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The chief amount of the purchase money of White for the property was represented by securities in the form of notes and mortgage held by Wilson who was compelled to use them for purposes of credit. He pledged these notes and mortgage to Nathan Rowley as collateral for endorsement of a note to Jackson McClain. After Rowley had become liable to McClain, Wilson came to him, asked the privilege of examining the notes and mortgage for a special purpose, and then
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asked the privilege of taking them with him, promising to return then shortly, to which Rowley having faith in the party consented. The notes and mortgage were never returned, but were taken to Willard Carpenter and a contract was made between Carpenter and Wilson providing for forfeiture of the title to Carpenter under certain condi- tions, and apparently as indicated by an erasure in the written paper, providing for ten per cent. interest, which was at that time usurious. The legal title to the land still being in White, part of the arrange- ment between Wilson and Carpenter was according to Carpenter's statement in the pleadings that White should convey the land to Car- penter by deed, but according to Carpenter's statement White was unfriendly to Carpenter, and would have nothing to do with him, which made it necessary for White to convey the property to Wilson, who was to convey it to Carpneter, and this was done. It happened however, that McClain had taken a judgment against Wilson and his surety Nathan Rowley for his debt, something less than $2,000, and John Pitcher had taken a judgment against Wilson for a smaller amount in the United States Court at Indianapolis, and when the title
to the land above mentioned passed into the name of Wilson, against whom judgments were rendered on the face of the record, these judg- ments became a lien upon the exchange Hotel property ahead of Car- penter, and Carpenter brought his suit in equity against McClain, judgment creditors and Nathan Rowley, who was interested with McClain, and John Pitcher who had on an execution sale under the judgment in the United States Court bought in the Exchange prop- erty and taken a deed for it.
Carpenter's attorneys were Battell and Ingle, the pleadings being written by Judge Battell. McClain's attorneys were William T. T. and James G. Jones. John Pitcher represented Nathan Rowley and also appeared for himself. All of these defendants claimed that the title taken by Wilson before he conveyed to Carpenter was a full legal title, and therefore the property was subject to all of these debts. Carpenter contended that Wilson was a mere trustee in conveying the property and the property was not subject to his debts. In addition to this defense John Pitcher filed an answer in which among other things he charged that the agreement between Carpenter and Wilson 'which was on file in the case showed an erasure, and he charged that the usurious provision in that contract rendered it void as to Carpenter, and that this usurious provision had been fraudulently erased without the knowledge of Wilson and that therefore the entire paper was de- stroyed, which if true would have defeated Carpenter's entire case. The suit remained on the docket a number of years and finally went off without any record, but Carpenter continued to be the owner. There were so many complications that doubtless the lawyers in the case wisely settled the controversy, which no doubt cost Carpenter some money additional to his original plans. One value of this record is the identification of the location of the Exchange Hotel, which was a historic place in early Evansville.
Evansville Gazette Files in State Library, Indianapolis, sent by
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Librarian of Congress for examination. Published by Harrison & Monroe. Date of Examination November 12, 1917. First number in first bound volume of Gazette was Vol. 1, No. 50, Evansville, In . diana, Saturday, April 20, 1822, Vol. 1 .- Bound Vol. 1, April 22 to December 23.
1st Page. Publication of government laws except one advertise- ment for divorce, Vanderburgh Circuit Court, March term, 1822, Simon Lewis vs. Elizabeth Lewis, signed by J. W. Jones, Clerk Van- derburgh Circuit Court.
E. Harrison's address to Ratliff Boon in charge of documents used against former by latter in sensational campaign demands publi- cation offers Gazette, May 18, 1822.
Evansville (local notice) May 25, 1822.
The Rev. John Devin will preach at the house of John Ingle near Saundersville May 28, 1822 on the afternoon of Saturday the first day of June, and on Sunday the 2nd day of June at the court house in Evansville.
Daniel S. Bell, Mt. Vernon, advertises as an attorney in all courts (U. S. Sup. &c) June 6, 1822.
Jones & Harrison advertise as commission merchants Evansville, June 8th, 1822.
E. Harrison announces separate partnership with Mr. H. B. Chand- ler and the business will continue as heretofore as Jones & Harrison, June 8, 1822.
