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Newspaper
Steubenville Weekly Herald
Location
Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1850
Page
4
Reports from multiple regions indicate abundant crops may push prices lower unless foreign demand rises. Europe notes growing harvests, reducing demand for U S wheat. In Ohio and the central west, crop yields exceed last year, with little old wheat left in storage and new supplies unlikely to stabilize breadstuffs at current levels.
The Cincinnati Gazette reports the wheat crop across the West will be the largest yet. States note average to above average yields in many districts, with widespread quality described as round and heavy. Minor rust appears late in straw. no widespread sickness reported.
Editor T C Peres of Wool Grower announces a wool growers meeting to be held at the Burnet House in Cincinnati on September 11 at 9 PM. He plans to attend as chairman of a sheep committee and to spend two or three weeks in the state around that time to make up for lost time.
An unusual influx of flour made from old wheat reached the city last week. On Saturday evening, sales ranged from 4.00 to 4.25 dollars, reflecting anticipated price declines.
Mr Willet of Ledyard New York reports a heavy fleece from two merino bucks totaling twenty nine pounds for three year old sheep that were brought from Vermont a couple years ago.
The Board of Health resolutions order pigs and hogs released with pens cleaned. A council meeting in Frog Pond urges limited group sizes on sidewalks and streets, spacing rules, and tail kink removal for violators. Cows may use sidewalks freely.
A Philadelphia reflection recalls an epigram about Grace Greenwood and a Hungarian heroine Miss Jagello then shifts to a Capitol scene. The piece lists presidents by age and tenure, mentions a breakfast beer tip, and reports a thunderclap and rainbow over the President’s tomb as a late 18th century whimsy.
A Sunday morning blaze on East Falls Avenue in Baltimore wiped out the lumber yards of J. J. Griffith and J. Harker, with losses exceeding 20 000 dollars, partly insured. One 16-year-old, John Foughty, perished working on the fire, after falling from a roof. Two youths drowned nearby in Harris Creek and Fell's Point, with other fires and incidents reported in the area.
Telegraph reports from Galveston dated July 10 describe a large meeting on San Jacinto battle grounds to back Texas Governor and assert Texas authority over New Mexico. Austin notes the Legislature will convene in August to quicken troop movement, with plans to organize Santa Fe volunteers and prep for summer marches amid Indian activity near Brownsville, where threats ease but numbers remain high.
The Intelligence and Republic report fresh Cuba news promising immediate resolution of the Lopez Expedition difficulties. A Washington telegraph says Captain McKeever of the Congress sent Havana word that Captain General will release the Conroy prisoners in a few days after Mr Clayton’s June 1 instructions, without Commodore Morris’ demand. The prisoners are expected to return aboard the Germantown.
On the eighteenth a singular phenomenon occurred on Lake Superior’s southern shore near Two Heart River. Land rose from the water forming a round island about 150 feet in circumference, rising six feet, with a wide sand beach. Waves swept the site into a black clay, a boat had crossed minutes before. An adjacent circular ground fifty rods wide sank twenty feet, while Indian encampments fled in fear, attributing the event to the Great Spirit. No seismic noise accompanied the upheaval.
A historical notice explains early 19th century resuscitation steps after water immersion. It details chest presses, bellows, tongue intake, neck pressure, and repeated breathing until natural respiration returns, plus warming the body and urgent medical help. The guidance cites Dr. Mott and urges study of the method.
Dr. H M Loomis faces indictment for publishing a Courier article reflecting on the Medical College faculty and for procuring a woman to deliver a child before students to demonstrate obstetrics. The Buffalo Christian Advocate editor J E Robile is indicted for publishing a similar piece. his trial has not started.
A gilt spread eagle aboard the steamer Mt Vernon between Acquia Creek and Washington on July 4 lost its wings near Mount Vernon. Officers and crew investigated but offered no explanation. The Boston Transcript notes General Taylor's death with a Ecclesiastes motto about power over spirit.
In Washington on July 16 the Senate resumed the Omnibus Bill. Mr Rusk defended the Texas border claim against Mr Benton. Mr Clay mapped New Mexico’s true line from El Paso to Red River and then to the 42d parallel. Benton pressed the Chihuahua boundary issue and rebuked language used yesterday. Webster planned a Taylor monument in the Congressional burial ground as the Senate adjourned after postponing further action to tomorrow.
The City Register lists 212 deaths in the past week with 76 due to Cholera. Among the deceased 112 were children under five, showing a marked weekly decrease in mortality compared with the previous period.
Cincinnati reports a severe cholera outbreak with 26 deaths in the last 24 hours and 42 additional deaths from other diseases. Public health officials warn residents and urge sanitation measures as cases increase.
In Washington on July 17 the Senate passed a bill directing a monument in the Congressional burying ground to President Zachary Taylor. After morning business the Omnibus Bill was taken up. Mr Webster planned remarks but the Senate adjourned due to the President's illness and death.
From New Orleans and Mexico City reports to June 25 describe cholera raging with about 200 deaths daily and 2,700 in June, Zacatecas matching that toll. Quorum failures in Congress, Vera Cruz rumors of 1000 daily deaths, and a grand return celebration mark Mexico City. Santa Anna’s ineligibility in the presidential race sparks debate.
