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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1847
Page
2
The text presents a dense, archaic defense of colonial independence and the American creed. It emphasizes perseverance, a general compact, and the will of the people to uphold a self governed nation despite trials, while contrasting Old World interference with the newborn republic's resolve.
A fiery address vows that those who seek to dissolve the Union will be etched in infamy. It extols national liberty and the enduring unity of the states from the Alleghenies to the Pacific, urging citizens to honor the symbols of freedom and defend the Republic.
A sorrowful farewell piece blends religious and patriotic language about resilience and friendship. It laments fate and sorrow while urging steadfastness, faith, and hopeful visions of reunion and fame. The piece references a home shrine and enduring friendship across distance.
A fragmented editorial voice questions Col Nichols Cerl's concern for Patna County noting a rambling critique of political manipulation, alleged hypocrisy, and social habits. The piece juxtaposes satirical musings with broader claims about governance and public interest.
The Lima Argus announces W Varn is the authorized agent for the Argus at 440 North 4th Street Saint Philadelphia to obtain advertisements. The text includes editorial lines about leadership and vigilance though the main item is the solicitation of ads.
Alien County announces township meetings to be held Saturday August fourth with details for residents. A county convention is scheduled for August eighteenth at ten oclock in the morning.
A mysterious illness named Ackemania is described as a pecutier of the meridian of Kanda with foreymptoms noted by a fleporter. The cure-a three hundred dollar clerkship in the Auditory of fice of Patnam County is referenced as part of the official response.
A county Democratic editor urges a fair nominating process. The piece argues candidates should be announced by name only, leaving merits to voters, warning against premature campaigning and urging unity after nominations. The writer notes improved sentiment across Allen county and calls for disciplined organization this fall.
The Bovion Tunes reports a call to wear black crepe in mourning during the Mexican War opposition as the President arrives. It suggests funding the crepe, urging the band to play Rogue's March, and accuses Democrats of surrendering party identity amid Federal Boston sentiment.
In Putnam County, accusations target Saham Smith and the county auditor over alleged political manipulation and biased printing contracts. The letter claims a forged bargain with the Federal press and criticizes bids and pricing that favor a few, accusing officials of deceiving voters and enriching printers at public expense.
A dramatic rebuke echoes as an officer is carried to Oli Zack with a federal paper condemning the war. The Old Hero declares those speaking thus are worse than Mexicans and not friends of his.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a character named Mr A and a hurried movement toward Kalida. The text hints at dialogue about agreement and business, with unclear surrounding actions and identities.
In New York, a curious court draw results system assigns judges to terms every two years across districts. Democrats reportedly secure the longest terms in districts with a divided bench, while the Tih district featuring a largely Democratic slate awarded the eight year term.
Fragmentary report notes political intrigue around a Cork Leg affair attracting formal protests. Authorities probe alleged misstatements as officials discuss travel restrictions and potential legal actions amid rising diplomatic friction.
The National Intelligencer ridicules General Taylor and questions his war decisions while hinting at shifting blame for the war. The piece accuses Federal managers of manipulating public opinion to promote a Federal candidate and suppress opposing influence.
Federal papers push the claim that Gen Scott is a mere tool of the President and not responsible for his proclamations. They argue Scott bore testimony to the Administration’s honesty in the War, contradicting previous charges. Scott’s warning of a rear fire backfires as supporters pivot against him.
The New York correspondence claims French Greeley quotes the Tribune and calls the Courier Enquirer editor Biddle’s bargain. It argues the critique pins a high sum of 52009 dollars as a knack better left unsaid by Whig journalists.
Editor of an intemperance sheet in Norench Ct targets ramsellers of Norwich and Stonington with a cutting boast. A colored woman, wife of a guard at Carin, has turned white after skinning, likely to sue for divorce. Nine hundred dollars altered money found at Suffolk Bank Boston in a Burlington Vt package, cleverly passed.
A mosaic of items mentions New Orleans troops in Mexico, bread prices, school funding, public works receipts in Pennsylvania, Nantucket festival and sheep, Nantucket population and mortality, Nanvoo church property sale, emigrant aid funds, and political commentary on England.
Fragmentary text suggests a stabbing incident tied to a dinner gathering. Names and details are garbled, but references to a hospital, a wife, and a stabbing imply a violent event linked to Friant Deak and a person named Jane.
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