Land Grant Act for War Veterans Aims High Sailors and Survivors
A historical notice outlines a lands entitlement act for survivors and heirs of veterans from the War of 1812 and later conflicts. It details acreage based on service length, disability, captivity, and widow benefits, plus certificate or warrant issuance and patent procedures. The text also notes land-purchase restrictions, survivor claims, and payroll-like formalities. A brief local note mentions coal boats sailing from Cumberland to Alexandria and a cholea death in Cincinnati.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
House of Representatives
United States of America
Congress
United Sites
Gres Britain
United States
Mexico
Department of the Interior
General Land Office
Secretary of the Interior
Agitation of the Slavery Question Provokes Southern Settled Fear
The piece argues abolitionists seek to sow discord and dissolve the Union. It condemns emancipation in the United States as ruining both master and servant, warns of negro labor burdens, and cites Morrisburg as a constitutional violation by states aiding abolitionist aims. It appeals to patriotism and the memory of Revolutionary heroes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register
West India Islands
United States
Mexican Republic
Morrisburg
South
America
Bunker'’s Hill
Charlestown
Jerseys
Carolinas
Northern tyranny urged over South in 1850 letter
A 1850 Shepherdstown letter laments Northern encroachment on Southern constitutional rights. The writer condemns abolitionist lobbying and warns of further territorial concessions, likening Northern rule to ancient tyrants and fearing a Macedonian oppressor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Imnes
North
South
Athens
Sparta
Greece
Philip of
Macedon
Shepherdstown
Authorized Baltimore Agent Receives Subscriptions
Mr. William Thomson, at the southeast corner of Baltimore and Calvert streets in Baltimore Maryland, is named as the agency to receive subscriptions and advertisements and to receipt for all payments for the same.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Thomson
S. E. Corner of
Baltimore and
Calvert Sts
Baltimore, Md
Death of Dr Thomas Hammond Brings Deep Sorrow to Community
The death of Dr Thomas Hammond at about 50 years old shocks the area. An inquest in Baltimore noted sudden death after chest pain. Dr Wariner of Shepherdstown and Prof Chew attended. verdict was death from an unknown cause. Hammond left a daughter in Baltimore and family in Virginia.
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Hammond
Baltimore
Essender
Thomas Hammond
Wheatfield Inn
Howardstreet
Wariner
Shepherdstown
Alexandria
Prof. Chew
Paca
Saratoga and
Mulberry Sts
Law's reach aids Southern slaveholders in two cases
The new law has operated to remove enslaved people swiftly in New York and Harrisburg. Hamlet was taken to Baltimore by U S Marshal at the owner's expense after an oath of fear of rescue. Clarke fugitives belonging to Mr Taylor were identified and delivered to Virginia amid a Harrisburg riot after the law's provisions were applied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. York
Harrisburg
Balimore City
U.S. Marshall
U. States
Clarke
Taylor
Virgin
Cass and Foote Named Democratic Ticket in 1852
The Valley Democrat lists Lewis Cass of Michigan and HenryFoote of Mississippi as presidential and vice presidential candidates in 1852. The piece notes Cass has earned nominations in Michigan and parts of Pennsylvania and other states, signaling a strong team believed to secure regular nomination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Valley Democrat
Virginia and Secession Sparks Across the Nation
The Chastusians Mercury declares no secession and praises Virginia as true to its ancient renown. It cites Revolutionary roots, Virginia’s union loyalty, and resistance to any attack on the Union, while reporting on California rumors, Sacramento riots, Taylor funeralProcession, and mentions Jenny Lind concerts, Texas politics, and vigilante actions in Ebenezer.
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Virginia
Mercury
Henry
England
South
Cabeu
California
Sacramento
Bigelow
Gent
Taylor
Bounty Land Bill and Local Notices From Martinsburg
The issue notes the Bounty Land Bill passage and its beneficiaries while urging fairness to patriots who served. It mentions the Baltimore Agricultural Fair, rail travel discounts to boost attendance, and evaluates periodicals Godey’s Lady’s Book and The Evening Star engravings. It reports Wm. H. Robinson’s 60 dollar robbery conviction and cites Monticello era Fugitive Slave Bill discussions with Fox Faulkner and Mason. It recalls Springfield unrest over fugitive slaves and armed negroes resisting capture.
International Exchanges Describe French Gift to United States
The text details M. Vattemare curating a grand French government gift for the United States and several states. It highlights priceless French literature and science volumes, lavish engravings, and a descriptive catalogue of 1022 medals from 1494 to 1849, featuring portraits of 159 notable figures across 356 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Vattemae
France
Unit d
M. Vattemare
Republic
O. O. F. Procession and Banquet at Snickersville
The 1. O. O. F. of Snickersville Loudoun county held a Thursday procession attended by brethren from Loudoun Fauquier and Jefferson lodges. Col Dowell led eighty brothers with Leesburg Band, then speeches by Rev. William Evans followed by a bountiful repast at Capt. Moore’s hotel. Signorina Parodi rises in European renown and is slated to sing in New York this winter.
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Snickersville
Loudoun County
Loudoun
Fauquier and
Jefferson
Dowell
Messrs
Hampton and
Cline
Leesburg
William Evans
Capt. Moore
Snickersville Lodge
Signorina Parodi
Jenny Lind
Europe
New York
London
Episcopal Convention to Convene in Cincinnati This Week
The General Episcopal Convention will assemble in Cincinnati this week with Lay Delegates including Hon. Henry Chay and Hon. John Duer. Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church number about twenty five and will meet a day before the Convention to decide the Onderdonk Case. The issue may hinge on whether a bishop who resigns can name a successor or whether a man deemed unfit can nominate a bishop. In Kentucky Maysville Eagle notes tobacco crops but fears frost may ruin many plants before harvest, while some stands look fine. A comic remark about a minister’s sermon and smallpox text ends the snippet.
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General Episcopal Convention
Cincinnati
Henry Chay
John Duer
Protestant Episcopal Church
Onderdonk
Maysville
Mason County
Kentucky
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Cumberland
Alex. Gazette
Shepherdstown, Jefferson County
Thos. Hammond
Cass and
Foote
New Orleans
Sone Nee Ee
Texas
Alabama
Chagres
San Francisco
Sacramento City
Col. Wilson
Bell
Col. Lewis
Providence
A. 1
W. Dfs
Arkansas
Georgia
Florida
South Carolina
Ohio
Illinois
Wisconsin
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Columbus
Michigan
Massachusetts
Delaware
Verona
la Scala
Milan
Tanne Ann Fearnenine
Jackson Acus
Ebenezer
Avens
Sante
South Caroline
Stannixe Arrarr
Nobly Mountain
Hampshire County
Jacob Hutson
John Flood
Vurlinshbure Geezelte
Pittsborg
Soane
Arrisburg
Columbia
Jand
Maryland
Enoch ‘Louis Lowe
Frederick City
Lowe
Baltimore City
Washington
Baltimore Co
Atte
Prince George’s
Montgomery
Bounty
Rail Road Company
Grahlsim’s Magazine
Wm. H. Robinson
Harrison W. Miller
Martinsburg
Winchester Virginian
Mason
Charles J. Faulkner
Berkeley
Free States
Springfield
Mass
Zier
Guzelte
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