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Steubenville Weekly Herald

Location

Steubenville, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1850

Page

2

Mammoth Weekly Herald Announces Board of Public Works Nominees

The Mammoth Weekly Herald states Pur. Tite Lationsr and D 4S an Ap RS SUPERIOR with William Johnston of Hamilton County and Alexander Conover of Auglaize County named to the Board of Public Works. The issue boasts thirty two columns of reading material, telegraph reports, poems, tales, and a broad mix of news and commercial items. Subscriptions are 5 cents for a single copy, 50 cents for three months, $1 for six months, and $2 for the year.

Board OF Public Works Alexander Gq. Conover Auglaize County Maunora Waexir

Cuban Expedition Progress and Union Debate Reflected

Reports from Cuba on General Lopez landing and the disputed Cardenas garrison spark national debate on invasion prospects. The Cincinnati Assembly debate on slavery dissolving the Union features strong church perspectives, urging memorials and fasting if danger persists.

Cherokee Nation Advances with Schools and Libraries

The Cherokee nation has 21 common schools plus mission schools, with two new brick academies at Talliquah, one for males and one for females. Officials hope to establish a library for public use and for the national council which meets at Talliquah each year.

Talle ‘Quah Cherokee Nation National Council

Consisteny and Banking Taxes Raise Demands in State

The Lee faction in this state opposes banking profits calling them exorbitant and ruinous. At the latest General Assembly this party repealed the six percent borrowed money allowance and granted the Shylock-like practice of ten percent tax on money lending. It argues laws are not just if moneyed interests exploit value.

Lee Soloen General Assembly Jfdan

Weaver's Hotel advertised in Pittsburgh notice

The readers are directed to the Weaver's Hotel advertisement in Pittsburgh. Mr. Weaver, formerly at Merchant's Hotel, is described as an accommodating and popular landlord. Old patrons will recall him in the city on business.

Weaver's Hotel Weaver’ S Hotel Pittsburgh Weaver Merchant's Hotel Tron City

Meadville Theological School invites Rev. Samuel Ward

The Meadville Theological School senior class has invited Rev. Samuel Ward of Syracuse New York to deliver their anniversary discourse on June 27. Ward is described as an articulate person of strong intellect and deep color.

Meadville Theological School Samuel Ward Syracuse New York Woison African

Supreme Court Upholds Congress Power Over Counterfeiting

The Supreme Court ruled that Congress has authority to prohibit circulation of counterfeit coin and punish offenders. The decision came on a certificate of division from the New York circuit court, with Attorney General Johnson arguing for Congress and Mr. Seaward opposing. The ruling affirms Congress’s full power on this issue.

Covntrreeit Corx Ixtergattss Deretston Supreme Court of the United States Congress Supreme Court United States Circuit Court For New York Johnson

Temperance Lecture Praised By Attendees

The Rev. John Chambers of Philadelphia spoke at the First Presbyterian Church on Montey evening last. Attendees report a masterly effort and note his efficient reform work in Philadelphia and surrounding areas.

John Chambers Philadelphia First Presbyterian Church Montey Chambers

Guatemala Threatened by Federation and English Treaty

Honduras dispatches through April twenty seventh reports the Guatemala England treaty for reciprocal commercial privileges. Guatemala pledged to suppress slave trade, provoking indignation among neighboring states. San Salvador, Paraguay, and Honduras assemble forces to compel Guatemala into a federation and join US protection or annexation talks.

Honduras Central Americs Guatemala England Chathedd San Salvado Paragua United States Costa Rica Chatfield

Indiana Railway Network Near Completion by 1831

The Louisville Journal reports about 720 miles of railway in Indiana either completed or under progress with the entire project due in 1831 52. Indianapolis serves as the central terminus of the network.

Louisville Journal Indiana Indianapolis

Dtre's Merrenant's College Moves to New City Site

The institution now sits at the corner of Third and Market on the second door in Gazza ms new buildings. The lecture room runs full building length with desks and comfortable furnishings. Mr Duff, noted for book keeping education, premier among contemporaries, introduces Merchantile Law as a new essential branch. Details on branches, advantages, and tuition appear in today’s Herald advertisement.

