Returned Californian and California mining conditions
Mr Russell Willson, returning after fourteen months in California, recounts a 44 day voyage from Panama to New York via long delays and illness. He notes scarce vegetables, high prices, and hard mining life, cautioning that 19 of 20 go to California return with less than their outlay. many seek funds to return home. Jamestown Journal.
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Russel Willson
California
Panama
David Sabin
Ntocktua
San Francisco
Chagres
New York
Dinnin
Hangtown Diggings
Winsor
Rexford
Hangtown
Bay
Pittsburgh
Jamestown
New York and Erie and Erie and North East Railroad Pact
The New York and Erie and the Erie and North East railroads agree on track width and completion by June 1851. New York will stock the line for eight years with eight percent annual return, plus a pro rata share of any excess profits. Plans include extending to Dunkirk and a distant link to the Pennsylvania line, forming a Pittsburgh to New York route via Erie by rail and steamers to Chicago.
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New York and Erie Railroad Company
Erie and North East Railroad Company
Erie and North East Company
New York and Erie
New York Company
Dunkirk
Chicago
Erie
New York
Enon Valley
Pittsburgh
Pitt. Gaz
Coal shipments and prices in Schuylkill mines market
The Philadelphia News reports last week coal sent to market reached 46 512 tons from Schuylkill mines and 20 000 tons by canal. Yearly shipments up 180 076 tons due to a six week spring suspension. Delaware Coal Co cuts prices, egged stove coal at Richmond fixed at 3 20, miners journal says cost delivered on board at Richmond is 3 60, motive unclear.
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Schuylkill
Delaware Coal Company
Richmond
Miner's Journal
Phil. News
New Orleans Grace Marks Visiting Father Mathew
The Mayor and General Council extended hospitalities to Father Mathew, but the Crescent understands he will stay with Reverend Mr. Mypoe while in the city.
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New Orleans
Father Mathew
Crescent
Myp Oe
Gold dust hoax trips San Francisco merchants at sea port
The letter warns of a planned fraud by flooding the port with spurious metal resembling gold dust from Mexican ports. It notes shipments via steamer California and ongoing arrangements to supply fake metal, urging merchants to stay alert to counter the scheme.
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Cattrronsta
California
Pacific Coast
Alta California
Iron Houses Pioneer Builds Fireproof Modular Dwellings
A New York inventor describes iron houses with a rigid cast pillar frame, sheet iron walls floors and shutters, and an air air chamber for fireproofing. The modular sections interlock and can be assembled or reassembled in hours, with roofs and walls integrated for strength and weather resistance.
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New York
The
Tribune
Grinnell Expedition Awaits Congressional Grant
Grinnell's expedition readies to sail and seeks Congress to approve men and supplies. With ships on route a swift Arctic summer is expected, as Baffin's Bay and Lancaster Sound clear. Tribline notes committees in both houses plan unanimous support for the petition.
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Grinnell
Congress
Baffin’s Bay
Lancaster Sound
Tribune
Crops Promising Despite Frosts in Harrisburg Area
The Harrisburg Union reports that despite a severe spring and recent heavy frost, crops in the area look highly promising. Wheat fields cover the ground in rich green growth and grasses are advancing rapidly, giving farmers prospects of an abundant harvest.
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Harrisburg
Wedneday
Three Siblings Born to Woman on Philip Street Philadelphia
A Philadelphia woman on Philip Street welcomed three healthy children Wednesday two boys and a girl.
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Philip Street
Philadelphia
Election to Decide Canal Auditor General and Judges
The Warren Mail discusses upcoming state elections for Canal Commissioner Auditor General and Surveyor General for three year terms. It notes a constitutional amendment on electing judges and county officers a Prosecuting Attorney and Surveyor. The piece lauds popular office elections as a curb on executive control and warns against demagoguery in any system.
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San Jose
Judiciary Committee
Crittenden
Judiciary Committee of the Assembly
Randolph
Henley
Wheeler
San Francisco
Santa Barbara
Junius
The Compromise Faces Senate Defeat Amid Debate
The Buffalo Express argues the compromise bill for the slavery controversy will be defeated in the Senate by 7 to 12 votes. It criticizes the thirteen member committee as impractical and incongruous and urges returning to the President's platform as the feasible path. The paper predicts Northern sentiment will push Congress to reject the compromise.
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Buffalo Express
Senate
Clay
Committee of Thirteen
Congress
The New-York and Erie Railroad Promises Fast Growth
The Tribune praises rapid railway progress as the nation’s glory and forecasts much quicker travel to New York California and distant lands. It argues steam and lightning will replace slow journeys and imagines future feats including trips to Patagonia Siberia and the moon.
