Rival Railroads debated for Erie and Pennsylvania interests
The Erie Gazette weighs rivalry between Sunbury and Erie Railroad and Pittsburgh and Erie Road. It argues both projects serve Pennsylvania interests, with Erie trade potential and Philadelphia lake access at stake, urging legislators to protect rights and promote the planned improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie Gazette
Friends of
Philadelphia
Pittsburgh and
Erie
Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh and Erie
Ntarrisburgh
George Chambers Named Associate Judge of Supreme Court
George Chambers has been appointed Associate Judge of the Supreme Court succeeding the late Thomas Burnside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Chambers
Supreme Court
Thomas Burnside
Higher Law Stirs Debate Across Centuries
The piece cites Seward and past leaders like Henry Clay Amos Kendall and Jackson aides to illustrate how the Higher Law was once deemed legitimate government guidance. It contrasts earlier approval with modern charges of treason for voicing the doctrine, noting shifting public reaction and a quip about who struck Billy Patterson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Seward
Henry Clay
California
United States
Gen. Jackson
Amos Kendal
Postmaster General Rule on Advertising Uncalled-For Letters
The Post Master General explains the fifth section of the new postage law for advertising lists of uncalled-for letters. It sets frequency by quarterly gross receipts, from six weeks up to weekly in large cities, with one newspaper chosen by largest local circulation. Each insertion costs one cent per letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
New York
Baltimore
Boston
Question of retrograde movement and state taxes in 1830s rhetoric
Du Quesne critiques the Locos and threatens higher liabilities for taxpayers. He urges Gov. Johnston to stay true to promises and asks Whigs and Locofocos in the Senate to vote against burdens, framing the issue as crucial for the Commonwealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Johnston
Senate
Letter From Aaron Ericson On Southerner Storm
The Rochester Democrat prints a long letter from Aaron Ericson a passenger on the Southerner during the late storm. The editor refutes the paper's loss claim noting Ericson left the ship at anchor on a passing boat and the steamer later reached Detroit with only minor damage.
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Tur
Soumannna
Rochester Democrat
Aaron Ericson
Erickson
The
Democrat
Detroit
Whigs Suffer Albany Defeat Amid Register Backlash
The Albany Whigs were defeated on Tuesday as the Albany Register and its Silver Gray followers disrupt party unity. The Buff. Express notes these resignations and pledges against Whig candidates, warning the Administration’s supporters hurt Whig strength and the mayoralty in Albany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae Allmany Cory
Albany
Albany Register
Washington
Cotton Union Committee
New York
Buff. Express
Magnetic telepathy claims spread from Paris to New York
The Courier Des Etas Unis and the New York Day Book report experiments by Mr. Gandon and his nephew Mr. Goudenaut alleged to show instant mind to mind communication. The 17 year old nephew allegedly reads written text at a distance as the uncle sees and dictates, with no apparatus or tricks.
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Paris
Havre
Gandon
Gochenaut
New York City
Courier Des Etas Unis
M. Gandon
Mr. Goudenaut
Goudernaut
Homer
Courier
New York Day
Balt. Sun
Directors plan Buffalo and State Line line via Dunkirk change
The Buffalo and State Line Railroad directors will run the line to Dunkirk instead of Fredonia, but the reason for the route change is not given. The Westfield Messenger notes Jamestown Journal says J. D. Sanford sold his stake in that paper to Tinker and Dennison who will publish it hereafter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo and State Line Railroad Company
Dunkirk
Fredonia
Westfield Messenger
Met
Jamestown Journal
J. D. Sanford
Messrs. Tinker & Dennison
St. Louis
Col. Benton
Bius
amai-Benton
Sbe
Anon Burr
Henry Clay
Missouri
Anthony Wayne
Council Bluffs
Appropriation Bill Nears Passage in Harrisburg Debate
From Harrisburg Correspondence notes the Appropriation Bill faces passage in the house with large sums approved for North Branch and Postage Road projects. Critics condemn excessive spending and warn the Canal Commissioners and party factions risk increasing state debt and taxes, while Gov Johnston touted a sinking fund reducing indebtedness.
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Harrissuano
House
Yeas
Messrs
Benedict
Bigelow
Blair
Brindle
Cassiday
Demers
Dorian
Downer
Dunn
Ely
Evans
Berks
Feather
Fegel
Freeman
Goodwin
Gossler
Griffith
Guffey
Hague
Hemphill
Huplet
Jackson
Laughlin
Leech
Leet
Lilly
Linton
McCune
McKean McReynolds
Mowry
Wyoming
Oulwine
O'Neil Patten
Penniman
Reckhow
Reifsnyder
Rhey
Rhoads Riddle
Shugert
Shull
Simpson
Skinner
Souder
Thomas
Cessna
Scouller
Shaeffer
Slifer
Struthers
Trone
Walker
Locotocos
Senate
Gov. Johnston
Awful accident in Murry Canada West ends man in two
A young man near a circular sawmill in Murry Canada West was killed when his coat caught in the saw, instantly tearing him in two. Reports note similar machinery accidents linked to clothing catching on moving equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murry
Canada West
Alexander Nominated Associate Judge of Warren County
Harrisburg papers report Dr. James A. Alexander of Youngsville nominated by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate as Associate Judge of Warren County. An old county resident, he is described as sound, upright, and reliable, with the Governor's sagacity credited to the selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jupox
Harrisburg
James A. Alexander
Youngsville
Warren County
Senate
Alexander
Gunners urged to test rifles from Meadville advertiser
The notice invites buyers to try firearms from Mr. Forker of Meadville, praising him as a hardworking, industrious young man and offering a fair test of rifles. It stresses accuracy and reliability from a “hard shot” without bragging.
