Democratic Assemblyman Nomination Sparks Party Critique
The editorial critiques G. W. Scofield for party loyalty over constituents, urging Republicans to demand repeal of the Small Bill Law. It notes Whig Conrad G. Carver as a strong district candidate and praises John B. Brown for Assembly, with Brashear and Cunningham named for Venango and Mercer respectively. It references Jefferson county disaffection and reports on Alexander Irvine’s removal and Palmer’s almanac.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John B. Brown
Warren Co
Robert A. Brashear
Venango
J. 8S. Cunningham
Mercer Co
G. W. Scofield
Scofield
Warren County
Conrad G. Carver
Mercer
Messrs. Carvers
Hoge
Free Soil
Wine Assembly
Brown
James S. Cunningham
Cunningham
Assembly Candidates Named in Mercer District Race
Gc Morris Leech of Mercer and John W. Shugart of Venango join two other Democrat contenders for the Assembly seat in the district.
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Morris Leech
Mercer
John W. Shugart
Venango
Assembly
Hoge Seen as Democratic Senatorial Hope in Mercer Area
The Mercer district comprising Mercer Venango and Warren counties eyes Democratic nominee Mr. Hoge of Mercer. The ex Legislature member supports the Small Bill Law and seeks the nomination urged by this county. A local observer jokes about sign boards and temperance voters affecting Hoge's chances here.
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Mercer
Venango
Warren
Hoge
Harriisburgh
Democratic Meeting at Court House Probes Scofield Vote
A Democratic gathering near Harrisburg discusses Mr Scofield’s stance on the Small Bill Law. The note questions his long speech and claims he voted against the bill on final passage, contrasting with published official records and suggesting fear of political unpopularity influenced his actions.
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Court House
Scofield
James
Harrisburg
Ledger charges and Gody's Lady's Book October issue
The Ledger attacks are dismissed as ridiculous while affirming undisputed charges. Gody's Lady's Book for October arrives early, praised as beautiful and engaging as in past issues.
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Gody
An Indian Burial Near Warren Borough 1850
A first person account of an Indian funeral on the New York riverbank near Warren. The story recalls Little Johnny Watts, his illness from consumption, the family’s grief, the bow and arrows laid in the grave, a chieftain’s speech warning of white influence, and a nine night vigil with food and candle provisions for the journey to the Spirit Land.
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New York
Johnny Watts
Ile
Spirit Land
Democratic Nominations and Curtis in the Tariff Fight
The Erie Gazette notes Curtis of Warren is nominated for Congress by Democrats and faces questions over his tariff stance. The paper urges Curtis to state his true position boldly, while praising Walker as a plain protective tariff advocate and demanding clear, unambiguous candor from both candidates.
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Curtis
Warren
Congress
Warren County
Clarion
McCandle
Walker
Erie Gazette
Readability and agricultural measures in Toehold township report
John B Brown Esq presents figures for Toehold township showing literacy deficits and agricultural production for the year. It lists the number who cannot read or write, and yields including 326 bushels of corn, 85 oats, 7,004 pounds of wheat flour, and 37,270 pounds of butter.
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John B. Brown
Toehold
Vote the Test and Whig Unity in Erie County
The piece notes a winter House vote on a Small Bill Law with portraits of members. It lists 37 Whigs in the YEAS and a broad list of NAYS. It urges Erie County voters to back Mr. Walker, aiming for a strong Whig majority. The Buffalo Commercial Advertiser explains Foote’s leave to return from Bogota. It also reports Erie County’s push to secure a Walker majority and notes Michigan harvest optimism with crop prospects.
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Yeas
Black
Brindle
Cessna
Church
Conyngham
Cridland
Dobbins
Downer
Dunn
D. Evans
J. C. Evans
Feather
Finletter
Gibboney
Griffin
Guffey
Haldeman
Hastings
Hemphill
Henry
Hoge
Huplet
Jackson
Klotz
Laird
Leech
Leet
McClintock
McCulloch
McCurdy
Marx
Meek
Meyers
Molloy
Morris
Mowry
Nickleson
Packer
Porter
Rhey
Roberts
Robinson
Scofield
Scouter
Shaffner
Simpson
W. A. Smith
Souder
Steward
Stockwell
Trone
Watson
Wells
Zerby
McCalmont
Speaker
Locofocos
Nays
Mesers
Acker
Allison
Baker
Baldwin
Bent
Biddle
Bowen
Brower
Burden
Cornyn
David
Duncan
Nipey
W. Evans
Ewing
Flowers
Fortner
G. H. Hart
Hart
Jones
Kinkead
Leonard
Lewis
Little
McLaughlin
Miller
Sissley
O'Neill
Powell
Reid
Rutherford
Stifter
W. Smith
Smyser
Steel
Walker
Williams
Tur Cuares
Bocota
Buffalo Commercial Advertiser
Department of State
Thomas M. Foote
Bogota
U. States
Foote
Taylor
New
Grenada
Erie County
Eric
Eftern
Erie Gazette
Oceanic voyage notes from the Laci St. George steamer stop
A New York Commercial correspondent aboard the steamer notes a visit to Ska and St. George's Cl, describes elevations of offshore features in Nova Scotia, and records temperatures from 40 degrees rising toward the Atlantic midpoint as the voyage proceeds.
