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Shepherdstown Register

Location

Shepherdstown, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Jul 23, 1850

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New Mexico and Virginia Representation Debate Explored

The article discusses tensions over Texas claims in New Mexico and a broader debate on representation in Virginia. It notes residents preparing to resist Texas military moves, while Col. Webb praises Major Cass for safeguarding St Peter's in Rome. Pendleton's address argues for the White Basis in representation and contemplates reforms to suffrage and judiciary elections.

New Mexico Texas Gov. Bell St. Louis Gur Rome Col. Webb Major Cass St. Peter’s Conclave St. Peter's

Cholera Reports Across Indiana and Nearby States

Cholera cases surface in Nashville with 21 intervents and 14 cholera. John B. Frentz dies in New Alipay Indiana after a few hours of illness. Clinton County Ohio reports one fatal case. Harrison County Indiana sees several cases with deaths. Lexington Kentucky notes a single death and strong arrivals at Drennan Springs. Cholera spreads to Gyermany county Ohio and Bethel with several deaths in Bethel area. Louisville reports many deaths though vict ims mainly from Drennan Springs. Drennan likely drew a large crowd when the outbreak began.

John B. Frentz New Alipay Indiana Clinton County Ohio Harrison County Lexington Ciermony County Linle Bethel Louisville Drennan

Treaty with Mexico promises oceanic link and swift transit

From the New Orleans Picayune dated the 10th, news from Mexico reports a treaty secured by our minister similar to the Nicaragua agreement. It enables a planned overland and sea route linking oceans, with a messenger courier to Washington aboard the Water Witch. Wool shipments resume to Cincona reaching 1384 bales, marking trade activity.

Mexico New Orleans Picayune Nicaragua

The Convention in Jefferson County 1890

The article discusses the upcoming election for delegates to a convention in Jefferson County. It urges voters to choose wisely, warns against demagogues, and emphasizes the importance of a progressive constitution reflecting the era. It notes Mr. Miller’s work and mentions August events at the Virginia Military Institute and local ceremonials.

Virginia Military Institute Sons of Temperance Annery Liston Brockepbrniach Deny C Tomes Waehindton Dopes Gortan Eden Aid Mp Fine Addyers Oliunn MeAmund Bing

Convention Election Ballot Names From Jefftrion and Nearby Counties

Fourth Thursday in August, twenty second day, lists candidates for district elections. Names include White Basis Mired Fienny Berry Castiiy Withiam Lucy Andrew Hunter Geo Beall Chas Faulkner Mle Carmid Tennis Murphy Edward Pendleton Thompson and others across Berkeley Clarky counties.

Jefftrion Berkeley Clarky Fienny Berry Das Castiiy Withiam Lucy WEC Ff Andrew Hunter Geo Beall Chas J. Faulkner Mle Carmid Tennis Murphy Edward Pendleton Hota Thompson Pedr

Candidates Listed On Basis Question For Convention

A list of candidates is prepared on the basis question for the convention. The material differences among them are noted, and only those who have stated their sentiments are named. More names will be added as candidates present themselves publicly, aiding voters in understanding positions.

Bern Renati Ethan Mer Weither Virginia Blue Ridge House of Delegates J Auditor Trans-Alleghany Blue Ringe James River Chesapeake and Glio Piedmont Piedmont and Valley Trans-Allegheny Ube South Congress Trans-Allesbany Corbeils Eaul Berkeley Sears Jefferson Edmund Pendleton Jay

Presidential Outlook During Fillmore Era Policy Debate

Speculation swirls over President Fillmore s stance on the Adjustment Bill and the Texas New Mexico dispute amid national crisis. The piece urges firm leadership and warns against dismemberment risks, urging selection of trustworthy allies and adherence to national duty over factional gain.

Old Joe Succney Banjo Star Delivers Noted Performances

Citizens enjoyed two evenings of banjo entertainment by Old Joe Succney, a famed performer with wide celebrity. The piece notes his European and Virginian connections and hints at his robust repertoire despite controversial term usage in a historical context.

Europe

Congressional Debate on Propositions and Provisions

In the House a vote occurred on a proposition regarding the High Ny Sail and Didegate project, with funds and legality of certain claims examined. The Senate passed a resolutio n approving substantial funds and a bill offering various measures, while reactions and support mixed among members and committees.

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Pendleton Seeks Plugging of Mixed Basis Claims

Berkeley resident Mr Exhimid Pendleton, linked to the Mixed Basis, urges readers to review a broad advertisement. The notice defends publishing addresses and names amid a push to expose alleged claims and ensure everyone is heard before broad dissemination.

Exhimid Pendleton Berkeley

Camp Meeting Near Mill Creek For M E Church

The Jefferson and Berkeley circuits of the M E Church plan a camp meeting on lands of Mr. Witats Hollway near Mill Creek starting next August. The Rev Richard T Brown, pastor of Episcopal congregations of Middleway and Leetown, has accepted a Charleston Kanawha county call and will begin his new field soon. Community wishes and best health are extended to all. The Spirit witnesses the ongoing restrictions and confinement effects discussed in local notes.

Avranitene Buts Atintay Atintay, August 8d, Has Been Fixh Upon By the Committee of Areanizements Charlestown Jfiryon Cpu M. E. Church Witats Hollway Mill Creek Sree Press Richard T. Brown Midleway Leetown Charleston Kanawha County Vic Pown Migerson

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