A Brick for Bronson Admiral Saunders Wordplay
In 1853 Richmond paper humorously labels Collector Bronson a brick using a long political metaphor. It argues his hard, regular, unchanged stance stays intact under fire and is not easily moved, noting Baltimore as the origin of the bricks and praising his consistency.
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General Richardson-Dedication of Credit to a Leading Official
The article praises General W. H. Richardson for leading the first Virginna Agricultural Society exhibition, asserting his untiring efforts, skillful management, and forethought as central to its success. It urges the Society to honor him with a token of appreciation, reflecting gratitude from farmers and the state.
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Davison showcases Spanish Merino wool at Fauquier Fair
Theodore N Davison of Fauquier County Virginia presented specimens of wool from Spanish Merino sheep exhibited at the Fair grounds. He has long worked on sheep raising and earned eight dollars from a flock of 106, and last spring heared eight and a half pounds from a sheep named old Jacob. Davison is available at the grounds to provide information.
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Richmond Donates 5000 for State Agricultural Society Fund
The city of Richmond pledged five thousand dollars on Wednesday night to create a permanent fund for the State Agricultural Society. The meeting drew broad county support with lively, spontaneous generosity and strong regional pride in backing the Old Dominion's agricultural future. Mr. Gilmer of Albemarle quipped that the Society should share the state debt with new funds.
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Return of Doctor Graham and a Royal Visit at the College
Dr. Graham president of the Board of Public Works returns from the North noting Virginia road construction lags behind as tracks lack solidity yet trains could run safely at 30 to 40 miles. Madame Sontag and Count Rossi visit the College with performers, pleasing the boys. Madame S sang brilliantly with Eckert and Jaell, while Paul Julien delighted with Savoyard air. The visitors shared refreshments with President Allen and left, hearts warmed by their aid to the orphans. Phila Budletin.
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Stolen $37,000 from Bank of the State of New York
The Bank of the State of New York in Merchants' Exchange basement was robbed Monday afternoon of $37,000 in bank bills. A bag of $377,000 had been deposited moments earlier, and an audacious thief entered from one side and escaped unseen. The incident suggests a trusted insider aided the act, aided by dim lighting. The report attributes the crime to a well-known fraud pattern in the Perry county election context, noting extraordinary vote totals and suspected illegal ballots.
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Sontag Sings Before 5000 in Philadelphia
Madame Sontag performed before 5000 Philadelphia Public School girls at the National Theatre. The event drew bouquets for the soprano, and a Bible was presented by School Directors.
Virginia Wool and Furnace Innovation Highlight Meeting
A large Agricultural Society meeting at Metropolitan Hall raised about 40000 in life memberships and county subscriptions. P A Browne of Philadelphia lectured on Virginia wool growing proving Virginia can rival other states, and England may rely on US wool. Dr James Bolton's Virginia State Fair furnace design drew attention for high heat and energy efficiency. An odd exhibit featured Corbin on a straw velocipede. Browne to lecture at Bosher's Hall on Sheep Husbandry at 7 PM with illustrations.
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