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Newspaper
Meigs County Telegraph
Location
Pomeroy, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1859
Page
2
Secretary of Suite A P Russell of Clinton County Board of Public Works J B Gregory of Scioto County and School Commissioner Anson Smythe of Lucas County identified among local government figures in the region.
The piece argues in detail that Democrats risk exploiting Judge Swan to split Republicans while the South bands Douglas for a pro slavery platform. It discusses factions within the party, the chance of disunion, and the likely impact on the upcoming Supreme Court seat and national election. It also notes editorials from the Cincinnati Enquirer backing Swan and critiques Democratic motives.
Reports from Europe describe a major engagement near Milan between French forces under Napoleon and Austrian troops. Claims of 12,000 to 25,000 casualties, thousands captured, and large troop movements as Milan and surrounding areas shift in the war. The Queen's Parliament debate opens amid calls for neutrality and diplomacy.
The lettered page reviews multiple 19th century periodicals and their July numbers. Godey’s Lady’s Book, Lapies Reposteur, and other titles are praised for engravings fashion plates and literary content. The notices discuss editors, prices, and the publishers, noting the strong sentimental tone and artistic quality.
The report warns that by mid October the Alpine mine area will freeze, halting work for at least six months. Thousands seek gold with little provision as Denver City crowds swell, leading to expected hardship and unemployment within five hundred miles. Authorities urge the public and press to caution against rushing to the mines and warn of desolation and property loss amid the delusion of easy riches.
A notice offers a seven dollar reward for the return of a white spotted bay horse named Stray Colt lost near Green Township, Gallia County, Ohio. The ad urges contact with Jan Oubney in Gallipatis, Ohio, for recovery.
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