Dtre Merrenant CoLtrect Market Gazzams Duff Europe Pittsburgh Chronicle Herald

Elephant rib found near tusk confirms local elephant

The Cincinnati Times reports an elephant tusk was found near Cincinnati and now a rib about three feet long, nearly fossilized, has been discovered nearby. This suggests the elephant once inhabited the region and the rib bears unmistakable signs of elephant identity.

Cincinnati Cincinnati Times

Spring and Summer Bonnets Arrive at Scott Millinery

MG and J Scott announce a new arrival of spring and summer bonnets in latest fashion. Call to view the selection this morning and see the new styles.

MG. & J. Scott Adams and Cows Express J. Scot Miny Zi Ou & J. Scott Washington Hall

Hon Abbott Lawrence Hosts An Anniversary Dinner

LF Hon Abbott Lawrence, our Minister to the English Court, attended the Anniversary dinner of the Society of friends to distressed fellow beings with the Duke of Cambridge presiding. He spoke of kinship across nations and pledged to foster goodwill among Britain Europe and beyond.

Abbott Lawrence Society of Lends Duke of Cambridge Great Britain Europe

Two Brothers in Coal War End in Brutal Wounding

A Wheeling Argus account describes Cuthbert Haslop and John Haslop quarrelling over partnership accounts at Bridgeport. John wounded his brother with a Bowie knife, cutting flesh from the shoulder and back, leaving a severe 10 inch wound. John is in prison. Both brothers were coal dealers residing in Kirkwood and Bridgeport, Ohio.

Wheeling Argus Bridgeport Wheeling Honniparrar Cuthbert Jno John Kirkwood Brideport Ohio

To Preserve Beef Steaks In Indian Corn Meal

As warm weather nears and meat spoils quickly, a method to keep fresh beef steaks four to five days is shared. Lay steak pieces one to three pounds, each fully covered with Indian corn meal, then lay them to rest. The tradition notes this technique as practical for prairie dwellers.

Pinch Quips on Ministers Misfortunes and Disraeli

Pinch reports Disraeli amused by ministers misfortune with a mock specimen. He says Lord John has the soul of an old carpet, not minding how often beaten as long as he occupies the House of Commons floor.

Re Disraeli Pinch Lord John House of Commons

Debt Collector Question Leads to Name Confusion Mystery

A bank collector asks Mr. Smith to pay an account from Brown, Jones & Thompson this morning. Smith asks which Brown, the collector reveals Bil Brown, slipping the file under Smith’s nose to confirm the name.

Cuban Patriots Face Grand Jury Action in New York

The Herald reports steps taken to bring Cuban Patriots before a United States Circuit Court grand jury on charges tied to the 1816 act preserving the nation’s neutrality.

New York The Herald United States Circuit Court United States

Disunion 1x Mississippi Nashville Convention views

The Natchez Courier reports that in the last week twenty eight Mississippi journals show varied stances on the Nashville Convention. Thirteen condemn it, eight approve, four are neutral, and three are political with undetermined views. Two papers appear for and one against.

Mississippi Nashville

Father awarded for seduction of his daughter in court

At a Jefferson county Common Pleas term, a father won a verdict of 2000 dollars for the seduction of his daughter. The girl was under 12 when the act occurred and the defendant, about 60, is described by the Herald as an old, enterprising merchant long well known in the community.

Justtice Court of Common Pleas Jefferson County Lancaster Gazelle Ohio HOV Coldmoisstonegls County of Jefferson William Steedman Mt. Pleasant Township Mary Bremdman

Rhodora and Transcendental Verse Reflected in a Poet’s View

An Express column cites Ralph Waldo Emerson’s transcendental sensibility and a lyric exploration of the Rhodora. It notes the poet's ability to utter simple sweetness and asserts beauty as its own excuse for being. The passage reflects on nature, perception, and the poet’s conversational tone.

