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Tarborouch Press
Groner Howann
PORIRY DEMOCRATIC SONG FOR LIBERTY AND EQUAL LAWS
A Plebeian Democratic song urges Democrats to rally for liberty and equal laws. It celebrates Van Buren and a Democratic banner in victory, calls Democrats to join the band, and envisions reclaiming the Whigs field in forty four with Democrats as the people's choice.
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van Buren
Columbia
Maine
Far West
Clay’s Raleigh Visit Sparks Whig Electioneering Debate
Mr Clay’s arrival and reception in Raleigh are recounted with emphasis on the crowd, band, and governor’s hospitality. The speech is characterized as a strong defense of his party and tariff policy, with critique of opponents and a note on alleged electioneering aims, while other speakers’ remarks draw sharp partisan jabs and accusations among Whigs and Democrats.
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Clay
Petersburg
Lucas
Dragoons
Stith
Gov. Moreheads
Raleigh
Orster
Morehead
South
Union
Webster
Senate
House of Congress
Mr. C
Mississippi
Democratic Party
Chen
Law Fund
Grewt
Messrs. Stanly
Brownlow
Tenn
Reed
Person
Shelton
B. W. Leigh
Cherry
Nash
Badger
Moore
Halifax
Syme
Miller
Guthrie
Harriss
van Buren
Granville
Sheriff Ware Pleads Guilty in Church Assault Case
Glouces ter County New Jersey Sheriff Mark Ware admitted guilt to an indictment for assault on William Bateman at a church on a Sunday amid an alleged attempt to kiss Ware’s wife. The court fined Ware $1 and a civil suit awarded Bateman $100 in damages after a weeklong trial. Newark daily.
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Mark Ware
Gloucester Co
N.J
Wm. Bateman
Newark dv
Old Bowery building sold for thirty dollars find
The New York American reports a Bowery building slated for demolition sold for thirty dollars to two Irishmen who agreed to remove it. While tearing away wains coating they discover a jug containing about nine thousand dollars in gold coins.
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New York American
Bowery
Egg shipments from Cincinnati to New Orleans spark market shock
A Cincinnati grocer reportedly shipped forty five hundred barrels of eggs this season for the New Orleans market. Each barrel held ninety dozen eggs and was slated to sell at 38 per barrel in New Orleans, according to a visitor named Obie who arrived in the city.
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Cincinnati
Obie
New Orleans
Phil
Sun
Hotel at Picolata Florida Built at Great Cost
A large hotel establishment at Picolata in Florida was erected at considerable expense. The project represents a major investment in the area, signaling growth and development for the Florida coast hospitality sector.
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Picolata
Florida
Auction Sale of Furniture and Land in St Augustine
Furniture and 340 acres were offered for sale in St Augustine Florida under Planters Bank Savannah. The bank’s agent bid in the property at 1000 dollars and the furniture at 50 dollars, marking the hovel’s contents.
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St. Augustine
Florida
Planters’ Bank
Savannah
The Great Valley of Mississippi River System
The Mississippi Valley spans at least 2500 miles in length with a main breadth of 1200 to 1400 miles. Evidence suggests it was once submerged under a vast ocean, reshaped by repeated long volcanic convulsions. It is described as the most delightful and richest region capable of supporting 190 million people.
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Mississippi Valley
Convicted Rev. Waylor Sentenced in Ohio Jail and Fines
GP Rev. HC Waylor of the O berlin Institute was convicted on his own confessions of attempting an abortive birth and sentenced in Elyria Ohio to one year in the county jail and a $200 fine plus costs. He pleaded guilty to three indictments for stealing and was fined $25 on each, while nine other indictments were withdrawn.
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HC. Waylor
Oberlin Institute
Elyria
Ohio
Mormon Border Demonstrations Reach Alabama and Mississippi
The Mobil journal reports Mormons forming a sizeable presence near the Alabama Mississippi border. From Sumpter county sources, about seventy five proselytes are active at Pleasant Springs including twenty Methodists and twenty six Baptists, with the rest non-professors. They have begun preaching in Brookly n near the state line, likely to meet similar reception.
