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Newspaper
Washington Telegraph
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1859
Page
2
The article recalls an 1859 Congressional act adding a stars to the flag and celebrates the nation’s growth from eight three years after independence. It urges Americans to rejoice on the Fourth of July with gratitude to God and to patriots who defended liberty.
The piece urges timely collection of corporation taxes to fund street work this year. It calls for immediate contracting to repair main street, arguing focused, well‑done projects will improve appearance and attract favorable opinion of the town. It notes limited funds and that only a portion of last year’s eight hundred dollars remains usable for durable improvements this year.
J L Mount circulates in this county for subscribers to The Life and Speeches of Daniel Webster. The volume features a steel plate engraving of Webster and is offered at a low price of 200 dollars. The book is recommended for any library and promises real value to subscribers.
A walker notes the steam flouring mill of Messrs Wright and Spink on the town’s west end as one of the best in the region. Milling overseer Mr Slater keeps the mill orderly and efficient. The proprietors plan a distillery which may be delayed due to hog cholera.
The Erie Railroad reports May receipts totaling less by 119,619 dollars compared with the same month last year. The decline marks a drop in revenue for the month and reflects broader earnings trends for the railroad.
The article discusses Austrians retreating and allies advancing with speculation on outcomes for Italy and Europe. It notes possible U S involvement is unlikely, praises republican ideals, and predicts a long bloody war may still advance liberal governance across nations. It emphasizes tariff issues and prosperity returning to the United States.
Labor and Genius Prof Seiter extols Num boldt in a tribute comparing his life to Copernicus, Mozart, and Socrates. The piece stresses that genius requires diligence, citing his lifelong essays and Cosmos, and noting he only paused work on his deathbed.
A reader’s medical quack prescription claims two gills of Sweet oil can instantly neutralize any poison whether plant animal or mineral. The note says a strong constitution may require twice that amount and asserts the oil renders poison harmless. No medical endorsement is provided.
The Boston Courier contrasts the Austrian army as a splendid machine with fine physical form against a French force praised for spirit and soul. It notes Austrians as robust and valiantly led but admits they eventually yielded to French and Prussian forces.
A ten inch wingspan butterfly, a rare giant from Brazil, arrived in Plymouth and was sent to Prof. Agassiz for study. The unusual specimen was shipped from the Brazilian coast and identified as a remarkable find for natural history observers.
An improvement for coal gas retort manufacture enables larger segmented bodies to be built and used. A new joint method forms internal longitudinal projections to lift coal as it moves, while heads are designed to avoid heat radiating and to distribute heat evenly.
The Secretary's Report notes a ten thousand dollar payment by Sir. Rigs the Treasurer to Mr. John A. Washington. Of two hundred thousand dollars purchase money about thirty thousand remain. The Regent estimates twenty thousand more is needed for grounds repairs and proper maintenance. A final push on July will try to raise the remaining amount to complete the purchase. The item also reports on Kossuth leaving England for Hungary and a Pawpaw brandy anecdote.
The text reports Gov. Joe Wright offering 50000 thalers for the Alexander von Humboldt library. It notes likely few competitors in Prussia or Germany and suggests the governor is not wealthy, implying the purchase is a speculative venture.
The census lists Richmond as having a population of 9,385 in Wayne county according to the latest figures.
The Anti-Slidell Democrats of Louisiana convene on July 4 led by Soule with Douglas affinities guiding the party aims.
The annual meeting of the Old Settlers of Indianapolis has been postponed until September.
General James H. Lane of iCangas visits his former Indiana home while twenty five military companies accept invitations to the Fourth of July encampment at the Tippecanoe battle arena.
Harriet V. Pitch urges Indiana ancient orders societies and municipal bodies to set aside a portion of Fourth of July celebrations to fund the Mount Vernon purchase and honor Washington. The appeal asks for small, local contributions from across the state to secure the home and grave of Washington while keeping public parades and festivities.
Horace Greely and two companions inspect Pike’s Peak diggings and report gold is washed at Clear Creek but not elsewhere. They note many claims yield little or nothing and warn against fanatical rushes, stressing need for capital, experience, and endurance in a risky quartz-vein mining region.
Horace GreenEy A D Richardson Vesry ViLarp warn thousands heading to Alpine gold mines that miles of brutal trails from the Missouri River lack reliable water and forage. They predict starvation, desert crossings, and a six month shutdown as winter freezes the region, urging readers to avoid another rush. They urge telegraph and press to spread the warning.
The essay contrasts shallow, needy ties that vanish in trouble with steadfast, genuine friendship. It argues prosperity attracts pretenders while misfortune reveals true loyalties, noting many acts of quiet generosity and silent affection during hard times.
The company reports multiple appointments effective July 1. E W Woodward becomes Assistant Superintendent Eastern Division. Thomas Lough becomes General Ticket Agent replacing P W Strader who resigned. A H Lewis transfers from Cincinnati to Master of Trains Vincennes Division as the office is abolished. James Slevin moves from Mitchell to Vincennes as Road Master replacing C Krug, who resigned. A G Wright moves Seymour to Mitchell as Road Master in place of Slevin. B M Avery moves Cincinnati to Seymour as Road Master. KE Lippincott becomes Purchasing Agent replacing R D Van Deursen, effective July 1.
Schools prepare a procession to the courthouse led by Marshal C M Prentice, then move to the M E Church for a program including prayers, songs like My Country tis of Thee and Hail Columbia, addresses on the Declaration of Independence, and a benediction followed by a picnic in the grove. A column of local notes and jokes accompanies the item.
County accounts show taxes disbursed to TPS and cash in treasury as of June 1 1859. Jurors fees expenses of criminals and relief for the poor are itemized with town and district costs including roads bridges public buildings elections and insane asylum care. Total county expenses amount to 70 958 76 with orders for township taxes and board approval dated Pecos Fane 15th 1859.
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