19 Sep 1848
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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1848
Page
1
A prophetic poem describes a returning pestilence marching across nations and cities. It evokes angel of death, plague, and fear, naming Vienna Paris Rome Moscow and Meekwah as distant scenes. The tone is apocalyptic, with imagery of death, destruction, and widespread suffering.
An anecdote recounts John Jacob Astor refusing to extend credit to a young trader without a city reference. The trader borrows, earns Astor’s trust, and a long running partnership forms. Mr. K. becomes one of New Bedford’s wealthiest merchants through cautious dealings and credible references.
A long ornate tale centers on Kitty Coleman a lively flirt whose beauty and wit unsettle propriety figures like aunt Martha the squire and Harry Gay. SATirical narration tracks flirtation vanity and social judgment amid gossiping townspeople and a chorus of clergymen lawyers teachers and merchants.
In a summer visit, Kitty Coleman clashes with Harry Gay over Aunt Martha’s guidance. After emotional quarrels and a near accident, Harry helps Kitty, sparking a furtive moment that reshapes their awkward courtship as Squire Coleman and Aunt Martha observe.
The article notes Arkansas plans to grant land to settlers, allowing nonresidents to purchase up to 160 acres through tax payments. It mentions a half million acres set aside and a process involving an auditor and certificates, with non-citizens eligible under tax-based terms.
In a Graham's Magazine excerpt, Harry Gay smiles through joy as blossoms shower down from a tree. Kitty Coleman, fleeing an enemy, hides in a nearby thicket and is found trembling and panting after a fall. The incident leaves a lasting impression on Kitty and Harry.
Cursory reminiscences recount Governor Cass in Detroit after 1815, detailing open door hospitality, charity, and moderate living. The narrator recalls a close friendship, Cass’s mediation, frugal style, charitable wife, and Monroe visits. The piece notes Cass support for education and temperance and his accessibility to citizens.
A Washington Globe excerpt argues against independent tickets in Ohio 1543 contests, praising disciplined party unity while warning that betraying the party harms public interests and voters suffer decisive consequences for reversing necessary organization.
The Whig journals discuss a supposed Sierra Madre movement. The National Intelligencer claims wagons used by the army were bought for the expedition. The government vows to enforce neutrality laws and protect peace with Mexico, with vigilance and strict orders to civilian and military authorities on the frontier.
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