07 Mar 1854
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Newspaper
Meigs County Telegraph
Location
Pomeroy, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1854
Page
1
A fragmentary notice appears to announce subscriptions and payments. It mentions a weekly morning tire issue and a payment of fifty cents, with terms about continued delivery until arrears are settled. Details are unclear and truncated.
A historical account traces Dost Mohammed’s rise and captivity after the 1839 1840 Afghan upheaval. British intervention, shifting loyalties, and the retreat from Cabul are outlined with names like Shah Shuja Akbar Khan and Sir William Elgnhton. The narrative notes casualties, strategic moves, and evolving British policy toward Afghanistan.
A long survey blends Bucharest’s luxury with Nebraskan geography and future state prospects. It notes Wallachia’s popu lation decline after fires, Neb rask a’s vast area and climate contrasts, and early emigration context. It details Russian Turkish battles near Chate and Fort Kearney, Indian agriculture, and the territory’s rough resources, climate, and wildlife.
The column blends war preparations from Europe with temperance notices and local obituaries. It notes France’s military buildup and expected decrees, Britain’s African plans, passenger mobilizations, and allied forces. Drunkenness deaths are mourned, with warnings about liquor’s role. Local legal and political debates accompany these reports.
Legislative debate in the Sint Journal notes a senate resolution to form a joint committee to study amendments to the constitution after Supreme Court decisions. Mr Brown of Hamilton opposes backing the instrument early and argues changes are needed only if investigations support them. Several members urge passage while others warn the panic claim, with remarks on taxation and bank credits. The House adjourns without a decision.
A Dayton editorial critiques the Supreme Court of Ohio ruling on the tax law, arguing it raises taxation and burdens on merchants, bankers, and manufacturers. It traces implications for equality of taxation, urging legislative amendments and citing public meetings and editorials supporting reform and resistance to tax hikes.
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