Pactolus Whig Jubilee Sparks Debate Over Pigs Tail Scandal
A Washington Whig report and response debate the pig tail found in a gig box at Pactolus jubilee tied to private dining excesses and an alleged funded ticket. The exchange questions who placed the meat there and whether party insiders aimed to sway elections, with references to supporting candidates and national politics including Van Buren versus Clay or Webster.
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Washington
Pactolus
Boston
Pit
Pitt
Lim
Washington Whig
Comminee
State of Parties in Fayetteville Assembly Forecast
The Fayetteville Journal presents a party breakdown for the next General Assembly differing from earlier figures. It estimates Senate composition as 28 Independent Treasury supporters, 22 against, 8 State Rights, 56 Federalists, with Commons at 56 Federalists, 8 State Rights, 56 Democratic Republicans, totaling 78 Democratic Republicans and 18 State Rights in print. It projects a joint ballot result 91 to 78 with one doubtful. It also notes Governor election commentary by Federal presses and Whig contrasts.
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Mr. Spaight
Congress
Messrs. Brown and Strange
Branch
North Carolina
Wake
Dudley
Mer Dudley
van Buren
Eithier Clay
Webster
Federal
Pressesealia Whiggui
Sane Conunes
Druvernor D
Ollie
Republicat Party
Fayetteville Journal
Senwe
Democratic Repubtiesns
Bank Federasts
Commons
Federalsrg
Denseratie Republicans
Federalists
Doutetai
Senate
Treasury
Ilouse
Braveh
Maine election results reported by the Raleigh Standard
The Raleigh Standard quotes the Bates Argus declaring Fairfield Maine elects Governor Vernon with a large majority. The message claims a sweeping victory with six states won and a substantial House majority, citing cheers from the Demon Republican candidate and a congratulatory tone.
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Maine
Fairfield
Republican Cantiidare
Apwaris
Feu Udy
Bates Argus
House of Representatives
Raleigh Standard
Elected Congressman Leads Grown Whig Victory
In the four district race Sot Sanh, a Republican, defeated the Democratic rival Mer, marking a wave of Republican strength. The Federal Whig candidate’s early success signals a shifting political mood in Vremont.
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Vremont
Mer
Weambent
Transportation line in operation near Warrenton Rep
A local note states that the rail or road route near Henderson Degret is now in successful operation. It mentions ongoing transport of both goods and passengers and signals positive reader feedback about service reliability.
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Henderson Degret
Intermite Om
Warrenton Rep
Corn and Pobacce Reported Strong in Nebiation Area
Cratified report notes corn and probable fodder show resistance in the Akeni Mountain region. Observers say lower portions near Chawceeparticularly perform well with better yields than anticipated.
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Chawcee
Neipobortaod
Akeni
Election dispute over Gal S. Willakes contended
A Roanoke Advocate letter from a propertied figure argues Willakes’ election could be contested if he truly believes he lost by a large margin. It asserts Col Whitaker’s seating as a Legislature member hinges on his county official duties and connection to Malifax.
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Roanoke
Gal S. Willakes
Col Whitaker
Storm Brings Severe Winds and Crop Damage
A storm onset on Tuesday night and heavy rains through Wednesday brought violent winds with little town damage. Crops suffered as fodder crops in parts of this and Pitt counties faced considerable harm. Rumor says most vessels at New Bern were ashore except one, according to a Washington Whig report.
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Pit
Newbern
Washington Whig
North Carolina Statement of Treasures and Talent
State of North Carolina presents a statement of treasures invested for wise purposes, constituting a talent to be committed to the public good. The document outlines safeguards, intended uses, and oversight to ensure prudent stewardship of resources and accountability to citizens.
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State of
North Carolina
State assets tally near two million in free debt funds
The document lists state holdings across banks and companies including Bank stock valued at 500000 and Bank of Cape Fear stock at 532000. It notes investments in Wilmington Railroad Cape Fear Navigation Roanoke Navigation Barnecombe Turnpike Co and bonds for Cherokee lands totaling substantial sums, ending with an aggregate near two million dollars free of debt.
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Bank of Cape Fear
Wilmington Railroad Company
Cape Pear Navigation
Roanoke Navigation
Barnecombe Turnpike Co
Phaonix
Quankey Bridge Ready for 18 Mile Rail Service
The Quankey Bridge will be completed in days and the Wilmington and Raleigh Railroad Company plans to run an engine and cars between Weldon and Enfield, a distance of about 18 miles, per the Adv. newspaper note.
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Quankey Bridge
Wilmington and
Womengion to Weldon Rail Road opens longer section
The Wilmington and Raleigh Rail Road extends its opened line to 63 miles from Duplin depot toward Weldon, with 55 miles of new track in place and more sections to be completed by December. Officials note rapid progress easing traveler tolls and serving about 4000 residents as daily lines expand from Wilmington to Halifax and onward toward Charleston.
