11 Jun 1857
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Newspaper
Ohio Carrollton Carroll Free Press
Location
Carrollton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1857
Page
1
Poem style plea urging readers to settle dues to the printer, warning of consequences for nonpayment. The piece mocks delays and mocks the idea of withholding payment, arguing that honesty and support for the press sustains news delivery and editorial work.
The piece recounts the Walker filibuster's defeat and the high casualties reported by Gen. Henningsen, noting disease deaths beyond battle losses. It cites Commander Davis of the U.S. Navy acting under federal orders to aid filibusters, prompting accusations of government complicity and violations of neutrality in supporting incursions into Costa Rica. The New York Evening Post and Courier debate the legality and ethics of U.S. actions and neutrality obligations.
A Leavenworth Herald report portrays H. T. Titus funding his Border Ruffians venture to aid Walker in Nicaragua as turmoil grows. It alleges jealousy by Lockridge blocked success and questions Walker’s military record while addressing fabricated reports and ensuing unrest.
A Rockford Republican report recounts Hon. Wat Bann Bebb former governor now in Illinois facing a mob at his home. After threats and provoked exchange he fired a double barrel gun injuring a ringleader and fatally wounding another man, inciting wide alarm in the community.
A historical news note claims Medill administration left unpaid debts totaling 516.91575, with later Republican actions repaying part by 1864. It asserts reductions under Governor Chase and notes outstanding bonds of 100000 dollars. The piece criticizes financial management and fiscal policy in that era.
Sheriff Layton reports a brutal incident in Jasper township where alleged United States officers constrained and abused prisoners. The account notes threats to hang abolitionists, insistence on concealment, and a search for the shortest route to the Little River, urging punishment under law.
Gen Scott acting with the President's approval orders transfer of the Geo companion of Imgoons from Fort Randall to Fort Teavanworth. Three companies of 2d infantry to Fort Snelling and one to Fort Ridgely. The 5th regiment to Florida by volunteers to Jefferson Barracks to await orders. The 10th Infantry to Fort Leavenworth with eight companies now and two at Fort Stalling and Ridgely soon after. Telegraph orders sent to New York and Leavenworth.
Last night New Onteans reported Walker left Woodfird en route to Washington via Lomiaville on Sinley's advice who arrived yesterday. Municipal election today sees no opposition to the American ticket. The Galveston steamer from Barracke Bay is mentioned. The Louisiana was burned in the Bay at Galveston on the morning of the Bist. eleven people, including Captain Byrne, are noted. The Galveston saved 25. A Quaker commented on Phrenology.
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