28 Sep 1839
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Newspaper
Tarboro Press
Location
Tarboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1839
Page
1
The Tarborough Press outlines subscription terms including year length, advance payments, and arrears policy. It notes penalties for nonpayment, distance-related adjustments, and advertisement rate scales, with court orders and increments described.
Fragmentary note mentions recommendation by the faculty for Nee an and Tomo with partial phrases about Slippery Elin and a lighthearted refrain.
An old advertisement extols Marvell’s Tomita and Slippery Elin Pills as superior medicines for many ailments. It claims remarkable cures for headaches, bowel issues, female complaints, and general debility, promising life giving effects and mild, effective relief. Prices cited include 50 cents to $4 annually, with distributors and retailers noted.
A fragmented 1839 advertisement lists names and firms offering remedies for sick stomach and costiveness. It cites Ames M. Redmond of Tarboro and several doctors and merchants in Pasquotank, Portsmouth, and surrounding towns. The notice presents multiple patrons and suppliers, including W Hall of New Bern and N. J. Wassell of Williamston, with dates and locations in North Carolina and Virginia.
From the Aneusta Mirror a poem extols resilience at sea with refrain Dont give up the Ship. The speaker urges steadfast hope through storms, recalling a heroic vessel and a dying hero as guidance for readers facing peril and desire for beauty. R. MLC.
The Buffalo Republican recounts President Van Buren's reception in Buffalo New York with praise from speakers including Durge Bennett who lauded his wartime service constitutional efforts and support for the nations laws. The president responded with gratitude noting unity across supporters and opponents. He cited his role in 1812 and the safety fund banking system and affirmed continued adherence to liberal principles.
The Whig press inflamed talk of a scheme during last winter's Morristown turmoil to blow up the Philadelphia and Harrisburg Railroad with a mine. Col McElwee allegedly led a group to wreck rails. Pleasonton was said to be part of the plot. Reports from the Boston Courier and Baltimore Republican cast doubt on the tale and suggest a hoax or mischief by McElwee against Pleasonton.
The Newbern Spectator reports that during a severe gale fourteen vessels were driven ashore near Newbern bar. While many fled, Amasa Styron braved the danger in an open pilot boat to save three crews. He swam to the wreck Thomas Winn, secured a line, and brought the vessel alongside for rescue.
On a perilous voyage Styron boarded the Alabama and freed the exhausted crew, landing them at Portsmouth. He then risked the breakers to save the William Grey crew, urging them to throw over the sail and hop into his boat. After delays from the ebb tide, he reached Portsmouth around eleven at night, nearly worn out.
A Jour nal of Commerce correspondent details the 20th ult gale on Portsmouth Island Ovrasock SN C. Waters flooded the island and devastated stores and gardens. Sheep and cattle perished. corn and sweet potatoes ruined. many plants scorched as though by iron heat. Shipping suffered heavy damage, with only a few of fourteen or fifteen vessels avoiding losses.
The Baltimore Sun discusses revolting exposure of clerical immorality. It cites Rev De Fay and notes several similar cases in recent years. It condemns efforts to shield criminals and mocks the idea that religious office guarantees virtue.
In Frederickburg Virginia last week the Circuit Superior Court jury convicted Elizabeth Richardson of murder in the second degree for killing her son. She received a sentence of sixteen years in the penitentiary.
On Thursday the 29th in Louisville Mrs. Stone left her child playing on the Moor and fetched water. A hog then dragged the child by the foot across the street. Passersby assisted, and the child was rescued with difficulty as the animal resisted. The child was about [unclear].
The Salem Banner notes four valuable horses from Mannington died within two weeks from a disease unidentified by horsemen in these parts. Symptoms included sudden prostration followed by spasms and limb cramping, with each horse continuing to eat until death. An eight month old was observed entirely within a door when seized by a hog.
E W Chester formerly publisher and editor of the Christian Journal at Cinet has resumed his original profession. The editor reports he has sunk to less than 57,500 in three years while running the religious paper.
The editor notes a year of unusual drought and rain absence causing fears among farmers over scarce provisions. Prices rise sharply with corn meal selling for a dollar and fifty cents per bushel in yesterday’s market, underscoring the drought's impact on staple goods.
A London Spectator excerpt paints England as feverish with widespread unrest. Riots last days, mobs clash with police and troops, factories seized, prisoners rescued, and magistrates targeted. Cities named include Manchester and Nottingham as judges fear for order while thousands serve as special constables and yeomanry. Where will this end?
A dated instruction from Southern Agriculturist outlines curing bacon by burning sawdust and corn cobs beneath a hogshead placed over a ground fire. Hang meat on slats inside the barrel, cover to trap smoke, and cure one dozen pounds per day with a simple shove method.
A simple one inch broad ribbon or garter worn above the calf at bedtime wards off cramps. Cramp results from muscle relaxation during activity followed by sudden contraction at rest. A smooth moderately tight garter below the knee helps prevent abrupt muscle tightening and cramp.
A New England tin peddler called at a house asking if tin ware was wanted. A witty young lady replied she would like a tin side saddle. He courteously said he could make one and offered to take her measure.
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