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Newspaper
Washington Telegraph
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1857
Page
2
The piece defends the American Party against widespread abuse and demagoguery. It argues opponents misrepresent its principles, cites Jefferson as an American forerunner, and urges noble conduct over partisan self interest in pursuing Americanism.
A treatise argues true greatness lies not in wealth but in virtue, intellect rightly applied, and service to others. It contrasts vain pride in riches with the truly great who elevate moral worth and promote the common good through wise use of time, knowledge, and means.
Major Rollins argues in St Louis that Missouri should decide emancipation by climate emigration and growth rather than force. He supports inviting all peoples to Missouri to develop the state and suggests gradual freeing of the slave system as the slave population dynamics shift, urging nonconflict over emancipation.
The Bee editor denounces the Know Nothing party as a sin born of perjury treason and blood baptism and declares the movement a stupendous lie that has fallen to the lowest depths of infamy and disgrace. The piece ends with a rueful inquiry about the whereabouts of Know Nothingism.
The ladies’ magazine Godeys Lady's Book for September is on the table with no remorse from publisher L A Godey of Philadelphia. It is emphatically the ladies' book. Price three dollars.
The notice announces receipt of Peterson's Magazine for September a valuable monthly. It invites readers to subscribe by sending address to C J Peterson Philadelphia and price 6 2 per year.
A new work by R. P. 7grall M. D. published by Fowler and Wells New York covers Gymnastica Calisthenic and Vocal Exercises for whole-body development and cure of infirmities. Special Medical Gymnastics, Kinesipathy concepts, and manly exercises like swimming sailing rowing and riding are included with educational language and numerous engravings. It targets individuals families clubs and schools with completion in two numbers priced at 1.25.
A short promotional note announces a speech by Horace Mann President of Antioch College titled Demands oF THE AGE on COLLEGE. Fowler & Wails publish the work offering it to the public as an excellent item priced at 20 cents.
The author notes Mr. Wilkins has improved the Mechanical execution of the Bee which reflects on him as a printer The Bee is described as a democratic paper and its number is seen as an index of editorials and party principles A compliment from Mr Horrall is acknowledged yet the piece admits the language in the Bee may be awkward and asks readers to excuse them
The Washington Star reports Brigham Young expressing gratification at relief from gubernatorial cares and pledging that Mormons will respect federal officers who are honest and stay within their duties. He also criticizes the returned territorial officers.
The Telegraph claims Martin County banks paint is of superior quantity, prompting debate over a misread proof. The Bee quotes dispute over bravery, accusing editors of cowardly behavior for harsh coverage and calling for proper attribution and accountability.
An Indianapolis market quote places wheat at 81 10 with a dollar price in hand. B F Meridith, agent for Geo Marshall of Terre Haute, reports engagement of 14 000 bushels, signaling a potentially large surplus for the year despite uncertain prose in the fragment.
The county reports an unusually abundant wheat crop with yields higher than ever. Farmers anticipate significant cash from sales, estimating around 31,000 from wheat alone, aided by good transportation facilities.
Louisiana sugar growers forecast a harvest of 250000 to 300000 hogsheads this year, compared with 7800 hogsheads last year, with prices for sweetening expected to fall.
The article promotes Fluid 6b in attractive bottles at high prices. It claims a cost of four to five cents per gallon and gives a mixing method using sal soda, lime, and water to produce a clear liquor for washing while warning it can be harsh on skin.
The Hickman Argus reports that at least three million bushels of wheat will be shipped from Hickman this season. Wheat is valued at about $1.00 to $1.15 per bushel.
A private Provo letter describes living in Utah with barter for goods rather than cash. Wheat and cattle trade involves a cow valued at thirty dollars, paid in tea coffee and sugar and dry goods. Brigham Young predicts four years of plenty followed by famine, directing granary building for future supply.
A New Orleans letter to Spirit of the Times reports Col. W Williams has bet $1000 to eat 1000 eggs in 41 days 16 hours. Critics call it a foolish display of appetite and note his prior excess of 44 eggs in one sitting.
The essay extols women's influence as a conquering force. It asserts female virtue and affection overpower men more than intellect, arguing love and kindness are the true engines of power that can move households and the world. It cites historical quips about mothers ruling emperors to emphasize the supremacy of affection over intellect.
A mother recalls a moment when her daughter Lizzie questioned why God scolds. Lizzie’s calm reply and tears move the mother to silence and sympathy. The exchange becomes a devotional lesson on restraint and gentle reproach.
A London notice on a meeting led by Prince Albert criticizes royal cost to working families. It claims Albert and family drain public wealth, forcing children into factories while neglecting schooling. The piece frames the monarchy as a constraining evil hindering national well being.
An official table from the Philadelphia Press lists Treasury outlays for new courts, post offices, custom houses, and other public structures in major cities. Notable items include New York and Philadelphia projects, with amounts for the Mint and Bank alterations, plus scattered entries from Buffalo Oswego and San Francisco. The article notes these appropriations in recent years and mentions an ongoing legal case linked to Dr Burdell’s murder.
From St Paul dated August 12 details reach the paper on August 9. Judge Sherbourne proposed a joint committee with Republicans to stage a people’s submission vote on the Constitution, but the motion failed by a three vote margin after debate. The Little Crow band returned from an expedition and killed four Inkpa-duta murderers, delivering scalps to the Sioux agency superintendent. A band of fifteen Chippewa stole from settlers about fifty miles north of St Paul.
Lieut Maxwell orders to sloop Cyelone. Lieut Harris detached from Philadelphia receiving ship. Lieut McCanly ordered to relieve him. Surgeon Addison detached from Cyenne. Surgeon Wheelright to relieve. Surgeon Barclay ordered to relieving ship at Boston. Surveyor General Kansas Nebraska to plot land ceded to Presbyterian Board of Foreign Missions for patent. President returns from Bedford this evening.
A heavy storm last night along the Eastern Telegraph route hindered transmission of foreign news from Halifax. A full report on the Goodwood race remains at Halifax as line outages persisted, delaying Associated Press dispatches.
From Rio de Janeiro dated August 12 the store ship supply under Lieut Gray arrived today after forty one days at sea. Passengers include Lieuts Parker and Read Mr Thomas and ten invalids from the Brazil squadron.
The Supreme Court discharged the writ certiorari in the Cunningham case after this morning's argument and denied her admission on bail.
From the Plains report dated August 12 noting movements from Fort Laramie to Bent's Fort and toward the Republican headwaters in pursuit of the Cheyennes. Cavalry regiments maneuver, batteries and trains outlined with scattered Cheyenne activity and rising tensions among tribes.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a fatal event on a track with unclear details and names. The text references a person alleged asleep on the track and mentions an incident near a plage area with scattered quotes and garbled phrases. The overall meaning is uncertain due to heavy transcription errors.
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