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Newspaper

Erie Observer

Location

Erie, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1850

Page

2

Trouble about Cubs and Havana expedition plans

A Washington dispatch analyzes rumored Cuban revolutionary plots aimed at landing on the south coast near Trinidad led by Lopaz. It notes 20 000 troops inland and speculation of American and British support, with Parker Moore continuing naval oversight to prevent invasion.

Journal of Commerce Gome Washington Cubs Spain Empire City Chyres Kingston Jamaica U. States Potomac Parker Havana Vire Jsland Cuba Fant Te Hayti Lopaz Trinidad Sré New York Haiti Tia Havanna United States

California gold report outlines vast resources and growth

Washington manuscript summarizes Mr. Kixo's California report noting population near 120000, immigration surge, vast grazing lands, wool and wine potential, and heavy imports needs. It details a rich gold region, 600 miles long, 40 to 60 miles wide, with quartz beds yielding gold and strong foreign digger activity.

T.B. King California Washington New-York Journal of Coma 2 Kixo United States Pontation Mexico Atlantic States Sacramento Valley Sierra Navade King Sonora

Debated Cass Speech and Austria in Senate Sparks Contention

Correspondent notes Cass' resolution to suspend relations with Austria sparked strong praise from supporters and sharp opposition elsewhere. The writer recalls Austrian brutality in Italy and Hungary, praising Cass for illuminating the issue and voicing a humane stance amid Western European tensions.

Webster verdict ends Boston murder trial huge public reaction

The Webster murder trial in Boston concluded with a guilty verdict. Dr Webster faced execution after witnesses recanted prior statements and officials prepared for the inevitable sentence. The case drew intense public interest and a funeral-like atmosphere surrounded the courthouse.

Fire Department elects officers for coming year

The Fire Department of this city elected officers for the ensuing year. President A. W. Brewster, Vice-President D. B. Derby, Secretary J. 9. Robinson, Chief Engineer A. P. Darling, Ist. Assistant Engineer A. Walters, 2d Assistant Engineer C. Lynch, Water Commissioner G. A. Bennett.

Fire Department A. W. Brewster D. B. Derby J. 9. Robinson A. P. Darling A. Walters C. Lynch G.A. Bennett

Stockholders Elect Officers At Reed House Meeting

At a stockholders meeting held at the Reed House on Saturday last, Walter Chester was elected President for the ensuing year. Directors named were J. Bess C. Spencer N. W. Russell Lyman Robinson and Jacob Fritz, with Giles Sanford chosen Secretary and Treasurer.

Reed House Walter Chester J. Bess C. Spencer N. W. Russell Lyman Robinson Jacob Fritz Giles Sanford

Connecticut Gubernatorial Victory Cited in Democratic Rhetoric

The paper notes a Democratic triumph in Connecticut, praising Col. Thomas H. Seymour for ousting the Whig Taylor wing. It cites the voter shift as a “sober second thought” reflecting blunders of the Whig administration and calls the convention’s repudiation of Wilmot’s tests a national boon.

Conneticut Aguch Thos. H. Seymour Seymour New Hampshire Connecticut Col Reymour Wilmot Free Soil Tayloriam Ons

Death of Mr. Calhoun Remembered in Telegraph Obituary

The Telegraph reports the death of Mr. Calhoun in Washington on Sunday. It notes his long role in national affairs, his sincerity despite controversy, and praises his virtues, wisdom, patriotism, and talents for Americans to remember, urging burial of lesser faults.

Telegraph Washington Calhoun

A Jaunt to the Country Promotes Health and Cheer

The piece extols a country excursion as a cure for urban blues. It paints spring’s awakening with budding trees, birdsong, and tranquil woods. It urges workers and merchants alike to seek nature for renewal of mind and body.

Democrats and slavery stance questioned by Gazette

The Gazette denounces Democrats led by James Buchanan as time-serving on the slavery issue and contrasts them with historic figures like Webster and Clay. It questions whether Democratic leaders differ from Buchanan on non intervention and slavery, calling for frankness and reform.

James Buchanan South Gazette Zachary Taylor Cuba

New Democratic Paper Debuts in Towanda Bradford County

The North Pennsylvanian prints its first issue in Towanda Bradford County by Wren Fowney Esq formerly of Philadelphia. It appears in quarto format with neat styling and bold, reformist content aimed at a republican audience.

