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Newspaper

Steubenville Weekly Herald

Location

Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1850

Page

4

Public notice of tax receivers and election records

A long ledger of public notices records 1848 tax work, jury terms, enumerations, treasurer settlements, and various court actions in Jefferson County. It lists jurors, witnesses, assessors, and clerks for November December 1849 and January 1550, with detailed itemized payments, road work, and court-related duties across multiple townships. Names include JH Cope, C8 county Kgichens, Thos Means, Allison, Means, J J McCorkhill, and many others, with duties ranging from polling to returning enumerations and publishing forfeited lists. It includes a sale notice for land in Smithfield township, listing several tracts and appraisals, to be sold August 13, 1250.

Thos Moen JH Cope Kgichens Keane Burchard Sutcliffe O'Neal Baleal Supreme Court W m McDonald Ben McFarland Island Creek J H Forrester Wayne Township Dunlavy Ewayne Township J Carroll Steubenville Joshua Vumaderning Court House John Scott Springfield Township Jas Elliott Mt Pleasant John Howson Smithfield McGrew Saline Township Cox Wells Township John ‘Taylor Ross Township Cameron Salem Township Downey Knox Township Thos Ewing Wokill Grand Jury Jas Dumon N Hodgson R Carr Vanasdell R Adams EM Thompson S Larkins Gray Larkins J Lashley S Jewett J Rodgers Ride Orem McCaully J Smith Beaney R Owen RS Moody John Rickey JG Affen Kirlin John B Doyle B Hawkins F Browning Mansfield Chambers Wm J Robertson Jewet Parks Wm Roberts Cross Creek Wim J Roberts Salem Thos Arthurs John Haxton Wm Sharron J Buchanan S Wilcoxen Alex Frew McCutchen John Hobson Smithfield Township John Rogers Moore Yellow Creek Bridge Rogers McCombs Gordon White R Walker I. Harris J Satelif Glass Satelif John Wallace J Sateliff Sateliff J Sutelit Alton J Suteliff Wim Anderson J Suteli Galleg W of Hubill G Doyle J Sutelift T Johnston Sinclair J Su Claney Coyle Cable Deviney John Neal L James Sutcliff R Owens Suteliff Winters Clancey J Coyle J Rogers J Orrick Owens Martin Jas Riddle J C Orrick SS Haynes T Hunter Jas Filton Jas Medill John Lowney S Davidson Kelly T Armstrong J Sutcliff Rex Brister JC Orrick Collins Nash W Hill M Moore Jas M Thomas Jas Shaw Grafton Beatty M Hopkins Jas Walker Gran Joseph Shane Coma AP Wheeler Lefeber Jas O John Hogg A Phillips C C Beatty John Machin R Morrow Jas Eakey JC Smitha R Brady D James Ste Sutcliff J Edmondston Jas Shane George Palmer Ben McFarlane Patterson & McGowan Bill George Culpa Wills Creek John Lennon Stateclif J Kirkpatrick Suatcliff G Thompson J Myers S Sutclif Jas Long Sto Sutcliff Wm Kirkpatrick Statecliff St Sutcliff Sts Sutcliff P Everet McG Doyle St J Beatty McFarlane J Gallagher SW Hill E Harris Ohio Cliff W M Moore J Suateini John O'Neal Dubois McCoy A Kirby Thos KR Allison Delia J Allen Z Vanatta J S Scott Jas Williams Sutclif Eliff Mary Sutcliff Ross Walker Moor J Beatty Sint Teaff LA Walkera Mc Donald Ber McKinney Samuel Wilson Sutelif O'Nealon Leslie Isaac Winters John Bear Wells Las O'Neal Hervey Viers John Wilson Mason Wilson Morrow Middlesworth Warren Township Feely Murray Trumbull Samuel Clark Calder H Connell Allison McConnell & Kells Jail House Wim R Allison Valance Henry Gill Robert Leslie Alex Francis Wells Auditor's Office Dohrman Smithfield Tail Taylor Dilon I McGrew Jas O'Neal Hunter Wim M Moore John Hoge State of Linton Rush Pyle Richmond John Lurnel Amsterdam Kirby Julas Malernee Bloomfield Patterson Grimes John O’ Neal Fon Dubois Warren Joseph McCoy George Harvey Broyle McCormack Cox Township Stewart Bowles John Barrett Cowle John Obert Scott Gn Campbell Frazer David Allen Belmont Jewett Island Creek Township John Kiddie Stephenson Maxwell Cross Creek Township John Leetch Kimbe Coco Ghn Beokan HL Patterson Kim Gane O Ennai Grand Jary McG Doyle Jeitaste Wm B School Examiner Otice Henry Mender Hennes Yosta Mitchell Sstutions J N Hodgens Jas Duncan Joseph ‘Ferry Akins Witess Thos Chamulin Juliet Wilson Henes Chapman T Mitchell Rebt Leslie Peter Babb Y McCleary David Johnston Matthews M Blackburn CS Barnes Ovellis Township Earl Wiicxoen Jas Lark Hoxworth John McClave Alex Smith R Henderson Jas Morgan Orrick JH Miler Auta E Cable Jas McKinney Kigore AP Cuppy Ays J Dubois Coy State Beekman John F Leslie Cook John ‘i’ Leslie John Cook S D Hunter Hogue RC Peters M Roberts Robertson Court of Common Pleas County of Jefferson Jeffsco County W. O West Jefson Aston Wu Kirk James Wheeler Wm. Kirk Jno JeParsey Charles Noble Richard Logans J. D Charlotte McCance Mattson McCance Common Pleas Court County Jas. M. Thomas Sheriff's Office Stenbernville