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Alabama
The
Mobil: Journal of the Tid Mst
Sumpter County
Mississippi
Pleasant Springs
Methodist Contexion
Baptist
Brooklyn
Melancholy Disaster Among St Anne’s Crew
The Cape Breton Spirit of the Times reports a long boat from St Anne's enshrouded in ice during her voyage from North Sidney. Six men aboard froze to death, two of whom were soon to marry. The tragedy occurred close to home, with voices heard yet aid unreachable.
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Cape Breton
Times
St. Anne
North Sidney
St. Anne’s
Millerite Tabernacle Erected About A Year In Boston
A Millerite Tabernacle was erected in Boston about a year ago, marking a notable development for the religious group in the city. Local observers described the structure as a prominent addition to the neighborhood and a sign of growing congregation activity.
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Boston
A London Scene Transforms to Carpet Warehouse
A conversion of Rev Starkweather s society building into a carpet warehouse is noted. In Kent England Mr Bennett, a young man, attempted a wager to strike 140 pennies tossed by another person with a pistol. He succeeded without missing a shot, though the ball dislodged many pennies in proof of the feat.
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Bennett
Plumsted
Kent
England
Queen Victoria Insanity Rumors Reported in Buffalo
The Buffalo Commerical Advertiser cites letters from England claiming Queen Victoria shows hereditary insanity like her grandfather George III. It notes rumored symptoms resemble transient mental disturbance and recounts Victoria’s travels to Scotland France and Belgium in hopes of improving her condition. Headlines warn of calamitous global consequences if true.
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Queen Victoria
England
New York
George III
Scotland
France
Belgium
Buffalo Com. Advertiser
Is it better to steal or work and starve debate delisted
A question phrase from a New York hotel ballroom debate was delisted several evenings ago. The remark contrasted stealing to working for sustenance and drew attention in the local Democratic or political circle.
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New York
Complimenting remarks spark a light exchange
A young lady protests, I really cannot sing, to which a man quips that she is fishing for compliments. She retorts that she will not fish in such shallow streams, turning the compliment into a gentle rebuke.
No End to It Tongue Quip Sparks Doctor Patient Witty Exchange
A doctor asks a patient to extend her tongue further in a humorous exchange about a woman's tongue. The patient complies, prompting a quip that implies there is no end to a woman's tongue, highlighting a comic miscommunication between doctor and patient.
Clergyman Censures Lady for Tight Lacing
A GPA clergyman censures a young lady for tight lacing. She retorts that he could not morally recommend corset fashion to his parishioners, prompting a wry smile from the clergyman.
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GPA
Bee and Flower Romance Inspires Swarm of Beeses
A whimsical verse recalls Mr Bee marrying Miss Flower. It praises the busy couple as they gather honey from a single flower and hope Heaven grants a swarm of Beeses born from their hive. The light tale mixes playful names and optimistic fortune for a cheerful outcome.
Printer’s Fee Rant On Tight Laces And Empty Purses
A witty verse critiques vanity and gossip while lamenting how printers are cheated of their honest fees. The speaker condemns gab and silliness, celebrating fairness in payment and the craft’s rightful reward.
Owen Moore Named In Mocking Verse About Departure
A punning quip appeared about tradesman Owen Moore after he left his post in a hurried fashion. The wag claimed Owen Moore “has run away” and “owin’ more than he can pay” in a lighthearted jab at his abrupt exit.
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Owen Moore
Owin
Yankee retort tops Italian boast about Vesuvius
An Italian boasted of Italy to a Yankee and praised Vesuvius as unmatched. Jonathan replied with humor, saying America has a Niagara that extinguishes it in five minutes.
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America
Jonathan
New York Editor Seeks Respect After Baby Discovery
CFA New York editor reports finding a baby in his front yard and urges the public to refrain from leaving items or “laying their sing r at his door.” The incident prompts calls for caution and community restraint.
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CFA
New York
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