Armstrong & Skelhorn advertise as commission merchants and give references to parties in large cities, New York, Baltimore, Pitts- burg, Wheeling, Maysville, Cincinnati, Louisville, and Vincennes, May, June, etc., 1822.
P. Pritchett advertise a new hat factory, May 4, 1822.
Walters-Foster & Company advertise general merchandise store (Oct. 21)-April 20, 1822 and later.
S(carboro) Pentecost (uncle of Dr. Fred Pentecost as the latter told me) advertises as clock and watch maker. "Customers may make part of their payment in corn and bacon." April 20, 1822 and later.
April 20, 1822.
Daniel Chute advertises he has moved to the house immediately on the bank of the River recently occupied by E. Hopkins, and asks patronage. "A few genteel boarders will be accommodated at a fair price." (On Lot 8 O. P.)
Dr. A. Smith has removed from former dwelling on 2nd St. to the frame building on Front Street, a few doors above the printing office.
Elijah King advertises a runaway negro, May Jesse-reward of- fered.
The Fourth Medical Society annual meeting 1st Tuesday in June, 1822, to meet at court house in Evansville. All persons within the district of this society practicing physic and surgery without license are requested to come forward and exhibit their credentials and give
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satisfaction to the board of their abilities in their profession. David S. Smith, Secretary, pro tem.
A. Warner, Sheriff of Vanderburgh County, advertises election of associate judge caused by resignation of Hon. Wm. Wagnon, May 7, 1822.
Jones & Evans advertise notice for vacation of lots 85, 86, 94 and 93, N. E. of 3rd Street from the Ohio River, and parallel with the river, to cultivate the ground till such time as may come to market as town lots. May, 1822.
Brigade orders Evansville, May 14, 1822. James W. Jones, Aid-de, camp.
The command of the 12th Brigade of the Militia of the State of Indiana has this day appointed Amos Clark Brigade Major, James W. Jones, aid-de Camp, Alanson Warner, Brigade quartermaster, and the officers and soldiers of said brigade are therefore hereby enjoined and requested to obey and respect them accordingly.
J. W. Jones, Aid-de Camp.
Annual election advertisement, May 18. Ticket Governor, William Hendricks; Lieutenant Governor, William Polke, Erasmas Powell, David H. Maxwell, Ratliff Boon.
Congress, 1st District, Charles Dewey, William Prince, John Ewing. Gibson Co., Assembly, Stephen Walters, David Robb, Azeriah Ayers.
Sheriff, James K. Sloan, James Devin, David R. Brazelton. Also May 25.
Vanderburgh & Warrick County Assembly, Hugh McGary.
Sheriff, Alanson Warner, Everton Kennerley. Commissioner, Daniel F. Goldsmith.
Posey County Assembly, William Casey, Thomas Givens.
Assembly, Stephen Walters.
S. Pentecost advertises May 18, 1822. $100 reward for appre- hension of thief who broke open the bar window of Daniel Chute and stole a trunk with 30 watches and considerable jewelry, and saddle and saddlebags with valuable papers belonging to David Hart.
Samuel B. Keen, blacksmith, advertises May 18th that he will put bills on all delinquents in the hands of a proper officer for collection by the 25th of the Month. He is still in business.
William Olmsted announced as candidate for associate judge for Vanderburgh County, May 25, 1822.
Masonic Festival on anniversary of St. John the Baptist celebrated
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at Princeton. 24th June. 1822, by Clinton Lodge 16. Oration at the court house and "some refreshments later at Brown's Hotel."
Signed
J. F. Casey, R. Daniel, Wm. Chittenden, C. LeSerre, John I. Neely, Wm. Monroe, Committee of Arrangements. May 19, A. D., 1822.
A. L. 5822.
Thos. J. Crockwell, June 6, 1822, advertises he has erected a Porter Cellar. Bottled Porter and Spruce Beer ; also bread, cheese, cakes, boiled and raw cider, whiskey, dried apples and other things in his line too tedious to mention.
Country Produce
All kinds of country produce taken in payment of debts due their office at the market price, June 8, 1822.
Job printing advertisement. Paper money receivable.
