War Era Political Sparks and a Heroic Death
In Congress debates on nine new infantry regiments and a dragoon unit for the regular army, amid attacks on a war veteran's pay. A death in Mexico recalls Gen Hamar, hailed as a brave, respected figure. further Mexican dispatches warn of renewed fighting as American forces prepare for another clash.
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Gommattes
Mrr. Suarkwesther
Ohio
Mc. Baker
Illinow
Baker
Smahe
Washington
Guilam Coonel
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Toath
Mamar
Obo Las
Geo.Harer
Hamar
Sawyer Speech Shaping Debate Echoes in House
The Philadelphia correspondent notes Mr. Sawyer of Ohio delivered an exceptional speech in the House creating a marked impression on auditors. A synopsis exists, with plans for fuller remarks later, praising Sawyer as a diligent, principled Democrat. Also reports Barrow’s death in Baltimore and Eaton’s election to the Senate in Delaware and Moron district. Special election ends in decisive political shifts as new Senate selections unfold.
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Philadelphia
Stone
Sawyer
Ohi
House of Representatives
Tos Poscacr
Great Flood Devastates Town and Area Damages Estimated
The report details a great flood sweeping the eastern town, rising river water flooding the lower levee and canal reaches. Homes, warehouses, and the pork stock of Cul McHvin and Isaac Bryant suffered. property losses around $100,000 to $130,000 are feared, with bridges crushed and significant disruption across the city.
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Renisih
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D. Mitchie
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Mitchell
Walter
Jackson
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Land Bill Introduced For Canal Lands Sale Regulation
A bill in the House by McMetcalf proposes valuing and disposing of state canal lands tied to Ohio and Indiana grants. Lands must be sold in quarter sections or less, with purchase conditions including a per-acre payment and affidavits of intent to settle within six months. Repeals existing conflicting acts and promises a future article from John A. Byron in The Seats America.
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McMetcalf
Miami
Ohio
General Assembly
Congress
Indiana
Ifaree
General Taylor movement at Saltillo and election notices
General Taylor advances toward Saltillo after defeating a convoy. May’s dragoons pursue 400. Saltillo battle injures Col May. San Luis hosts 60,000 troops. A Forrest volunteer shot at Monterey by a hotel keeper Armatreng. Two Frenchmen arrested for tampering with American soldiers. Election of state officers and judges announced in the legislature with multiple county appointments. Statesman report.
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May Ladecevere
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San Luis
Forrest
Monterey
Armatreng
Aleide
Hartford Conventionist Calvin Goddard Highlighted
Calvin Goddard, father of Muskingum Senator Charlee B. Goddard, was a leading figure in the celebrated Hartford Convention. His prominence may illuminate the senator's complex early ties, as observed in recent Senate remarks.
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Hartford
Calvin Goddard
Muskingum
Charlee B. Goddard
Statesman
Amendment To The Tax Law In Senate Debate
The Senate discussed an amendment to tax banks, state stocks, and jewelry. Mr Perkins produced documents arguing against taxing these items, while Mr Olds spoke in support. Mr Coomb of Gallipolis Bank observed the Senate session as Mr Olds cited bank issues and a response to private debt concerns.
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Olds
Gallipolis
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Pratt
Gids
Statesman
Insult to Irish Citizens Sparks Senate Debate
A Senate discussion on a bill to grant a law practice license to a man who had lived 66 years in Ohio reveals party tensions and racial tensions. Ford questions if Reemelin would include African Americans and Irishmen. Eckley condemns a Negro in the country while the bill favors the named Irishman and a Whig-style defense. Statesman report from January 7.
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Ohio
Whi
Ford
Reemelin
Eckley
Ohio governor Bett praised as poetic governor
A fragment from the N.Y. Weekly Tumes praises Governor Bett of Ohio as a jewel, diverging from typical inaugurations. It quotes his descriptive poetry on Ohio's landscape and native tribes, contrasting with usual civic statistics.
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Webster as presidential hopeful fueled by Federal party support
The piece argues Daniel Webster gains favor with the Federal party and aims for the presidency, dismissing Clay as a spent candidate. It cites Gov. Hill of New Hampshire detailing Webster’s voting record in the Senate and House to question his eligibility, framing Webster as a rising leader amid party battles.
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Webster
Philadelphia
Senate of the United States
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Hill
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Massachusetts
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United States
Whig Echo and Politic Snippets from a Historic Page
Readers are invited to a connected article from the New York Courier and Enquirer about Col. James Watson Webb and the Whig party lineage since 1833. The piece defends opposition sentiments and invites candid hearing amid wartime views. Also included are satirical epithets about medical bills religion and politics.
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New York Courier and Enquirer
James Watson Webb
Road Notice for Allea County Petition March Session
A road petition will be presented to the Allea county Commissioners in March seeking to locate two roads. The route starts in Peasy township at Went Prairie road following section lines 83, 90, 21, 15, and 22 to Logeowhile road, then north to the middle line of section 14 and east along that line to the town of W caiillonier. January 12, 1947.
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Allea County
Peasy Township
Went Praine
Caiillonier
Rose and Biss Attorneys at Law Frtctteratie Crepes
Rose and Biss Attorney at Law firm features Frtctteratie Crepes in a local business notice. The item notes legal services context and the entity names Rose, Biss, and a pastry brand tied to the event. No additional facts provided.
Prices Corner: Lima Staples and Farm Goods Listed
A historical price list dated January 12, 1046 outlines various farm and market items. Grain wheat and flour, potatoes, peaches, apples, dried goods, beeswax, feathers, butter, eggs, honey, ginseng, sugar maple, seeds, and other staples appear with unit prices, reflecting a mid-century rural commerce snapshot. The OCR shows garbled characters but preserves item names and the general pricing intent, indicating a community marketplace ledger or newspaper price sheet.
Almanac ad fragment notes 1847 tin ware offer
Fragmentary OCR mentions tin ware, a Linn's reference, and a 1847 almanac. It lacks coherent prose, but implies a cheap tin ware sale and a reminder about Linns. The readable portion centers on old catalog or notice style with scattered product terms.
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Satl Et Linn’s
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