Railroad Project Nears English Investment Approval
Reports from Harrisburg and Philadelphia indicate the Sunbury and Erie railway is let to a London firm via private contract. Waring & Brothers of London propose to take the whole project with a 20 percent advance, with $4,000,000 stock, $400,000 paid up front, and future instalments as directed. The Board has granted 40 days for final approval, and letters from London affirm earnest intent. Treasurer Philip M. Price says prospects look strong for speedy work.
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J. Y. James, Esq
London
Philip M. Price
Excuiss
Anp
India
Malta
Indian Isles
Canada
England
Ireland
Scotland
Great Britain
Pennsylvanian
Corrections to Judge Wetmore's Warren Reminiscences
A reader from OLD SETTLES challenges Judge Wetmore's account of Warren County courts and capital cases. He cites additional trials Commonwealth v. Herrick for stabbing in 1836 and Commonwealth v. Jacob Fabilman in 1850, disputes two pre courthouse trial sites, and questions the claimed first court locations.
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Warren Mail
Borror
Eben Jackson
McKinney House
Hook
Sally
Pittsburgh boats bring heavy freight to Erie port
The Clara Fisher Cornplanter Belle and Sam Snowden delivered large freight loads to Erie with the Snowden described as the largest and finest boat this spring. The Justice also arrived, totaling ten to twelve trips with water still high. Boat traffic boosts Allegheny river trade though bridges and aqueducts hinder expansion.
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Tae
Pittsburgh
Clara Fisher
Cornplanter
Belle
Sam Snowden
Snowden
Justice
Allegheny
Barber feud ends at old stand and Carver House basement
Lord remains at the old stand while Fowler operates from the Carver House basement where he will reportedly lead with a sharp nose ledge.
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Lord & Fowler
Lord
Fowler
Carver House
Conviction of Arthur Spring Wins New Trial Then Reconvicted
Arthur Spring, previously noted for murder conviction in Philadelphia, obtained a new trial due to a juror being a hired substitute. Reconvicted last week, he spoke after verdict denying guilt and blaming his son. Judge Kelly challenged his wish to return to New York and warned against harming his child’s reputation. Spring labeled as a hardened criminal, while an unrelated local ad promotes spring goods at Crystal Palace.
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Arthur Spring
Philadelphia
New York
Kelly
Spring
Crystal Palace
L. F. Watson
Cincinnati Commercial
Murder in Mercer Pa Prompts Ongoing Fearful Reporting
A letter notes fresh brutal killings in Mercer Pennsylvania. It states no arrest has been made and laments frequent bloody scenes in local papers. The writer fears a broader, hellish wave of violence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercer
Powers of Hell
Death of Mrs. Cordelia Hackney at breakfast
Mrs. Cordelia Hackney of this place died at breakfast last Thursday morning. She was in her usual health until attacked likely by a heart condition or apoplexy, which caused her death almost instantly.
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Cordelia Hackney
Rhode Island sustains liquor law by large margin
The people of Rhode Island voted by nearly a thousand in favor of maintaining their liquor law, following Maine’s decisive legislative support. Predictions of a nationwide reaction appear contradicted as these laws likely continue to operate, threatening closures of groggeries and eradicating “wet damnation” from the land.
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Rhode Island
Maine
Santa Ana Victory Declared In Mexican Election
Washington correspondent notes varied telegram reports on political hopes and finances of applicants. Mexico counts votes with Santa Ana leading 18 to 5, declaring him President. Legislature plans adjournment, Bigler wariness on banks, Free Democratic convention set for Harrisburg June 1. A three and a half year old girl in Harrisburg Lunatic Hospital improves after illness.
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Mexico
Santa Ana
Free Democratic Convetion
Free Democratic Party
Pennsylvania
Harrisburg
Mordecai M’kinney
Dauphin
George R. Riddle
Allegheny
John S. Mann
Potter
State Lunatic Hospital
New York Politics and Society Notes Collected
A digest of political slang and factional views in New York includes definitions of hard and soft shell hulls, debates on Buffalo platform splits, and a study of Barnburner sentiment. Local notices cover a Mite Society gathering, emigration shifts, Irish labor importation for railroads, and plans by Cleveland and Pittsburgh to extend lines toward Wheeling. Reports on Dr. Rea’s Arctic expedition preparations, King’s oath rumors, Locofoco press hopes for a strong Cabinet, Dauphin affair updates, life insurance inquiries, and a Leith guano shipment exposing preserved human remains.
Democratic Sweep in Connecticut Elections Reported
New Haven notes the Democratic ticket wins statewide with a full party sweep. Four Democratic Congressmen are elected: James T. Pratt C. M. Inger soll O. S. Seymour and Nathan Belcher. Whig challengers were Chapman Baldwin Tyler and Welch. Both legislature houses are Democratic with a strong majority opposing the Maine liquor law. The United States claims vast public lands not yet settled by settlers.
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New Haven
Congress
Maine
Messrs
James T. Pratt
C. M. Ingersoll
O. S. Seymour
Nathan Belcher
Chas. Chapman
Austin Baldwin
Daniel P. Tyler
Wm. Welch
Breathing Well subject sparks debate in Great Valley
Readers recall a Cattaraugus Whig item on the Breathing Well in Great Valley New York. A correspondent argues it ties to a subterranean cavern, while others say atmospheric forces alone drive its puffs. An upcoming season promises a closer investigation into the well and its mysterious “vital functions.”