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Ickpgros
Ska
New York
Commiercial
St. George's Cl
Nova Scotia
Atlantic
Letter from Prof Webster reveals contrition and private warning
The August 6 letter from J W Webster to Francis Parkman, conveyed via Rev Dr Putnam, expresses deep remorse for causing family affliction, asks for forgiveness, and requests privacy while informing Parkman’s family of his penitent state and prayers. The message emphasizes innocence claimed by the family and Webster’s ongoing concern for their welfare.
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Bostos
Putnam
Webster
Boston
Francis Parkman
J. W. Webster
Resignation of Mr McKennan Overshadows Cabinet Affairs
The resignation is blamed on many causes with letters claiming he planned no exit. The Washington Post notes dissatisfaction with Chief Clerk Goddard and claims of loosening authority, while critics call the reports nonsense and say no promises bind McKennan.
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McKennan
Ewing
Fillmore
Washington
The
Evening Post
Goddard
Vinton
Ohio
Ile
SmalL Notes Law Largely Ignored in Pittsburgh
Small notes pass as readily in Pittsburgh and Allegheny as ever. The law, in effect a nullity, began operation on the 21st of this month and is generally disregarded. Honorable officers charged with enforcement avoid observing violations, rendering the act ineffective here and elsewhere.
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Pittsburgh
Allegheny
Pitt. Gaz
Locofoco
New Castle Gaz
Local party rift over dissenting members eyed for removal
The Harrisburg Union notes internal strife as leaders call to quiet attacks on Wilmot and Cameron who act independently. It argues reformist voices are needed to unify the party and win against the Federal opposition.
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Wilmot, Cameron, &c
Harrisburg
Astounding Disclosures On The Madison Bank Robbery
On Monday night a cholera victim and Madison Bank convict named Root from Indiana’s Jeffersonville penitentiary disclosed on his deathbed that he was jailed for a Madison Iowa bank robbery of about 28 000. He claimed forgery links to a resident of Louisville now reputed worth around one hundred thousand dollars, who denies involvement.
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Madison
Indiana
Jeffersonville
Root
Louisville Courier
Madison Bank
Patent Case Involving Reaction Water Wheel
A U S Circuit Court in equity heard Oliver H. Parker asignee and Zebulon Parker against William Armstrong and others over Parker’s reaction water wheel patent. Judge Irwin awarded a special injunction, dissolved it on bond, then granted a perpetual injunction as the time for answers neared. The case, in Jefferson County, then referred to a master to assess profits from the defendant’s use.
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United States Circuit Court
Equity
Irwin
Oliver HI. Parker
Zebulon Parker
William Armstrong
Parker
Jefferson County
O. H. Parker
Messrs
Stanton
Sweitzer
Reid
McCandless
Knox
Professor Webster Family Fund Raised in Boston Aid Drive
A Boston circulation seeks 20 000 for the wife and children of Professor Webster to secure their livelihood. Mrs George Parkman heads a 500 gift list. Subscriptions near the target. Jailer Mr Andrews says Webster maintains firm resolve and has not eaten hastily. Family visited him last week. date of execution to be fixed. only relatives and clergy may visit.
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Wesstre
Boston
Webster
George Parkman
Andrews
London society seeks ban on balloon ascent by Green the Adronaut
The London Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals urges magistrates to prohibit Green the Adronaut from balloon ascents on horseback. It proposes using a wood horse as a substitute, arguing the peril to a noble animal is unnecessary and unjustifiable.
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Crurury
Ro Ayimans
London Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
Magistracy
Green
Adronaut
Mount V arnoux steamboat landings authorized
The Republic reports Mr. Washington, owner of the family home and sepulchre relative, has granted steamboat proprietors limited landings on three days weekly. Restrictions include barring a bar and preventing disturbances. Privileged trips to start soon.
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Mount Varnoux
The
Republic
Washington
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Henry W. Snyder
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