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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1856
Page
2
The Indianapolis Journal reports about six thousand applicants for the post of elector in Washington. An application was submitted from every township in the state except two, indicating broad statewide interest in the electoral process.
A 19th century column attacks Southern disunion zeal led by the Charleston Mercury and weighs South Carolina as the driving force behind secession. It notes a Washington Star exchange on North South relations and mentions a New England meeting in Quincy to mark Plymouth’s anniversary. Also reports plans to bridge the Niagara Rapids near Buffalo with a legislative request for state support and river navigation considerations.
Wet Lane notes Lane’s column ads tout a large stock of shawls and mantillas scarfs offered at very low prices. He emphasizes prime goods and strong customer turnout, with ladies often seen at his counters, signaling sale appeal.
The advertisement urges readers to visit Towzaxn and Joxrs where every stove style is available from Charter Oak to coal heater at low prices. The copy promises bargains so cheap that no buyer in need will refuse to purchase.
The market shows strong demand for hogs with many dressed hogs passing the current day. Prime hogs bring 35,25 and similar prices are offered at a packing house in town.
Our readers are informed that Lapp Waeter and Company offer a large and splendid winter feed stock at cheap prices. They must dispose of it to make room for their spring stock arriving soon.
City teachers in public schools plan to attend a general meeting in Chicago this month. The gathering seeks mutual improvement and higher standards in education as educators unite to share methods and advance instruction. Burlington and Chicago Railway offers half price travel to attendees.
In a House debate sparked by the President's message, Don Morrison Democrat of Illinois faced sharp questions from Norton of this state. Morrison defended independence of the Democratic Party, attacked Republicans as sectional, recalled Illinois history, and concluded by branding Republicanism as sectional before the adjournment.
A famed military charger aged twenty eight died in the city last week after long service from Tennessee to Florida and Mexico. Famously ridden by Kossuth and President Pierce, the horse served in nine general battles, sustained wounds, and ended life on a retired list with full rations at the Distrow stables under Major Merrill.
The Superior Court of New York hears a dispute over a large pork futures contract. George Causard buys from Elisha W. Hinman, with James C. Carter for the buyer and Charles Tracy for the seller arguing. The case questions whether such contracts are gambling wagers or unlawful market manipulation under state law.
In Leavenworth City a busy week sees rapid growth with capital investment and hopes of doubling inhabitants within a year. Officers Johnston and Wray explore a concealed cave behind United States Hotel uncovering a boys’ den with cards, candles, a stove and a rope system. several youths flee into the canal but one boy is detained and later released after questioning. Census notes predict Illinois may gain eight more representatives after the next count.
A lone hunter braves a fatal advance by a cougar in a forest glare aided only by a bloodhound who breached the felines grip at the last moment. The tale recalls bravery and a faithful hound’s return to save his master from a grim fate.
Amagsnti's operation to open the descending colon was performed in this city on Wednesday by Dr G R Henry with Drs J P Henry Ransom Scarf Rough McCann and Webb. The patient Mr J M Swann survived the operation but remained in critical condition, with minor hemorrhage on the second day. The procedure relieved pain and granted him a few additional days in which to enjoy family and mind at peace.
Springfield correspondent reports state treasury balance of 1,192,629 dollars with 275,000 sent to New York to pay interest on over 8.5 million in indebtedness. Revenue this year cited as 3,629, dil expenditures totaling 2,436, 542.
A fragment from a late 19th century column recalls errors in President Pierce and King of Denmark coverage and a secretary named Dobbin misread as various nonhuman forms. It then notes the American Railway Times urging frost protection for locomotives with proposals like insulated coverings, joking about tailoring for engines.
A fragmented note notes consumer reactions to a forthcoming auction salon. It suggests many would be delighted by a large deal line in the article, but the anticipated good time remains distant. The text mentions Heshie and Sion da and references a Cof 3¢ Ris indieste a'si.