Cabinet Names For Mr. Fillmore Aid

The telegraph lists Webster Corwin Graham Bates Hall Crittenden Pearce as the Cabinet nominees for Mr. Fillmore. They are described as wise, non sectional choices with strong standing and ability. Webster is viewed as a leading figure likely to shape Territorial policy and align with Taylor's plan.

The Late Administration and Taylor Diplomacy

The piece lauds General Taylor's administration as highly successful despite opposition. It highlights treaties with Great Britain and several nations, notes a Sandwich Islands treaty including postal and extradition provisions, and mentions Tehuantepec and Central American agreements. It also covers state tax rates and expenditures tied to 1850, including a constitutional convention and a new State House.

Taylor Locofoco Sandwich Islands Grenada Peru Mexico Jarvis Senate Honolulu U. States United States Tehuantepec Nicaragua San Salvadore Guatemala

Whig Chronicle Returns Support for Fillmore

The Western Reserve Chronicle, once a Whig paper and opposed to General Taylor, resumes support for the Whigs and the current administration. The Fillmore promotion aligns with the party’s prevailing view, and readers express cautious approval.

Revernine Fotp Western Reserve Chronicle Taylor Fillmore

Unredeemed Pledges Sale Postponed to Next Week

A debate over the timing of selling unredeemed pledges continues across papers. The Cincinnati Gazette is urged to specify the sale day while other editors comment on notes, bank failures, and corporate apologies amid the dispute.

Cin. Gaz Cincinnati Gazette Whig Party Statesman Gazette Ohio Sam Medary Steah. Herald O. Statesman. A

Wheeling Bridge Proceedings Likely to Prove Farce

The Wheeling Bridge case is described as turning into a farce rather than proving a nuisance, with late indications suggesting the tall steamboat chimneys will have to come down.

Wheeling Bridge

Licking County LoCO Refuses Endorsement of Banking Stance

The Locofoco paper in Licking County declines to publish or back the hard money resolution from the Loco State Convention. The local party supports banking and is not opposed to it, signaling regional alignment with banking interests.

Locofoco Licking County Loco

Death of Mr Rippey Aboard Peru Cholera on Steamer

John Rippey a clerk aboard the steamer Peru died of cholera near Gallipolis on Monday morning last. He was a son of John Rippey Esq of Pittsburgh.

John Rippey Peru Galliopolis Pittsburgh

Swart Notes Credit Rates Rise on Small Notes

Swart Notes reports brokers now charge 3 percent on small notes, anticipating a total rejection next month under the late act. The Union urges readers with small Pennsylvania Bank notes to send them home promptly, as discount rates will soon increase.

Swart Notes Assembly L ‘Ttsburgh Post Pennsylvania Union

Senate report delays reach Washington at midnight

Mr. Clay states the fate of the measure rests with five or six uncertain senators. He fears possible defeat would mean a triumph for Abolitionism and Free Soilism, and ends with a call for peace harmony and the Union.

