti and prohibitory Indiana legislature likely to influence a U S Senate seat and doggeries laws. It also mentions railway progress and planned funding for a direct Lakes to St Louis line.
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Pennsylvania
Ohio
Indiana
Pollock
Nebraska
Congress
Douglasite
U. S
Pettit
Old Line Clay Whig Echoes on Court House Faction
An Old Line Clay Whig of Jackson township notes the S80 majority promised to the Court House Faction has not been received and predicts likely defeat by the first rise in the creek.
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Court House
Jackson Township
Lake Erie Wabash and St Louis Rail Road partial suspension explained
The Lake Erie, Wabash and St. Louis line between Fort Wayne and Lafayette paused work due to a troubled money market and fraudulent stock scandal. The road raised about four million from cash stock and bonds, but panic reduced demand for railroad securities. Officials expect completion to Fort Wayne by February and eventual resumption with improved bond sales.
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Wabash and
St. Louis
Fort Wayne
Lafayette
New York
Erie
Eric
New York Central
Robert Schuyler
England
Wabash Valley
Ft. Wayne
Third Annual Carroll County Fair At Camden
The Carroll County Agricultural Society held its third fair in Camden on Thursday and Friday. Attendance nearly doubled from prior years and exhibitions increased in number and quality, especially in mechanical and agricultural products. Judges’ awards will be published after decisions are finalized.
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Carroll County Agricultural Society
Camden
Society
Coun
Anties Celebrate Victory with Courthouse Illumination
Saturday evening celebrations lit the Court House and many Square buildings. Speeches were given, no opposition offense occurred, and the crowd left pleased that the country was safe.
Tar Garat Easy Exuerrioy Show Draws Mixed Reactions
The event concluded with prizes awarded to several young participants. 1st prize went to Romer, Clark County for a ten month old girl receiving a silver tea set valued at 300 dollars. 2nd prize to McDowell of Cincinnati for a 13 month old boy with a silver tea set valued at 200 dollars. 3rd prize awarded to Cannon of Philadelphia for an 11 month old girl. 4th prize awarded to Howe of Cincinnati for a girl with a Christ statue. The overall event pleased some and disappointed others.
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Cannon
Philadelphia
Howe
Christ
Terrible Railroad Disaster on the Missouri Compromise Line
An 1854 accident on the National Democratic line threw the locomotive and train from the track into Salt River after breaking apart. Reports blame engineer Mr. Pierce and conductor Mr. Douglas amid furious public anger. Citizens tear up tracks and push for a people controlled new line with Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania portions completed.
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National Democratic
Salt River
Pierce
Douglas
Indiana
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Cass ousted from Democratic fold by Richmond Enquirer
The Richmond Enquirer reports General Cass is read out of the Democratic party. The piece frames Cass as no longer aligning with party principles and marks a political realignment reflected in Virginia media.
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Richmond Enquirer
General Cass
Misfortune at sea and notable 19th century events
Sunday night last a steamship fire claimed twenty three lives on the river. Wm B Brands swam the Mississippi in 18 minutes covering a mile and a half to Phelps Wharf, Quincy. Flour and bread prices in Bethany declined. Rumors say Mormons bring slaves to Utah. The Arctic steamer was lost near Cape Race. 300 to 400 presumed dead after a collision with an unknown vessel. George Kraemer, famous for 1824 25 political letters, died in Pennsylvania. A Jackson County Indiana land sale saw ten acres of corn sold at 30 per acre. State Fair at Madison drew fewer attendees than last year but impressed. Rev Poote notes prairie Texas gospel outreach limited. Ohio District Court upholds the New Liquor Law as constitutional.
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Geo. Kraemer
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Davis
Jackson County
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W.G. Poote
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Peck
Message to Carroll county Officers from a concerned citizen
A reader urges Carroll county officers to govern humbly and uphold principles in state laws. The letter asks lawmakers to serve all people, protect the weak, and avoid arrogance as they take office.
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Dollar Journal
Carroll County
Temple block foundation under way in Salt Lake City
June workmen began the temple block foundation in Salt Lake City. The 240 foot square stone structure is planned for the Southeast corner. Bitter Creek coal beds offer hoped for wealth, transportation limits hinder current access. Rumors of minor disturbances involving Green River Snakes and the Minta Utahs swirl amid rapid vegetation and promising harvests. A Manti correspondent reports Walker and his band left amicably with cattle and flour, while Spaniards reportedly lost articles and surveying gear after an assault by Indians.
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Mormon Southern Settlements Grow in Prosperity and Labor
The Deseret News reports the southern Mormon settlements teem with industry and enterprise in farming and building. Brigham Young urges family heads to send teams and supplies to the brethren on the road to sustain them until the 1855 harvest. Goods valued at one million dollars travel from Missouri to Deseret. On June 28 missionaries were named for distant lands and John Smith was elected Patriarch over the Church.
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Deseret
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Hiram Smith
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Deseret News
Soila Excela Stills
Temperance division notes death of Joux Ecsicart
The Pittsburg Division No 172 of the Sons of Temperance adopted resolutions mourning the death of John Ecsicart who died October 1. The group expressed sympathy to his family and sent copies to the Delphi Journal Delphi Times and Temperance Union. WM Parker and A Phelps signed. Also reports a Covington Ky murder where Samuel Easton was killed by Portman after a dispute at school. Easton died within hours. Portman indicted for murder. crowds threatened lynching. Lef Jour notes.
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Pittsburgh
Sons of Temperance
Divine Providence
Joux Ecsicart
Jonx
WM. Parker
A. Phelps
St. Fisher
Covington
Samuel Easton
Portman
Easton
Fortman
Lef. Jour
Break in canal near town washes boat Napoleon away
A canal break near town on Sunday swept the boat Napoleon from its position and carried it beyond recovery. The break itself was repainted on Saturday night, according to Lagan Journal.
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Napoleon
Died Of Illness In County Times
In a local column two deaths are noted. Catuceixe Saxapason daughter of Hon C Sanderson dies at Lithinet after illness. She was a devoted Presbyterian member and beloved by family. Also listed are deaths of Essrezee Boies age 63 on Sth inst and Wx Pad aged 26 on the 13th from cholera.
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C. Sanderson
Presbyterian Church
Uholers
Essrezee Boies
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