Harrisgate June Convention urged for 1859 nominees
Citizens of Philadelphia and nearby counties urged to send delegates to a Harrisgate convention on June 8 1859 to nominate Auditor General and Surveyor General candidates for the October election. Henry M Fuller chairs and Wm B Mann is secretary. New York registry law reforms voting lists and inspector duties. A liquor bill supplement allows courts to consider inn and tavern necessity for licenses. Next Senate outlook sparks Republican optimism. several Democrats up for replacement. Exemption law extended to allow widows and children to retain funds in various forms. Dexterville counterfeiting case recalled with discovery of counterfeit notes. columnist comments on public mood. Pikes Peak gold rumor noted as likely pretext for filibustering into Northern Mexico.
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Not Guilty Verdict in Sickles Murder Trial Ends Court Scene
After a one hour ten minute absence the jury returns with a Not Guilty verdict for Daniel Sickles. Court cheers erupt as the foreman declares the accused not guilty and Sickles is discharged amid a frenzied crowd outside the City Hall and escorted to a carriage.
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Orphan Definition Question Decided by Supreme Court
Justice Read of the Supreme Court settles the long mooted question of what constitutes an orphan in legal terms. The ruling states an orphan is a fatherless child, clarifying that Girard College’s policy requiring both parents dead for admission is not aligned with legal standards. The opinion recounts Stephen Girard’s life and his charitable legacy.
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Dissolution of Parliament and looming European war
The piece argues for a British dissolution and general election as a test of Reform, warning that if ministers are kept in power Reform may pass. otherwise a larger reform may follow. It notes a looming continental war, Austrian movements in Italy, French stock declines, and possible Piedmont invasion, urging grain and meat planting for next fall. It also retells a jealousy tale and critiques Sarsaparilla industry and Dr Ayer’s preparations.
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Dive Done a Bell and the Warren Mansion House Bell
A nostalgic sketch about Warren s Old Mansion House Bell once a town regulator. It describes the bell’s daily roles waking sleepers, guiding cooks, signaling quitting time, guiding clocks, and announcing fires with a distinctive clanging that echoed across hills.
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Masonic Lodge Mourns Fallen Member With Preamble of Faith
The lodge marks a brother’s death with Christian resignation and masonic praise for his fidelity. It vows three months of mourning, public notices, and a condolent letter to his daughter Mrs Octavia R Goodwin, honoring his virtues and service amid donations listed for staple goods.
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