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Newspaper
Washington Telegraph
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1858
Page
2
The editors urge establishing a well regulated academy in Washington. They argue a graded high school benefits all scholars, requires little extra expense, and would allow local access to college level instruction, enhancing town credit and education.
A Wednesday note describes fine weather and jokes that the wet spell could stem from many people owing the printer and not paying. One gentleman suggests paying up as a possible remedy, though he concedes it may not be the cause.
An Indian Chief visits an American Commissioner in Chicago and claims to be a good Indian and friend of Americans. He asks for whiskey but is told good Indians never get whiskey, only bad ones do. The chief retorts with a quick quip declaring himself an infernal rascal.
A letter from the Seminole Agency west of Arkansas to the Fort Smith Times reports that the Creek have fatally harmed Indian Yobi. The document notes Yobi has killed several people in recent months. Thrice he struck him, cut his eyes, and struck his head with an axe to ensure death.
A reflection on liberty as a divine right and civic duty. The piece condemns demagogues and cringing servility while praising an independent, fearless mind. It urges young Americans to cherish independence, cultivate strength of will, and resist tyranny.
ASA letter writer recounts a Tennessee episode involving Andrew Johnson, Parson Brownlow, and Governor race rival Gentry. Brownlow prays for Tennessee, the Confederacy, and even Andy Johnson and Eastman, prompting a sharp interjection from Gentry about salvation. The anecdote highlights partisan tensions and religious rhetoric in the era.
A commission in Indianapolis hears testimony under a U.S. Senate resolution about Indiana Senate organization at the last session and the legality of its members. The issue is whether Bright and Fitch were elected to the U.S. Senate and seated in that body. Governor Willard testified fifty senators held seats at the election. Fitch stated in the U.S. Senate that there were forty seven.
Persifer FB Sai hae issues elaborate orders for Utah forces. Trains split into six divisions of 226 wagons each with columns serving as escorts. Columns commanded by Andrews Monroe May Morrison Sumner Emery march from Leavenworth between June 15 and June 4 with four months provisions. General Harney to command first brigade. Major details on joining units and officials.
The annual stockholders meeting was held in Evansville with 2 o'clock start. Directors elected unanimously for the year include Henry D. Allis John A. Reitz John J. Chandler and others from Evansville Gibson Pike Morgan Greene Owen Indianapolis and Winchester. Jeremiah Smith named president with Henry D. Allis as vice president and James Greene as secretary and treasurer. A motion to dissolve the company failed by 7 470 votes to none.
In a two week visit Judge Law gathered ore and paint specimens from Martin county hills rich in brown hematite iron ore, coal beds, and flux limestone. He plans to paint new tenements below the creek using Martin county ochres, inviting citizens to view the materials’ beauty and durability. He notes Martin county as a leading mineral district with abundant timber for fuel and favorable geology for iron production.
A Democratic editor in Illinois long sought a Washington post office appointment. He faced delays blamed on administration inaction, publicly cursed Mr Buchan and Douglasism. Days later he withdrew the remark, accepted the post and now denies the outburst.
A long letter from Indiana politics mentions Kansas dispute settlements, party dynamics, and John L Robinson. James B Foley writes to a friend urging support for his district and predicts carrying the district at the polls. He plans to return by June 10 and writes of early political maneuvering.
The largest raft of lumber ever floated on the Upper Mississippi passed La Crosse on Saturday morning. Twenty four red shirts manned the oars. The raft measured five hundred sixty by two hundred feet and carried about a million feet of lumber plus 250 000 lath and 250 000 shingles. It included two houses aboard and a crew of captain twenty four oarsmen two cooks a clerk and a bottle washer with a black bear and bulldog for company. Owned by James Cranet a major Black River lumber dealer.
An Alexander Sentinel writer notes naturalization of Washington birthsite and Gov Wise's plan to use 2600 dollars to enclose the birthplace and family vault. He recalls the old church where Washington was baptized, now obscured by trees. the site shelters remains of Thomas Lee and other early figures, with only broken bricks and old mortar marking monuments.
The Terre Haute Union reports the arrest of an Illinois Central Railroad agent sent from England by road bondholders. He settled in Peoria buying property and living lavishly with railroad funds. Accused after a thorough settlement, he fled bail, was captured in Cleveland, and returned. Embezzled sum remains uncertain but likely several thousand dollars. The note ends with a reference to lands sales in Kansas.
A moral exhortation urges kindness to aging parents and the elderly. It asks readers to aid aged relatives cheerfully, acknowledging their past sufferings, and to prepare for a time when others may help them in turn.
The London Times ridicules U S parliamentary gridlock by describing in vivid satire how an American House of Representatives might resolve a bad bill through force and intimidation. It contrasts fast action with American procedural delays and warns of thuggery as a result.
