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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1848
Page
4
A garbled OCR style text presents a martial patriotic poem about dying for country and freedom. It references France and a son, with phrases implying heroism, sacrifice, and a bright halo for those who fall. The passage is fragmented and difficult to interpret clearly.
A fragmented verse reflects on passing moments and missed chances. The speaker recalls tossing a beverage to a group, a catch or miscue, and pursuit of a prize that slips away. The imagery shifts to waves, a shore, and golden moments, lamenting opportunities lost to time.
The London Chronicle cites the tenacious strain on leaders of the French Provisional Government, noting aging, illness, and altered appearances among key figures like Lamartine and Blanc. It comments Europe’s crowned heads share similar fatigue from oppressive duties and the burden of their role in human rights.
New State House work continues after revision by capable architects who already planned and supervised Guard College Philadelphia and Catholic Cathedral Cincinnati. The revision changes are not fully disclosed and foundations will be available under the revival plan with possible extra excavations. Architects who oversaw the plan oversee the erection while only a small number of laborers are employed.
A fragment from a Puritan era style piece mocks a vegetable doctor who claims a purely vegetable medicine could ease suffering in a dying patient. A later note from Barre Patriot and Baltimore Sun corresp indicate budget savings and rail funding figures, with editorial voice critiquing governance and finance.
A fragmentary, old newspaper piece mixes a lively French revolt anecdote with a long essay on the art and craft of printing. It surveys a Paris style anecdote and then expounds on the history, types, and costs of letterpress printing, including types, cases, and daily work details.
On January four major clashes left whites outnumbered but holding ground in Indiana territories. Five hundred whites fought two thousand Indians for a day with no white deaths but many wounded. A later massacre at the Presbyterian Mission killed Dr White’s wife and 18 others, with captives later ransomed via Hudson's Bay Company. Major Merke carries dispatches to Washington requesting action.
The Ohio and Western discourse notes English commentary on American securities, accusing London papers of undermining U S confidence. It cites The Jordan Press and The London News predicting British funds outperform U S stock, while Parliament weighs income tax amid debt. The piece links foreign interference fears to Monroe doctrine debates and reflects broader anxiety about global finance.
Subscribers plan a May 1 start for a six month weekly political paper devoted to democratic principles. It pledges support for Democratic candidates from the National Convention in Baltimore and will be edited by a leading political writer, printed in a mammoth sheet.
An 1848 advertisement announces sale of assorted goods at low prices including groceries, hardware, and dry goods plus a public auction of real estate. It notes a listing from Muskingum County and directs sale at the courthouse door in Lina, Georgia, on May 30, under sheriff CoN Williams.
Notice filed with the Commissioners of Allen County presenting petitions to vacate and alter state road segments. Includes references to Columbus road near Sugar Creek in Allen County and a cross town line near Monroe township, with dates and parcel references. The second petition seeks a road from Chenytide Road through Mor sic Township to intersect Perrysburgh road near Casio, dated April 22, 1548.
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