Webster to Hang This Day in Massachusetts
In the August 31 1850 issue from Struthenville the paper notes Governor Wood is to execute Professor John W Webster for the Parkman murder. The editorial questions the value of killing a man to reform society and urges life imprisonment to allow reflection and atonement. It condemns the act and respects the degraded family while highlighting public outrage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Wresster
Massachusetts
John W. Webster
George W. Parkman
Webster
Fvuerrive Stave Bill Passes Senate Amid Debate
The Senate considered the bill on the 23d with Underwood's substitute rejected. An amendment made a Marshal answerable for fugitive slave escapes during custody and penalized officers failing to arrest runaways. Provisions on office involvement of enslaved people going south were voted down. the bill moved toward engrossment by 27 to 12, amid claims of demagoguery in Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
Underwood
Congress
Resignation of Secretary M Kennan Rumored Confirmed
The Hon T M M Kennan of Washington Pa has resigned as Secretary of the Interior. Health worsened since taking the post and personal reasons, not political fault, are blamed. Widely popular, he leaves amid patient assurances his departure stems from health, not cabinet disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Restenarton
M’kennan
T. M
T. M’kennan
Washington
Reward for arrest of Ohio Stage Co. agent Hinton
The Wheeling Gazette reports a $1000 reward for the arrest and confinement of Gen Wm O Hinton, agent for the Ohio Stage Co, accused of robbing the U S mail on the 15th. Hinton, described as a 55 to 60 year old, 5 foot 7 or 8 inch, 180 to 190 pounds, dark hair, florid, temperate, was last in Columbus after visiting Cleveland and Pittsburgh, with dates and movements questioned by special agent D M Haskell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleaveland
Wheeling
T. P. Shallcross
United States
Wm. O Hinton
Ohio Stage Co
Hinton
U.S
D. M. Haskell
P.O
Pittsburgh
Columbus
Cleveland
Rev James Eppleton to Lead Steubenville Male School
The Rev. James T. Eppleton of New York City has been hired to head Steubenville High School and develop a first class male academy. He is a New England graduate with eight years teaching experience and plans to begin September 1 with his arrival in late October. Citizens are urged to provide adequate support and encouragement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hien Scnoor
New York City
Laverty
New England
Steubenville
Eppleton
Wallace
Bls. Fitch
New Yo
Shellon
Fitch
W. Semple
Orb. Morrrison
W. Semp
Mrod
B. Morrison
Weman
Semple
Lonerica
Muckre
Wall
Pemple
Morrison
Baster West
B. Um. Esterle
Oracy
Putin
Orpe Dharcesi
Nike
Franklin House
Scriptural Debate on Death Penalty at First Presbyterian
The congregation will hear a discussion at the First Presbyterian Church tomorrow contrasting the laws of God and man regarding the death penalty for murder. The event invites public interest amid differing opinions on whether taking a criminal life benefits society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caritat Purliament
First Presbyterian Church
California Mail Schedule Change Noted
Regular California mail departs New York on the 11th and 26th each month instead of the 13th and 26th, effective immediately. The notice specifies the new departure dates for the service and calls for readers to adjust mailing plans accordingly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
New York
Arrivals of the Steamship America Reach Halifax
The Steamship America has arrived with dates to the 18th. Cotton prices fall with Middling down while others hold. Miss Cushman to correspond with this country. Mr. Wilbur from England aboard. Danish troubles seen to be settled by foreign powers. Liverpool market notes Beef in demand, Pork stronger, Bacon dull, Hams weak, Lard steady to weak. Molasses selling at higher rates and seal oil up twelve shillings per ton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halifax
America
Miss. Cushman
Mr. Wilbur
England
Liverpool
Jenny F
Walker Street
Philadelphia
Uroggist
Steubenville
PHE
Afl Cies
Market St