June 15, 1822. Harrison & Chandler, commission merchants, ad- vertisement.
Grand Lodge of Masons of Indiana advertise list of persons sus- pended, expelled, and reinstated as Masons. (Signed) Wm. C. Keen, Grand Sec.
(June 15, 1822) Vevay, Ind., Jan. 13, 1822.
Jones & Harrison, also Harrison & Chandler. June 15 & 22, 1822. E. Harrison explains two firms. Separate commission houses.
Wm. Warner, P. M. Opl. 22.
Annual Medical Society met at house of Daniel Chute. Geo. F. Jaquess licensed and delegates to state organization chosen and an- nual election of officers. June 22/22. Jno. W. Shaw, Sec.
June 29, 1822.
Independence.
A procession will be formed at the house of Daniel Chute on 4th of June at two o'clock. March to court house. Address by Dr. Wm. P. Foster, after which procession will return to Mr. Chute's where a dinner will be prepared for those who are disposed to partake of it.
Robt. Armstrong J. V. Robinson Amos Clark Committee of Arrangements.
Same date as last notice listed on page 4, and immediately below that notice.
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Public Dinner
A public dinner will be provided at the house of Samuel Scott in the English Settlement to celebrate with becoming spirit the glorious independence of America. We give this public notice, as many of our neighbors complained last year they had not an opportunity of at- tending for want of timely information. It will be conducted on the same principles as that of last year. Subscriptions will be received at Samuel Scotts. The dinner will be on the table at one o'clock.
R. Carlisle G. Potts S. Scott J. Cawson
J. Ingle
S. Mansell
John I. Neeley, P. M. Princeton, July 1, 1822. (July 6, letter list)
July 3/22. E. Harrison, owner of Lot 8, gives notice he will apply to the county commissioner for a license to keep a Ferry across the Ohio River from opposite lot No. 8 on Water Street in Evansville.
July 6. Candidate for Sheriff, Warner, Kennerley and Jno. B. Stinson.
P. Pritchett J. P. July 13, 1822.
July 13. Editorial mention announcing Robert M. Evans can- didate to represent Vanderburgh & Warrick Counties in next legisla- ture.
2d Dan'l Avery, candidate for coroner.
July 13, 1822.
Obituary.
Died, in Evansville on the 6th of July inst. after a short but painful illness Mrs. Mary McGary, consort of Gen. Hugh McGary in the 35th year of her age. In her death society has sustained a loss, and her children deprived of a tender and affectionate mother.
Wm. Warner, P. M., July 13, 1822.
Dr. David S. Smith advertises as a practicing physician. He may be found at the shop of Dr. Wm. Trafton where he has stored his medicines. July 13.
A political controversy over the record of Charles Dewey, candi- date for Congress, against Judge Prince, July 6 & 13.
Card from Hugh McGary, July 10, in paper of July 13. To the Citizens of Vanderburgh and part of Warrick Counties :
Fellow Citizens :
The late change in my domestic affairs, renders is necessary for
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me to decline my pretensions as a candidate for your suffrage at the coming election : but rest assured that my wishes for the welfare of our common good, is no less ardent than heretofore. To those who have manifested a friendly disposition toward my pretensions, I tender my sincerest thanks, and hope they will be able to select a representa- tive, in whom they will realize as much benefit as they reasonably could expect from me.
With sentiments of Esteem, I remain,
Your humble servant,
Hugh McGary. July 10, 1822.
(July 20-22) John I. Neely, P. M. Princeton, July 1, 1822.
July 15, 1822. John I. Neely, President Road Commissioners ap- pointed by the legislature to lay off and contract for the opening of a state road from Evansville to Terre Haute advertises for bids and notifies the Commissioners to meet at the house of D. Chute in Evans- ville on the 20th of August next for the purpose of receiving pro- posals. Road to be let in two mile districts. From Evansville to John Withrows.
District 1. Evansville to Pigeon Creek.
District 2. To a stake in Whetstones field 5 miles from Evansville.
District 3. To a stake in Carlisle's field, marked 7 miles.
District 4. To a stake north of Scott's marked 9 miles.
District 5. To a black oak marked 11 miles.
District 6. To a white oak marked 13 miles.
