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Newspaper
Sunbury American
Location
Sunbury, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1850
Page
2
Washington dispatch reports both Houses late session approving appropriations while trimming controversies. Flogging in the Navy ends by court martial only. Foote and Fremont dispute resolved. Father Richie and mileage bearded through a compromise. Navy dry dock, patent printing delays, and a new metal aridium noted.
The eleventh number of Hoopers Macazist has been received. Published by Appleton on Broadway, New York, it contains useful and interesting matter at the low price of $1.00.
Lance Arries describes being presented three fine apples by John Colsher of this place. The fruits weigh three pounds and three quarters in total and each measures fourteen and a half inches in circumference.
In a call to voters, supporters press for amending the constitution to elect judges by the people. They warn secret efforts to defeat the measure, note strong public support, cite successful New York and Ohio practices, and present the Pennsylvania ballot with Imendment outside and For the Imendment inside.
The Miltonian and Union county papers circulated a claim that Mr. Gamble advocated ultra free trade at Lock Haven. Clinton Tribune rebutted the charge, noting no mare's nest. Gamble denied the report, stating he favors tariff modification to protect Pennsylvania coal and iron interests.
The cantos desecrat at Lock Haven refutes charges that Mr Gamble advocated free trade in a speech. The Tribune, a Whig paper, also omits any mention of Gambles advocating free trade or denial of the Clinton Democrat refutation.
Early Saturday in Rocky Hill West Chester a young schoolteacher Miss Rachael Sharpless about 18 was shot from behind a tree as she unlocked the school door. George Pharoah about 19 was arrested Sunday after being seen with a gun and a wad made from the Saturday Evening Post found near him. he was examined and committed.
After a ten month session Congress adjourned with notable acts including California statehood and territorial bills for New Mexico and Utah, the fugitive slave bill, abolition of the slave trade in the district, and ending the lash in the navy. Elections loom with Gamble favored in Lycoming, Clinton, and Sullivan counties. a strong turnout could secure victory. Enron notes Milo M. Dimmick of Pike County as one of four Democrats who opposed tariff modification.
A Monday night blaze near Northumberland scorched a hotel stable and nearby buildings, with insurance covering most losses except $90 cash missing from Peter Hansleman’s drawer. A second fire followed Thursday as Washington and Good Intent engines fought a blaze at Forsythe’s store and Lee’s hotel stable amid suspected incendiary activity and townwide suspicions.
A letter from Hon. D B Dickinson argues for electing judges by the people. He praises the measure for widening public influence, curbing executive favoritism, and placing judicial power under broad popular intelligence and virtue. He says the change exceeds expectations and should endure under free government.
A severe blaze at Carbondale Saturday night around 11 o clock consumed about two thirds of the town totaling roughly 40 houses. Firefighters fought flames through the night but substantial damage remained as residents assessed the loss.
The Democratic County Convention in Northumberland unanimously re nominated J. B. Packen Esq for the Legislature. He represented the party last session and ranked among the most useful and intelligent lawmakers. The convention also approved several resolutions including support for Gen. Cass for the Presidency.
Noshing names listed for county offices include Canal Commissioner Joshua Dongan Auditor General Henry W Snyder Surveyor General Joseph Henderson Congress James Armatrong Assembly John MCormick Commissioner George T Trautman County Surveyor James Armstrong Auditor John Hoff.
Rev Henry Ward Beecher writes to E Cunard Jr accusing Cunard Line of enforcing Church of England services on ships. He cites Asia voyage incidents with clergymen preaching and alleges insults toward American passengers, demanding impartial investigation into Capt Judkins and Cunard.
The bill known as Tax Milhany Bounty Lanp Birt cleared both chambers and awaits the President's signature. It promises disposal of about fifteen to twenty million acres of public land.
Reports from St. John New Brunswick say during the Sunday storm 18 miles of the mine surface collapsed at the Picton coal mines. No lives were lost likely because the accident occurred on the Sabbath.
A Savannah News item notes that Lodian removal is delayed after a Florida passenger report. It recalls Billy Bow Lege’s prior interview with Geo. Twiges in which he pledged not to remove, with months having passed since.
Austro-Hungarian plans abandon rule by Austria over Hungary and restore the old, amended constitution. Exiles are invited back, except those deeply compromised, as conciliatory policy replaces harsher measures. The move signals a shift toward leniency and reconciliation.
The California Senate approves a temporary framework for discovering and working gold mines. It creates gold mine agents and superintendents authorized to issue permits to American and European prospectors, with 30 feet by 210 feet allotments and multiple permits allowed. New placers or mines grant double permits with 30 day pre emptive rights.