Texas boundary bill debated and rejected
Washington August 28 The Texas boundary settlement bill was read by title Mr Inge proposed testing under the 116th rule After lengthy debate the question shall the bill be rejected was decided in the negative An unsuccessful amendment followed adjournment attempts were made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congressional
Washington
Texas
Inge
West Point Approbation Bill Debated in Senate
Washington August 29 Senate took up the West Point Approbation Bill and amended it to insert a provisor using professor salaries. The Bounty Land Bill was discussed as Mason proposed issuing Military Land Scrip that must be accepted for public lands, ending without a vote and postponing further debate until tomorrow amid executive business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
West Point
Bounty
Mason
House Debates Contempt Motion and Texas Bondday Bill
The morning session focused on a resolution to bring Mr. Ritchie to the bar for contempt over refusing to reveal the author of the Bundleeund letters. Mr. Fitch defended Mr. Ritchie against Mr. Evans of Md. The House then resumed debate on the Texas Bomnday Bill with several amendments proposed and discussed before adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Ritchie
Fitch
Evans
Senate Executive Session Virginia Refund Bill
In Washington on August 27 the Senate after morning business entered Executive session on a bill to refund certain monies to Virginia. In the House the Civil and Diplomatic appropriation bill faced amendments with votes on funding for mariners protections on western waters and for a Cincinnati Custom-house and Post Office. The St Louis government buildings item was rejected, other local amendments were decided, the bill passed, and Mr. Strong announced a motion to take up the contested 4th district Pennsylvania seat case tomorrow. Adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Virginia
Hamlin
House
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Strong
4Th District
Pennsylvania
Fate of Professor Webster Hinges on Friday Trial
In Boston on August 27, reports indicate Friday next will seal Professor John W. Webster's fate. He wishes his family not to know his execution date and requests they be allowed to visit on the final day without revealing it. His family changed their visits from Friday to Thursday to avoid crowds seeking a last glimpse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
John W. Webster
Webster
Washington Visitors Arrive From New York
Commodore T. A. C. Jones and Henry Clay arrived last evening from New York, greeting local officials and residents during their stop in the capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Commodore T. A. C. Jones
Clay
New York
Philadelphia broker Gen A M Provost dies at home
Gen A M Provost, a Philadelphia Board of Brokers member, died this morning in Philadelphia. He was a prominent figure in local finance and business circles. The obituary notes his long service and influence in brokerage circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
A. M. Provost
Philadelphia Board of Brokers
French Assembly Adjourns Amid Broad Irish Reform Hope
Reports from Halifax note the French General Assembly prorogued with the President seeking fair Irish representation. England and Ireland face potato disease spread, harvests improve with favorable weather, while Berlin mediation and Denmark peace efforts are eyed. France showcases prorogation and gloomy harvest weather drives market prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halifax
England
Ireland
Germany
Denmark
Berlin
Europe
France
Engagement Alleys Through Danish Attempt At Schleswig Holstein
An eight day report notes a slight engagement on the 8th. The Danish attack followed an explosion in Gen Willison’s artillery laboratory causing heavy losses and a burial of 91, with 25 wounded and 11 missing. Danes, outnumbering Schleswig Holsteins, pressed to the right wing before retreating to the ridge, then clashing near Davenstadt. The Danish king is mentioned amidst gossip of a clandestine marriage to a dressmaker, while Haynau leaves Austrian lands to join Georgey in exile.
