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Newspaper
Elyria Courier
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1850
Page
1
The text explains chemical affinity between salts and acids, then shifts to a lengthy profile of William Johnston, Whig candidate for Governor. It details his origins, education, career in Steubenville and Cincinnati, and philanthropic zeal, praising his honesty, intellect, and dedication to education and anti slavery causes.
Face after face of appalled witnesses from the future appear in a Massachusetts drama about the Revolution. The narrator notes heroes surviving in Lexington Concord and Bonteor. He warns against overbearing policy and urges perseverance by God’s providence, ending with a servant’s vow to liberty and duty.
The Piyein Courier appoints a temporary editor to present a Whig-leaning outlook in Ohio. The piece defends Whig principles, highlights growth under Whig policy, and endorses William Johnston as gubernatorial candidate while inviting agricultural readers to contribute to local coverage.
The Lorain Argus urges Free Soilers to back Judge Wool amid a split over Wilmot Proviso and Provisions. It notes past Free Soil leaders like Blake Washburn and Wardburn shifting allegiances, questions editor alignments, and stresses that Whigs remain tied to Whig principles while Free Soilers face internal distrust and realignments.
A special meeting is called to elect six directors of the Public Schools fair village. A small majority backed the union plan at the special election, but success requires broad citizen support. Election is held at the Court House this Saturday at 2 PM. New Store notice and Brosir Co ad appear in another column.
The notice calls for subscribers to strengthen the Courier with a Whig-leaning readership. It promises prompt paper forwarding, outlines pricing at one dollar fifty cents in advance or two dollars within the year, and invites readers to recruit names while promoting a railroad meeting to choose directors for Elyria’s future prosperity.
A notice invites citizens to an evening concert by The Baker Family from N Tamapaliires famed for songs sung across many states. The paper notes limited space for congressional and state convention news and mentions Ohio City resident I N Wan jailed for allegedly stealing a train with ponds found on his premises.
The Ohio State Journal reprints a speech attributed to Johnston praising universal education and the Ohio school system. It recounts his role as a Carroll County representative and as a member of the Education Committee, detailing early Ohio schooling, educational hardship, and the motive to educate the poor to prevent crime and preserve the republic.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls a childhood schoolhouse, a strict teacher, and the value of education. The article discusses Judge Johnston's rise, the political climate, and critiques from the Ohio press, including the Ohio Star and the World regarding Democratic and Whig stances. It notes Johnston's public reception and echoes contemporary partisan commentary.
Savannah reports a chaotic scene as Gen Lopez and his aide were arrested under telegraphed orders from Washington, then released after no charges were found. Lopez addressed a cheering crowd, pledging to pursue his plans, and left for Mobile with his aide.
An extract dated May 21 describes General Lopez with about 500 troops landing at an unnamed Charleston area from the Creole steamer. He proceeds toward Savannah while his followers remain in Key West, with the Cuban expedition tied up as of the report.
Reports detail Spanish action and prisoner exchanges as Cuba conflict expands. Despatches claim 1,500 more prizes seized on the southern coast with many Americans released while foreigners face execution. A fatal fire in Michigan and a deadly steamer explosion near St Louis add to the day’s tragedies.
Report from Rocuestrrr on May 27 describes a canal embankment collapse exposing a 60 foot height at the top and 30 feet at the base. The breach has displaced about 50 feet of earth and more than 2,000,000 cubic feet of bed material removed by the water. At 10 AM ten workers labored as superiors aimed to reach 1,000, with many boats stranded. navigation may be impossible for at least fifteen days. Wages run 61 dollars for ten hours of work.
Excerpt frame specimen of Western onte Uiatie worth preserving It may amuse readers with a tale from the Yankee Blade published in Boston by Wm Matthews The anecdote follows a juvenile in a court scene reacting to Judge Brown with bold banter through a humorously clipped exchange
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