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Newspaper
Portage Sentinel
Location
Ravenna, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1849
Page
2
Begelater and others note that after committees were read and accepted the society elected its officers for the coming year. David McIntosh was named President Baxson A. Gicere Vice President Esas P. Hearse Treasurer Exas B Tarion Secretary and an executive committee including Arvan Upaci and others.
In Ravenna Ohio the Portage Sentinel reviews the state legislature balance. Democrats and Whigs hold most seats with Free Soilers pivotal. It notes certificates of election for Hamilton county Democrats and analyzes how union blocs could form in both chambers. It also reports election results for the constitutional convention and a Kentucky reform proposal. Amos Be. Woon’s 5000 majority fills a vacancy in the 6th district.
Elections are set for the 61st Tuesday in November in New York Michigan Mississippi and Louisiana for state and federal offices. Massachusetts votes for Governor Lieutenant Governor and state legislature on the second Monday in November.
A New York Tribune letter predicts Kossuth Bem and Dembrinski may arrive in New York mid November unless Russia Turkey war erupts. Vermont calls a constitutional convention for January. In Pennsylvania, The Pittsburgh Commercial Journal reports Gamble wins Canal Commissioner by 10,836. Democrats control both legislative chambers.
A long letter advocates replacing aristocratic governance with direct democracy at township level in Northern Ohio, outlining how local offices, courts, and records could be managed by the people. It warns against Whig obstruction to a new constitution, and argues for reform to end costly court visits and distant county seats. Also reports on a New Bedford shipwreck tale of survival and a syndicated note on Canadian annexation sentiment, noting editors’ divisions and public opinion across Canada and the United States.
Correspondent recalls Tory led clashes as arches are cut down and post office attacked. Mayor's orders to deter the governor fail as 8000 people gather for Elgin's arrival. A shot wounds a youth while postmaster Goodhue and clerks are assaulted and letter boxes overturned. Disturbances persist as the procession of three miles unfolds from the hotel balcony.
Reports from Great Salt Lake Valley describe prosperous farming with extensive irrigation, rising bread prices due to California emigration, and a remarkable cricket control by gulls that migrate from the lake to eat insects. The letter claims divine favor, abundant crops, and a potential grain surplus, while noting rail and industrial observations from Massachusetts to England.
A Pennsylvanian correspondent reports a colorful Western Pennsylvania visit by a general. The crowd greeted him with a formal address from their leader and the general praised the state, complimenting Governor Johnston and noting its mineral and agricultural wealth. He urged the governor to help him out of a predicament amid hearty applause.
A long New York Courier and Enquirer article decries widespread nepotism and family ties in federal patronage from Maine to Louisiana. It notes criticism across papers including the New York Express, edited by Krooks. The piece questions why major leaders’ actions are not punished, comparing historical figures and a Helena sale notice.
A December style dispatch notes the Europa arrives at Halifax and sparks talk of a broader conflict in Europe. It mentions potential declarations of war involving Russia and Austria against Turkey, tense Bosphorus events, and a large Turkish fleet preparing amid refugee movements toward the United States and France. The report cites cautious government rhetoric, speculation on imperial reactions, and a speculative tone about future hostilities, with references to diplomatic nerves and transport of troops.
Long, fragmentary wire service style summary compiling European affairs. Reports on France Italy Turkey and Russia, cabinet talks, Sicilian administration, a shooting incident in London, and a large gold shipment to the St John Del Rey Company via Fal mouth. Includes mentions of Lord Palmerston and naval movements to the Dardanelles.
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