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Willison
Davenstadt
Copenhaven
Denmark
Interments for Week Ending in St Louis Plague Toll
In St Louis on August 28 the week ends at noon with 120 interments, including seven cholera deaths and 73 children under five. Cholera spreads to Milwaukee in a malignant form, with 109 deaths reported on Friday and Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Milwaukie
Havre De Grace Bank Stops Payment Reported Failed
Baltimore August 28 report says Havre De Grace Bank halted payments and is said to have totally failed. The disclosure notes financial distress and potential consequences for depositors. No further details on authorities or resolutions available in the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
Havre de Grace
Resignation of Hon. T. M. T. M'Kennan Announced
Washington reports the resignation of Hon. T. M. T. M'Kennan, citing his peculiarly nervous temperament unfit him for the harrassments of office. The letter from Washington, Pa., dated August 26, reaches President Fillmore and is published today in Washington, D. C.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Hon. T. M. T. M’kennan
Washington, Pa
Fillmore
Ile
California Emigration Totals at Fort Laramie
A St Louis Republican correspondent at Fort Laramie reports the 1860 California emigration figures: 37,670 men, 825 women, 1,126 children, 9,101 wagons, 22,878 horses, 7,650 mules, 31,502 oxen, and 5,754 cows. Including unregistered travelers brings totals to about 42,000 people and 9,720 wagons. Many aim for Oregon. emigration this year is marked by more robberies and sickness, though troops show no losses due to diet discipline. An express says Col Porter has abandoned Fort Hall area and is marching toward the Dalles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Laramie
St. Louis Republican
California
Prairies
South Fork
Oregon
Platte
Fort Ifall
Col. Porter
Dulles
List
Snake River
Fort Hall
Invasion news fades as Cuba crisis cools
From Havana dated news arrives via the Ohio, noting the invasion excitement has subsided. Foreigners may bind without permits. Georgiana and Susan Loud officers remain confined but likely to be freed. Rumors of execution are denied. Albany arrived off Moro Castle on the 18th, did not enter, then sailed to Boston. Passengers include Lady Emily Wortley and daughter. The Ohio carries California mails, 200 passengers, and substantial specie. Mexican dollars and gold dust worth tens of thousands are aboard. A canal steamer trial and the Eureka sighting report promise regular coastal steam communication. A Mass Georgia convention signals strong pro secession sentiment with calls for swift legislative action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Ohio
Georgiana
Susan Loud
Albany
Randolph
Pensacola
Moro Castle
Boston
Emily Stuart Wortley
California
Messrs. Corning & Co
J.C. Thompson
S. E. Liallowell
Quote on poverty by Bulwer evokes social indifference
A Bulwer quotation critiques society’s response to poverty. It likens poverty to a condition that society treats differently as it worsens. The dog, doctor, and priest imagery underscores neglect from various quarters. The line captures a harsh view of social apathy.
Adams's New Arithmetical Series for Schools and Academies
Public notice touts Adams's New Arithmetical Series from Gillips Samson Co and others. It highlights Prent, Adams's New Arithmetic revised edition, and related works on mental arithmetic, mensuration, machinery, and book-keeping. The prospectus emphasizes wide adoption across the Union, examination copies, and availability through booksellers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams
Gillips
Samson & Co
Washington St
Boston
Robert B. Collins
Pearl St
New York
J. W. Wrentiss & Co
Keene
N.H
Friends of Education
Canadas
Greece
Department of Education
Weill Aranged
Gale
Wook Sellers
Mt Pleasant Ohio real estate sale by executor
The undersigned announces at public vendue on the premises the sale of the east hill of lot 143 in Mt Pleasant Jefferson county Ohio. The property includes a three story brick house a coal and wool house stable and well. Terms require one half cash and the balance in one year with interest. Executor Ney Lewis signs this notice for Ann Mi Steer late of the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Pleasant
Jefferson County
Ohio
Ann Mi. Steer
Toor
Tiine Ney Lewis
Far For Sale On Road From Steubenville To Richmond
Public sale notice offers a 100 acre farm eight miles from Steubenville with a comfortable dwelling, timbered land, a fine orchard, and inexhaustible mines. One half cash and balance in three equal annual payments with interest. For details contact Francis Crawford or others in Stark and Jefferson counties. August 13, 185v-ts.
