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Newspaper
Richmond Mail
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1854
Page
2
The Richmond Mail announces growing circulation in city and country, with a large semi weekly country edition attracting advertisers. The Friday morning issue highlights June 16, 1854, as part of its publication schedule under A Rose and W M Semple.
A historical critique notes the collapse of two party system into many factions across states. It highlights Abolitionist and Whig splits led by figures like Seward and Greeley, Nebraska and Free Soil divisions, Know Nothings, and various minor groups. The piece predicts a volatile upcoming election landscape and urges voters to act independently. It cites Virginia Lemmon slave case debates and argues for constitutional transit rights and the Fugitive Slave Law in context.
The Senate amended a House adjournment sine die resolution by replacing August 14 with a July to October recess. The idea is a August September recess, resuming October 17 until December, making the second session five months. A Charleston Kanawha Circuit Court case valued coal used for salt at one cent per bushel, bringing land value to about $868 per acre, highlighting the growing appreciation of coal lands.
A Postmaster General decision states weekly newspapers may only be mailed free to subscribers within the county of publication. Subscribers outside the county cannot receive the paper free of postage even if mailed from a county office of publication.
The New Orleans papers report a Havana proclamation dated May 30 denying emancipation of slaves in Cuba and warning owners against loss of property. It condemns abolitionism and urges suppression of the slave trade while urging local authorities to punish those spreading reports. The New Orleans Bee notes it as exaggerated and backs Mr. Clayton’s view that emancipation was not the government policy.
The receipt of The Virginia Springs by J J Moorman MD is noted as a handsome volume with practical content for invalids and pleasure seekers, including a route map and engravings of Virginia summer retreats. Also received is Miss Leslie's New Receipts for Cooking, praised for its appealing recipes and provoking a bachelor to improve domestic skills.
Judge Thompson holds Virginia law requires landowners to build fences five feet high. Those failing to meet height cannot recover damages for losses and injuries from stock breaking into fields through lower fences.
The President reportedly received over three hundred applications for offices under the Nebraska and Kansas territorial bill, with fourteen offices available. A general strike for higher wages is discussed, aiming to raise salaries for Custom House measurers, gungers, weighers, and inspectors, while post office clerks demand parity with inspectors if incumbents resign.
The Baltimore Patriot endorses a Richmond board of trade, arguing concentration of commercial effort will yield unified progress. It notes rivalry among interior-trade cities spurs lower freights and costs, cites Baltimore and Philadelphia as models, and welcomes organized representation to coordinate export and import promotion among Alexandria, Richmond, Petersburg and Norfolk.
Debates on Congress meeting date clarify constitutional wording and allowance for a different day. Richmond to Staunton cars run by 3 pm with Lexington stages departing an hour later. Spectator notes the Springs season ends travel in the town. future visits will be seen only at the Depot. The Spain finances crisis grows with debt interest unpaid and a proposed 18.6 million dollar raise at 12 percent. A Washington Union writer alleges in 1853 no boys served on New York port vessels. Congress may seek sea crew for government and merchant ships.
The Patriot describes a forthcoming hotel opening in Staunton to be named the American Ephottan Nortox and prints a bold editor’s note disclaiming intimidation by rival critics. The item also recalls an Asiatic chief’s joke on wine and notes a State temperance convention set for Lynchburg on August 17.
Franklin Thomas, formerly of Winchester and now a Berkeley resident, declares to the Martinsburg Gazette that he renounces all ties with the democratic party. He cites early education and political fervor, admitting regret but stating duty requires severing old associations from Democratic ranks.
A witty sketch treats marriage as a satirical U S state with jokes on affection and nightlife. A chemist claims coffee leaves rival berries, suggesting possible price effects on Brazil exports. Reports cover a Georgia slave’s return to his owner in Dahlonega and a mix of local editorials, anecdotes, and notices with period commentary.
Washington reports ready appointments for Nebraska and Kansas and a Senate recess from July 17 to October 16. The House will concur. Debate on the Civil and Diplomatic Appropriation Bill ends tomorrow. The Senate aims to pass appropriation bills and the Homestead Bill before the recess.
Conworp June 14 The Legislative Convention elected state officers. John L Harley a Democrat was chosen Secretary of State by a 15 vote majority. Walker Hairman a Democrat became State Treasurer, no choice for State Printer. Butterfield of the Concord Patriot led the field. Anti Nebraska resolutions were discussed yesterday but not acted upon.
Fire at Worcester Mass reported at ten tonight with a heavy storm hindering details and suspending telegrams. The message noted a most destructive blaze progressing as communication was disrupted.
The Asia departed New York for Liverpool at 1 PM taking 170 passengers and 768 600 dollars in specie aboard. Among the travelers is Mr Molyneux British Consul at Savannah.
New York dispatches dated June 14 note Pernambuco is quiet and the city largely free of sickness. A large sugar crop is anticipated for the coming season. Flour at 23 dollars. The ship Rosamond sailed for Baltimore on May 12.
A boiler exploded yesterday at Stephen Taylors factory on Brighton street. Six workers were badly scalded and two died this morning. The building was left considerably shattered.
A Vera Cruz arrival brings news from Mexico to June five. Gadsden reached Washington with the treaty. Rumor says Santa Anna rejected it with unspecified amendments. An English war steamer released five Captain Walker prisoners bound for Maccathon for trial. Mexico City suffered multiple destructive hurricanes. The Minister of Finance resigned. A despatch bearer from the Mexican Minister reached New Orleans.
Later from Texas notes that dates to the 4th are reserved with no further Indian outrages reported. Cholera rages in Austin county while crops flourish. Bonds totaling 50,000 dollars have been issued at Corpus Christi for channel and river improvements.
Cotton has advanced since Monday. Coffee sales of 200 bags at 94c for Rio and 14c for Java. Flour is firm with 7,500 barrels at 8 dollars for State and 8.75 for Ohio. Sales of 1,500 barrels Southern at 8.87 to 9.50. Wheat and corn steady with large volume. Rosin and sugar, molasses and whiskey quoted with regional prices.
Commercial record listing corrected wholesale prices in Richmond for Thursday June 15. Garrett and Anderson compile the figures, reflecting market rates, with emphasis on timely financial indicators and regional trade relevance.
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