The Intelligencer reports information from Cuba promising a rapid resolution between Cuban authorities and the U S government over the Lopez expedition. The note suggests soon easing tensions and ending the dispute.
The passage notes that no definite facts are known about the Cabinet as members will resign. Washington is filled with strangers competing to influence office and a Compromise Bill with amendments is seen as improving prospects. Mr. Clay has many letters from South Carolina urging action to save the Union amid notable sickness in Washington.
The talk centers on Benton’s expose of bribery to Texas as he unsettles compromisers. There is strong interest in hearing Mr. Rusk’s defense amid rising cholera concerns at home and debate over abruptly ending the Congressional session.
Philadelphia reports from Galveston dated July 10 note a large gathering to discuss the rebellion’s fate on the San Jacinto battlefield. Ashbel Smith identifies as president, Austin letter says Legislature will convene in August to favor summer troop movements, and steps are underway to organize a Santa Fe company.
PutLApELPMIA July 17 The Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows for Pennsylvania assembled yesterday to ballot for officers with 731 voting. Elected were W G M George Morris W D G M W H Wittee W G S Wm Curtis W G T F Knox Morton. No choice for Grand Warden or Grand Representative.
Cincinnati July 13 Mrs Kent the Actress died last night of cholera.
In Cincinnati on July 17, 32 deaths occurred from cholera and 29 from other diseases within the last 24 hours. The river remains stationary with three feet of water at Bouwisville.
State of Ohio court notices a sale of farm property in Jefferson county by order of the Court of Common Pleas. The property near Steubenville includes parts of several townships totaling 172 acres and 0.83 acre, with an exclusive parcel to John Dunbar of 106 acres 3 perches. The sale is set for August 20, 1850, at the courthouse door, between sunrise and 2 PM, to satisfy the lien of James Teaif, with master commissioner F. McGrew directing.
Auditions notice for sale of school lands in Wells township Jefferson County Ohio. Several parcels of lots 1 2 3 4 of section 7 situated at Steubenville to be sold July 25 between 9 am and 4 pm at the courthouse door. Parcels priced per acre with defined totals and terms require one twelfth cash and balance in twelve yearly installments with interest. Charles Kirby county auditor oversees sale.
In pursuance of a Jefferson County Court order George E. Salner administrator and Nancy Carr administratrix announce sale by public vendue of land in New Market Township Ohio. The property includes east half of southwest quarter and southeast quarter of section eleven township seven range two totaling 79.43 acres with a mill, appraised at four thousand dollars, subject to Nancy Carr dower and a yearly annuity of ninety dollars. sale on credit up to two years with interest.
Undersigned offers the Fairs situated about one mile and a half from Richmond Walts county the late Key T. Hiuat estate. Barn, sixty two and a half acres most cleared with four good houses out-buildings and fruit orchard. Farm productive with necessary improvements. If not sold privately before September 10 it will be sold at public sale on that day. For details inquire Island Creek township or LT. EF. WeGrew Esq Steubenville THOMAS HUNT administrator of Rev. PfHans estate.
In Jefferson County Ohio a petition for divorce is filed on grounds of abandonment cruelty and neglect seeking dissolution of marriage for Minerva A Price Freeman and notice of partition action in the estate of Peter Lawrence with heirs at law named. The May term is noted and Stokely Sutherland represent Minerva A Freeman while another petition by Alexander Lawrence seeks partition of Peters lands described as sections in Steubenville district with notices to all heirs and interested parties.
The property known as the Holmes farm lies within five miles of Stubenville on the road to Smithfield, near the Steubenville and Indiana Railroad, one mile from Millville and a mile from church. It contains acres and is now offered for sale at public auction or private sale on the first day of September next. Title is good and terms modern. For details inquire of the subscriber on the premises. June 24. Joseph Vo Stevenson
Sheriff sale in Jefferson County Ohio exposes multiple parcels in Smithfield and Keu ville areas. Listings include tracts of land amounting to about ninety one acres and additional parcels with structures and a wood shop, with appraisals around 924 dollars and 1530 dollars, all to be sold on specified August dates by public auction under court order.
J and H Phillips promote a Pittsburgh wholesale and retail line of patent metallic rubber fabrics and waterproof goods. They list items from air beds to life jackets, horse covers, oilcloths, table covers, and garments made with gutta percha, claiming prompt execution of orders from No.3 Wood Street.
James Mellor announces appointment by Jo Cuckeong of Boston as sole Pennsylvania agent for Chickering and Sons grand square pianos. The notice lists numerous Pittsburgh area names and firms as connections, invites public selection, claims matching Boston factory prices, and promotes Mellor as the exclusive agent in the city for piano sales.
BREYFOGLE and CLARKE announce a co partnership to operate a forwarding and commission business in Pittsburgh with Willsbury, PA, and list numerous agents in New Lisbon, Glasgow, and across Ohio and Kentucky. They stock white lead, window glass, and related wares and pledge prompt returns and attentive service. They advertise extensive catalogues and publisher’s terms with multiple periodicals and books for sale through Western agents.
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