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A. WU
Steubenville
Richmond
Francis Crawford
Stark County
Joh CO
Carr
Island Creek Township
Jel. Co
Thomas EF
Mules farm to be sold at public sale September
The property known as the Mules farm near Sabenville on the road to Snathbeld, six miles from Sabenville and one mile from the Steubenville and Indiana Railroad, 60 acres. It will be sold publicly or privately on September 2. Title good, terms moderate. Inquiries welcome of Joseph V. Stevenson on the premises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J Allen
Market Street
Freuben
Ville
J. Ali-Len
Richmond
Totnts County
Island Creek Township
Sabenville
Snathbeld
Steubenville
Indiana
Mill
Mile Tron School
Biile Trom Church
Tsn
Joseph V. Stevenson
Dr Howe s Sarsaparilla Health Claim Ad
An 1850 advertisement touts Dr Howes Shaker Sarsaparilla as a cure-all for skin eruptions and numerous ailments. It claims purification of blood, increased vitality, and universal efficacy, listing sales regions and local dealers in Steubenville Cadiz Winoa Clairsville and College Hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. D
Haker Barsaparilla
New York
New Sterm
Atrey
PD. Howe
Wawe
Baminly
Morison & Steubenville
James Paunil & Co
Winnox
Cadiz
J. H. Patterson
Clairsville
College Hall
Allerde
USA
Chrissie
United States
Vegetable Pain Killer Endorsed by Local Doctors
A vintage advertisement proclaims Vik's Vegetable Pain Killer as effective for various pains. The unsigned notice lists city merchants and doctors endorsing the remedy, asserting wide popularity and urging public use despite lack of formal medical validation.
Davis Pain Killer Endorsed by Cincinnati Newspapers
An opinion piece asserts strong endorsements from several Cincinnati papers for Davis Pain Killer. It cites testimonials praising instant relief from pain, rapid action, and wide community approval, calling the medicine a superior remedy with notable merit and virtue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PRI
Waller
United States
Cincinnati
Davis
Ted
Galli
New York Firm Promotes Dyspepsia Cure and Remedies
The Empire Company of New York markets Worth cure preparations for dyspepsia and habitual costiveness, praising Beppers Bitters and pain killers. Notable officials and senators are cited as supporters. Also advertised are Viburnum remedies, Acoustic Oils for hearing, chemical cleansing plaid, Vermin extermination, Nervine Galsam, and Rush Pills, with notes on stock and dividends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
H. Arnold
Rhode
Wim. Woodbridge
Michi
Isuy
Pmpire Company
Fulton Street
Pro Pheiment
Empire Company
WeekMrine
Lewis
Gillis
Ander
Ompany
Ennel
Finpire Company
Resu
Brare Company
Cox Pany
Price Reduced Vaughn Remedy Promises Unchanged Power
The proprietor of Vaughn s Vecetasie Limontimeric Mixture announces a price cut to quart bottles across the United States and Canada. He asserts the medicine’s strength and curative properties remain unchanged and that it will no longer compete with other remedies of the day. The notice claims eight years of superior medical virtues and notes the reduced price targets new buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vaughn
United States
Canada
Norice Parricucarny
Eer“ Vaughn
Buffalo
N. Y
Main Street
G. C. Vaughn
N. B
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Weekly Herald
W. R. Allison
Strubenville
Wheeling Gazette
Mammoth Weekly
