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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1841
Page
2
A Northanton convention of silk growers on the 10th urged silk culture and ongoing bounties, arguing silk yields faster returns than wool or meat and can employ idle workers including women and invalids. The meeting recommended silk culture to state prison officers and planned another gathering.
Raleigh journalist recounts a sensational Georgia crime in which a man disguised as the Prince of Darkness robbed a wealthy widow, fled, and was shot dead by a pursuer who confronted him near the road. The rescue party later found the body unmasked as a local neighbor, with money recovered and the club foot removed.
In a charity sermon in New Orleans Rev. Clap stated 20 years held eleven epidemics of yellow fever and two cholera outbreaks each killing thousands. He claimed about 100000 locals buried in that period, including 25000 young men aged 18 to 20, each linked to distant families.
The Whig Legislature of New Jersey debates a bill to force banks to resume specie payments and to wind up banks that neglect or refuse this duty. This marks the first step, viewed as proper by the Lewiabitates Betreid Advertiser.
The Free Press urges Massachusetts to uphold Whig principles. It praises the founders and their descendants who defended American freedom as the rightful supporters of Whig ideals, reflecting a Detroit Advertiser sentiment.
Reports from East Florida dated November 5 indicate Sam Jones’ party along the Catoosahatchie has split. Allock Tustenuggee joins Jones while Par-sarci-mi-co and 36 of his people surrender. Tiger Tail’s 38 people reach Tampa as runners pursue the rest.
The Ball Clipper notes the marriage of Mrs Caroline Mitch ell of Georgis to Win Wenegies Esq. On her wedding day she wore silk cap gloves stockings and dress made entirely by her. The piece asserts such a girl is worth more to a young man than a farm and other assets.
A raging fire at the Tower of London on October 30 gutted the Grand Storehouse and Small Armory, destroying 280,000 stands of arms and vast trophies. Guards recovered the crown jewels amid intense heat as flames swept through the Round Tower and surrounding buildings.
France remains unhappy at being treated on equal terms with other nations in commerce. French outlets consider possible reprisals against U S policy, from taxing American cotton to withdrawing the Hyde de Neuville treaty benefits. Observers warn such steps would hurt France by raising freight costs and harming consumers.
A country wagon seller claimed he fattened chickens by feeding them uncooked Indian meal moistened with cold sweet milk. Feed liberally for rapid fattening and market weight. The article notes the pleasure of fat poultry at market for farmers who follow this method.
The St Johns Courier rebukes an ex parte astronomical survey led by Major Graham and U S engineers, warning that continuing north of the St Johns could trigger conflict with Maine and jeopardize Loyal subjects near the border. It urges the Executive to resolve the issue promptly to maintain provincial tranquility.
Norwalk reports Whig discussions on holding a state convention February 22 or another time to nominate a governor candidate. We favor reelecting TOM CORWIN without a convention, unless the central committee decides otherwise. Also notes Sandusky murder mystery and rewards. Willum S. Meerar appointed Minister Extraordinary to Central America sails from New York.
Mississippi returns from 27 counties show Tucker Locofoco leading Shattuck Whig by 163 with Harrison ahead by 2,156 in 1832 style tallies. Locofocos likely win Congress and state legislature as bonds dispute fuels repudiation fears. Vicksburg Whig notes Tucker's growing statewide majority remains uncertain but substantial.
The Amistad captives are to depart New York for Africa within days after visiting Boston Haverhill Lowell Nashua Andover Springfield Northampton Hampton and Hartford where they were treated kindly and collected about a thousand dollars to cover traveling costs.
In a mass of commentary the Philadelphia Journal lauds Old Massachusetts for standing firm amid national political gloom. It cites Boston Concord Lexington and Bunker Hill as enduring symbols of principle and notes Whig victories on a generally losing landscape.
Correspondence from the Cincinnati Gazette reports President Tyler and Secretary Webster returning to Washington and engaging in recess preparations. It notes hopes for relief from financial embarrassments, a flood of office seekers, and speculation on resignations of Clay, Preston, and Adams. It mentions Upshur’s naval discipline stance and hints Tyler may draft the President’s Message himself.
Boston Courier dated November 17 recounts a major blaze in St John devastating South Market wharf and nearby structures to Whitney’s wharf. Vessels lost include five large ships. markethouse goods burned. wind shifted flames toward King Street area. seven buildings and 40 vessels destroyed. Temperance meeting at Presbyterian Church praised by crowd and speaker Captain Turver noted for vivid, graphic storytelling.
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