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Newspaper
Metropolis Register
Location
Metropolis, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1851
Page
2
A lengthy letter from Jones describes heated partisan conflict around Sumner and efforts to influence the Senate. He condemns attacks on constitutional norms, warns of danger to the Republic, and cites harassment of a presumed abductee in Cairo. The piece notes a forthcoming legislative session and vacancies due to resignations.
From Nicaragua the Prometheus dates at New York are set for the 8th inst three days after New Orleans reports claim 15 Americans were killed and 700 were expelled from Nicaraguan territory. Capt Johnson aboard the Prometheus says on leaving San Juan the 8th he heard no murders or expulsions and doubts the reports.
Intelligence from Havana on the 13th cited a rumor of an invading party under Lopez landing near Mari el and cannon fire heard in that direction. The Pizarro naval ship and English forces were sent to the scene while the Esperanza fired at sea, and reports said government word of expedition progress reached New Orleans and Galveston.
In Boston a U S district court session arraigned the parties on a new count linked to rescuing prisoners. The count avoids Fugitive Slave Law issues, aiming to resolve whether Shadrach was legally in custody, potentially simplifying trials.
The Boston board of aldermen at their weekly meeting unanimously adopted resolutions criticizing a prior action on the use of Faneuil Hall. They defend independent city actions under the charter and protest legislative censure from another branch of government, citing harm to public calm and respect.
A joint committee of the city government to invite President Fillmore to Boston is formed. The common council and board of Aldermen express unity in inviting him and grant use of Fanueil Hall for a public address. The resolution vows respectful reception and coordination between city branches.
A long neglected deed in Motrupuitan City shows Uncle Sau occupying land slated for a Portuguese minister’s palace. Investigators tracing boundaries discover the land is already improved by a republican figure, with immediate plans to seek a suitable alternative site. The piece questions if other nations received similar grants.
In Hyde Park and St James Park sparrows flood a grand building after panes shatter during a display. An estimated three hundred thousand birds alarm officials as attempts to drive them away risk glass damage. The Council of Supervision has dispatched thirty falconers from Edinburgh to deter the flock ahead of the exhibition.
A Springfield room split into two apartments hosts a turning table trick. A peg on the wall opens to a whiskey labeled glass setup where dropping a coin makes a rotating table reveal a hidden quid. Officials could find no person operating the illusion or method, and the device remains active.
Tickets for the PrenateXdiOiMED season rise gradually in London as members, including Lhour and suagon, receive allocations from Society of Arts fees though the text remains garbled and unclear.
An extraordinary ox named miguificent great ox rated by Cal. N C. Batowin in Cleveland is set for a journey to the World’s Fair. After eight years of fattening he weighs 4009 pounds and will be transported by sea and rail, a notable event in the agricultural show circuit.
Pope announces a limited allocation of lands and privileges to the Gavelers amid a broader plan for expositions. He cautions against overreach while outlining roles for Cyydigals and Bishqys in forthcoming events and governance.
A report from Louisville dated the 29th notes two Altoona and Springfieldfield stockholders predicting rapid progress on the railroad from Springfield Illinois to Alton on the Mississippi. By December first the entire line should be complete and by August next the Alton to Carlinville segment will be running. The writer urges similar energy from our city and state to advance rail improvements.
The Catholic Weekly Instructor states that the Pope has conferred the rank of Cardinal on Archbishop Hughes of New York and that the formal ceremony will take place at Rome on St Patrick’s Day.
The New York Herald reports the Holy Council seeks US opinion on making Bishop Hughes a cardinal and has sent objections to the Pope. In Lancaster county Mrs Pritt of Mannheim tried to chastise a child with a switch, the child cried and stopped breathing, collapsing and dying.
A report details a dreadful hurricane in southeastern Crawford county Ohio last Saturday week destroying fences houses and orchards with no injuries. Senator Douglas purchases a Washington homestead near the Capitol for his family while canvassing trips draw large crowds. Jenny Lind and Barnum donate to relief in Mississippi cities as legal bills and fisheries profits surface in public notices.
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