Girdling the Globe by Electric Telegraph Vision
A London Mechanic s Magazine writer imagines a global electric telegraph girdling the earth. He cites submerged wire links from Dover to Calais and onward to Vienna Moscow Constantinople Ispahan Delhi Calcutta, extending to Europe and Asia. Crossing the English Channel, Ireland, and a vast ocean lie between old and new worlds, with time and distance annihilated by rapid telegraphy.
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London Mechanic's Magazine
Dover
Calais
Carter
Vienna
Moscow
Constantinople
Ispahan
Deli
Calcutta
Europe
Asia
Lord Paleverstan
Southampton
British Association
India
English
Ireland
Elopement Disturbs Neighborhood In Old City Tale
A Baltimore arrival with no funds found work, lived with an uncle and aunt before a sudden elopement. A trunk revealed a secret family departure, two children summoned, and the couple vanished after the husband left. A pursual yielded no trace, with authorities baffled by the alleged elopement. The note also discusses the Patent Office edifice under construction in Washington, describing its design, size, cost, materials, and rapid progress aided by hydraulic cement.
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Baltimore
St. Louis Intelligencer
Patent Office
Washington
Jengit
Thomas, Symington
Biltmore
Susquetepnah
Walls to tops of pilasters near census work
The walls will reach the pilaster tops and arches above will protect workers in the lower rooms. The entry to these rooms may be less agreeable for a time. Republic describes progress on a building with census-related preparations though the roof remains incomplete.
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Republic
New Bible Version Plan Adopted by American Bible Society
The anniversary meeting in New York at the Tabernacle pledged seven thousand dollars for the Bible revision project. Aiming for a faithful English version, scholars in Europe may be consulted and the work pursued with urgency. Professor George F ton urged translating the word of God into all languages in exact terms reflecting Hebrew and Greek meaning.
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American Bible Society
Old American and Foreign Bible Society
New York
Baptist ‘Tabernaicle
Europe
Proessor
George Fton
Madi On University
God
The Reform Convention Reminiscences and Reflections
A 19th century account recalls the Reform Convention of 1829 30 and compares it to the present body It notes 96 delegates then with only seven returning now and lists surviving members plus long departed officers The piece laments the passage of time and honors enduring service to the convention and its offices Rich Eny.
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John Y. Mason
Southampton
Wilton O. Goole
Mecklenburg
William Smith
Greenbrier
Fleming B. Miller
Beretrous
Lewis Summers
Kanawha
Arclbais Stuart
Patrick
James Sunder
Campbell
Thomas Ritchie
Ate
Eny
Mr Eliot condemned for opposing District of Columbia slavery vote
The New Beuford Mercury denounces Mr Eliot the late Boston appointee for voting on the 25th against abolition in the District of Columbia. It praises his courage but fears abolition would inflame the South and endanger the nation, urging Suffolk Whigs to withhold nomination for Congress.
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Eliot
Mass
New Beuford Mercury
Boston
Winthrop
District of Columbias
Mercury
Suffolk
The
Aston
Colombia
Washington
Wire Walking Spectacle on Pennsylvania Avenue
Herr Ryninger staged a noted wire walking display Saturday afternoon at the top of the St. Charles Hotel. He crossed Pennsylvania Avenue four to five hundred feet with dexterity while a daguerreotypist captured the moment. Crowd cheers followed the act as spectators witnessed the remarkable balance on no visible wire. Nine more Bermuda convicts reached Boston aboard the Sir Robert Sale but were intercepted by police before landing, amid protest from Bermuda authorities over the incident.
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Herr Ryninger
Ryninger
St. Charles Hotel
Pennsylvania Avenue
Ver Ryninger
tVat
Bermuda
Boston
Sir Robert Sale
Baltimore Agency Receives Subscriptions and Ads
Mr. William Thomson of 5 East corner Batmore and Calverists Baltimore is our authorized agent to receive subscriptions and advertisements and to receipt for call payments.
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William Thomson
E. Corner
Batmore and Calverists
Batimore, Md
Union and Secession in the Northern and Southern Factions
In the face of faction within the Union, the article argues for devotion to the Union and the Constitution. It asserts the United States has prospered under Republican institutions, rejects secession as harmful, defends compromise measures on slavery and California’s admission, and states unwavering support for a united, indivisible Union.
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Apelrnse
Mason's & Dixon's
Nancy
California
Mussulman
Elierin
Confederacy
Texas
Canal Jubilee at Cumberland Opens Great Work
The Canal Jubilee at Cumberland was a brilliant affair drawing a large crowd. Officials see the event as a historic era for Maryland improving canal trade and toll revenue to ease state debt from heavy taxation. A five-boat flotilla including the Black Diamonds is expected to pass today.
