Travel article extols Ohio and Mississippi Railroad journey
In Washington Indiana the writer invites readers to ride the Ohio and Mississippi Railroad for recreation and escape from work. The trip along the line to Cincinnati is described as grand with dramatic rock ledges and winding river scenery. The conductor Yates is praised as affable and courteous during an encounter on the voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio & Mississippi Railroad
Cincinnati
Laat
Yates
Washington’s rapid growth as inland town in Daviess county
A Washington correspondent praises the town in Daviess county for rapid growth and prospects. He notes fifty or more buildings planned or under erection, strong railroad location on the Ohio and Mississippi line, abundant coal nearby, and forecasts six thousand inhabitants within five years with a thriving, healthy business climate led by capable merchants.
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Bullal
Daviess County
Washington
Ohio
Cincinnati
St. Louis
Corydon Democrat
Two Coal Diggers In Indiana Face Homicide Charge
A quarrel between two coal diggers near Washington Indiana ended with Robinson fatally stabbed seven times by Umble. Umble was examined by Judge Chiud who denied bail. Umble later released on habeas corpus after scrutiny, while Judge Burke faced criticism over the decision.
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Washington
Indiana
Umble
Robinson
Chiud
Umbie
Ynanslaughter
Corydon
Judg Burke
Rail Road Travel Notes From Mitchell to N A
A fragmentary report describes a rail road route from Mitchell to N A with mixed road conditions. Observers praise a pleasant trip despite some rough sections and note officers and conductors aiding travelers on the journey.
Horse Fair at New Albany Showcases County Pride
Visitors praised Floyd county fairgrounds to be superb and likely hard to beat within one or two years. A large crowd attended the exhibition with strong interest and stock displays, including a horse that ran a mile in 2.28. The State fair is planned for New Albany and is described as a grand, attractive event.
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Floyd County
New Albany
First Circuit Court Held in Da viess County in 1817
A historical note recalls the First Circuit Court convening in Davies County on April 21 1817 with Judge William Prince Emanuel Van Trees as clerk, Obed Flint sheriff, and a grand jury led by Alfred Bruce. The court met in a house later a bakery on Main Street. Emanuel Van Trees père laid out the town. Forty two years later the first circuit court met again in Davies County. Only three men from that era remain: John Van Trees Emanuel Van Trees and Philip Cruse. James G Reed was the first Post Master.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William,Prince
Emanual van Trees
George ‘R. C. Suliven
Obed Flint
Alfred Brucé
Foreman
Peter Wilkins
Sam‘l Kelso
Josiah Miller
Sam'l Chamness
David
Daviess
Jno. van Trees
Emanuel van Treen
Philip Cruse
James G. Reed
County Board Grants Liquor Licenses Amid Dissent
The county board granted licenses to five individuals to sell intoxicating liquor despite remonstrances from about 150 citizens. Opponents worry the strict law may not be enforced properly, hoping reform comes through the Legislature.
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M. Bassett
James Carnahan
Thomas Mooney
H. Beckes
James Burns
Tovall
Lynching at Olney Illinois Prompts Cautionary Look
An oblique report describes a doctor named Philip Lilly being taken from Olney and lynched by locals amid suspicions against him. The account warns that mob punishment harms a place's character and stresses the need for lawful justice.
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Olney
Philip
Bush
Woolen Factory Proposed at Local Site
A prospect mentions a Woolen Factory likely to be established at this location. It may be moved in connection with Wright and Spick's mill, with the site described as optimal and capable of yielding large profits.
Horace Greeley in Kansas and border life impressions
The Boston Traveler correspondent recalls Horace Greeley visiting Leavenworth and Lecompte, meeting Free State supporters and border figures. Observations contrast current reception with that of two years earlier, noting Greeley’s attire and presence among notable locals and former border ruffians.
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Boston
Sauippel
Horace Giéeley
Balck
Greeley
Leavenworth
Towa
Lecompte
Eastin
Begus
House of Reprsentatives
Col
Isaacks
Bryant Harris Barbee Dry Goods House Notice
Special notice from Louisville reports a dry goods house Bryant Harris Barbee showcasing a large stock sold cheaply to country merchants. The firm invites country merchants visiting Louisville to call at the house, praising Mr Bryant as fair and gentlemanly.