Washington Senate

Arrival of the Asta at Halifax after voyage from Liverpool

The steamship Asia under Captain Judkins arrived at Halifax at 9 o'clock Monday morning, completing the voyage in under nine days from Liverpool, with three days later news than previously received due to interruptions in the main line.

Asia Judkins Halifax Liverpool

Ship Elizabeth wrecked off island in gale. five passengers lost

New York reports the ship Elizabeth ran ashore during Friday night gale and is a total wreck. Of 23 aboard, five passengers were lost along with three crew members. Among the deceased is Sarah Margaret Fuller, Marchioness Ossoli, noted literary figure born in Boston and wife of the Marquis Ossoli. Also dead is Henry Somers of Boston.

New York Elizabeth Sarah Margaret Fuller Marchioness of Ossoli Boston Rome Marquis Ossoli Henry Somers

Obsequies of the Late President Mark Day of Mourning

A day set apart for the late President’s obsequies suspended business. Public buildings and many private ones fly mourning flags at half mast. A large, imposing procession moves through town as the weather remains beautiful.

New York

Vixen Returns From Havanna With All Prisoners Free

Norfolk report notes the US Steamer Vixen arrived yesterday from Havanna. All American prisoners have been released, according to the dispatch from the port.

Norfolk Vixen Havanna

Cholera Fatalities Rise in St Louis and Cincinnati

In St Louis for the week ending the 22nd there were 435 deaths, 210 from cholera. For the 24 hours ending Monday there were 32 cholera deaths. In Cincinnati on July 24 there were 24 cholera deaths and 25 from other diseases. Weather pleasant and the river slowly receding.

St. Louis Cincinnati

Arrival of the British steamer Asia in Boston note

Three Days Later from Europe reports the Asia, sailing from Liverpool on the 11th via Halifax, arriving in Boston at 9 15 p m. Denmark and Prussia fears rise of war with vessels stationed near the island to aid Denmark if needed. Russia reports two major battles against Circassians with heavy casualties. Portugal provides no new details on recent difficulties.

Boston Asia Liverpool Halifax Denmark Prussia Russia Portugal

Pearce Declines Interior Secretary Post in Washington

In Washington on July 24 the Hon. J. A. Pearce declined the position of Secretary of the Interior, ending speculation about his cabinet role and leaving the post open for other candidates.

Washington J. A. Pearce

Congress considers land grant bill for homestead farms

Washington hearing on a committee backed bill to gift 160 acres to every citizen head of a family who cultivates the soil. Johnson lauds it as vital, Brown of Mississippi urges universal home ownership, while others argue the measure would aid the working man at home amid broader national prosperity.

Congressional Washington Norse Young Committee On Agriculture United States Johnson Congress Europe Brown

Ohio arrives with California mail and gold from New Orleans

From Havanna New York July 24 the U S Mail Steamer Ohio arrived last evening from New Orleans via Havana bringing the California mail many passengers and about 15000 in gold She left New Orleans on the 15th and arrived at Havana on the 17th after a 47 hour passage The Vixen sailed from Pensacola on the 16th carrying 42 Contoy prisoners The Georgiana's captain is said to be perfectly crazy Flags were at half mast on news of President Taylor's death at Havana Weather in Havana intensely hot business dull but health good.

Havanna New York Ohio New Orleans California U. S Vixen Pensacola Contoy Taylor Georgia Havana Congress Chagres

Washington city notes on cabinet changes and pardons

Six secretary Ewing returns to law practice. Sen Scott named acting Secretary of War and Commodore Warrington acting Secretary of the Navy. Lieut Shubrick’s Navy Yard post revoked. Conroy prisoners reduced to seven illegal detentions with five witnesses. Union reports a threats letter to New Mexico government urging war and Santa Fe recognition. Volunteers for Santa Fe rushing toward Texas.

Washington City Washington Ewing Intelligencer Sen Scott Commodore Warrington Navy Lieut Shubrick Navy Yard Philadelphia Morris Conroy Union of New Mexico Santa Fe Texas

Cholera in Louisville Reported Numbers

Cholera in Louisville rose sharply with 45 new cases reported yesterday and an additional five cases of other diseases. Public health officials monitor the outbreak as city clinics report rising patient visits.

