The British and the Sepoys in Indian Affairs
A historical review of Anglo Indian conflict narratives. It argues many Delhi and Cawnpore atrocity reports were exaggerated or false, notes British retaliation was harsh yet argues for measured mercy, and discusses public sentiment on India’s rebellion and ongoing U S policy debates. The piece also includes political commentary on Cuba and Kansas annexation debates.
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India
Delhi
Cawnpore
England
Cuba
France
Great Britain
Fragments of proverbs and scattered quotes headline a 19th century press page
A Boston style miscellany quotes poets and wits on faith, virtue, and life. It notes famous lines and satirical reflections while referencing figures like Lincoln and Orsini, peppered with moral maxims and social observation. The snippet captures the era’s blend of aphorism, humor, and politics.
Africa coast debate on fates of sable men
The London Times quotes the coast of Africa debate on their treatment. It lists options from shooting, selling, slavery, emigration, apprenticeship to planters, recruitment into the Indian army, naval service, or use for cotton and palm tree cultivation. It also notes Ireland’s emigration averaging about 100,000 annually.
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fRica
London Times
Africa
Acquittal of Hardesty in Boone County Shootout
The Hardesty trial over the Grubb shooting in Burlington, Boone County, concluded with a not guilty verdict after a three day arraignment. Judge Nutall lauded the fair trial and declared the acquittal, amid courtroom applause, while noting the grim hypothetical if harmed.
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Hardesty
Grubb
Burlington
Boone County
Nutall
P. A. Mair
Commonwealth
Execution of Reverend Stovall in New Orleans
The execution of Reverend George W. Stovall, formerly of Virginia, took place in New Orleans on Friday the 17th. The Picayune describes his calm demeanor, hymns in the prison yard, prayers with Dr Palmer and other ministers, and his moving final remarks before the trap fell, declaring repentance and faith. The article reflects on crime and religion and questions the link between bogus religion and crime.
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New Orleans
George W. Stovall
Virginia
Mary Ray Durand
Stovall
Doctor Palmer
County
Jesus
Paradise
God
Doctor Delery
Lord Jeans
Martin County Indiana A Valley of Water Power and Rich Prospects
Martin County in southern Indiana covers about three hundred forty square miles with the White river and Tick creek providing water power. Rich lands border streams with fertile bottom soils and abundant building materials including timber marble lime and sandstone. The Ohio and Mississippi railroad offers low freight and markets for local products. Population rose from 5941 in 1950 to about double. Growth hindered by land held by the Wabash and Erie Canal Company but plans show bright prospects. Doctor Goldsborough of Denton Maryland was stabbed over a quarrel about a word.
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Martin County
Indiana
White River
Tick Creek
Ohio and Mississippi Railroad
Wabash and Erie Canal Company
Congress
Dover Hil
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