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Maryland
Debates on Slavery Exposed by Early Atlantic Views
A critical reflection on abolitionists and slave trade rhetoric cites congressional episodes from 1804 to 1821. It recounts Rhode Island and Charleston port data, James De Wolf’s role, and Senator Williams Smith reading a slave import transcript in Washington, challenging Southern and Northern positions.
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South Carolina
Africa
Missouri
Rhode Island
Legislatre
Jas. de Wolf
Congress
Wa. Smith
Alabama
Huntsville
Charleston
Senate
Tirwish
Baltimore
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Boston
Stonger Picrure
England
France
Chairleston
Bristol
Newport
Providence
James de Wolf
Smith
Rhode
de Wolf
de Wolf Not Having Taken His Seat Was Not Yer Senator; and Mr. Smith
de Walf
Berrien
N. S
Washington
Public Meeting in Charlestown to Assail Congress
Public meeting set for the first day of Sup Court at Fralzy or Charlestown to be addressed by Mason and Hunter and Parkers. Citizens seek clear account of the recent Congressional session with Senators opposing compromise measures and Parker voting for most bills except California admission. Over one hundred citizens called to attend.
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Charleetown
Fralzy
Mason and Hunter
Tiehand Parkers
Congress
California
Gallant Sacramento City official praised for wartime bravery
From annexes the fellow-callingman B. F. Washington Weg Recorder of Sacramento City is praised for gallant conduct during the fate rivs. The article corrects a Moloney rumor, notes Washington’s peacekeeping role, and recounts a dangerous late encounter with a Squatter, ending with Washington’s calm rifle display.
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Washington
B. F. Washington
Sacramento City
Jefferson Caloris
Moloney
President Polk
Robert Tyler
Monterey
Gen
Scot
Virginia
Hint
Election Returns Highlight Baltimore and Ohio Shifts
Baltimore elects J. IL. T. Jeremig mayor by 777 vote margin while Charles Gilpin wins Philadelphia as Whig mayor by 2 573. Democrats gain four or five Congress seats in the state and carry both state legislative branches. In Ohio Wood, Den, elected governor with Whig control of both legislative chambers ensuring a Whig senator forthcoming.
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J. IL. T. Jeremig
Eunsylvania
Philadelphia
Charles Gilpin
Ohio
Wood
Town Improvements and Growing Prosperity in Our Town
The article notes extensive building activity with many brick structures rising or foundations laid over the past year. It praises citizen prosperity and urges town authorities to enhance services and governance to keep pace with development.
Steam Tow-o at Virginia Passes its place last week
The steam tow boat line from Cumberland to Alexandria was positioned for towage of coal boats on the canal. Reports indicate the vessel will ply between Cumberland and Alexandria as part of the new transport trade in the region.
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Cumberland
Alexandria
University of Virginia opening boosts enrollment and housing
The University of Virginia session began on Tuesday with about three hundred students enrolled and dormitories filling fast. Last year’s total was 927, and this year enrollment may rise toward 490. The founder’s hopes for lasting good to Virginia are seen in educated sons destined to honor the institution.
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University of Virginia
Entiro
Universbaut
Virginia
Walla
Char
Jeffersontaun
Mason and Hunter Dinner Controversy at Warrenton Festival
The Piedmont Whig harshly criticizes Warrenton’s festival on the 2d inst calling it a moneyed event. Reported guest count ranges from 43 to 45 including a Whig, with Elwood Fisher and Senator Horner among attendees. The Whig notes Fisher’s opposition to the Fugitive Slave Bill and Horner’s approval of Poole's August meeting.
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Mason
Virginia
Union
Senator Horner
Poote
New York Theatres and a Daring Plan Unfolds
A letter of inquiry circulates about theatre and other accommodations as Rachel and Cerite plan to travel to New York without a manager. They would bring subordinates, aiming to captivate audiences with grand planets and theatrical showcase amid shifting music expectations.
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Rachel
Cerite
New York
Tome Journal
Maryland Show Extends Train Passes Three Extra Days
The Maryland State Agricultural Society's Cable Show starts March 23 and runs for three days. The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad president notes round trip tickets will be issued for five days, including the day before and after the exhibition to suit visitors. Free wear facilities for stock and implements are also offered. At the Virginia Military Institute, Maj Alexander P Sewart is appointed Professor of Natural Philosophy, replacing Maj Gillany who had led the department.
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Maryland State Agricultural Society
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Poresson
Virginia Military Institute
Iastwick
Alexander P. Sewart
University of Tennesse
Maj. Gillany
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