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Newspaper
Logansport Herald
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1838
Page
2
A 1833 document records President M. Van Buren approving a plan proposed by James K. Polk to determine suitable lighthouse locations and improvements along the mouths of the Mississippi and Sabine rivers and connected bays to secure safer access to harbors and waterways.
Public. No. 67. An act to transfer to Ohio all United States right in a road from Brownstown to the western line of the Connecticut Western Reserve. The grant covers the segment along the Miami of the Lake foot of the rapids. Approved July 7. 1s.
The act authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to sell two bonds held by the United States as security for the Bank of the United States chartered by Pennsylvania. Sales must be on best terms, with proceeds paid into the Treasury. Bonds mature in September 1830 and 1840, valued at about 1.908 million dollars each, bearing 6 percent interest since 1836.
The act aims to prevent issuing or circulating bills notes or securities of U S corporations created by Congress that have expired. It sets penalties including fines up to ten thousand dollars and prison terms up to five years for offenders. A saving clause allows bona fide ordinary transactions to continue.
The text details federal power to issue injunctions to prevent reissue or transfer of notes and securities from expired corporations. It authorizes courts to require redemption, delivery and cancellation of securities and to issue decrees to enforce these powers. Approved July 7, 1838.
A Vermont Patriot quote recalls a neighbor predicting a business failure for criticizing government bailout hopes. The remark labels reliance on state aid as a bad omen, arguing that demanding government intervention signals impending financial trouble for the debtor.
The Nation al Intelligencer cites results from 35 counties with 387 for the administration and 61 for the opposition, showing an opposition gain of seven. In 18 counties 18 Representatives and 6 Senators elected. opposition claims 15 Representatives and 7 Senators. More particulars awaited.
The Indiana Democrat reports federal influence fading as counties elect Democratic representatives. It notes Warron county delegates shifting to Clay, predicts a Democratic-leaning legislature, and argues Indy voters rejected journal dictation. The piece cites Clark county as still federal for a local seat issue but asserts Indiana has thrown off the federal yoke.
A report from Charleston notes a schooner from New York bound for Pensacola was boarded by a pirate schooner on the previous 20th near Key West. The raiders pretended water needs at first and stole about 60 from the New York vessel. The captain says he was treated politely and considers himself fortunate to escape without further harm.
The Sehenceetada Democrat notes a Mohawk translation of the Gospel of St John printed by Phillips & Coops in London. Joseph Brandt translated this version in winter 1774 at Doctor Stewart’s residence. The paper shares the opening verses in Mohawk.
A writer in the Albany Argus notes clerks in Washington largely oppose the current administration while contrasting with the Whig pattern of rewarding office holders. The piece cites the tendency to remove Democrats from federal positions when Whigs gain power.
The Peoria Register editor scoffs at some claimed Northern settlers as vastly overreaching. He cites a Knox County case near Aurora with 2700 acres under one claim, 600 cultivated, 20 stacks of last year’s crop, and offers for sale portions. Prices vary from 28 to 1000 per acre, with improved lands higher and values pressured by prior surveys and preemption laws.
The Whigs held a meeting last evening at Masonic Hall addressed by Mr Prentiss a Mississippi congressman. The call was limited to Whigs and included Gideon Lee among those present.
Samuel Swartwout and other conservatives now aligned with the Whigs attend a meeting where two are named vice presidents. Reported speeches by Mr. Prentiss are criticized as incoherent and self serving, praising a credit system tied to speculative facilities. The piece notes Prentiss praising his brother N P Tallmadge.
Banks in the District of Columbia resume specie payments alongside Philadelphia. The National Gazette notes smooth resumption with minimal specie paid by the Bank of the United States, under twenty thousand dollars mostly for corporate notes, and no specie left for New York, settled by checks.
A Havana dispatch claims a Carlist conspiracy within several regiments led to arrests and executions. The drive aimed to topple the Cuban government and restore Don Carlos to power, changing the revolt’s perceived cause beyond Pacos removal.
A Worcester correspondent discusses admissions to a prestigious society, noting that claiming American citizenship sometimes grants access to privileges denied to others. The piece cites a late visitor to a College of Surgeons event and remarks on the broader implications for foreigners and national protection in Britain.
The Louisville Advertiser reports Mississippi banks hold vast capital and swollen loans, draining residents via high interest. It argues many banks are dueling to the board as specie payments loom, urging closure of weak institutions and support for Union Bank to end costly lending practices.
A young adventurer writes from the far west that he has settled so far west the sun never shines until night. The Baltimore Transcript notes a capital retreat during dog days and jokes about paying the chap a visit.
Defiance Banner reports that immediate steps will be taken to prepare the northern portion of the project for contract and that at least part of the line will be laid in the coming autumn.
The Land Office at Laporte will relocate to Winne mac in Pulaski county for December land sales. Officials expect the move to create a more convenient and central location for buyers and agents.
A Loganport Telegraph critique questions federal Indian emigration measures toward the Pottawattamies. It urges Col Pepper's humane removal plan and challenges editors to state whether stronger actions or bribery should be used if Indians resist relocation.
The piece reports troops moving north to drive the Pottawattamies from their land amid tensions with settlers. Gov. Wallace is criticized for seeming indifferent to the Indians and petitions while action notes troops ordered by government agents rather than the governor. The text suggests underlying hunger and illness as factors and questions military action and prudence.
The Senior quill-driver departs, leaving the Herald to be managed by others. The staff vows to take care of itself and readers, aiming to render satisfaction in both duties.
England grants permission to move Napoleon’s remains from St. Luciena. Prince de Joinville named to command the vessel bound for St. Udlena. Remains will be interred with religious ceremonies in the Place Vendome amid soldiers’ honors with one member from every regiment accompanying the expedition.
Readers dispute a circulating snake story tied to Nick Biddle and the U S Bank, citing Gen Milroy’s letter denying personal verification. The piece notes a Lafayette branch of a Phes pian Corps and references Indian tradition about Mani toos and Lake Manitou.
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