A correspondent contrasts foreign views of the U S election with the nation’s principles. The London press is accused of misreading the contest as about expanding government power, while the author argues the real issue was slavery's extension and protecting liberty for all, not aggrandizing the federal state.
The Quincy and Eastern Road is expected to be completed and in running order by January 1, 1858. Contracts for heavy grading have been awarded to Phelps & Pressel of Keokuk and Calder of New Michigan. ties to Ulbert Provost & Co. of Sterling. Grading will begin immediately with a strong force, signaling broader regional rail expansion and tying Quincy closer to becoming a Western Illinois commercial hub.
The city will host two lectures by Mr J B Goven, eminent temperance lecturer, with times to be announced. Also Rev M Baird is slated to arrive mid January for a Europe lecture series, and is regarded as highly qualified to discuss European society and its facets.
The Garrick Dramatic Company debuts at the City Trail on Saturday evening with The Idiot Witness or Tale of Blood as the opener and The Yankee outwitted in Quincy as the afterpiece. An opening address and song The Star Spangled Banner follow. Star actors Mr Lerfner and Miss Le Roy headline a show the company pledges to honor with top scenery by J G Ryitz, an city artist.
A letter laments wood shortages in the city and condemns rising prices. It urges local producers and authorities to ensure a plentiful, humane supply via railroad, river, and timber resources across the river, islands, and shores, to warm homes next season.
A report notes yesterday’s sale of 36 hogs packed at Pomroy and Company’s packing house. The lot weighed 14,289 pounds, averaging about 400 pounds per hog, bought by Lighfoot of Mendon. The item mentions competition from a coal company sale in a nearby city and references price quotes in cents, indicating brisk demand.
Congress debates the Nebraska bill and the 1820 Missouri compromise repeal. Campbell of Ohio defends the President as critics from the North denounce his policy as pro–slavery expansion and accuse Republicans of bias. The exchange touches on Fremont Fillmore alignment, voting rights, and party loyalties amid sectional tensions.
The New York Mirror recounts Miss Ann M. Lachaise of this city died on the Arago on the 3d, age 19, after brain fever. Engaged to be married, she was to wear bridal robes. The steamer's delay delayed her arrival, and the next morning her betrothed learned she had passed. The tale ends with a lament on love and fate.
The vanilla bean grows in Mexico near Vera Cruz and has become profitable for cultivators. Last year the US imported about 5,000 bushels costing $20 per bushel, totaling $100,000, with a 20 percent duty of $20,000. Current prices show vanilla beans at $39 to $40 per unit.
Ik Marvel outlines Venice from its lagoon beginnings through its rise as a mercantile power. He traces Roman roots, Byzantine influence, and the 1200 patricians who hid behind the mask of the Council of Ten, ending with a lingering image of a proud but shadowed republic.
In Granby, Fulton County, a mother leaped into a water well to rescue her four and a half year old son after the child fell in. She pulled him free, then assisted another boy who helped retrieve water for a bucket, narrowly avoiding her own danger. The incident underscores parental devotion and heroism.
The issue reports Gen Walker's successes against Central American forces in Nicaragua with battles near Masaya, Granada, and Rivas. Granada was burned after a three-day notice, and the Costa Rican brig Granada was sunk with all hands lost. Also notes vast enemy losses and a Russia item about Moscow Mujiks turning saint trade into quick money through faith and gullibility.
Washington correspondent reports the Free State memorial from Kansas seeks to challenge Whitfield’s seat. The case’ll open as a contested election with a claim he was neither the peoples’ choice nor lawfully chosen. Governor Geary’s certificate rested on a defective law, so the election proclamation was voluntary. Whitfield faces admission claims similar to Reeder’s last session, and future votes may shift against him after investigation.
From Washington December 16, reports show a motion to obtain all letters from Wilson Shannon on Kansas affairs. Discussion includes a railroad telegraph between Atlantic and Pacific, and a bill amending territorial organization for Kansas and Nebraska. Adjournment follows debate on President's message and Nebraska policy, with further actions postponed to January.
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