District 7. To a stake in Withrow's field, 15 miles.
Also meet at home of Basel Brown, Princeton, to continue to White River.
Wm. Warner, P. M., July 20, 1822.
Fourth of July address of Dr. Wm. P. Foster, published in paper of July 13, 1822.
James Everton administrator of Adam Young, July 27, 1822.
Armstrong & Skelhorn close a long Adv. of dry goods-grocer- ies and hardware. "Credit cannot be given."
Election returns published Aug. 10, 1822, for Vanderburgh and part of Warrick Counties.
Governor
Wm. Hendricks
Lieut .- Governor 283
Ratliff Boon 153
Wm. Polke 138
D. H. Maxwell 1
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Congress, Seventeenth Congress (Vacancy)
Davis Floyd 120
Jonathan Jennings 18th Congress, 1st District. 117
William Prince 193
Charles Dewey
102
Representatives Vanderburgh and part of Warrick.
222
Joseph Lane (elected)
Wm. P. Foster 208
Robert M. Evans 101
Sheriff Vanderburgh County 177
Alanson Warner
Everton Kennerley
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Brigade Orders, Adv. July 24, 1822.
The commissioned and staff officers of the 12th Brigade of Indiana Militia and 2nd Brigade of the 1st Division are required to meet at the court house, Evansville, 2nd Thursday in September armed and equipped as the law directs for the purpose of Brigade drill muster, persuant to the 18th sec. of an act entitled "an act for the better regu- lation of the Militia, &c., App. Dec. 31, 1821. Officers will be armed with side and fire arms. Prompt obedience is required. By order of Brig. Gen. E. Harrison.
James W. Jones, Aid-de-camp.
Card from R. M. Evans
Giving an account of his defeat for the legislature by Jos. Lane on account of an unfair combination between his friends and Joe Lane while he was sick &c., &c., Aug. 17, 1822 .- He could otherwise have been elected, &c.
New Ferry Aug. 30, 1822 (Aug. 31, 1822).
E. Harrison advertises he has a license for establishment of a new ferry across the Ohio River opposite from the Tavern House now oc- cupied by Mr. Daniel Chute ; he informs the public he has placed the same in the hands of Mr. Chute, Innkeeper, who is prepared with suitable crafts and attentive ferrymen for the immediate passage of travellers.
Warns all infringement by intruders of his rights under "the only established Ferry" at Evansville.
Armstrong & Skelhorn advertise for 500 cords of wood for steam- boats, Sept. 21, 1822.
Wm. Lewis, Aug. 2, 1822, advertises 254 barrels Kenhawa salt "at the corner house on Main Street."
Oct. 12, 1822, James Cawson advertises to let, lease, or sell a good plantation, vol. spring of water, formerly belonging to Saunders Horn-
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brook, Jr. Also a valuable plantation on State road 10 miles from Evansville.
Edward Hopkins stock, cattle, household, kitchen furniture, ad- vertised by Sheriff, Oct. 16, 1822.
Aug. 31 (Oct. 19)
Polly Mosely, sole administratrix of estate of Robert Mosely.
John I. Neely, P. M. Princeton, Oct. 22.
(Sept. 2, 1822)
Jno. N. Trusdell advertises exchange salt for pork at Jones & Har- risons, between 15 and 25 Nov. next.
James Anthony's Adm. vs. E. King and Catherine Anthony. Ad- vertised Oct. 28, 1822.
Harry D. Smith advertises new shoe and boot making shop at the stand lately occupied by Rowley & Robinson. No credit. Oct. 25, 1822. (Oct. 21, 1822.)
Stray taken up near "Phillip Miller's mill on Big Pigeon." (One Miller had a mill at Millersburgh in Warrick Co.) Notice by Isham West, J. P.
J. W. & G. Jones notify customers to come in and settle. Same Harrison & Chandler. No. 7 (Nov. 9) 1822.
John Conner announces removal from his former stand on the "second cross street" to the large and commodious house on Main Street formerly occupied by James E. Watkins near the court house ; intends keeping a house of Public Entertainment, Nov. 22 (23) 1822.
Oct. 16, 1822 (Nov. 23) W. J. Lowry, J. P., advertises stray in Posey Co.
