04 Oct 1826
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Newspaper
Adams Sentinel
Location
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1826
Page
1
The Apama Bentinel discusses public improvement for the Pennsylvania Canal and Susquehanna system. It argues for a liberal, statewide program, opposing stingy cuts, and calls for legislative repeal of the current law if needed. It links canal work to regional trade, wealth, and state reserves while warning against rash haste.
The Sentinel urges a general turnout next Tuesday to vote for the settled ticket amid debates over democracy versus federalism. It questions opposition to the Delegate Ticket and defends the incumbents while urging consistency and unity among supporters.
In a debate attributed to A. Pennsylvania farmers, estimates show costs to render the Susquehanna and its branches navigable. They compare river improvements costing about 300 000 dollars to canal sections, arguing rivers could offer greater utility if funded, urging public good and sensible decision.
In York County a candidate for Senators has been nominated opposing the Democratic ticket. Peter Overdier, a Hanover area farmer, is endorsed by Independent Republicans for the county seat. He is described as respected, possessing sound judgment and liberal principles. The ticket lists his name, and supporters believe he will win a large majority in the county.
A Philadelphia notice reports Jacob Cassat withdrawing from a proposed 1824 election ticket amid citizen meetings at Samuel Swope's Bonaughtown house. It states the move was done without Cassat’s knowledge or consent and urges supporters to back other candidates. The item cites further political notices, including other local declarations and references to related congressional candidates and foreign reports.
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