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Newspaper
Plainfield Gazette
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1850
Page
2
A man recalls a night-long scheme to sort and secure a box of tools from a seller. After a tense exchange and careful plotting, the box is moved under cover, the culprit defeated, and the note cancelled. The narrator gains moral reward over monetary gain. Indianapolis, Nov 1849.
An authentic penny tale describes a box of Florence oil bottles in an unvisited room. Rats are seen invading the box sticking their tails into bottle necks and drinking oil, with coverings removed each morning and portions gone.
The Plainfield Lyceum will meet at W. W. Davison's school house Tuesday evening at 7 1 4017 o'clock to discuss whether Phrenology harmonizes with Bible teachings. All are invited to attend. Albert D. Drake is authorized to receive subscriptions and advertisements.
An opinion piece attacks law and equity as opposed forces that darken justice. It cites a failed jury verdict in a writ of attachment and calls for peaceful reform through a cross‑party coalition of those harmed to restore fair rights and restrict privileged enforcement.
The piece discusses the revived New York Day Book issue dated Jan 4 with critiques of inspections on goods and condemnation of monopolies. It cites arguments on port duties, state powers, and constitutional limits, urging vigilance against monopoly and urging fair commerce.
In New York City business notices lane and Porter at 66 Catherine Street offer a wide variety of dry goods including calico cashmeres and merceries with emphasis on low prices and attentive service for shoppers seeking the best value in the city.
Public attention drawn to advertisement by J.H. Schoonmaker & Co. Their crackers offered at 219 Fulton, inviting readers to judge for themselves. Local column notes this campaign and calls attention to the product and address.
The notice promotes Charles Grasite’s business and urges readers to consider his workmanship and competitive prices. It also recommends John Boylan's Gutta Percha soled boots to keep feet dry and prevent slipping on ice, highlighting practical footwear benefits.
In Trevton on January 8 1850 the Whig Caucus agreed to reelect last year’s Senate officers The Homes will elect Joan T Nixon of Salem as Speaker and reelect A M Cumming along with other veteran officers Daily Advertiser
The source notes James Watson Webb as Minister to Austria is not yet nominated and that any action is premature. It implies he will likely be rejected, per the referenced "Book" opinion.
Strong resolutions on slavery introduce in the New York Legislature. They assert slavery is alien to the Constitution repugnant to natural justice and republican principles, and claim Congress has power to abolish it in the District of Columbia.
A temperance gathering convened at the Second Presbyterian Church with Zachariah Webster as chair and Elston Marsh as secretary. Rev. Messrs Hill Crandall Beach Drake Whitaker and R. Anderson spoke. resolutions called for monthly meetings at different churches and publication of proceedings.
In Washington on January 7 the Senate received numerous petitions and memorials including calls for indemnity for French spoliations and recognition of the Republic of Liberia. Other petitions sought embassy appropriations to Austria and tariff modifications. A Texas boundary dispute proposal and Santa Fe judicial interference notes were discussed as the chamber moved toward related resolutions.
A German named Fowler was killed Sunday night near the Jackson Glass Works by two assailants, George Winocker and John Summers, who struck him with a heavy maul following a New Year’s frolic. The men are in prison awaiting trial. Camden Democrat.
A thieves convention in London gathered 207 avowed thieves to seek honest living measures. They prayed and sang, then addressed Lord Ashley for aid, who warned of slim chances unless they seek New World opportunities. The piece notes stark social evils and a call for reform. The second topic discusses New York's personal liability law for bank stockholders effective January 1, 1850. It requires stockholders to be liable for debts, with bill-holders preferred in insolvency, praised as a righteous measure.
On the 28 Des. Rev. E C Ambler joined William A Codington of Liberty Corner to Milas Sally Ann Stelle of Stone House Village after a courtship lasting 23 years. The wedding marks a long anticipated union celebrated in local circles.
A long list of books on phrenology, physiology, and health from reformers and doctors. Works by Combe, Spurzheim, Shew, Liebig, and others cover education, marriage, temperaments, hydropathy, and moral philosophy. Includes translations, engravings, and guidance on how to order by mail from New York publishers.
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