Alton Mob Violence Sparks Cross-Union Outcry
A compilation of editorials condemns mob violence in Alton and defends free speech and press rights. It cites Lovejoy’s murder and mobs as threats to republican liberty, urging libertarian principles and strict punishment for perpetrators. The reports cite Concord Freeman and New York American perspectives and call for judicial action.
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Adam
Cumberland Presbyterian
Nashville
Tenn
America
Europe
Alton
United States
Illinois
E. P. Lovejoy
Death of Elijah Parish Lovejoy in 1837 Alton Chronicle
Notices commemorate Rev Elijah Parish Lovejoy, late editor of the Alton Observer. The article records his public murder in the Cirr of Axrox on the night of November 7 1837 and his death in defense of American liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elijah Parish Lovejoy
Alton
Special notice to subscribers about Observer publication plan
In Alton in 1837 T B Hurlbut explains the Observer will move to Cincinnati, incurring heavy weekly costs. Subscription changes will apply. nonreturning subscribers will be billed under the new terms. Refunds for advance payers are not available though some loss is accepted in support of the paper and editor. The arrangement lasts until Alton’s authorities lift their exile or law restores supremacy.
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Alton
The
Observer
Cincinnati
Alton Observer
T. B. Hurlbut
Anti slavery views and abolitionist movements debated
A long discourse defends abolitionist goals, arguing abolitionists seek to end slavery through reasoned argument, public agitation, and legal means. It contrasts abolition and temperance societies, notes no slave revolts incited by abolitionists, and urges Southerners to recognize the peaceful aims and openness of their campaigns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Free States
Abolition Societies
Temperance Societies
South
Lovejoy
Notice to subscribers of Alton Observer solicitation and payment demands
Notice requests cooperation to collect all dues for Alton Observer, pays wages to late office workers, urges renewing and extending circulation, and instructs non-subscribers to return next issue to E. W. Chester in Cincinnati with name and address. Payments within one month to agents or postmasters are in advance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alton
Upper Alton
The
Observer
E. W. Chester
Cincinnati
Ohio
Abolitionist Debate and Government Power in Slavery Question
The piece argues for discussing abolitionist aims without bitterness, notes prejudice against abolitionists, and condemns silencing debate by force. It discusses Congress versus Maryland and Virginia intents over District slavery, asserting government must rest on reason, not force, with abolitionists needing argument to prevail.
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District of Columbia
Congress
Maryland
Virginia
United States
U. S
U.S
Clay
Debate on Lovejoy murder stirs public opinion
In the Alton Observer a column questions attacks on Rev E P Lovejoy and defends his right to arms. The piece laments the mob violence that killed Lovejoy and rebukes editors who condemn self defense, arguing the defense of life and liberty is a sacred duty in a free land.
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Alton
St. Louis
Wickeburgh
Pittsburgh
Paul Pry
Royal’s
Washington
Cincinnati
Brother Lovejoy
Rome
Brainerd condemns mob violence against Lovejoy and press freedom
In a Philadelphia letter December 12, Thomas Brainerd defends Lovejoy’s motives, laments mob intimidation in Alton and St Louis, and argues the press must protect minority rights. He praises Lovejoy's integrity, notes strong abolitionist rhetoric, and warns against murdering ministers or silencing controversial papers.
Congressional clash over abolition and Texas annexation
In Washington disputes flare as petitions on abolition in the District of Columbia and Texas annexation ignite Senate debate. Mr. Clay defends petition rights while Calhoun and Preston urge tabled consideration. Mr. King cites northern agitation. the scene centers on sectional tensions shaping early republic principles.
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House
Adams
District of Columbia
Texas
Senate
Clay
Baltimore
Washinggton
New Jersey
Wall
Preston
Congress
United States’ Territory
Grundy
Messrs. Clay
Davis
Committee On
Meests
Calhoun
Strange
Buchanan
South
King
Alabama
North
Mr. Davis
Mass
Mrr. Clay
Abolition Debates in Congress Stir House Scene
In a stormy session, Clay argued for reference of anti slavery petitions while Calhoun opposed. Slade faced interruptions from Wise and Dawson as House debated abolition in the District of Columbia with Southern members exiting and the Speaker calling for order.
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Pope
Wentucky
Tor
District of Columbia
Slade
Theson, Garrison, May & Co
Wise
Virginia
Legare
South Carolina
Vermont
House
Dawson
Cort
Nye
Colon
Rhe
Rhett
South
Anting
Distr
Columbia
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Concord Freeman
Die Gellan
New York American
Tus
Meneen
Arron
Evening Post
Christian Mirror
New York Observer
Free Country
Cincinnati Whig
Whig
Russia
Whig Party
Actton
Philadelphia Observer
B. P. Laewejoy
Lexington
Wwe
Ge South
Pittsburgh Times
Allon
Jeffersonville
Mantua
Arran
Piaxsax
Chester
Union
Minois
Thomas Brainerd
Philadelphia
James Madison
Clinton
Briggs
Committee of Ways and Means
Fletcher
Messrs
District of
Columba
Kentucky
Sens
Mt North
I. Clay
Messrs. Wall
Prentiss and Se
Niles
Connecticut
Nor
Balt
Disey
House OF Representatives
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