Terrifying Mississippi steamboat disaster reported near Natchez
The Louisville Journal recounts the collision of the steamer Maria and the steamer Sultana below Natchez on the Mississippi River. The Maria sank in about three fathoms water, with 52 crew aboard and 12 to 14 escaping unhurt. 25 to 30 were badly scalded. others missing. Two ladies aboard, Mrs Mead and Mrs Leandsdale, shown calm presence, were rescued by the Tahna and Sultana crews.
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Louisville Journal
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St. Louis
J. G. “Leandsdalé On
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Talan
Drs. Meade, Saunders
Samuel Hyman
Louisville
Tite
Falma
Duanica
Peute
Charse
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Soltoma
Atlantic disaster toll grows as survivors recount voyage
The steamer Atlantic wreck claim s many lives including Miss Jordan and Dr Armstrong. Chief engineer Dobbe nearly died, Mr Patridge and Miss Jordan were aboard, and Reverend Armstrong perished aiding others. Boston lists show numerous ticket buyers for New York. Armstrong’s death mourned by the American Board.
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N. ¥. Observer
Newark Advertiser
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Steamer Atlantic Wreck Off Long Island Sound
A gale on Thursday night wrecked the steamer Atlantic near Allyn's Point in the Long Island Sound. Explosion of the steam chest and a shifting wind created a hurricane conditions, causing chaos on deck. Despite anchors and lifeboat measures, the vessel broke apart at midnight and sank, with at least half the passengers and crew lost. Six women, children, and seven infants perished. survivors wrapped in blankets and clung to improvised rafts as the ship struck the shore.
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Long Island Sound
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Anchorage
Ecra
York Herald of Sunday
Fred
Courier
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Yeseda
Ha Lor
Buff
Mercury
Budela
Cleveland
Wnercury
Congress
Eden Strong
Tiis Lay
Mexican War Dispatches From Vera Cruz To San Luis Potosi
News from Havana and Vera Cruz to late October reports Santa Anna rallying forces near San Luis Potosi with about 20,900 troops concentrating at San Luiz Potosi. Letters claim a march on Mexico City to crown himself dictator after crushing Federal factions. Troops evacuating Tampico to join Santa Anna, while Vera Cruz fortifications and volunteers increase as enthusiasm for war grows in Mexico.
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Hayne
Havana
Tay
Ampica
Vera Cruz
Monteo J
Vera Crozco
City of
Mexico
Santa Ants
San Luiz Potosi
Santa Anna
Taylor
Federal Party
Tamrico
Tampico
San Luis Potosi
Cuspico
San Louis Potosi
Gen. Salas
Mex
Laxuin Ladron
Ampudin
Frst
Goa
Vera Cras
San Unis
Mexican War Preparations and Specie Movements Reported
The report notes Mexico mobilizing citizens and volunteers to concentrate at San Luis Potosi, abandoning Tampico, and drawing troops from Tampico to strengthen forces. A Vera Cruz letter describes large sums of money moving from Guanajuato and San Luis Potosi toward Tampico, with British efforts tied to shipment. Private letters mention changes in mediation by England and ongoing ministerial discussions.
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Sax Luis Potosi
Santa Anna
San Luis Potosi
Tampico
Taylor
Vera Cruz
Guanajuato
San Louis di Potosi
Bankhead
England
City of
Special Express
Uny
Wavana
Mexican Letters of Marque Stir War Rumors and Plans
The New Orleans Bulletin reports that letters of marque and citizenship rights were issued for Mexican privateers, with Don Felix Rivera as bearer. Authorities fear Spanish opposition and urge strengthening the gas squadron. Also discussed are Lake Superior development, canal prospects, and cross-lake commerce implications for American and Canadian interests.
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N. O. Bulletin
Aatra
Rio Mexico
Ultimo
Mexico
Hirmms
Dayana
Don Felix Rivera
Vera Cruz
New Orleans Times Extra
Canal project costs and freight price impact discussed
The Northern press is urged to scrutinize a proposed canal linking the lower Lakes, with notes that building costs and freight prices rise if materials are shipped. It argues the Topographical Bureau estimates were high and that a durable, rocklike canal could be contracted for a favorable price, suggesting a shift in footing to gain executive and Congressional support.
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Executive
Congress
P.clen. Herald
Elyria County Bank Proposal Promises Local Expansion
The Elyria Courier reports a proposed bank in Lorain County, proposing a State Bank of Ohio branch with $100,000 capital. It urges citizens to subscribe promptly to secure foreign capital and establish the bank, warning that delayed investment will close the opportunity.
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Jasyet
Elyria
State Bank of
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Gio Dosa
Tarprospectus
President's Message Expected in Extra Edition
The newspaper notes arrangements to publish the President's Message in an Extra as soon as it arrives. Anticipation centers on the administration's justification of the Mexican War, with critics urging a full defense in the Message.
North Carolina Senators Reelected To Senate Seat
The Hon. Willie P. Mangan has been reelected to the United States Senate from North Carolina for a six year term. The returns also indicate vacancies filled for the terms of Mr. Slay wood and the goat family.
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Uon
Willie P- Mangan
United States Senate
N Carolina
Ton. Goovini
Nica
John Quincy Adams Stricken By Paralysis
News notes the venerable John Quincy Adams suffered a paralysis attack on the left side while in Boston with his family arriving in Washington. once in critical condition, he is described as now improving though the exact age remains unspecified.
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Ile
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Rail Road Charter Sparks Cleveland Interest
A Cleveland reader notes proposals accepted by twelve contractors for a railroad from Cleveland through Harrisville to Sandusky, with options to connect Elyria and Bellevue. The piece urges local citizens to organize and push the project, linking Atlantic to Mississippi commerce, while mentioning Gen. Scott’s squad movements and a New York to New Orleans voyage.
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Mississippi River
Barometer Push for Safer Lake Vessels Urged
A contentious letter calls for mandatory barometers on all ships to predict gales and prevent wrecks after recent disasters on the Great Lakes. It likens replacing ropes with chains and cites past storms, urging legislative action and press support to ensure wind warnings reach captains and crews.
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Vietoria
Preservation and farming notes linger in Elyria Courier
A letter column describes shipboard distress as a steamer leaked and passengers waited ashore, then turns to cider preservation using charcoal, farming tips on vegetable storage, and keeping poultry. The piece promotes agricultural department coverage and practical husbandry methods for beets carrots parsnips fowls and guinea fowls with dated notes from 1846.
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Lam
Elyria
Agricultural Department
Jane
B. Raval
Destructive fire at Taihery of Olcott Mason ends all
A Sunday dawn blaze destroyed the Taihery of Messrs Olcott and Mason at the east end of town. The basin building roof caught fire early and was lost despite efforts. The adjoining bark room and engine house were also consumed. Loss estimated near 10,000 dollars with 5,000 insured. Incendiary theories cited. Fire company did all possible to save property. Additional items report innovations in rail safety from France and local notices including agricultural prospects and political chatter.
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Olcott & Mason
Mason
Thaitford Company
Oligarchy and Debt Threat to Free Government
The piece argues public debt as central to political power, blaming capitalism and democracy of suffering for social inequality. It denounces an administration seen as distractible and wicked and warning that perpetual national debt follows from costly war financed by taxation or debt. It appeals to friends of justice to reconsider policy and action.
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Lesenaxn
Carse
Friends of
Justice
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