Agents Appointed for the Heninapos Journal Subscriptions
Wednesday Morning 1855 notice lists agents authorized to receive subscriptions and new names for the Huntington Journal. Names include Jons W. Tiuomisey Hollidaysburg. Gronae W. Corxettes Cromwell Twp. Henry Hunsox Clay Twp. multiple others across Barree, Cromwell, Franklin, Warrior, Tell, Todd, Birmingham, Petersburg, Union, Spruce Creek, and surrounding townships.
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Hentinapos Journal
Huntingdon
Jons WV
Tiuomisey
Hollidaysburg
Samu
East Barree
Gronae
W. Corxettes
Cromwell Township
Henry Hunsox
Clay Township
David Ersing
J. P. Asucos
Penn Township
J. Wanenaat Marrery
Franklin Township
Saucer Stereey
Jackson Township
Ronert M'Burxey
Col
Union Township
Davin Clarnfox
Cass Township
Lyst Wicros
Davin Parker
Warrioramark
Davin Avnaxpt
Todd Township
Wanted a few loads of wood at the Journal Office
The Journal Office calls for wood to be delivered, noting no attention will be paid to unsigned letters. It mentions EB Poetry by Ixcoa may appear next week and invites the author to contribute regularly.
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Journal
Ixcoa
Daker’n
Graham's Magazine February number described with engravings
The February issue of Graham's Magazine is a superb work featuring a steel engraving See Saw a wood engraving Washington at the death bed of young Custis and the young Sportsman fashion plate. Subscription price 3 in advance or a year with Huntingdon Journal and Graham's Magazine for 340. A remarkable remedy for toothache headache stomach pains burns and more Dr Weeks medicine gains praise in Lewistown Millintown Lock Haven and York papers with agents to be in Mifflin county soon.
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Graham's Magazine
Graham
Washington
Custis
Sportsman
Fashion Plate
Huntingdon Journal
Dr. Weeks
Lewistown
Millintown
Lock Haven
York
Mifflin County
Agricultural College
Erie
Girard Township
Erie County
Pennsylvania Agricultural Society
Hartinburg Telegraph
Friends of Agriculture
Harrisburg
Pittsburg
Lancaster
Reading
Evie
Easton
Norristown
Huntingdon
Sng
Mantington
Commonwealth
Doestick Letters Promised For Publication Next Week
The paper announces a complete collection of Q. K. Philander Doesticks P. B. letters. It notes critics differ on literary merit but urges readers to submit names to obtain Mr Doesticks humorous letters as they begin weekly publication next week.
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Doestick
Q. K. Philander Doesticks
P. B
Lard Lamps Promote Stonesifer Smith Improvement
A local notice touts Stonesifer and Smith lard lamp, praised for adjustable packing that improves heating. George W. Cornelius bought county patent rights to sell township rights or lamps, with Orbisonia, Huntington County, Pa as the contact address. Letters post-paid will be promptly attended to.
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Stonesifer & Smith
George W. Cornelius
Orbisonia
Huntingdon County
Roof covering cost calculation problem from old ledger
Problem states a roof measuring 24 feet 8 inches by 14 feet 6 inches is to be covered with lead at pounds per to the foot with a price of 0 dollars per cwt. Calculate total cost, with the answer promised next week. Also mentions a query from last week about 12.52 inches deep.
Predominant interest in state contract laws and penalties
Extensive excerpt reviews penalties and excess interest rules across multiple states, detailing contracts void, forfeit of all interest, or fines for excess rates. It notes varied rules for special contracts, cites Vermont Jersey Maryland Arkansas Iowa Texas and others, and mentions religious and political context from 19th century legislative reporting.
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Connecticut
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Delaware
Maryland
Virginia
N. Carolina
S. Carolina
Georgia
Do. S. Albania
Arkansas
Florida
Minnis
Indiana
Texas
Wisconsin
California
Vermont
Jersey City
Hoboken
Taney
Baltimore
Illinois
Iowa
Louisiana
Michigan
Mississippi
Ohio
New Year in 1855 famine relief and public balls
In the winter of 1855 there is real suffering among the poor and even skilled workers who now crowd the streets selling apples and nuts. Citizens donate to soup houses and charity balls, notably an Opera House gala drawing ten thousand, raising about eight thousand dollars for Poor Relief Funds, while clothing drives yield substantial charity value.
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Barron
Opera House
Academy of Music
Fourteenth Street
Irving Place
Five Points
Qmany
Beelzhub
Broadway
Prisoners Recaptured in Louden County Fight at Wythe Jail
A partial list reports on a group of prisoners retaken after a prison fight tied to the Levant incident. Names include John Tlanderon and Michael Hines among others. several were wounded, some badly, with many men still at large or under bail.
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Sin Francisco Herald
California
Estill
Mare Island
Tleven
Point San Pablo
Med Rock
Contra Costa
Seneral
Estes
Oners
Pullam
Point Pinole
Martinez
Oakland
Alameda
Ireak
Resheimner
Olea
Alwier
John Tlonderon
Bie Y Collier
Inve
John Thompson
Weary Wilson
Wm. Fleck
Geo. Riley
C. C. Smith
Win. Fery
Valentine
Negro
Maser
Ay Jun
Foreign Intelligence Update on War Neighbors and Sevastopol
Reports from the front describe ongoing hostilities despite proposed guarantees. Russia resumes invasion of principalities and Baltic movements prompt Prussia to resist mobilization. Dispatches detail Sevastopol shortages, flotilla repairs, and Turkish reinforcements while weather and seas disrupt operations.
Powder Mill Explosion Claims Two Lives
Two workers died when a powder mill explosion shattered a drying house and packing area. About 100 kegs of powder were involved. one white and one colored boy among the victims were named. The blast blew dust and debris across nearby homes, with a shock that could be felt miles away. Descriptions note mangled bodies and extensive damage to surrounding property.
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Howe
Hanan
Desley
Eal Leviie
Ddan Winery
Auwe Hoya
Dad
Jerry Cooper
Markets of Huntingdon 1854 Grain Prices
Fragmentary market list from Huntingdon 1854 shows prices for wheat white and other grains, corn, oats, rye, butter, and tea. The readable items include per bushel and per ton figures with many illegible characters. The text suggests a typical 19th century commodity price sheet with multiple grain types and dairy prices.
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Menschikoff
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Gideon B. Smith
Liberty and
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Rowshaw
Margaret Summers
Tetersburg
Mill Creek
Mt. Union
Tluntingdon
Petersburg
Ball
Neadbkes AM
Huntington County
Juniata River
Neffs Mill
Alexandria
Pebyngry
J. Riggens & Son Ost
Scittitms
Hill St
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J. G. Miles
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