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Quincy Whig

Location

Quincy, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1850

Page

2

Crowded Courttime Revels at Black Bear Tavern

A lively court time at Black Bear tavern drew a crowded crowd as jovial host and guests traded jests and yarns. Deacon Jones and lawyer West Bmaerh sparked tales amid a restless room, with Heaven and Hell visions recounted and the scene ending as conversation drifted into legal and local notices.

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Destructive fire and ship seizure reported with losses

The report notes a halting description of Crescent City events with 256 passengers and 257.99 in gold dust aboard a vessel. A destructive die occurred in San Prenesco on May 4 causing property losses estimated at three to three thousand dollars.

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Frer cisteon and ships innevicity tale of voyage

Fragmented report details ship movements, weather, and maritime mishaps near river and coast. It mentions the schooner Raevsor, a wreck near George, and a Boston crew rescue, with Emma and emigrants from Salt Lake City facing harsh mountain crossing. It notes a plan to establish Rancho de Chino near Los Angeles to aid future arrivals.

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Oregon expedition report and regional notes in Spectator

Oregon Spectator reports partial success of a deserters pursuit from U S service as Governor Lane returns from the Umpqua with about 70 to 75 deserters. Col Lor ing continues pursuit and a rumor says two bodies found near the Canyon. Strong fears men perish from starvation before relief. South pass explorations show its practicability and advantage over the north entrance. Fort Vancouver dispute ends in Dr Gardner’s death and Kanaka in his service. Major Hathaway attempts self harm but may survive. A new steamboat machinery arrives at Astoria for early operation. Farmers plant crops. grain and seed potatoes reportedly abundant and cheaper next fall if season favors. Governor issues proclamation for May legislature. murderers of Dr Whitman reportedly arrested except for one.

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Hoosier and Indianan altercation aboard steamboat M

Aboard the Cincinnati to St Louis steamer M a meal table altercation escalates into a brawl between a Hoosier and an Indiana passenger. The Hoosier enraged by taunts strikes with a plate and elbow, a closet struggle ensues, and in the melee a purses and handkerchief are seized. The captain and crew intervene. the two men are identified by witnesses and are threatened with punishment.

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Market Report and Prices From New Orleans and Planters

A verbose market summary notes mixed demand and dull activity across commodities in New Orleans and nearby markets. Cotton, tobacco, flour, corn, oats, and bacon prices fluctuate, with limited sales and a generally soft tone. Weather remains warm and river levels are mixed, with several articles showing nominal price shifts and cautious buyers. Freight and exchange show little movement amid subdued trading.

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Webster letter seeks clemency in Parkman case

June reports claim Prof Webster admits killing Dr Parkman but denies murder and asks the Governor and Council to commute his sentence. The letter is lengthy and lacks fatal details and will likely be reviewed next Tuesday by the authorities.

Bostos Prof. Webster Dr. Parkman

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