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Newspaper
Plainfield Gazette
Location
Plainfield, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1851
Page
2
Plainfield Gazette states Mr Albert D. Drake is our authorised agent to receive subscriptions and advertisements. Mr E W Carr of Third Street Philadelphia opposite the Exchange is our authorised agent for that city.
Notice to all concerned that Plainfield Gazette’s rights and interest are transferred to A. M. Osborn Esq with effect from July 20. Debts for subscriptions or ads are now payable to Osborn, and contracts fulfilled by him. Debts due will be paid on August 1. Draxs k Son reflect on trials and gratitude for public support while planning a neutral, locally focused paper preserving liberty and education.
Correspondent in Plainfield describes a three thousand-strong town divided by gossip and scornful flippant remarks. He praises two church ministers, laments uncharitable rivalries between denominations, and notes the belle of the village, educated ladies, and New York bound beaux. The letter closes with cheerful reflection and a Cincinnati minister’s Europe voyage.
An artistically framed lament describes a beloved flower that withered beneath harsh conditions. The speaker recalls care and longing, noting that despite loving attention the plant faded, leaving only thorns and last memories of gems of love.
Telegraphic dispatch reports Patriots defeated the Spaniards after twelve hours of fighting with few prisoners, including the Fifth Regiment. Casualties listed as five killed. Texans pursue Presidio amid high political tension and growing insurrection rumors. Steamship Alabama sails to Chagres. Gen Twiggs arrived in New Orleans. Hacienda revolts unfold. Havana accounts note provisional governance amid armed towns and insurgent activity. Grand Division of the Sons of Western New-York meets with hundreds in attendance. reports show rising lodge prosperity and active divisions amid rain delays.
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