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Louisville
Bryant, Harris & Barbee
Bryant
Anderson McLane & Co Louisville dry goods house
Anderson McLane & Co of Louisville is described as a leading dry goods firm with a habit of keeping fashionable stock and never letting inventory run down. The notice invites country merchants to visit the city and compare prices, with a card referenced in another column.
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Anderson McLane & ‘Co
Louisville
House i
American Volunteers in the Euro Pan War Report
Paris reports that strangers are barred from French officer service and Major Kearney was refused a staff post. News says no war correspondent will be admitted to allied camps, while Emile Agnier may join Napoleon’s personal staff. About 26,000 volunteers are listed in Paris.
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Paris
Kearney
United States
Morris
Cavalry
Imperi
Mason
England
Chmson
Sardinia
School of Medicine
Geveral
Hdth
France
Corispondent
M. Emile ‘Agnier
French ‘Academy
Napoleon
Marshal ‘Vaillant
London
Prather Smith & Co Offer Wide Hat Selection
The firm advertises a broad stock of hats for country merchants. Their card is in the paper and Mr Smith notes careful purchasing at advantageous rates. Shoppers are urged to visit the house for a favorable selection and terms for merchants.
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Prather, Smith d Co
Smith
Truman stock exhibit prompts Louisville merchants visit
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Mr. Truman displaying stock to country merchants. The text mentions Sandel and urging visits to see the stock at an establishment, with a reference to a card found in the Louisville column and possible trade implications.
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Truman
Sandel
Niles
Paine
Louisville
Clothing firm in Louisville sells well made articles
The extensive Clothing-emporium of C Lechtein and Co remains in full operation. Despite market shifts they do not run a slop-shop. They continue to offer well made articles of substantial value to country dealers.
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C. Lechtein ,&Co
Louisville
Local Drug Dealer Promotes Broad Stock at Low Figures
Sar Cdward of Wilder located at 448 Main Street Louisville Kentucky proclaims an extensive range of drugs chemicals and dye stuffs available to trade buyers at low prices. The firm presents itself as an old established house with confidence in continued favorable trade terms.
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Sar
Wilder
Main Street
Louisville
Curious German in New York Sewer Treasure Tale
A German named Leopolly Meyer, famed as a Parisian sewer insider, explored New York City sewers seeking valuables. He entered Houston Street sewers and faced deadly steam, wore improvised gear, and wandered five days through canal junctions and culverts. After four weeks, tides trapped him. he claimed to have found $10,000 in Fifth Avenue sewers before escaping from police.
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Rae Priaxens
New York Express
Leopolly Meyer
Hod & Con
Broomes
Sériff- Streate
India
Fifth Avenue
Canal Street
Boot and shoe dealers and millinery goods in Louisville
F ar W. and DS Pratt advertise at 370 372 Main Street Louisville KY in boot and shoe business with a stock of first class goods for country merchants. Le Canton and McCampbell at 414 Main Street Louisville KY operate extensively in bonnet business with a full stock of millinery ribbons silk and straw bonnets and white goods at favorable prices for country traders.
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F.ar W
DS. Pratt
Main Street
Louisville
le Canton
McCampbell
Main’ Stréef
George Blanchard Clothing Dealer Opposite the Galt House
George Blanchard, a large supplier of men and boys clothing, offers a full stock of imported articles and a fine assortment. He also operates Odd Fellow and Free Mason regalia. Located opposite the Galt House in Louisville.
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George Blanchard
Louisville
Galt House
Three or four candidates for county clerk sought
An item notes a Democratic convention to nominate a county clerk and mentions an advertisement for the McCormick Reaper and mower in today's paper.
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McCormick Reaper
Frost Ravages Ohio Crops North and East
A severe frost last Saturday night caused extensive damage in Ohio with heavy injury to corn and wheat across northern and eastern areas. Farmers report widespread losses and replanting concerns.
