Letter from M E Manning endorsing Dr Hall in third district
In a public communication to the Tarboro Press Manning asserts her vote for Dr Hall in the upcoming Congressional race, denounces Pettigrew as unreliable, and urges Edgecombe County to back Hall. She argues Pettigrew opposes State Rights and deposits removal, praises Jackson and Taney, and warns against uncertain public agents.
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Mr. Howard
Congress
Pettigrew
Larborof
Hall
Third
Edgecombe
Gen. Jackson
Lolaus
M. E. Manning
War threat looms as President's Message arrives in Liverpool
The Independence brings the American President's Message to Liverpool noting potential war with France. Spain reports mixed news with Mina gaining support across the country while Carlos’ fate remains uncertain. Greek seas see renewed pirate activity with several vessels captured.
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Euurope
England
New York
Liverpool
France
Liverpool Chronicle
Independence
Nye
Spain
Mina
Carlos
Smyrna
Grecian
Announcement of Robert H. Austin for County Trustee
In Halifax county news a notice invites Robert H. Austin to file as a candidate for County Trustee. In other items a man named Thomas Foster, a gunsmith near Binfield, Halifax county, was found frozen to death a short distance from his home after returning with a neighbor who aided him until their own exertions failed.
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Robert H. Austin
Thomas Foster
Binfield
Halifax County
Beine
Fire destroys Blakely hotel at Northampton County
A large new hotel at Blakely, depot of the Petersburg Railroad in Northampton County, was burned to the ground Thursday evening the 12th inst. The blaze was caused by a chimney defect. All furniture was saved. Estimated loss stands at about $4,000.
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Blakely
Petersburg Rail Road
Northampton County
Senate Debates Reorganizing Post Office and French Indemnity Vote
Congress reports the Senate's focus on a bill to reorganize the Post Office Department. The House has received a presidential message with dispatches from Minister Livingston indicating France will reject the indemnity bill by a strong vote. A debate arose on referring the message to foreign relations.
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Congress
Senate
Post Office Department
House of Representatives
Livingston
France
Calhoun Report on Executive Patronage Proposes Three Measures
The select committee on Executive Patronage, moved by Mr Calhoun, reports on the Stylist. They propose three measures: repeal of the four year term law for officers, require the President to report removals to Congress, regulate public deposits, and amend the Constitution for temporary revenue distribution over the next seven years.
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Mr. Calhoun
Select Committee
Mrr
Calhoun
Congress
Indian Disturbances Prompt Georgia Militia Call
Reports reach the War Department of clashes between Georgia citizens and Creek Indians crossing from Alabama. Fatalities and injuries occur on both sides, Georgia residents alarmed, Governor seeks federal aid, urging removal of all tribes east of the Mississippi. Virginia Legislature backs a new Richmond bank with 2,750,000 capital and statewide branches.
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War Department
Georgia
Alabama
Mississippi
Legislature of
Virginia
Richmond
Rail Road Laborers Trail Through Severe Weather
The Richmond Compiler reports more than a thousand workers are at work on the Richmond and Fredericksburg Rail Road. They are progressing with great spirit despite inclement weather, continuing to push toward completion.
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Richmond
Richmond and
Fredericksburg
Rail Road progress at Weldon and regional competition
A large number of workers have begun on the Norfolk and Roanoke Railroad at Weldon North Carolina. The railway and the bridge over the river at Weldon are expected to be finished by next winter. After completion, competition for North Carolina trade will be intense between Norfolk and Petersburg. Halifax Advertiser.
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Norfolk
Roanoke
Weldon
N.C
Petersburg
North Carolina
Halifax
New York Market Report Highlights Strong Demand
New York Market notes active demand on February 7 with traders watching price movements and liquidity. Industry sources report steady buying interest across key commodities as buyers seek available supply amid market uncertainty and shifting margins.
Advance sales summary with regional pricing report
The recent advance book shows about 5500 sales with $500 upland at 154 to 17, 800 New Orleans at 16 w 18, 590 Mobile at 16 to 1S, and 600 Florida at 154 to 173 cents. Naval Stores-TVar remains dull with $1 to 1,874. Turpentine prices ease, Wilmington at 3.12 and North County at 2.75 amid overall declines since last review.
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New Orleans
Mobile
Florida
Tvar
Wilmington
North County
Star
Importers Of French Goods In New York Hold Prices
The Philadelphia United States Gazette notes a wartime debate in the House on the 7th causing New York importers of French goods to instruct agents to hold goods at an advance. The remark is described as a possible false alarm, with additional evidence in support.
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Philadelphia United States Gazette
House of Representatives
New York
Child Mortally Injured in Horse's Frightful Dash
A frightening horse dash left a child with a mangled body and lifeless remains found by the stirrup. The animal had run until exhausted, and bystanders reported a shocking scene as the youth hung from the stirrup.