Interments Of 24th To 6 P M Cholera Count

A record notes interments of the 24th up to 6 PM with eleven cholera cases among them. The terse entry lists burial figures and mentions the cholera tally within the day’s losses.

Sim

Cholera Report From Louisville City Areas

In Louisville on July 26 doctors report the upper and middle city not very healthy while the lower part sees extending cholera. An interment report is due at 9 o'clock and the river level is falling.

Louisville

Train of 160 carts from Selkirk reaches Mendota with furs

The steamer Anthony Wayne brings news from St Peters that a caravan of 160 carts drawn by oxen and dogs from Selkirk settlement arrived at Mendota, carrying goods and furs. Sinclair's California train via the extreme Northern route is reported to have reached Selkirk in good spirits after a smooth voyage.

St. Louis Anthony Wayne St. Peters Selkirk Settlement Mendota St. Peters River Sinclair

Texas Boundary Rights Debate Fizzles in Congress

Washington July 26 House action on the Omnibus bill resumed with Mr Wagner moving to excuse Mr King from foreign affairs. The debate centered on Mr Rusk's resolutions to grant Texas rights east of the Rio Grande as held since Guadalupe Hidalgo. Mr Dayton opposed the amendment. after a long debate the amendment was rejected by 12 yeas to 25 nays.

Washington Wagner King Committee On Foreign Affairs Rusk Texas Rio Grande Guadalupe Halgo Dayton U.S

Webster seeks forgiveness for injury to Littlefield at jail interview

In Boston on July 25, Prof. Webster and Littlefield met in the jail at the professor’s request. Webster confessed he could not rest until admitting a great injury to Littlefield and asked for forgiveness. He said Littlefield’s testimony told the truth, but he claimed no knowledge of the sledge hammer.

Boston Littlefield Prof. Webster

Thomas Ewing to Fill Ohio Senate Vacancy

The Hon. Thomas Ewing has received telegraphic information of his appointment to the Senate from the Governor of Ohio to fill the vacancy caused by Thomas Corwin’s resignation. He expected his commission tonight. This will be a vote gained for the compromise.

Washington Thomas Ewing Senate Ohio Thomas Corwin

Hannibal Hamlin Elected U S Senator by Legislature

Portland Maine July 26 Hannibal Hamlin was today elected U S Senator by both branches of the Legislature.

Portland Maine Hannibal Hamlin U. S

Cabinet Resignations and New Appointments Under the New Administration

The National Intelligencer reports that upon the president’s accession all department heads submitted resignations, to take effect soon. New nominees confirmed by the Senate include Webster as Secretary of State, Corwin Treasury, Bates War, Abraham Navy, Pearce Interior, Hall Postmaster General, and Crittenden Attorney General. The Whig Ledger notes a balanced Northern and Southern mix, praising Webster and Crittenden as moderates likely to steady national affairs and inspire public confidence.

Tue Cantrer Telegraph Fillmore Webster State Corwin Treasury Graham Navy Bates War Hall Post Office Crittenden Pearce Interior Gen. Taylor Washington Territorial National Intelligencer United States Taylor Senate Daniel Webster Massachusetts Thomas Corwin Ohio Edward Bates Missouri William Abraham North Carolina James A. Pearce Maryland Nathan K. Hall New York John J. Crittenden Kentucky Whilade ‘Aphist Ledger Pennsylvania

Arrival of the Ohio from Havana with Contoy prisoners

The US S. Steamship Ohio under Lt. J Findley Schenck arrived from New Orleans via Havana with many passengers, California mail, and about 150000 in old dust on freight. It left Havana on the 19th after arriving from New Orleans on the 15th and 47 hours to Havana from the Balize. The return visit followed reports of the President’s death and half mast flags. Also noted: the Vixen carried Contoy prisoners to Pensacola, ten prisoners still detained, and local cholera case in Cincinnati.

New York Tribune Ohio J. Findley Schenck U.S.N. Commanding New Orleans Havana California Falcon Chagres Isabel Charleston Columbus Panama San Francisco

Judge Johnston Arrives Home in Hamilton for Campaign Footing

Whig candidate for Governor Judge Johnston reached his Hamilton residence on the 13th inst. He plans to resume speaking in a few days following a notably successful late tour.

Judge Johnston Hamilton

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