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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1851
Page
2
The Statheman urges readers to expand its weekly circulation within the county. It notes a forthcoming indulgence lowering postage until July, enabling free circulation of weekly papers locally. The piece argues free county distribution will aid country journals against city dailies and explains postage changes favor subscribers.
In New York the Whig majority across both houses fails to name a U S Senator. Beekman defeats Fish, amid factional splits between Silver Greys and Woolly Heads, as the party argues over the Fugitive Slave Law and unity. Liberia, colonization views, and Michigan politics are also touched upon in this broad political digest.
The piece notes Mil lard Fulmore as a leading candidate for the presidency and discusses concerns about delaying nominations. It highlights a portage reduction act allowing two cent letter postage if department expenditures rise five percent, arguing that lower rates boost overall revenue and public mail flow.
Ackson thanks James Winters Esqy of Athena for club subscribers boosted by his efforts. Barri Creek Baptist choir plans a sacred concert with the Philharmonic Club. Warm May days were noted, and funds are pledged to build three new churches Baptist Christian Catholic. Eldridge/John Wan no longer at prominent place. Mr B chosen for portraits. his studio over Comstock and Pratt's store.
A damaged early report notes the River and Harbor Bill's defeat after passing the House, predicting Western Michigan hardships due to missing harbors. It cites Democratic opposition, Whig resistance, and party infighting as key factors shaping the legislative setback and future riverine disaster forecasts.
A Burlington audience heard young ladies read essays and perform pieces on moral education. Speaker B. P. Jiddson praised Jovial virtue and a correct system of morality, noting strong order and broad public approval.
During a March legislative session, lawmakers debate extending premium benefits to mechanics and other societies, amid contention over who should receive subsidies and objections to taxation. The discussion touches constitutional aims for agricultural schools, while other minutes report late-night arrests after rioting and various local notices.
The letter notes ongoing mining activity around Deer Creek and Nevada City with dry diggings due to water shortages, plus miners moving to Scott River and Coloma. It mentions a kidnapping incident near Johnson's ranch, a brother’s death, and a day described as unusually pleasant with mild winter conditions and optimistic views on later elections and settlement.
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