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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1849
Page
2
Fragmentary 1849 item notes the death of a notable figure linked to Detroit. It references Hubbard and Dunkel and appears in a Whig era column. The readable text hints at a public obituary or notice but provides few concrete details.
An alarming illness of Ex President Polk led to his death at Noahville on the 16th inst. Born November 24, 1795 in Mecklenburg County North Carolina Polk entered politics in 1823 as a Tennessee legislator then served fourteen years in Congress the last four as presiding officer He was Governor of Tennessee in 1839 and elected President in 1844 His administration marked a notable era and his death four years after Gen Jackson closes a chapter in Tennessee leadership with national impact and public mourning.
The Detroit Whig announces John Owen as a governor candidate and praises George A. Coe and Duncklee for their roles. It notes Owen’s integrity and business background, Coe’s parliamentary skill, and Duncklee’s printing craft. The piece reports Gwen declining the Whig nomination and thanks the party for the honor.
A community note expresses joy for a Fourth of July gathering at Lyon Lake. It urges fostering love of country and support for Christian principles as the next generation assumes responsibility for government, religion, and letters.
The diary recounts a wagon train crossing a swollen river and fording with care, amid storms and starving nights. Emigrants describe timber camps, blacksmiths, makeshift kitchens, and Indian camps near the Santa Fe route while traversing toward California in May 1849.
The narrative notes rough camp life as 80 houses form near the river ferry. Captain Potts orders wagons closer to the riverbank to prevent backtracking. One boat leaks and sinks delaying progress. Lyon, a weakened man, declines care and dies. The march averages 10 miles daily, with plans to push to 90 miles daily or 120 weekly as travel speeds up.
A report from a three week Paris sojourn by a London Committee delegation outlines preparations for a Peace Congress in Paris this August. Mentions reception by M Lamartine and lists supporters from France and Britain including de Lamartine allies, editors, and reformers ready to join a Committee of Organization.
Henry Richard and Elihu Burritt sign letters praising eminent city leaders who will sustain the country’s reputation at a forthcoming peace congress. The message stresses wisdom eloquence and progress in intelligence and moral power among civilized nations.
A week ago a riot erupted in Philadelphia after an attack on Franklin Engine Co at 3 AM. Renewed at noon between Franklin and Moysmensing Hose, the mob clashed near Fitzwater Street with fire and 8 men wounded or killed. Sheriff restored order by 10 PM. political papers reveal era tensions and party alignments.
The Marshall District plans a Sabbath School Celebration on July 4 in a grove by Lyon Lake, six miles south of Marshall. Activities begin at 10 o clock with mind and body entertainment. Other denominations are invited. Marshall District officials oversee arrangements.
Fragmentary text shows a Kentucky debate on emancipation and ending slavery. It references abolitionists, political pressure, and public sentiment, noting a shift toward ending slavery and the contested role of the press and public meetings in shaping the opinion and potential action.
New York June 28 The Courier and Enquirer quotes European rumors about a signed convention on the 31st between Muns French minister and the Triumvirate with General Oudinot objecting to an attack on the city. Turin papers say he plans to move toward Florence with the Duke of Tuscany and then to Bologna to reestablish his authority until Rome can be entered. The Franklin expedition remains unsettled while the Navy asks funds and Congress next session for an appropriation. Navy circulars urge whaling vessels to aid the search for Franklin wherever possible.
Fragmentary report describes Cassius M Clay accepting an invitation to speak at an Emancipation meeting in El Co and delivering an address amid a confrontation with Mr. Turner who rose to challenge him. The exchange leads to a heated scene, with Clay said to be recovering, and mentions of European figures and ongoing revolutionary sentiment across Europe.
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