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Cattaraugus Whig
Great Valley
N. Y
Warren
Steamship Europa Out 13 Days From Liverpool
New York reports Europa has been at sea over thirteen days from Liverpool with no sunset sighting. News from Quebec notes Assembly backing a St Lawrence Ship Canal to boost western trade and raise Canada vessel tolls. Postmaster Kendall confirmed at New Orleans. Dr. Castellon to Washington replaces Letta. cabinet changes considered unfounded. Meggs oversees capitol extension. Senate to adjourn Monday. review of Calhoun in North American Review cited. A dead letter with 2500 dollars found in Washington office.
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New York
Europa
Liverpool
Gen. Scott
12Th St
Havanna
King
Quebec
St. Lawrence
Lake Champlain
Lake Erie
Canada
Wasuteron
George W. Kendall
The
Picayune
New Orleans
Cushing
Kennedy
Sliedel
Central America
Great Britain
State Department
Nicaravgua
Dr. Castellon
Washington
Letta
England
Buchanan
Col. Benton
Lieut. Meggs
Capitol
Senate
North American Review
Calhoun
Congress
Banks and growth of Pennsylvania finance over the years
A historical survey traces Pennsylvania banking from 1793 with the Bank of the United States and Bank of North America, through 1853 when fifty banks operated in the state. It notes population figures, canal and railroad development, and rising county counts, alongside commentary on currency and debt. It also reports on Fort Laramie winters, African migrations, and global naval force context.
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N. Y. Observer
Gen. Taylor
Zachary Taylor
United States of America
Col
Richard Taylor
Bank of Pennsylvania
Bank of North America
Bank of the United States
Congress of the United States
Philadelphia
Commonwealth
New York
Massachusetts
Pennsylvania
Tomato cultivation and healthful uses noted in Germantown Telegraph
The article extols tomatoes as highly esteemed for medicinal value and culinary uses, advising sandy soil, manure at planting, hoeing, and stakes to protect fruit. It notes yellow and red varieties and highlights profit from early tomato crops near large markets.
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Barty
Germantown
State Lunatic Asylum at Harrisburg Details Yearly Report
From the Annual Report of the Trustees of the State Lunatic Asylum at Harrisburg. The building houses over 300, with 106 inmates at year end. Admissions 118, discharges 48: 13 cured, 16 improved, 10 stationary, 7 died, 2 eloped. Revenue $38,385.21, $28,000 from the State. Trustees seek $20,000 state appropriation to maintain hospital $10,000, build and outdoor expenses $4,000, cover prior-year deficiencies and furniture $6,000. Since opening, 155 total admissions 67 males, 88 females. occupations and origins listed, many born in Pennsylvania. Insurance case notes caution against multiple policies. Detroit flour in store 95,000 bbls. Mississippian assault incident at Warrenton wood yard ends with serious injury and abduction.
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State Lunatic Asylum
Harrisburg
Pennsylvania
Ireland
Wales
Germany
Maryland
Ohio
Massachusetts
England
Virginia
New York
Arrival of the Arctic Brings Passengers and News from Abroad
The Collins steamship Arctic from Liverpool docked with 61 passengers. Reports note Easter adjournment in Parliament, pacific French intentions, Windsor Castle fire, a large address with 562,848 signatures, wage strikes rising, and Lady Franklin’s Star Isabel due to sail. International affairs cover Spain, Lombardy, and Hungarian emigration, with fleet movements amid tensions. The article also mentions Hungarian refugees and leadership changes in New Buda.
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New Yon
Collins
Arctic
Liverpool
Enatano
M. Ducos
Marine
Ewart
M. P
Prince of Wales’ Tower
Windsor Castle
America
Stafford House
Dutchess of Sutherland
France
Spaix
Journal Des Debats
M. Florente
Bro’s
London
Germany
Italy
Lombardy
Kossuth
Mazzina
Madiai
Leghorn
Turkey
Russia
Constantinople
Paris
Mediterranean
German Bitters Praised By Philadelphia Ad
We hail Ger man Bitters sold by Dr C M Jackson at 120 Arch Street Philadelphia as an exemplary remedy for dyspepsia and debility. The elixir is pleasant to taste and suitable for delicate stomachs, with broad press acclaim suggesting it should reach every family troubled by dyspepsia.
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C. M. Jackson
Arch Street
Philadelphia
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Courier and Enquirer
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Softshell Hunker
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Wheeling
Ohio River
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Dr. Rea
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Kixe
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Havana
Pratt
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Brougham
Times
Detroit Tribune
Detroit
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Ile
Chicago Tribune
Ujhazy
New Buda
Texas
Joseph Matthenyi
Hungary
Uhazy
Hohensack
Hobensack
Hobenack
J. N. Hobensack
Warren County
Joan Garsrarrn
Erie
L. Wermore
Joan Jupson
Rufus P. Kina
Register and Recorder
Joan KF. McPherson
Geo. N. Panmure
James Foreman
Irvine
Johnson & Brown
Kinzua
Jonyx Dirmars
Sugar Grove
Sarah Barr
John Barr
Barr
Sunbury & Erie Railroad Company
Treas
L. Rogers
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