A clash occurred in the Senate rotunda as Senators Foote and Fremont fought after Foote accused Fremont of pressuring California land legislation for private gain. Fremont rejected the charge, foamed and foote struck, blood drawn, and both separated. Fremont reportedly challenged Foote. Foote remained, Fremont absent. The Senate presented Utah territorial nominations, including Brigham Young as Governor and Joseph Buffington for chief justice. The House adjourned after debating extra pay for Ritchie. Corwin outlined revenue fraud measures and proposed ad valorem reform to curb fraud and stabilize revenue.
Reports from Wonersten and Springfield describe fears of slave catchers in Massachusetts. Black residents prepare to defend fugitives, with crowds at town halls and warnings of potential violent confrontations if arrests occur.
Charles J. McCurdy of Connecticut named Charge d Affaires of the United States at the court of the Emperor of Austria by the President. This marks a key diplomatic posting as tensions with Austria unfold.
Senate in executive session confirmed Bijsha Whittlesey as First Comptroller of the Treasury. Richard W. Thompson may not accept Recorder of the Land Office. Nathan Sargent expected to gain a better post. Bounty Land swindle exposed. engrosser discharged. T Butler King named Collector of the Port of San Francisco replacing Isaac R. Davis. Rumors of S R Hobbie’s dismissal from Postmaster General Hall. Gov. Vance to become U S Treasurer next week. Union newspaper to retain ownership.
Ten enslaved people fleeing Virginia were found near the Alleghenies eight miles from Benrorp. Two wounded in a clash with Pennsylvanians, one mortally. others captured. A mountain hut resident aided them. reward of 250 dollars paid. Two fugitives still at large. Also report of a mail coach robbery near Uniontown with up to ten thousand dollars stolen. Political realignment in Wilmot district ends as Grow unites factions.
The Pater son Intelligencer notes Deacon Goulds farm at Aquackanonk produced a basket of ripe strawberries described as fragrant as in July. The brief item highlights the berries grown locally and their notable aroma.
At the October 3 1850 meeting of the Borough of Northumberland Town Council the members resolved unanimously to thank the Sunbury Fire Companies and citizens for prompt aid at recent fires. The resolution directs publication in Sunbury papers and is signed by WM Forsyth President along with council members and Clerk Geo A Frick.
Pepsin is advertised as a true digestive fluid prepared from ox stomach by J Houghton in Philadelphia. The remedy claims to cure indigestion dyspepsia jaundice liver complaint constipation and debility by nature’s own method using the gastric juice.
In Elbridge Michigan Betsey Ranney reports immediate relief from inflammatory rheumatism after using Merchant's Celebrated Gargling Oil. She had tried other remedies with no benefit and says the oil proved 100 apparent in value. Pamphlet available from the agent. sold by H. Masser in Sanbury and other U S druggists.
Married on the 2d inst by Rev David Hull Mr eres area to Miss Many daughter of Peter haweout township Northumberland jeer Ty Also on the 2d inst by Rev B W Morris Mr or Aareoey & rnreny of Bini to Miss Awaits Heoina second dang er of Hon J tr Horton of Point tp this
In Adgrusta township on Sunday last Christian Kreiger aged about 76 years is mentioned. In Lower's township Catharin daughter of William Hoover aged 1 year 8 days is noted. In Little Mahoney township Henry Wagner aged 22 years and months is listed.
A compiled roster includes Abraham Bowers Hon Samuel Hepburn John Bowen Elizabeth Kelly Michael Barnhart John Elii Carlin 2 Hanna Mendenhall Joseph Chamberlin A Mensing Dodge John P Ray Captain H Ewing Rebecca John Partinger JL Rahn Isaac W Farnsworth Sarah John Gibson Abraham Wolf Philip Hartman Benj Waite Elizabeth Henteleman Samuel Whinn Susannah Yarnall R B Packer P M with no accompanying details.
A period notice dated Sept 30 1850 lists clergy and local residents including Alleman Rev J Meder John Andrews J Moore John Howman and others. It states attorney Abraham C G Boyd of Minerville Schuylkill County will handle business across Schuylkill Northumberland Union Columbia and Montour counties with referred agents Wim De Haven H Bellas Edward Hughes and others. Published in Sunbury Minersville Oct 8 1850.
Northumberland County court summons to William M Shewell Julia D Shewell James H Cochran and Mary wife of Daniel Brautigam and David Taggart as administrators of Wm McCay to appear Nov first at Sunbury to show cause why they should not be made parties to suit and why judgment should not be revived and execution against them should not be stayed five years and to receive court orders in the matter Wm McCay heirs cited Shrf James Covert Sunbury Oct 5 1850
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