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the Tribune
New-York and Erie Railroad
N. York
California
Patagonia
Siberia
Cape of Good Hope
Locomotive Corroborates Maysville Slavery Debate
Northern Citizen reports from Maysville Kentucky that politically the area is divided on slavery. Democrats are described as pro slavery, exemplified by The Flag and Congressman R. H. Stanton, while Whigs favor the Proviso, with Congress viewed as disgraceful but censured.
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Tne
Trauta
J. P
Locotoco
Northern Citizen
Maysville
Congress
R. H. Stanton
No License Granted by Town Board of Excise
The town board of excise voted on the sixth to grant no licenses for intoxicating drinks for the coming year. The editorial notes the reversal of several members from earlier pro-license votes and praises their temperance stance. It asserts liquor-selling petitions cannot prevail. The piece ends with a call for courage. Northern Citizen.
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Board of Excise
German Invents Incombustible Roofing Paper
A new incombustible paper for roofing houses has been invented in Germany. The development promises enhanced fire resistance for structures and may impact construction practices and roofing material standards in the near future.
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Germany
Legislature adjournment uncertain over apportionment bill
The Legislature delays final action on the apportionment bill as conference committee deliberations continue. The bill would create a single senator for Tioga Potter M Kean Elk Warren and Jefferson and a three member assembly district including Mercer Venango and Warren. Whigs vow to resist while Locofocos hint at capitol celebration on July 4. Senate votes 20 to 12 in conference report.
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Tioga
Potter
M*kean
Elk
Warren
Jefferson
Mercer
Venango
Onys
Senate
Taylor gains ground with public in New York Tribune
The New York Tribune asserts President Taylor earns growing public confidence among Congress members Whigs and the people who knew him as brave and honest. A June issue announces a new July start for Peterson's Ladies National Magazine with four engravings and nineteen contributors and invites subscriptions.
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Paesipayr Taylor
The
New-York Tribune
Congress
Whig Party
Gen. Taylor
Peterson
Charles J. Peterson
Philadelphia
American Railway Guide for April Issued by Curran Dinsmore
The April American Railway Guide is a useful reference with correct tables for start times from all stations distances and fares on all US railroad lines. It includes a map of the lines across the United States and is published by Curran Dinsmore of New York.
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United States
Curran Dinsmore
New York
Just So A New York Patent Medicine Man Sells Plant
A New York patent medicine manufacturer recently sold his machinery for 828000 and the goodwill of his business for 100000. He built up a profitable concern largely through advertising and now faces its end.
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New York
Gen Bickell Takes Office as New State Treasurer
General Bickell assumed duties as state treasurer on the 6th inst. He is described as a man of capacity and integrity.
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Bickell
New States
Angers Bridge Disaster Kills Soldiers in Flooded Crossing
A French infantry squadron crossing the Basse Maine suspension bridge at Angers collapses after the right bank fails. Beams and planks are sent to aid survivors as waves wash away many soldiers. The bridge had undergone costly repairs a year prior and endured hurricane winds.
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France
Angers
Nantes
Basse Maine
Ith
Keel Boats Boost Freight Between Pittsburgh and Franklin
The article highlights keel boats as a safer cheaper freight link on the Allegheny River, moving flour pork iron nails and groceries from Pittsburgh to Franklin and beyond. It notes transit times of ten to twelve days from Pittsburgh and two to three days return, with land transport avoided during low water. The piece also advertises Corrace Lecturnts from Sunday School Union about Binyan's Pilgrim's Progress with sale in Philadelphia or Erie and a June July Erie visit by Mr. Martin Allen.
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Allegheny River
Pittsburgh
Ridgeway
Elk Co
Olean
Franklin
Vom
Sunday School Union
Binyan
General Depository
Philadelphia
Martin Allen
Erie
Allen
Last Merch Captured After Livery Stables Hire
Geo Lyons hired a horse and buggy at Peabody Lang livery in this borough to go to Randolph New York and back in three days. Lang pursued him to Bradford County Pennsylvania, found the property, and Lyons was arrested and committed for trial at the June term. He was lodged in jail.
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Elf Willliams
Peabody & Lang
Randolph
N. Y
Lang
Bradford County
Justice Brown
Geo, Lyons
Dentist Magill at Carver House Removes Nuisance
Dr. Magill, a dentist, is at the Carver House with appliances to remove a troublesome nuisance. His facilities for this purpose are matched only by his skill. He is located at No. 18, third story.
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Toorache
Magill
Carver House
Mullinery Trends At Warren Saloon For Spring Fashion
New bonnets and hats are praised as fine for ladies and essential when markets allow. Those seeking the spring fashions can be accommodated at the Warren Saloon.