"Department of State"-address on Gazette.
Joe Lane resigned as J. P .- New election called by A. Warner, Sheriff Vanderburgh County, Dec. 30, 1822. (Jan. 4, 1823) Election for 3rd Saturday in January.
Seaman & Walters, Dec. 7, 1822, advertise transfer to them of notes &c. of Walters Foster & Co. (Jan. 4, 1823).
Jno. McCreary administrator Jno. McReynolds. Jan. 18, 1823.
P. Pritchett, Nov. 23, 1822, advertise the Green Tree House, Cor-
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ner House, on Main & Second, formerly occupied by Jno. Brown, de- ceased, and lately by James Templeton ; intends keeping a House of Entertainment. Dining room, bar and stable. He will take a few boarders of genteel character.
Also contains Hat advertisement (old).
T. J. Evans, attorney, has fixed his residence at Rockport, Feb. 1, 1823.
N. Rowley announces he has again commenced the shoe and boot making business on Front Street, March 5, 1823.
March 11, 1823. Andrew Erskine advertises the first (newspaper) notice of intention to open a school in Evansville on the first of April next, and advertises tuition terms. March 26, 1823.
Apr. 2 Wm. Monroe advertises as Deputy Sheriff for A. War- ner, Sheriff Vanderburgh County.
Apr. 2, 1823. Robert Armstrong (alone) advertises as commis- sion merchant.
Dissolution notice of Armstrong & Skelhorn published Id.
Porter Fuller had moved away from Evansville previous to Apr. 13, 1823. (Apr. 23, 1823).
Division Order. Headquarters Militia.
Court martial Col. James Evans acquitted. Brig. Gen. Elisha Har- rison was president of court approved by the general commanding court dissolved.
Wm. Prince, Aid-de-camp.
Apr. 25, 1823 (May 7)
J. Wilson Tailor, new arrival in office occupied by P. Pritchett Apr. 1, 1823.
Trial and conviction of John Harvey for murder of Thomas Casey, and address of Judge Goodlet to the prisoner, June 11, 1823.
Harvey was immediately executed. Gazette a-c July 2, 1823.
" Aug. election condidates for legislature.
Robert M. Evans, Thomas Fitzgerald. (July 21, 1823).
James Evans of Princeton advertises a carding machine, and will receive wool for carding at house of Thoas. J. Crockwell. Evansville returned after cording 10 cents pound-in wool at that proportion. June 20, 1823.
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Drs. Wm. Trafton & Wm. P. Foster announce partnership. June 16, 1823.
Jones, Harrison, Jones & Chandler, advertise June 21. (July 9) 1822.
July 14, 1823, all three firms in one advertise. (July 6).
Election precincts announced for election of Aug. 23, by A. War- ner, Sheriff, Vanderburgh County, 24th july, 1823. (23rd July, '23). Votes of Pigeon Tp. at court house.
Votes of Armstrong Tp. at house of Edward Hopkins.
Votes of Scott Tp. at house of Samuel Scott.
Brigade Militia orders.
Call for commissioned officers and staff officers armed and sup- plied for three days encampment by order or Gen. E. Harrison. July 21, (Aug. 6) 1823. J. W. Jones, Aid-de-camp.
Michael Jones and Win. M. Walker announce dissolution of Jones & Walker, Aug. 1, 1823.
A criticism on Peter Whetstone, also Mathias Whetstone, Aug. 6, 1823.
R. M. Evans elected to the legislature by thirty two votes. Kirby Armstrong, Commissioner. Aug. 13, 1823.
August 27, 1823.
A convention called at the court house of citizens to make arrange- ments to cut the weeds and move old timber and rubbish from the streets, alleys and commons of the town. The Gazette says it would have been better to call on the town trustees, but approves the call. "No town in the western country enjoys better health at present than Evansville, and by a proper attention to our police we have little doubt of a continuation of that blessing. Our population may be estimated at 500 persons, and we do not know of a single case of sickness among the citizens coming from the ordinary diseases in the western country."
James Elliott advertises sale at his house about three miles from Evansville, his stock, farming outfit and household furniture, for Aug. 30th. (Aug. 27) 1823.
