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Newspaper
Richmond Mail
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1854
Page
2
The Richmond Mail reports growing circulation with substantial daily city and country reach and a large semi weekly country edition. Advertisers benefit from this broader distribution as of Thursday morning.
The article reports Santa Anna's demand that the ten million Gadsden payment be made in a lump sum rather than installments. It suggests Mr. Guthrie’s cash hoard favors the change and mocks delaying tactics. It notes potential political shifts among Southern Whigs, Democrats, and Know Nothings, urging independent action against abolitionism and criticizing the current administration and Homestead bill.
The text discusses tensions between Baltimore and Virginia platform lines and the 98 resolutions. It notes resistance to abortion as a common enemy, with calls for a broad Union platform apart from the administration. It questions Whig unity in the South and whether any terms could unite factions.
A New York Times critique misreads our argument on the Fugitive Slave law and constitutional recognition of slavery. We argue that transit rights flow from property rights and local laws cannot revoke constitutional liberties, asserting that the constitution protects freedom while acknowledging slavery under its sanction.
Virginia wheat harvest begins with expectations of a large yield despite joint worm losses. A Hussey reaper, drawn by four mules, cut wheat near the city on Mr. William C. Allen’s farm, producing about 40 bushels per acre and showcasing the machine as a highly effective labor saver.
Barnum’s Sunday Concerts at the Crystal Palace drew sharp anti socialist sentiment in New York with the Times noting the President will not repeat the experiment. The piece argues against Sunday Evening Concerts as contrary to local sacred observance. Also reports Central America news from brig Birchard & Torrey and economic notes on Honduras railways and Nicaragua. A cargo of 2,200 bushels of new wheat from Bay Shore near Elizabeth City heads to Baltimore sourced from Mr. Johnson, a major North Carolina farmer.
The prose contrasts New York City policing with old concerns, lauding calm officers aiding pedestrians while detailing debates over reciprocity treaties, railroad charters, and Indian treaties. Reports note beef prices easing with rail movement and Congress schedule shifts, including November session start.
Dr John 8 Trask reports six months of survey across the Sierra Nevada coast ranges. findings indicate inexhaustible gold deposits in placer zones near the summit and along a coast district eighty miles long. quartz veins show continuous riches, and most state mines remain prosperous with high potential profits for capital investment.
From England, June 2 1854, reports Britain plans a vigorous war against Russia, with many ships and convoys bound for the Mediterranean. American commerce may profit in breadstuffs and shipping as cotton markets wobble. wartime demand could lift eastern and western trade while the money market cools. Observers urge the US to stay neutral with Spain, noting no panic yet among merchants and hints of decisive Baltic naval action. A few local notes follow on a giant Charleston fish, choloroform deaths, Union Course racing, and quirky historical anecdotes.
In Congress Tuesday the Navy reorganization bill was debated and postponed, and the Insane Lands bill faced discussion. The Minnesota lands for railroad aid and a books distribution joint resolution passed the House. A confrontation between Mr. Churchwell and Mr. Cullom erupted when a report was challenged, prompting a near-fight before order was restored.
A major fire at Hill's Cotton and Woollen Mill on Jefferson and Mifflin streets entirely destroyed the building this afternoon. About 130 operatives were inside when flames began, and many workers were rescued by firemen and some lowered from windows. Reported casualties include several injuries and at least three deaths. Loss estimated at $60,000 with all goods in stock for Messrs River and Houghton, Roe and Phillips, and a Mr Holt destroyed. Thos Hill, brother to the former owner, was missing after spending the night in the mill. A man named Markle leapt from the eighth floor, breaking both legs. A woman also jumped from the fourth floor, severely injuring herself.
The Whig State Convention assembled with full attendance. Judge Ira Perry presided and condemned repeal of the Missouri Compromise. John Bell of Exeter received 316 votes out of 829 to secure the gubernatorial nomination.
The Massachusetts State Temperance Convention met in Lowell with about 1,500 attendees. Mayor 8S. O. Mack presided briefly as committees were named for officers and resolutions, then adjourned until tomorrow.
Mayor Conrad held the first hearing on tavern keepers charged with violating the Sunday law. Defendants including Guy, Barr, Mooney, Neal and others were held to $1,000 each for trial on the disorderly tippling house charges after witness examination. Nearby reports note a fatal railroad accident in Derby and storm damage in Kingston and Holden.
In consequence of the advance in price of the various necessaries of life, the subscriber is constrained to raise professional rates. A day visit will cost one to two dollars depending on patient circumstances. G. G. Minor, M. D., Main street, between 3rd and 4th. June 22-21. Card cases advertised by Myers & Janke and Brown & Shook at 7514 Main street.
A cluttered 19th century classified portion promotes stock in a marine goods scheme with items such as dodo cups and gold chains, promising deeded trust ownership for DC residents and Daguerreotype rewards. Separate listings offer AXTER'S COLORED PRINTS and MORRIS lithographs in oil colors, with prices from cents to dollars and a wide selection of masters and landscapes.
Disjointed OCR fragment details multiple local actions including charges, dismissals, arrests, and testimonies. Mentions a mayoral figure, court dates, and vendors or dealers connected to a cited incident. Information is unclear and partially garbled.
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