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Warren
Baker Family Proclaimed Best Vocalists in Lancaster
The Baker Family are thriving in Lancaster Ohio with consistent success as the Gazette calls them the best company of vocalists in the country.
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Lancaster
Ohio
Gazette
Lumber and keel boats move toward southern market
A large amount of lumber passed through last week destined for the southern market. Most was produced since spring. Three keel boats were in operation during the last six days.
History and Practice of Aeronautics described in balloon ascent
The Philadelphia Inquirer cites J Wise's History and Practice of Aeronautics. It recounts experiments at high altitude with a bee and linnet released at 8000 and 11000 feet, the latter returning to the balloon stays. A pigeon also behaves cautiously, then dives into clouds. Wise notes a cloud conversation with Mr. Paulin during a ascent.
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J. Wise
Philadelphia Inquirer
Mr. Paulin
Body Found In Allegheny River Near Patterson Falls
The body of a heavy set man about 5 feet 8 inches tall and aged 25 to 28 was recovered from the Allegheny River half a mile above Patterson Falls on the 30th. An inquest was held and the clothes were left with Widow Beals of Rockland Township for identification. Reported by Daniel Smith of Rockland.
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Deap
Allegheny River
Pattersons Falls
Beals
Rockland Township
Dan
Smith
Rockland
Pranklin
Arrival of the Cambria and European Dispatches
The Cambria arrived with M D Bodiseo the Russian Minister and Bullock the Savannah Railroad defaulter in tow. Parliament met as England faces tariff talk and naval supplies. Greek trade suffers from the blockade. France and England pact to cut postage, and Austria notes moves on Prussia and the Protestant push in Bohemia and Hungary.
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New York
The
Cambria
M. D. Bodiseo
Bullock
Savannah Railroad Company
Austria
Croatia
Asia Minor
Bathyany
Prussia
Europe
Bohemia
Hungary
More Manufactories Stop in Baltimore Area
The Baltimore American reports several cotton factories in the vicinity have halted operations due to depressed cotton goods prices and higher raw material costs. Some mills will operate on half time after Sextmonth, with brown cotton manufacturers almost entirely stopped. The piece mocks the British Tariff of 1846 and argues for free trade as locotoco comment.
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Baltimore American
Sextmonth
Pitt. Gazette
Pirate Tax and Church Ornament Delusions in Hamburg
A sensational bill of work claims a famed tourist presented beautification and ornamentation services for the Lutheran Church at Hamburg. Items include gilding wings of Gabriel, painting Mary Magdalen, brightening devil figures, and supplying apostles. The odd charges mix religious figures with fanciful tasks and moral satire.
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Hamburg
Europe
Pontius Pilate
Angel Gabriel
Mary Magdalen
St. Peter
Wealthy taxpayers in Boston top half million in 1849 list
A pamphlet by J H Eastburn details Boston taxed wealth from 1849. Eight individuals, co partners and firms paid over 500000, seven paid 100000 to 500000, fourteen paid 300000 to 400000, twenty five paid 200000 to 300000, and 125 paid 100000 to 200000. Notables named include Abbott Lawrence and Robert G Shaw among those taxed over half a million. Beloit College received 10000 in new gifts from regional donors.
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Boston
J. H. Eastburn
Abbott Lawrence
Robert G. Shaw
David Sears
Jonathan Phillips
Josiah Quincy, Jr
John Welles
Thos. Wigglesworth
John Bryant
Metanchony Coincidence in Calhoun Remains
The Nation al Intelligencer notes a sad coincidence in Calhoun’s removal from Washington. Calhoun traveled to the capital last December with Hon. Mr. Hilliard his wife and their 17 year old son. The youth died and was conveyed south in the same carriage that bore Calhoun’s body.
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National Intelligencer
Calhoun
Washington
Hilliard
Judge Thomas Sends Toast at Worcester Celebration
The Worcester judge Thomas could not attend the Fichburg citizens celebration but sent a toast praising a controversial view on slavery describing a bound captive and the chained relationship with a harsh metaphor highlighting oppression and restraint.
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Worcester
Mass
Fichburg
O'Reilley Wins Contract for Sacramento to San Francisco Telegraph Line
O'Reilley has secured a contract to construct a telegraph line between Sacramento City and San Francisco. The wire for the project will be shipped on the next steamer through the Isthmus.
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Cancasiaatrukgraph
O’reilley
Sacramento City
San Francisco
Isthmus
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John Love, Jr
E. F. Warren
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Stockton
Pomfret
Home Matters
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London Times
Henry Bulwer
Clayton
U. S
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