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Newspaper
Peru Free Press
Location
Peru, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1853
Page
2
The Peru Free Press announces its office has been moved to Shirk's Brick, second story, at the corner of Broadway and Second streets.
H E and C F Sterne stray cow and D C Danrow Kier Rock Oil promoted. F Gamuur and J H Dsacon dissolution of partnership announced.
A late night serenade by two or more young men captivated readers, with instrumental music drifting from a hall near the office door under a moonlit sky. The performance stirred the soul and displayed notable artistic skill, earning thanks to the generous entertainers.
A Fort Wayne Laurel Wreath critique defends Miss Wheeler in the Milwaukie trial for the Lace killing. It argues murder was warranted and seduction should carry the death penalty, while praising Wheeler as a virtuous avenger. It also lampoons local editors and includes a humorous Lost Tray and petty crime notes.
An old lady offers marital guidance to her son John, provoking debate in the Peru Free Press and Wayne Times about marriage, bachelor editors, and social propriety. The neighborhood banter humorously explores courtship, modesty, and being “in Heaven” with playful sarcasm in a scorching hot editorials scene.
The article discusses a possible war with Mexico before Congress, driven by unsettled boundary questions and Santa Anna's stance. It notes Mesilla Valley tensions, U.S. resolve to hold disputed land per treaty, and reports Gen Garland moving toward New Mexico to confront Governor Trias, with arbitration as a potential path.
The speech by Mr. Dawson at Memphis frames a Southern Western unity on constitutional rights and economic development, urging railroad expansion and domestic industry. The article also surveys Indiana Territory governance from 1800 to statehood, highlighting key figures like Harrison, Gibson, and Jennings, plus territorial developments and slavery debates.
A State Journal note proclaims the laborer as the real architect of a community’s fortune and urges actions in accordance with his merits, stating this faith will drive regeneration and progress and wishing God speed to their ambitious effort.
The State Journal reports Gov Wright’s January 7 1853 message and recounts a Bloomington liquor nuisance trial. Warfield was convicted for keeping a nuisance amid a corrupt booze trade, with Gov Wright allegedly remitting the fine, provoking calls to question executive prerogative and reform.
The State Board of Agriculture will meet January 4 1854 in Indianapolis to set the next Annual Fair schedule and premiums. Proposals must include grounds a 20 acre enclosure with halls stalls forage water and other facilities. cash or grounds furnished by July 1 1854. applications via the Secretary at Richmond. Joseph A Wright president and W T Dennis secretary announce plans and invite entries and fruit grain vegetables flowers for display.
Reports from Mexico discuss Gov Trisg withdrawing troops from Mesilla and General Garland’s role in maintaining armed neutrality. Local storm damage details include a severe Thursday night tornado near Perkinsville causing injuries and extensive property loss. Texas gold claims debunked as land speculator hoax with no substantial finds.
The article promotes the TRUE DIGESTIVE FLUID prepared from the fourth stomach of the ox by Dr J S Houghton of Philadelphia for indigestion and dyspepsia. It claims nature's own remedy for an unhealthy stomach and that it makes good eating healthful.
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