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Womengion
Raleigh
Wiluogien
Te Rls
Duplin
Halex
Weldon
Dupus Depot
Baison’s
Rnnocewen
Wilningon
Halifax
Charleston
Wilnington Jdv
Charlestan Faces Rising Yellow Fever Cases After First Plewiber
Reports from Charlestan indicate a troubling increase in yellow fever cases since a referenced date. Health authorities note the spread appears tied to worsening conditions and warns residents to seek medical care if symptoms arise.
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Charlestan
Plewiber
French Consul Seeks Warrant In Newark Arrest Case
Investigation before the Mayor reveals a dispute over a warrant used to seize two men from the ship Alexandre at Newport. The French Consul claims the prisoners were on board voluntarily, while critics question legality and the ship’s crew's actions. Debated legality and possible coercion prompt questions about due process.
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Dutty
Miarseud
Reumond
Alexandre
Newport
Wietier
Wy Pale
Bruce
Iradiacion Resis
Poe Wuin
Viatinese
New
Oreans
Pringuers
Sylvester
N.Y
Canada pardon respite for all death prisoners
A historic note reports that all prisoners sentenced to death in Canada have been respited. Belief holds their sentences may be commuted to life imprisonment under British colonial law, with officials awaiting further decisions.
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Canada
Vetover
Danisienent
Strange Affair Over Missing Money
About two weeks after a New Orleans cargo visit a slave named Thomas Hughes was kept as a servant. Ten days later he vanished with upwards of 8000 dollars. A reward of 1000 was offered for arrest and recovery. A news paper promised a share of the recovered funds if a tie could be found to recover the money.
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New Orleans
Thamas Hughes
Ava
Tum
Darg
Barney Corse
Forbearance of Prosecution Ties to Money Transfer
A report from the Courier details attempts to forbear criminal prosecution against Tom and others in exchange for money. Alr. Darg signed a paper accepting 1025 dollars, with a second confirming document. Mr Corse later arrived, and additional funds were paid as part of the scheme, totaling 903 dollars seized by officers. Corse was released conditionally pending examination. No trace of the main conspirator found in the city.
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Alr
Darg
Sim
Corse
Secon
Mie Merrit
Dare
Mer Merit
Merrit
Mrv. Corse
Ipo
Nemra
Mississippi Editor Warns of State Debt Burden
A Mississippi editor warns at the spring term that the state faces an immense debt. He claims the people cannot pay if the demand persists, risking widespread financial distress and claiming nine tenths could be ruined in the central counties.
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Missisippi
Mississippi
Great Central
Eclipse Visible Across Sky Despite Clouds
The true solar eclipse occurred yesterday afternoon starting shortly after 3 o clock. Despite an overcast forenoon, the sky cleared and thousands observed the obscured sun through smoked glasses as the partial and total phases unfolded.
Shipping and trade updates from Europe and London dates
From Europe reports the packet Wel lxeton arrived with London dates to August 13. The Cotton market rose, American qualities advanced, and the week ending August 1 showed improved business. British Manufacturing Districts improve on orders from the United Shuffles. Grain prices stay firm in England. There is talk of large grain imports before new crops. A 6d to 1s per 70th rise noted. Gen Hamilton of South Carolina arranged the South Carolina Loan with a respectable Mercantile lease in London.
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United
England
Hamilton
South Carolina
Loudon
Baltimore Market Sees Sharp Rise in Grains and Pork
Life intelligence from England stirs market interest with notable price jumps. Grain and flour advance, while bacon and pork rally. Sellers report Carn sales at $1 for white and $1.03 for yellow for shipping.
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Bualtimore Market
England
Petersburg Market Sept 18 Cotton Prices Little Movement
Petersburg Market report notes cotton trading very lightly with bids from 9 to 11 cents per pound. Corn price given per barrel at 4.50. Bacon hog round prices listed from 11 to 14 cents. Market snapshots reflect modest activity and standard commodity quotes.
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Petersburg
Washington Market Turpen Line Dip at $2.90
Sept 18 report notes new dip in the Turpen line reaching $2.90 while Old ¢185 and Scrape priced at $100 and Tar at $160, cited by the Whig.
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Washington Market
Norfolk Market Prices Report Fragment
Norfolk Walker reports commodityprices with cotton at 9 to 11 cents and Cory at 83 to 86 cents along with lard at 13 to 14 cents. The brief item lists general market figures for the day and ends abruptly.
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Norfolk Walker
Cotton
Cory
Lard
Her
Camp Meeting Gatherings Around Raleigh Road
Communicated notice announces a camp meeting at Batts meeting house near Bilgecoumbe on the Raleigh road at New Opper Creek about 18 miles west of Tarboro. Preachers from the Tarboro and River circuits are respectfully urged to attend the event beginning Wednesday the 11th of October.
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Bilgecoumbe
Raleigh Road
New Opper Creek
Abou
Tarboro
Tarbory
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