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Venice
Mediterranean
Grand Canal
Republic
Count de St. Anglaise
Milan
France
Leopold Robert
Swartwout
Cambreleng
van Buren
Gen. Jackson
New York
State Department
General Jackson
Kendall
Blair
N. S. Star
Letter on Venice in the Natual Magazine
A reflective passage on Venice portrays the city’s serene decay and unique charm. The essay contrasts Venice’s quiet streets and canal life with Rome’s dramatic ruins, noting no violent decline and the torpid beauty of marble palaces along the Grand Canal.
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The
Natual Magazine
Venice
Rome
Greece
Bacchus
Venice Gondolas and Oregon Territory Vision Reveals
A letter to a congressman extols Oregon Territory for its river navigation prospects and strategic military value, while recounting Venetian gondola culture and a Venice serenade. The piece discusses British and American reach west of the Columbia, Indian forces, and a stark warning about potential conflicts if sovereignty is not secured.
Fragments of a Quiet Misfortune from Fenice 1838
A short archival fragment notes a misfortune described as calm and unhurried, replacing idle feeling with an agony of measured carelessness. The dated reference is Fenice Sept 27 1838.
The Newspaper Press as the Crown of Liberty and Civilization
The passage extols the newspaper as essential to mankind, declaring it the chronicle of civilization and a daily watchman. It argues the press informs legislation, channels public opinion, binds communities, and serves all social strata while noting that abuse exists yet cannot deny its vital role.
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Dionysius
The Alamo as Ruins and Reminiscence in Summer Rambles
The Alamo, once a Spanish outpost defending Texas against Indians, is described as a ruined quadrangle with a church and bells. The piece recalls Bowie, Travis, and Crockett, praising liberty legends while detailing a southward ramble to a Mexican rancho, with a peaceful night under stars and simple Mexican fare.
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Alamo
Texas
New Orleans
the Alamo
Athens
Bowie
Travis
Crocket
Liberty
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Palais Royal
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United States
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Fort Astoria
Great Britain
England
Mexico
Mississippi
Northwest
Canada
Department of Revenue
London Courier
Arkansas
West
Spose
Picayune
Philadelphia
Treasury Department
Treasury
Loco Foco
Baltimore Chronicle
Baltimore
the Newspaper Press
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