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Newspaper
Alton Spectator
Location
Alton, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1838
Page
2
Authorized notice names Robert Suirs as candidate to represent Madison County in the next Legislature for the August election. Also announces U. F. Lindper Bag as an independent Democratic candidate for Madison County in the next General Assembly race.
The Alton and Greene County regions report Democratic Party activity and candidate support. Includes announcements of John M Kru for State Senate and James W Stevenson for Congress, notes on Stephenson’s treasury report, and county committee discussions.
A worker dispute over payment in depreciated currency led to an attack on Brooks after he refused to pay in Illinois money and demanded specie. Brooks fired in self defense, wounding one assailant as laborers burned property while his family fled.
The article notes a nationwide call for funds and reports that federal candidates for governor and Congress were chosen at a party convention in Berwadeville. It mentions local officials and the Brine Bank of Mh nuls aiding the process through the federal governor’s oversight.
Long Senate debate centers on the merits and risks of restoring the Bank of the United States and funding schemes. Calhoun argues the plan is flawed and dangerous, while Rives defends substitution and financial stability, with votes and strategy shaping the outcome.
The note discusses 3000 patchlets cabled at sea under Van Rarft Sailor and McLeod, their route toward the Canadian Territory, and a bill aimed at disturbances on the northern frontier. It covers opposition by multiple speakers, calls for avoiding a strong military presence, and references to Geo. Scott and other lawmakers amid a heated session.
Washington report notes Mr. Clay, after a profanity laden outburst in the House over the Sub-Treasury bill, delivered a remorseful address. He thanked God for past dangers, then argued against the Administration’s plans to undermine banking, asserting a Treasury-led policy shift. The scene mixed public scorn with sympathy as he delved into political aims.
The Richmond Enquirer and Albany Argus report strong opposition to the Sub Treasury bill and support for a reform alternative. They critique Rives substitute, favor state banks as depositories, and oppose privileges for banks while urging specie convertibility and public money safeguards. The Reform Bill passes Maryland’s House of Delegates amid Democratic backing.
A Pittsburgh paper informs of rising coal production and its potential for gas. It cites 1831 output of 41 437 bushels rising to 1837 figures and discusses gas lighting as a plan for city streets, plus locomotive transport ideas and diverse traction experiments.
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