The Buffalo papers describe a small brass gun with a rotary cylinder breech holding four charges replenished by a hopper. It fires as fast as a lever can be operated, using electricity to ignite via battery and wires, delivering about 200 rounds at 30 per minute while keeping the breech unusually cool.
The Virginia Legislature presented Lieutenant Pegram with a sword after his force of four boats two guns and 150 men defeated a piratical fleet in the Chinese Seas. The enemy squadron of 30 junks carried 300 guns and 3,000 men and lost 10 to 12 junks and about 600 killed or wounded.
A serious accident occurred this morning at 6:30 on the Central Railroad when a bridge over Snquoit creek near Whitesboro collapsed. Seven or eight are dead, five or six gravely injured, about forty hurt and many more in peril.
The lands lately ceded by the Yankton Indians in Dakota cover twelve million acres. They extend south from Kampeska Lake to the Snake River, up the river to its source, to the head of East Medicine River, and down to the Missouri River.
The piece notes counterfeit one dollar bills raised to tens on the Bank of Kentucky and counterfeit twenty dollar notes from the Southern Bank of Kentucky. It describes the forgeries as well executed and designed to deceive, including a harvest scene with a girl’s portrait and a farmer with tobacco hogs head on genuine twenty dollar notes.
Dr Charles Mackey is en route home after a farewell in Toronto on Tuesday. He will sail from Quebec for England in a few days to begin his voyage.
Report states former President to travel to the West with his wife and proceed via Baltimore, signaling a forthcoming northeastern route toward that region. The details indicate a planned journey rather than a sudden visit, with emphasis on the route through Baltimore.
Items note Eliza Logan’s upcoming departure for Europe and President Buchanan’s planned trip to the western states during Congress recess. Includes reflective religious quotes on life and change, and a call to kindness and moral action as expressed in brief maxims.
Mr I N Morrison of the Valley Times announces his marriage and offers best wishes for a happy life voyage. Sucker State at Montecello Illinois notes A J Alden becoming co editor and proprietor and wishes success to the paper.
The Mount Sterling Whig denounces the English contrivance as lacking merit and respectability, calling the Senate bill comparatively respectable next to the new law described by the Winchester Chronicle.
Richmond Dispatch correspondent from Aspinwall dated April 13 1858 reports Col Kinney leaving port with stores ammunition and men to overthrow the English government at Greytown. He is said to have means and friends to back his claim and to be reestablishing himself as Governor of Greytown or San Juan del Norte with a proclamation likely issued.
227A correspondent argues Kansas remains in territorial status and should not be admitted to the Union. The piece claims the territory is settled as free soil, with no population or moral basis for state sovereignty, delaying entry to a more convenient season.
The parlor casket presents works from some of the era’s leading writers, highlighting notable literary productions of the time.
The notice extols the paper as a prize for readers, claiming it is worth twice its price and desirable for every subscriber.
A Boston publication called Yanxen Parvatsie is described as well printed and excellent. The paper offers price at $2 per year.
The June number of Agrive's Home Magazine arrives early and presents some of the finest illustrations and richest reading matter. Address T.8. Arthur & Co, Philadelphia. Price two dollars.
The June number of this popular magazine is highly recommended with an excellent engraving titled The First Step. The design is described as beautiful and the price for one number is three dollars. Send for it by addressing Louis A. Godey in Philadelphia.
This issue presents a rich lot featuring The Religion of Positivism Recollections of Shelby and Byron China Past and Present Party Government The Bancobel Treats among other items. Seatt pees New York. Price 9.
A poetic devotional passage contrasts a mariner’s yearning for home with the Christian hope of heaven. It envisions loved ones at home, heavenly hosts, and the faithful awaiting reunion after trials. The text encourages perseverance and faith, promising eternal peace and the end of sorrow.
A reflective piece notes Americans favor sayings like Go it while you are young and Let er rip. It argues the mandate persists from childhood into old age, as phrases appear in music and speech during times of panic and everyday life.
A humorous exchange recalls a noted doctor asked if the small bonnets worn by ladies caused brain congestion. He replied that ladies who have brains won't wear them.
A heated exchange yields a metaphorical warning about violence and law. The speaker compares a pen to a penknife, implying similar harm risk if detection were impossible. The line underscores tension and fears of retaliation in a public dispute.
La Prentice cautions that children should avoid the woods at present because trees are sprouting rapidly. In a few days they are expected to pack their trunks and depart.
Dr Baumbeck notes DutchBoer backcountry dwellers wear Ayer s Cherry Pectoral hung around the neck for throat and lung disorders. He observes Americans supply a staple remedy while purgatives are abundant nearby.
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