Ralph Waldo Express Rhodora

California Law Prospects for Lawyers Highlighted

A young California lawyer writes of booming prospects in the Golden State. He predicts the state will be the greatest place for lawyers for years, noting widespread property fraud and contested deeds. A skilled attorney could prosper amid the legal disputes over titles and fraud.

California Golden States Eve W

Flying Steamer and Rail Travel Odds Mixed News

Mr Rufus Porter of New York promotes subscriptions for the Aerial Steamer asserting progress from a model judged promising by New York papers The New York Sun notes another exhibition at the Merchant's Exchange The piece on railway travel by Dr Lardner estimates passenger accident odds across two years ending December 1848 giving figures on fatal and nonfatal incidents per mile and concluding with odds against such events

Rufus Porter N. York New York New York Sun SaVvs Merchant's Exchange United Kingdom Lardner

William Johnston and the Ohio common schools

A Meigs County Telegraph excerpt praises William Johnston as the author and drafter of Ohio's present system of common schools. It credits his eloquence with securing enactment and notes how many poor children and orphans have reason to bless his name, promising he will be remembered.

William Jahnston Ohio William Johnston Meigs Co. Telegraph William Scott Siteukenville Vas H.C. Moodey Prewth Street Steubenville Ubio Dexcomiwas

Commodore McKeever arrives as Congress sails delays

The Norfolk Beacon reports Commodore McKeever reached Norfolk from Washington. Congress is not expected to sail before the 27th. Dr. Thomas Williamson is ordered to Congress as First Surgeon on the Brazil coast. The brig Porpoise waits for a lieutenant and a doctor to depart for Cuba.

Norfolk Commodore McKeever Washinton Congress Thomas Williamson Brazil Porpoise Cuba

Steubenville Herald Opposes Ohio Veto on Constitution

The Steubenville Herald argues against grafting a veto into Ohio's Constitution. It contends people are capable of self government and should manage their own affairs. The Wheeling Argus counters that the veto could curb hasty legislation and save rights by suspending bad agents.

Steubenville Herald Ohio Wheeling Argus

Robbery on De Witt Clinton at Cincinnati Wharf

A passenger on the De Witt Clinton was robbed of four hundred and fifty dollars in gold Tuesday night at the Cincinnati wharf. The thief is believed to have entered before bed hour and waited until the man slept. Also noted are candidate announcements in this morning's Herald and corn prices at St Josephs Mo asking 82.00 per bushel amid emigrant demand.

de Witt Clinton Cincinnati St. Josephs Sam Willis College Hall Walnut St Cincinn Howe &C J.C. Cable R. DD. Morrison

Fragmented political chatter and stray notes from 19th century papers

A tattered roundup mentions San Antonio plans for a new state division and government seat, plus Boston political signatures and Russia and Hungary unrest. It also notes a burial desecration, Ohio constitutional members, a London travel piece, and Nineveh inscriptions, all amid scattered, incomplete clippings.

Local Officials Named as Candidates Amid Richmond Decision

The Herald notes J. M. Simerar as Auditor candidate contingent on Richmond decision due June next and SMAPHFI may 27th. Josefh Suanc named by Wr. Allison as Commissioner candidate, contingent on Richmond decision, with Whigs in and out by May 27. Bess Lasro township representative candidate for office per nominating convention May Wains, Yellow, SHtr, Tyemus. plus advice on a proprietary health remedy and medical notices across Jefferson county communities.

J. M. Simerar Fion Richmond Allison Josefh Suanc Richimon Bess Lasro Township Ofice Tly

Ohio law on road and drain petitions and rail stock transfers

The act amends petition disclosure obligations for road and drainage projects, details damage and benefit apportionment, allows post award suits, and outlines repair contributions. It also authorizes railroad stock transfer books in other states and requires turnpikes and joint stock firms with state holdings to file annual financial reports with the Auditor of State and to furnish copies to the General Assembly.

General Assembly State of Ohio Usted Benjamin FL Leiter House of Representatives Charles Convers Neviate Benjamin Fk. Leiter Horse of Representatives Npedte The Senate Benjamin Folester Laws of Representatives Charles C.conyers

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