Assault on Gen Ripley Sparks Political Fury
Reports from New Orleans indicate General Ripley, recently elected to Congress from Louisiana's 2d district, was assaulted at midday by three ruffians. He was beaten severely, with fears for his life, and the attackers were promptly punished. The cause remains unexplained. Ripley is known as a friend of the Administration and rivals may have instigated the attack.
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Ripley
New Orleans
Louisiana
Warlike note on Franco American relations in Baltimore letter
A Washington correspondent to the Baltimore American warns that unless the French Chamber of Deputies funds the treaty, war is inevitable. He says Congress will take decisive steps to ready the nation for offence and defence. Ships and captains are sent to the Mediterranean and China, signaling a war footing.
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Baltimore American
Washington
France
Chamber of Deputies
Congress
Mediterranean
Gibraltar
Elliott
New York
Kennedy
Mint Branch Committee Appointed to Study New Orleans Plots
The U S Senate forms a branch mint committee with Wageaman King Benton Calhoun and Mangum to examine opening a New Orleans mint and another in the Gold Region of the South Atlantic. Benton named to the panel as an earnest step for Western North Carolina readers.
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Messrs. Wageaman
King
Georgia
Benton
Calhoun
Mangum
U. States Senate
U. States Mint
New Orleans
South Atlantic
North Carolina
Raleigh Standard
Internal Improvement Debate Over $100000 Alexandria Canal Aid
A motion to reconsider the House vote on the $100000 appropriation for the Alexandria Canal and Aqueduct Company failed. Of the 93 in favor and 105 against, notable supporters included Abram Rencher and William B Shepard of this State.
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House of Representatives
Alexandria Canal and Aqueduct Company
Ibram Rencher
William B. Shepherd
Child of Joseph Hanes Thrown From Horse
A son of Joseph Hanes Esquire P M of Fulton in Rowan County, about one year old, was thrown from a horse on the street and his foot caught. The incident reflects a distressing accident reported in local happenings.
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Joseph Hanes
Fulton
Rowan County
Murder at Blount County Prompts Massive Rewards Offered
Reports from Blount County Alabama detail the murder of Alexander P. Porteus on the return from Taladega. A suspected Kentucky tailor named John Callan is described as the killer. Huntsville authorities and the governor propose rewards totaling up to two thousand dollars for the apprehension of the murderer. The description includes a small dark-haired man with a black surtout coat and a double barreled gun. Porteus’s horse and other goods were stolen. The crime is labeled a heinous act fueling public alarm.
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Blumtsville
Alabama
Alexander P. Porteus
Messrs. Wm. E. Phillips & Co
Huntsville
John Callan
Huntsville Democrat
Democrat
Porteus
Taladega
Cox
Blount County
Kentucky
Raleigh Murder Probe Intensifies as Suspect Sought
Citizens urged to aid in locating the murderer of Porteus. An extract from Geo. W. Mordecai cites items found with a saddlebags tag and a shirt marked Porteus, linking a well dressed young man with the crime. Reports say the fugitive possibly passed Raleigh toward Milton, prompting local vigilance.
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Porteus
Philadelphia
Geo
WW. Mordecai
Huntsville Democrat
Raleigh
St Dee
Mordecai
Dee
P. Porteus
Milton
N. Carolini
Callan
Chinese Lady Afong Moy Exhibited in U S Cities
Afong Moy, a Chinese woman recently arrived in the United States, has been exhibited in New York and Philadelphia. Physicians report her foot length from heel to big toe as 4.4 inches, to the little toe 2 1 8 inches, ankle circumference 6 6 10 inches. She stands 4 feet 11 inches tall and is about 19 years old.
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Afong Moy
United States
New York
Philadelphia
Unfortunate accident on the ice claims a boy
A negro boy died Tuesday after falling through ice on the river at Vrent while attempting to cross. Despite warnings from skaters about the track iced by a boat the day before, he pressed on. As the paper went to press a canoe reached the wharf with the lifeless body, another victim frozen near the mill.
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Vrent
Mill
Weather effects on a shoal of fish in cold winter
The Washington Whig reports on the cold winter’s impact on a shoal of fish, noting the claim seems marvellous yet credible from reliable authority. It cautions that locals often call the coldest period in memory, urging citizens to judge the severity for themselves.
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Washington Whig
Striking Cold Tide Tales From North and South
An 1855 letter connects North Carolina and New York reports of fish drifting dead in winter, a rare Hudson River phenomenon, and a North Pole tale of frozen mercury. The piece notes unusual weather driving fish to the surface, river crossings, and quicksilver experiments during polar exploration.
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Bias Heen
Bath
Washington
North Carolina
New York
Wilmington
Newbery
Onslow Court Louse
Nate River
Nori
Hudson
Brethrn
P. S
Pamtico
United States
New Leb
Mercury
Cleveland
Bowdoin College
Brunswim
Brest
Parry
North Pole
Wu ascends as Hu throws in net against Ant
Wu secures ascent victory as Hu delivers key late strikes against Ant in a tense match. The contest features sharp exchanges and decisive scores from both sides, highlighting strategic plays and standout performances that shape the final outcome.
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