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Ohio
Petition Circulates in Army for Retirement of Officers
A petition circulating among army officers requests retirement from active service for those officers who, from any cause not dishonorable, cannot meet all the requisitions of service. The effort reflects concerns over staffing and fitness for duty within the military.
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Congress
Army
Robber Takes 8000 Hidden In Drawer in Illinois Man’s Tale
Bar There aratio' U6he 'than' 4, 600 lodges of Free-Masoris i the United States, 'nearly 'all in flourishing condition. Thomas W. Lilly of Olney Illinois kept 8,000 locked in his bureau drawer and boasted about his wealth, then was robbed of all his treasure on Sunday night.
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Masoris
United States
Thomas W. Lilly
Olney, IH
Battle Death of the Ring of Naples and Montebello clash
Reports recount the Montebello battle on May 21 as Austrians under General Stadion attack Marshal Baraguay d Hilliers posts, driven back by Forey's division after four hours. Allies capture Montebello but do not pursue. Austrian losses near two thousand vs seven hundred for Allies.
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Monteballo
Stadion
Baraguay D. Hilliers
Forey
Montebello
Marseilles
Baldini
Sesia
Garibaldi
Gaven
Adriatic Sea
Lombardy
Naples
Francis II
Admiralty
Australia
Panama
Atlantic
Telegraph Company
Paris
Monitetr
France
Proclamation of Napoleon III and Treasury Circular
A 1840 proclamation by Napoleon III declares a Democratic Republic stance in Italy, while a Treasury circular urges U S merchants to display vessel colors to identify nationality when met by armed warships. The text reflects mid 19th century political rhetoric and maritime practice.
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Napoleon III
Bologna
France
Democratic Republic
la Republique
Saow
Secretary of the Treasury
Vessala
Aed Feom Seigures
Treasury
Marriage Tie and Divorce Decrees in South Carolina
A reader remarks that South Carolina has not decreed a legal divorce, contrasting it with other states. The note defends reverence for marriage and critiques other regions for lacking respect toward the sacred bond.
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South Carolina
Palmero
Surprising Motives and Misfortunes Cited in Fragment
A fragmented text depicts advice to rise early for golden prospects and a murky reference to misfortune. It mentions a person described as fragile like an egg and a guard or keeper figure, with stray phrases about water and taking actions.
Chaotic Notes From a Late 19th Century Dispatch
A patchwork of items reports a wreck tale near Browning's Hotel, a lawsuit verdict in Chicago with a cartoonish remedy, a grand ovation for Paul Morphy at New York University, a gold chess set presentation, a curious Odd Fellows calf incident, and the sudden death of Rep elect Cyrous Spink in Ohio.
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Paul Murphy
New York, University
Prince John ‘van Buren
Morphy
No. of stockings and night roams now noted
A reflection notes two centuries of change with nearly all people now wearing stockings and societal norms evolving. It contrasts fifty years ago when few youths roamed at night and girls rarely served as waiting maids, calling it a wonderful improvement.
Great jumping match at Avon reveals record jumps
Robe Way, 22, won at Avon New York on Thursday with a $500 purse. He earned $250 per side, completing thirty seven kicks in three standing jumps on level ground, clearing twenty seven feet one inch in two standing jumps and sixteen feet in a single jump. Evansville Journal also notes wheat crop prospects from Southern Illinois and Kentucky Green River district, ahead of typical harvest timing.
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Avon
New York
Robe Way
Evansville Journal
Illinois
Kentucky
War Echoes Through Time with Jacksons Valor
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls prewar fears as shooting stars crossed the sky and the sun appeared darkened. It credits General Jackson with rallying American citizens against foreign domination while implying a national resolve during a tense period before conflict with England.
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Piksixerow
Jackson
Steamboat blast survivor reveals risky life insurance plea
A passenger thrown overboard in a western river steamboat explosion was rescued by a bystander after surfacing. He admitted to joining a work crew to fund life insurance payouts, saying he did not care about his own life. He claimed the scheme was for the benefit of an insurance office in New York.
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Ing
R. Ing
Browning’s
N. Ap Tribune
Dian
Srint
Cyrous Spink
Congress
Fourteenth
Ohio
Wooster
Wayne
Western River
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