North Pennsylvanian Towanda Bradford County Wren Fowney Philadelphia

Navy Court of Inquiry into Alvarado Capture at Annapolis

The Secretary of the Navy orders a court of inquiry at Annapolis on the 15th to probe the capture of Alvarado, Mexico by Lieut. Charles G. Hunter during the war. Commodores Morrie and Shubrick and Commander Dupont will form the panel, with Lieut Bleeker of the Michigan set to testify.

Secretary of the Navy Annapolis Maryland Alvarado Mexico Charles G. Hunter Republic Morrie Shubrick Dupont Lieut Bleeker Michigan

One good Act, at Least. Defeat of Edwin Forrest divorce bill

The piece praises the Legislature for defeating a bill to divorce Edwin Forrest from his wife. It argues as a New York citizen he has no right to seek a divorce through the Legislature and that courts are the proper tribunal. If he seeks relief, it should come from court, not legislative action.

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Graham's Magazine Returns to Old Proprietor

The popular monthly has paused into the hands of its old proprietor George R. Gaattau. The exchange with us, cut off by the late proprietor, may be renewed under his leadership.

Gro. R. Gaattau Eng

Censor’s Harsh Charge Sparks Row Over Reliability

A Fredonia Censer article cites harbor information from a so called reliable source in New York, while Pennsylvanian readers doubt the claim. The debate centers on who threw the first brick in a dispute, with accusations of misrepresentation and a damaged window as metaphors for truth and accountability.

Fredonia New York Pennsylvauia David

The Home Department and Whig Fears of Its Fate

The piece laments the longevity of the new Home Department viewing it as a temporary measure. It criticizes the head for political partisanship, predicts a shift in leadership or repeal, and warns of Democratic backlash when Congress acts.

Postmaster Shuffle in Wheeling Sparks Political Debate

In Washington the Wheeling postmaster nomination, James E. Wharton alias Jonathan Whitcomb, was withdrawn and Jacob B. Shriver appointed. Rumors hint at forthcoming developments around the Wheeling post office as the Warren-Fitz Henry circle traces back to Massachusetts.

Wheeling Taylor Jus. E. Wharton Thatie Jas. E. Wharton Washington Union James E. Wharton Jonathan Whitcomb Jacob 8. Shriver Tat Wharton Alic Whitcomb Fitz Henry Warren Fitz Henry Massachusetts

Whig factions noted in New York press mixture

The New York Mirror and Evening Post quote a chaotic Whig scene in the city with factions for Paul, Clay, Webster, and Seward among various Whigs. The piece contrasts differing Whig groups and hints at varying political loyalties, noting the Proviso era Whigs are scarce.

Taylor and Free Sail Papere United New York Lirror Evening Post Paul Clay Taylor Webster Seward Witmot Post

Federalism and the Nashville Convention Remarked

The Nashville Convention is contrasted with Hartford's assembly. The Nation Intelligencer defends Hartford while critiquing Nashville. The piece urges recognizing Hartford’s punishment as deserved and suggests similar judgment for Nashville, noting wartime versus peacetime contexts and international relations.

Nashville Harford Hartford Kingdom of Great Britain

An Item for the Ladies

An advertisement urges ladies to view Mrs Curtis offerings and the arrival of new bonnets. The note promotes straw hats as fashionable for winter wear, appealing to those seeking warmth and style in the season.

Curtis

Gody's Lady's Book April issue review

The April Gody's Lady's Book shows good plates and strong literary matter. Critics note a teeny dying calf likeness in the plate Sing me that Sweet song Again and suggest eliminating carelessly styled pieces. Subscriptions sell two copies for five dollars, or one year for three dollars in advance.

Gody the Observer

Miss Cushman Refuses Sunday Performances in New Orleans

The article notes Miss Charlotte Cushman, star of the St. Charles Theatre in New Orleans, declining to perform on Sunday evenings. It praises her Sabbath respect and rebukes the adage about doing as the Romans do. It also questions anti-theater sentiment inspired by Nazareth against actors.

Charlotte Cushman St. Charles Theatre New Orleana Charlotte Rome Nazareth

How Defaulters are Made in Washington

Albany Argus recounts a postmaster facing a $20,000 balance at changeover. A $10,000 payment had been charged against him, yet government offices later confirmed the error. Had he not investigated, he would have been branded a defaulter with his family liable for the sum.

Boston Hodges Maine Wasnisgton John C. Calhoun Capitol Hill Argus Og An Dofantter

Editor Bratton Elected to Curdale Town Council

Bratton, editor of the American Volunteer, has been elected a member of the Town Council for the Borough of Curdale. He is described as a clever fellow willing to serve in this capacity.

Bratton Curdale

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