17 Nov 1838
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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1838
Page
1
A lament for a departed beloved, lamenting the inability to mourn together. The speaker recalls shared joys and sorrows and the longing to bind a wreath in memory, but memory and loss keep the mourner apart. The verse emphasizes enduring sorrow and the struggle to express or release the grief.
An observer recalls a bright Windsor morning view of England’s Queen in St. George’s Chapel as the royal carriage arrives. The account notes her simple dress, shawl, and lilies, and highlights a vivid description of her hair and feet as she travels Beaconsfield to Nassau Street. The piece also covers Baltimore court coverage of Mr. Stewart’s murder trial, focusing on his wife’s steadfast devotion amid the proceedings.
A mix of social anecdotes and legal notes: a woman plans to occupy an adjoining room to aid a companion against disturbances from girls, a tale of three daughters and an overbearing father, notice of Carolina Gaz editor Jushin Lancaster’s death in New York, a dual duel case in Wimbleton where Webber and Young are convicted of murder, a death sentence with implied commutation, and a Massachusetts toast claiming spades always win in a game of cards.
A Victorian tone narrative recounts the death of Joseph Rodman and a Cromarty mermaid legend. It follows John Reid a shipmaster who wooed Helen Stuart, the Mermaid tale of three wishes and a stormy fate, concluding with Reid’s marriage and a lineage ending in Cromarty. The piece blends romanticismo and local lore with 19th century moral reflections.
A historical sketch recounts the origin of the Loco Foco movement in New York, detailing how dissatisfied members disrupted a Tammany Hall caucus. Candles and matches replaced gas to expose past manipulation, symbolizing a new political force rising to challenge Bourbons in the party theater.
A narrator notes a plain brick house within twenty miles where a young lady, dubbed the romantic young lady, emerges at age fifteen after reading Corinna. The piece recalls her childhood and her time living with her father in the neighboring village, marking a turning point in her sensibilities.
The piece discusses the collapse of the U S Bank, the political value of the Biddle-Bank argument, and hints at a National Bank being unnecessary if United States Bank notes gain nationwide par circulation. It covers southern bank resume payments, European credit, and the potential for notes redeemable nationwide, improving payments and transfers across states. Berrine ox Execrions. Philadelphia Grand Jury reports betting on elections as a crime.
The National Gazette reports Whigs gain a U.S. Senator and a governor’s contest under new rules. Contested Porter election possible. governor remains acting until settled. Congressional results show Whigs 14 to 17 Loyalties. Dick defeated. list of 20th Congress elects. Paxton, Prentiss status clarified amid resignations and re-election notes.
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