Stzubeny
Jaqqng
Austria
Haynau
Georgey
Overland Californians
Eureka
Gillant
Delav
Groncrat
Anns
Southern Press
Macon
Messrs
Rhett
Vaney
Cochran
Alabama
Colquitt
Stiles
Jones
Gibson
Ramsey
Platt
Georgia
Bulwer
Wells Township
Setlerson County
Henry Kine
Run Hom
KK. Boyer
Angnost
Ang. le
Henry Rine
Knox Township
Arustic Creek
J. Thompson’s
Oss Township
Springheld de
Wayne
Mt. Pleasant Dee
Warren Do
MILLS
Breukenville
Island Creek
Bonne
Sar Es Mush Creek
Pptingfield
Ross
Knox
Saline Township
Brush Creek Township
Ross Township
Springfield Township
Salem Township
Wayne Township
Wayne Townsh Ip
Mitciell Townshiphills
Seister
Smillfield Township
Smitlfield
Mistret
Mount Peasant
Saline
Cross Greek Township
Cross Creek Township
Johnson Wmooney
Era of
Jefferson Co
Short Creek
Smithfield
Saul Creek
Estember
Union
A. Kirby
A.J.C
Beelow
J. McMechan
3D Sts
Market House
James Paull
Thomas Paull
James Paull & C
Jholesse
A Daly
A. HH. Dohrmans& LU
Psa
J. Allan
Woorelan
Democrat
Lbe
Hootland
University of Jena
Prosi
Mer Academy of Science
Cabege
Berin
Ministry of the Interior
Malis
Makrobeolik
Ily Lite
Journal of Practical Medice
Hookflands
Gervan
Order of the Basle
Prussia
C. M. Jackson
Medicine Store
Arch Street
Race Street
T. Ss. Henmin
E. B. Perkins
Shomas& Mile
Seston & Shirp
Freeman
R. x. Newton
Hod F Hulee
W Byrd Vowell
Geo King
Milton Sanders
ALM
OM. U
Joa Wilson
J Cross
RS Newton
Kw'son
Hilen B. Wook
W. M.aing
Nesei Thas
Wien
Fifth Street
Pittsbirgh
Rhodes
G . Weyser
E.C. M’do Keyser & I'Dowell
Wm. Kerr
Lifcorn
Wood Street
Pittsbuyer
Ces
Patterson & Nieto
Saucingauttin
Anu
J. Rt
Pratt
Doughty
Kckstine & Co
Lee Manuls Davis & Son
Athis Drax Emporium
Ire
Ilis
Richard HH. White
Bowery
John Merkle
King Eet
James de Mott
Washington Market
Margaret Phonas
Broome Street
A Cling
Rivington
Daniel Fitzgerald
Cristie Reet
Willan Bramell
Christie Street
Centre Street
C& Wtm
the Empire Company
UKE
Agislature OF the
State OF
Joteubenville
Peis
Correral Dta
Overte
Shue Mtere
NASIS
Soapat Wholesale, &Co
Queens
China Sete
Liverpool Do
William Nast
Julily
Milersisned
4Th Street
EU Ly
Pores
Whart
Holton
Draper
Botabonville
Coun
Wiill
Saehon
Samull Burchell
Pekin Tea Company
John Wilde
Stier’s
Fobo Wilde
James W. Woodweles
Shird Street
Ustom
Queen Custis
OTT & Greer
Mporters
Greer, Wheeling
Ynatl Coopers
LIOR
OTT
P. Cott
Rioces
G. & Jillcott
Eans, JR
Joan Scotr
Means & Scott
Hill
Utchins
Samuel Thompson
JC Pcmins & Thompson
ESALE
Groveries, Produce, Wants
Stuevenville
Henning
Wellsburg
Reynolds
Bor Nee Marke
Jamson Co
Crosby
John Bealie
M. J.yous
R.eselers
Wood St
Pab
Vrnct&s Gktei Oas
Townsend
Phil Townsend
S. P. Townsend
Thompson, Skillinan & Co
Jacob Townsend
Wanicibi
Dr. Christie
Landis
New Jersey
Sipley
A. H. Cunisrin
Harry Resurts
Sflieve
Robert W. Landis
Healng Powen
Ukranift
Spo Townsend
S. PL Townsend
Tani
Foc
S. Po Townsend
S. P. Townserul
Po Townsend
Western States
Vine Street
2D Coor
4Th
Calhoun
Arsent
Noltice
Robert
Albert
D. Deton
New
Alexander
Leh Waggoner
Ringfield
Doctor Carter
Bloomfield
Stewbenville
T. &. Henning
UST
Patterson & Mgowan
Ooolbs
Gam Catechn
Drag Emporiuen
Tos. Hening
AH Dohrman& Co
Christir
Dr. Cunistir
Car
Axnonen J. F. Tomes
Brooklyn
Curistic
Christie
D. C. Morehead
M. D
United
Ty J.C. Cable & Co
Agen
Tld
Main St
John Knote
Texele
Jacob Hornbrook
Merchants’and Mechanics’ Bank
Monroe Street
John TH. Plompson
Vox
Tor
Aeth Doh Man & Co
Joly Boe
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