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Forker
Meadville
May issue of Gody's Lady's Book praised for flowers and art
The May issue is richly embellished with The Language of Flowers and Spring and features contributions from Mrs. Sarah J. Hale and Mrs. B. I. Ellet. After June 30 postage will drop to two cents for 1500 copies, and subscribers direct from Philadelphia receive the book about two weeks earlier than dealers, postage now seen as no object.
Cows Reportedly Speak English Predict End of World
Rumors in various sections claim cows have begun talking in clear English and predict the world will end in June or July, sparking sensational chatter among locals.
Jenny Lind Portrait Finished by Mr Merrill in Town
The Swedeworthy singer Jenny Lind appears in town as portrait by Mr Merrill nears completion inviting public viewings. Citizens urged to call soon for a peek at the noted figure’s likeness.
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Jenny Lind
Exchange paper advice and fire note from a 19th-century page
The column blends social commentary with moralizing advice for women, mocking cosmetics and promoting temperate living, while reporting a minor fire at Mr Morrison’s house extinguished by the Engine. It mentions ongoing building at the east end of the Exchange and hints at town fire department reorganizations. It also covers lectures for young ladies and a Cambridge marriage note involving S W Dabney and Harriet Webster.
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Manrigo
Cambridge
Mass
S. W. Dabney
Fayal Azores
Harriet W
Webster
New York Express
Fayal
Argus
Hams and cigars sold by A. S. Dewey advertised
Burlington Burlington Sentinel notes an advertisement from A. S. Dewey selling hams and cigars both smoked and unsmoked. The page includes general ad copy and assorted wry, quotable lines about money and effort. A crude racial insult appears in a juvenile remark about a mule driver in Jamacca.
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CGA
Burlington Vt. Sentinel
A. S. Dewey
Tragedy in New York: Woman Shoots Man in Lexington Ave
In New York on Thursday morning around 8 in Lexington Avenue near Bed Street, Hugh Fletcher, living with Izabeth Clarke, threatened to shoot her. Clarke armed with a pistol loaded with slugs confronted Fletcher and shot him in the neck. Fletcher is not expected to recover. Clarke was arrested.
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New York
Lexington Avenue
Bed Street
Hugh Fletcher
Izabeth Clarke
Fletcher
Col Monroe Relieved at Santa Fe Amid Indian Threats
The move prompts talk of a militia and volunteer command led by Major Weigtman, famed in Doniphan era battles. Washington signals blame on the government for neglecting frontier defense as settlers brace to defend New Mexico and Texas from Indian depredations.
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Monroe
Santa Fe
New Mexico
Weigtman
Mexico
Doniphan
Sacramento
Washington
Journal of Commerce
Texas
California
Congress
Death of Hon. Ransom Halloway Highlighted in Local Notice
The National Intelligencer notes the death of Hon. Ransom Halloway, former Thirty-fifth Congress member from New York. He died at Mount Pleasant, Prince George's county, Maryland, from typhoid fever and bowel inflammation after about two weeks of illness. Remains to be moved to New York for burial.
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Hattowar
Ransom Halloway
New York
Mount Pleasant
Prince George's County
Maryland
National Intelligencer
Luesday
Fever hospital admits 134 from Blanche ship in New Orleans
Reports list 134 patients from the British ship Blanche admitted to the New Orleans Hospital with ship fever, alongside 63 more from the same vessel. Other updates note Havana lumber orders, Dr. Hitcheck’s assignment, and Treasury circulars to Consuls.
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Bauuimann
Blanche
N. Orleans
Havana
Georgia
Cadiz
Chas. Hitcheck
Savannah
U. S. Army
California
Pacific
Cost of a World’s Fair visit from New York to London
The New York Tribune estimates travel costs to attend the World’s Fair. Expenses include steamer 200, gratuities 5, railroad 14, four weeks in London 85, hackhire 16, amusements 25, Paris trip 15, one week in Paris 40, with a 30 percent cautionary add-on.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worton
New York ‘Tribune
London
Hackhire
Paris
First Vessels Reach Port From Winter Quarters
Montreal reports the first ships have arrived in port from winter quarters. Navigation to Quebec remains eluded as crews assess routes and conditions for spring onward travel.
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Montreal
Quebec
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Aren, Pa
Sunbury and Erie Railroad
Tweedledum
Twedledee
Billy Patterson
Pittsburgh Gazette
Alabama
South
Puarns
Lt. M
Bill Conner
Red River
Conner
Bacchante
Minera Resources of Pennsylvania
Legislature of
Albert
Cass
Louisville Journal
Home Matters
GFA
Dell Canal
Marlborough
Spain
England
Jamacca
Lapr
Wasmnetos
Treasury
Fillmore
Diserxsats
Wheeling
Roy Tompkins
Carmiste, Pa
Dickinson College
Provivencr
Thomas Stead
Wardwell
Jacob Crimpy
Cincinnati
Scott
Symmes
Nantucket Roads
Pevern
Symmea
Wasusotosx
Department of State
Lima
J. Story
U.S. Navy
Victoria
Panama
Callao
P. M
Virginia
North Carolina
Louisiana
Acorn
Coombs
Hornet
Nememrau Waters
Pleasant Township
Iest
Krunitz
Towle Couse
Towle Couse & Co
Orr . Henry
ORR
Henry
Warren
Pittsburgh
Hackney
WM. H. Forker
Summerton & Church
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