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Newspaper
Fremont Journal
Location
Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1855
Page
5
The Cincinnati Gazette argues for united Republican action in Ohio this fall. It urges conciliation, a broad convention at Columbus on July 13, and a ticket representing fitness and Ohio sentiment to prevent division and secure victory for American principles.
The Nashville steamer arrives from Liverpool after 124 days at noon in New York, aboard with about 50 passengers including Usman who notes engagements of Lagrange and others in Havre. A passenger, Mrs. Hosa Riley, disappeared overboard from the Washville on the outward leg, and dispatches mention Paris and Varna news, with ongoing European diplomacy and a sensational report of a battle near Eupatoria.
In this 1955 Fremont Journal item the Pope directs Archbishop Huanes to promote Roman Catholic power in the United States. It claims a revolution is near, warns Americans, and urges suppression of Republican ideals as the Church seeks footholds in America amid uncertain governments and rising influence.
Mrs. L. C. Armstrong opens millinery and dressmaking rooms in Moore's Block up stairs. Orton & Fusselman advertise The Tia and Steve establishment. Harrie & Sears Masons and Plasterers ready to attend to all orders. Crystal Fountain Retreat Berlin Heights urged as a pleasant week’s retreat. Road Notice and Attachment Notice listed.
A citizen editorial denounces a rival Democratic issue as false and defamatory. It accuses Know Nothings and locofocos of poll fraud, praises Republican resilience, warns of upcoming elections, and condemns the Democrat stance on slavery, urging supporters to persevere against perceived treachery.
The Fremont district court opens with Judge Fools presiding alongside One Houesaayvinte and Fires. About twenty five cases are listed on the docket today.
The Sanctuaky County Teacher's Association will meet at the Union School House in Fremont on May 5, 1855. A general attendance is requested. Secretaries note: Treat, Secreraar.
Genoa correspondent reports the bill to suppress monastic institutions passed the Turin House of Deputies 116 to 36 and faces Senate opposition 63 to 27, aiming to speed a potential law. The note insists the measure targets abuses, not religion, and calls for credible testimony from Green Creek. A cryptic remark about Democrats and an upcoming appearance by Dr Tunns at Kusatxe's American is appended.
A letter from April 24, 1835, argues against Papal power in the United States, accusing Jesuitism of undermining Protestant freedom, warning about Rome’s influence via bishops and priests, and urging vigilance to preserve republican liberty in America.
A Chicago liquor license riot near Court House Square on April 21 left one dead and six wounded as a German mob clashed with police. Guns, knives, and clubs were used. officers returned fire, and several Germans were wounded or captured. By April 23, 53 arrests had been made and a large police and military presence remained.
New York reports on April 24 describe treasure shipments in detail. Wells, Fargo & Co. and others received hundreds of thousands, while bank deposits and credit conditions show tight money. California news notes legislation, mining prospects, crime, and ongoing disputes over land and finances as ships dock and merchants adjust to a slow market.
In Parkville two hundred citizens assaulted the Luminary office over Free Soil sentiments. They damaged fixtures and threw the press into the Missouri river while the editor was away in Kansas. They seized junior editor Patterson, threatened tar and feathering, and passed resolutions branding the paper traitorous. Governor Reeder arrived en route east.
The Ashtabula Sentinel advocates true friends of reform in Ohio forming a united ticket without top-down dictates. It urges cross party cooperation among Republicans from Democratic and Whig origins to defeat the Slave Democracy and restore Ohio's standing, while delaying nonessential disputes. A District Court writ of error was granted in Arron the torpedo map case with suspended sentence.
The Propeller Oregon exploded about four miles above Cleve Oregon, killing thirteen and wounding six. The propeller sank with losses estimated at eight thousand dollars and no insurance. A private dispatch to Messrs Barnay reports Captain Gadsden and five crew missing, Stewart severely injured, and families to be informed.
April 20 report details a catastrophic blast on the propeller Standart as it carried the brig Standart and barque Flying Cloud from Cleveland toward the St Clair River. Dozens feared lost or injured, with several saved and many dead or missing amid wreckage and confusion. Captain G W Jones owned the Standart, built at Bish River, recently operated by local railroad interest.
An Oregon newspaper notes a deadly accident involving a propeller named Oregon. The injured include a mate and others at a home scene, with one or both likely to die. Dr Pitcher remains at the hospital, while salvage and body care details are coordinated by engineer Chapt and Mr Hall, who reports items found and owners to claim.
At Oswego on April 16 a report outlines arrivals of flour and wheat and lumber exhibits. A bridge portion failed near Beumeree Creek causing engine baggage and express cars to plunge into the river. the engineer is badly hurt and a passenger car was saved by a broken coupling as rains delay rescue efforts.
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