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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1852
Page
2
A column laments the Warren county Grand Jury bill as wasteful and unwise. It mocks legislators Bonham and Broomall, urges repeal, and praises James for supporting removal of the Small Bill Law despite local unison against the measure.
The piece extols the Maine Liquor Law curbing crime and poverty, urges similar legislation in Pennsylvania, and urges signatories to support temperance petitions. It lists local officials elected in Meadville and commends the Meadville Gazette and Crawford county Whigs. It reports Governor race totals with Bigler ahead 186 499 to 178 034 Johnston.
A Frewsburg resident, A M Thornton, after months of immersion in Spiritual Rappings, regains reason and warns others not to trust such phenomena. He notes no new discovery, only a reminder to use reason and faith, and cautions against curiosity or “fun” that harms judgment.
The Sth lecture by 8 P Johnson Esq at Warren Lyceum on Human Folly drew praise for Johnsonian satire. He ridiculed Spiritual Rappings and associated faddists with a savage, humorous takedown. Notes exist but not printed.
A February 3, 1852 gathering in Warren Borough resolved unanimously to support the Sunbury and Erie Railroad legislation. The committee urged passage of the bill authorizing municipal subscriptions and condemned amendments delaying the project, urging Warren's senators and representatives to vote for the measure.
Letter from Haratspura dated January 29 1852 argues against the Sunbury and Erie Railroad supplement. It notes opposition to municipal stock subscriptions and to voter referral stating such provisions may render the bill unconstitutional. Cites Supreme Court rulings and a Hempfield Railroad case to illustrate issues with popular vote conditions.
J Y James urges commissioners to seek public opinion before subscribing county stock to the Sunbury and Erie Railroad. He notes miller’s claim of spring labor if passed and potential postponement if defeated, and suggests meetings or other methods to certify the people’s view.
In a January 26 1852 Pennsylvania session James of Warren presented a Warren county grand jury presentment on small notes. Debate followed on jurisdiction and propriety with lawmakers like Broomall Kelso Bonhaw Madeira Kilbourn voicing opposition and support. The motion to table failed 40 to 48 and the matter was referred to the Banks Committee.
The 1851 letter from Governor WM Bigler expresses regret at missing the convention in Philadelphia and outlines strong belief in the rail project's value. He cites benefits to Philadelphia commerce, state growth, and westward opportunity, urging opponents to recall past successful public works and urging participation in spirit if not in person.
Report from Wasuketton on February 7 states the President will appoint Col Donivan as Governor of Utah in place of Brigham Young. Clay’s health improves while Mrs Clay’s declines and he may leave for Ashland soon. The Supreme Court orders Wheeling bridge raised to 111 feet with a 300 foot span, dissent by Taney and Daniels. Johnson seeks a draw modification to remove the obstruction.
G Kossuth is confined to bed today due to continued excitement and a cold. His physician orders quiet to prevent serious consequences. Vigorous efforts are under way to raise subscriptions for the Hungarian cause. Gov. Wood is elected President of the Hungarian Association.
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