Sept. 3, 1823.
E. Harrison as senior editor comments on newspaper talk about the recent vote on state convention, and says that he was the author of the law authorizing the people to vote for or against a convention. The vote carried in his district but failed in the state.
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Thos. E. Casselbury advertised a partition vs. Urbin Mark, Jesse Skelton &c, in Vanderburgh Circuit Court. Aug. 23, 1823.
Commission for building state road to meet where the road crosses Pigeon Creek near Capt. Negley's Mill for purpose of letting bids 12th of September next. Adv. Aug. 22, 1823. Paper of Sept. 10, 1823.
E. Harrison advertises the Tavern Stand and Ferry across the Ohio River formerly occupied by Mr. Daniel Chute and at present by Mr. Wm. Daniel for rent, Sept. 9, 1823. Paper Sept. 10, 1823. -
Notice: There will be a sacramental meeting at the house of P. Pritchett Esq. three miles from Evansville by the Methodist Church on the 13th and 14th days of September next. (Sept. 10, 1823).
Advertises letter list, Oct. 15, 1823. Susan Burtis inter alia.
Wm. Daniel advertises, removed to stand formerly occupied by A. Warner, and opened a House of Entertainment. Table and bar for customers and strangers. Oct. 14, 1823.
Nov. 23, 1823, the announcement is made of dissolution of firm of Jones, Harrison, Jones and Chandler, notes and accounts to be on hands of G. Jones for collection. (Nov. 26, 1823).
Dec. 1823, Senator of Vanderburgh, Posey and Warrick, Elisha Harrison, Representative, Vanderburgh and part of Warrick County. Robert M. Evans.
J. W. & G. Jones notify customers to come in and settle. Same Harrison & Chandler. Nov. 7 (Nov. 9) 1822.
Gerard Jones has removed his store to the house on Main Street formerly occupied by Walters, Foster & Co.
Elisha Harrison was on Military Committee of the State Senate, Dec. 17, 1823.
In the House R. M. Evans was on Ways and Means and Military Committees.
2nd BOUND VOLUME OF GAZETTE FROM JANUARY 24 TO AUGUST 1825.
Who was Capt. Joseph Warner to whom General W. Johnson prints a handbill answer to an anonymous attack undated about 1816, posted in the back part of the Western Sun, Vol. 1816-1818.
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2nd BOUND VOLUME OF GAZETTE
W. R. Southard has taken the Tavern Stand, Main Street, Prince- ton &c., lately occupied by C. Harrington, Esq., &c. Jan. 14, 1824.
William M. Cully announces he is about to leave Evansville and wants to sell cheap "goods" not described. Will trade for raccoon skins, bees wax and venison hams. Jan. 14, 1824.
H. B. Chandler, P. M. Jan. 1, 1824 (Jan. 21).
Jones & Harrison, commission merchants (Jan. 21, 1824).
Kirby Wood retracts a slander on Samuel Scott. Witnesses, Wm. Inwood, Green B. Smith, James H. Richardson, John Marshall. Jan- uary 20, 1824. (Jan. 28).
Time of Circuit Court in Vanderburgh County. First Mondays in March and September. (Feb. 11, 1824).
Married by Presley Pritchett, Esq. Jedediah Fairchild to Miss Mary Ann D. Foulks, both of this place. (Feb. 11, 1824).
R. M. Evans on returning from the legislature to the bosom of his family and friends takes opportunity to inform them of the doings of the legislature, revision and compilation of the laws by the Governor. Board of Commissioners abolished, and Magistrates substituted.
Execution law revised. February 11, 1824.
February 18, 1824. E. Harrison and William Monroe announce a dissolution of Harrison and Monroe, publishers of Gazette.
Harrison writes a card as follows :
To the Patrons of the Evansville Gazette :
Having disposed of my interest in this establishment to Mr. Wil- liam Monroe the Junior Editor, I would do injustice to my feelings were I to refrain from expressing to you my gratitude for the support heretofore rendered the establishment. How far the paper has met your expectations, it is for you to determine, and not for me to judge. I can only say (on the part of myself and in justice to the Junior Ed- itor) that it has been conducted impartially and with a view to the best interests of the community.
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