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Newspaper
Evansville Weekly Journal
Location
Evansville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1848
Page
2
The Evansville Journal lists its publication schedule and subscription costs. The Tri-Weekly Journal appears on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays at 4.00 per year in Venice. The Weekly Journal publishes on Thursdays at 2.00 per year in advance.
Evansville paper reports no mail from Indianapolis on January 21 1848. Editors keep columns open for news but must go to press without reports as winter mail is inconsistent and unreliable.
The Louisville Journal reports from Indianapolis that the Cincinnati and St. Louis railroad charter has passed the Indiana Senate 35 to 15 and is strongly expected to win easy approval in the House.
Col Jerrersoxs Davis was elected United States Senator by the Mississippi Legislature by acclamation with every member present in both the Senate and House voting for him.
A quip compares printers and brewers to explain business success. Printers serve the head while brewers feed the stomach, suggesting leadership and strategic focus drive profitability, whereas many workers align with the crowd. The saying reflects a frontier-era view of industry roles.
A Washington letter reports about nine thousand applications from the Mexican War for bounty lands and Treasury scrip, noting the Pension Office is overwhelmed and insisting on more clerks and even new buildings to handle the load.
Dr Roe of Illinois has developed the Telegraph Manipulator in Washington. The device uses electrical types set in a chase like printing types and placed on the machine to transmit a page of content in twenty minutes. He claims it is simple, reliable, and includes a proof from the types for accuracy.
Several hundred New York residents sign a call in the Courier and Enquirer for a Taylor mass meeting to be held in New York City on February 22.
During Mr. Clay’s stay at the United States Hotel crowds gather in his rooms. Judges McLean and Warne Senators Benton Miller Webster Darylon and other distinguished lawmakers visit. He accepts the Mayor Seaton invitation to reside at the mayor’s house for the rest of his stay.
The Russian Post Office lists 306 foreign papers allowed next year. Of these 156 are German, 103 French, 44 English, and 2 Polish. The Emperor bans American newspapers to avoid spreading civil and religious freedoms among his subjects.
The Honorable Robert J. Walker and the Honorable Jefferson Davis have written to General Taylor asking his views on free trade and the Sub-Treasury. They assure him they will support his bid for the presidency if he favors those measures. We have reason to think the report is true.
The piece mocks Senator Dickinson for backing resolutions on Mexican annexation and argues war was unnecessary. It notes a fourteen million loan delay, with only four million available and a likely two month wait for a loan bill. It adds New York officials invite Gen. Taylor to visit.
Citizens of Washington plan to extend an invitation to Mr. Cley for a public dinner. The event aims to honor his service and encourage community discussion.
The New York Herald reports rumors that Washington secured a 5200 million loan from Russia via M Bodisco for a London St Petersburg bill. It also cites talk of a Treasury plan to raise funds through notes of 50 and 10 denominations, some bearing no interest.
Report notes British House of Commons a Nov 23 address to the Queen urging restoration of Ireland’s parliament. John O Connell letter and Young Ireland led by Smith O'Brien push for the measure amid famine, bayonets, and killings blamed on agents of government and landlords. The piece laments Ireland’s awful condition and asks who bears future responsibility.
Washington dispatch notes Whigs in the Senate will vote against the ten regiment bill and the twenty thousand volunteer bill. All Whigs except Maryland’s R Johnson will oppose both measures. It is suggested Mr Clayton’s speech outlines the Whig reasons. Calhoun and Butler plan the same voting pattern.
The Virginia arrived at New Orleans with Vera Cruz dates to the 4th. A British mediation rumor sparks peace talks. Col. Mines’ train reaches the capital. Gen. Marshall awaits. John Reynolds of the 6th Infantry is hanged for murder. Santa Anna may depart from Acapulco. Mazatlan battles claim many dead. A Cholula raid yields Mexican officer deaths. prisoners exchange rejected by Col. Childs. Izunzeas praised for humane treatment.
Provisional government of Fribourg issues a decree banishing Jesuits corporations congregations and teachers from the canton. All such groups must leave within 72 hours and moveable or real property they hold becomes state property to fund public instruction.
Washington dispatches report General Scott's recall stirring political circles. General Butler will take command for now to carry out pacification operations and implement measures aimed at maximizing government revenue.
The Courier Français from Mexico City contrasts American bravery with a superior U S army leadership. It praises the American officer corps as the real force, arguing seasoned generals ensure discipline, avoid treason or cowardice blame, and will recover from setbacks if needed.
News from Vera Cruz via El Americano Libro reports a wagon train to the capital attacked by guerrillas near Santa Fe. Lieut Walker and 30 rifles faced 250 to 400 attackers. dispatches claim Walker killed and 60 mules driven off, while later accounts vary on his fate. Louisiana volunteers and Dragoons deployed. losses cited include 10 men and about 300 pack mules valued at $100,000. A separate letter notes the fight occurred Jan 4 and requests confirmation of peace rumors from Puebla and Jalapa.
The New Albany Bulletin reports on the Legislature's 25th ballot victory for Ausrix M. Puett as Canal Trustee. It quotes harsh Whig denunciations of the Locofoco appointee, calls for traitor branding of dissenters, and laments loss of national character tied to political choices.
Washington correspondent reports Mr Trist to be dismissed from the State Department with Mr Appleton, chief clerk of the navy department, appointed in his place. The claim is that Trist overstepped his powers as peace commissioner in Mexico.
Washington correspondent notes Webster's notable dress in the New York Passenger case argument at the U S Supreme Court. He wore a blue coat and buff vest with brass buttons, recalling Fox colors to distinguish from Pittites. The piece compares Webster to Fox in form and bearing, including facial features and stature.
The Indiana Whig convention opens with delegates from sixty six counties invited to participate. A committee for a permanent organization is named, and resolutions pledge support for the national Whig nominee. The afternoon session lists electors and delegates by district, with a strong emphasis on unity and readiness for the upcoming campaign.
An uplifting selection from the Pennsylvania Inquirer opens with the motto never give up and argues its power for merchants scholars editors and reformers. The column then shares short comic anecdotes about a boy, a Rhode Island dinner, and a slipped street scene, concluding with a light remark on luck and propriety.
In New Orleans the sugar market stayed quiet with under 400 sacks sold and steady prices amid a heavy stock. Molasses showed slight decline possible but sales were small 1000 barrels at 1841 2 cents primelate amid a large supply. Flowr markets dull with 367 barrels Ohio sold at 5 dollars. Corn saw fair demand mainly England with 8500 sacks on private terms and several price points from 42 to 48 cents. Perk declined with 1200 sacks sold at 925 to 937 1 2 cents and prime offered at 7 dollars. Lard active with 530 barrels and 2000 kegs at 5 64. Coffee 3000 bags Rio traded including 1500 Prime at 7 and rest at 6 6 1 2 to 6 1 2 cents.
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