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Newspaper
Washington Telegraph
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1859
Page
2
A community editor argues for establishing a well regulated high school in the area. The piece urges Bible inclusion as a textbook without sectarian bias and emphasizes schooling as vital to local growth, prosperity, and patriotism. It cites government foundations in Bible teachings and calls for united effort despite costs.
A call urges residents to support prudent corporation laws and the town’s growth. It condemns resistance to progress while advocating high ideals and unity to advance prosperity and well being through proper government management.
A late 18th century telegrams report a peace treaty among Austria France and Sardinia. Austria cedes Lombardy to France while retaining control of matters elsewhere. Napoleon reportedly obtains concessions as an armistice follows tight French requests. Multiple sources note Verona telegrams confirm the accord came after Austrian demands were met.
At a Barr Township convention in Daviess County Indiana on July 23 the picks for county Clerk were F. P. Bradly first and G. W. McCafferty second with 42 and 21 votes. For Auditor C. Le Morgan first with 49 votes and R. N. Reed second with 15. Delegates listed for July 30. Indiana University lands to be appraised and sold this fall to cover debts. A sailor returns after five years in California to find his wife and four children in need. he praises his wife and kids.
After the French occupation of Milan several journals previously suppressed by the Austrian government reappeared. One had been halted for five years and in the latest issue promised the conclusion of a story, resuming it at the end of the five years and completing it.
In Brescia several young women reportedly vow not to marry any man, stating a pledge tied to Italian independence. The fragmented report notes their stance amid nationalist sentiments and wartime pressures.
Cobden notes a cordial shift in opinion toward England and America as publics grow closer. He observes Americans and English sharing views and a sense of common purpose amid European pressures.
A man named James Wrnall died after being bitten on the hand by a rattlesnake near Vanceburg. He collapsed en route to town, and despite medical efforts the poison proved fatal before dawn. A remarkable mark appeared on his body tracing the snake from hand to groin, with several witnesses confirming the sighting.
A Boston Journal New York correspondent reports the July 14 wedding of a sixty year old wealthy Spanish groom and a young poor bride. The ceremony promises lavish jewels, a gold wreath, and grand preparations, with the Catholic groom seeking church splendor for the event.
A city official has stopped the streetcar and railroad plan as the Supreme Court considers final rulings. The pause comes on Sunday amid ongoing legal review and potential decisions affecting the project.
Public preparations in Sacramento for a reception upon Mr Greeley’s arrival draw civic attention. Citizens show interest in the event and the price of hosting activities is discussed.
The text recounts martyrdoms and punishments of early apostles and followers. It lists several figures executed or tortured under various rulers, including crucifixion, hanging, flaying, and shooting, in different cities and regions.
A Belfast influenced movement reports startling converts as meetings interrupt mills midweek and prayers prompt fits of anguish then calm. Clergy note growing recognition within the Established Church. towns transform with temperance pledges and publicans abstaining from selling liquor.
A girl blinded by a head injury sought comfort from a doctor who deemed her incurable. Her mother offered the pocket Bible, and the girl spoke of not seeing sun or fields again. The Bible's consolations moved her, and she whispered, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. A separate note cites Tom Corwin arguing Congress has imperial powers over territories.
An advertisement touts Scandinavia Remedies and Brood Pills as cures for many ailments. It asserts removal of toxins from blood and bodily fluids, promising rapid, complete cures for dyspepsia eruptions nervous disorders kidney complaints fevers and debility among others. It presents sweeping results and calls the remedies astonishing.
In this 19th century reflection the author decries widespread patent medicines as deceptive and harmful. He credits Dr. Ayer and leading chemists in the East for improving access to genuine remedies at low prices, urging the public to abandon vile compound tonics for trustworthy cures that improve public health across scattered American communities.
An advert explains Madame Julie de Marguerittes as author of a new one volume history with maps portraits and official battle reports up to date. Dr R Shelton Mackenzie adds introduction praising the work. Price 1 25 with two cents postage from G G Evans 430 Chestnut Street Philadelphia.
A publisher offers a single volume 12mo edition in cloth with a steel portrait. The work is priced at $1.00, labeled as a special arrangement with the author. Limited details given.
A Monthly Christian Spectator review praises Mr Brown for plain speaking and truth grounded in common sense. The essay lauds his lack of gadgetry or excess and his aim to inform through well marshalled data on vice poverty and disease. A book offer from G G Evans Philadelphia invites orders and a free catalog.
The letter from Daniel Sickles dated New York 1859 declines joining the Sons of Malta excursion to Minnehaha. He cites prior plans to visit Washington and options to spend time at Saratoga or Newport, requesting the invitation be recorded and closing with a note signed in brotherhood.
Two women in Cayuga Canada West aimed to fashion hoop material from the forest. They used poison ivy in their selection and after a few days of wear required medical treatment. Meanwhile several vessels arrived at Liverpool from Cleveland and other ports, carrying Western goods and freight.
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