Banking influence and society in the London circular
Extract from the London Bankers Circular dated January twenty seven discusses that banks' influence aligns with wealth aristocracy rather than democratic numbers, calling great chartered banks with limited power influential and noting the United States Bank as an example of favorable political sway. A closing note invites friends to visit the Market street office today.
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Mr Benton’s Speech On The Independent Treasury Bill
The paper begins publishing Mr Benton’s speech favoring the Independent Treasury Bill. It touts his high debater reputation and declares the speech contains powerful, argument unanswerable content. Readers are urged to study it carefully as portions will appear in successive issues until completion.
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Test vote on Independent Treasury bill in House
The House voted to lay the Senate bill establishing an Independent Treasury on the table by 106 to 98 with 82 absent. The vote details show complexities from multiple absences and a potential reconsideration by Mr Gray. Globe report notes opposition among the Opposition and the broader implications for currency vigor and governance.
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Three Steamboat Accidents Reported in Nashville Union
The Nashville Union reports three steamship disasters this period. Liverpool burst its stand-pipe on the 10th en route from Little Rock to Memphis, killing five and scalding eleven. Harp sank after snagging near Frog Bayou. Daniel O Connell struck a snag and sank in seven feet of water ten to twelve miles below Princeton.
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New Orleans
Princeton
Federalists opposed will and attacked the public voice
An analysis alleging Federalists repeatedly thwarted the popular will from Burr versus Jefferson to bank charters and Indian wars. It accuses them of manipulating elections, supporting a second bank, opposing war funding, and undermining specie payments to force compliance, while labeling Democrats as the true champions of liberty.
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Webb Bank Purchase Allegations Cited by Bennett
The piece cites James Gordon Bennett asserting that James Watson Webb and M M Noah were bribed to support the United States Bank. He testifies under oath that the men were purchased through Silas E Burrows to influence policy, tied to a Cincinnati fire and related business losses. It notes related canal and boat activity at Harrisburg in late month.
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Winters
Philadelphia
John R. Morrison
Knoxville
Ship from Havre Brings 288000 Francs In Specie
The Sully reached New York from Havre with 288000 francs in specie. The article notes Webb of the Courier Enquirer is unpopular here, citing a loss of fifteen hundred subscribers after the Washington outrage.
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Trial of General Sutherland in Toronto
The Ohio State man reports General Sutherland is on trial in Toronto. He attempted suicide by cutting his veins near the elbow and ankle joints. A guard was awakened by the blood on the floor and the bleeding was stopped.
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Letter: Navigation Open From Cleveland to Toronto and Detroit
A Huron letter to the editor of the Ohio Statesman reports the navigation route is now open from Cleveland through Toronto to Detroit, signaling improved water transportation access and regional connectivity. The note emphasizes the significance for trade and travel in the Great Lakes corridor.
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Steubenville’s Rise Through Education and Industry
The article recalls Steubenville’s vantage points and growth from a wilderness to a city with two academies. It notes the absence of grand towers and canals but credits generous nature and civic effort for the town’s reputation. It begins by highlighting the oldest academy led by Rev. C. C. Beatty.
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Rip van Winkles
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Winter session ends at Grove Academy with strong reviews
The winter session concluded on Thursday last with exams spanning two days. Teachers and students received high praise for Algebra Astronomy and Geography. A crowded audience including distant visitors witnessed eloquent essays orations and a debate on immigration. The Grove Academy anticipates a brighter May term as Mr Scott's efforts are acknowledged. Mississippi news notes Gholson declining re election to Congress.
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Public notices and political snips from 19th century press
Senator Morris receives public documents reminder. Governor George Arthur arrives in New York aboard the Sampson. Cleveland Herald notes fourteen new steamboats to open Lake navigation. Louisiana Whig Governor vetoes bank abuses bill. Senate passes it but House fails to secure a constitutional majority. Mercury comments on Whig obstructive power and alleged bank corruption.
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Intelligencer Editor Flays Executive Discretion on Finance
The Globe reports the editor denounces the Executive's discretion to determine which paper is treated as specie under the bill. He argues this power causes currency derangement, revenue collapse, and government bankruptcy, criticizing the radical vice of centralized discretionary authority. He condemns the vote against Calhoun's amendment.
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Public Lands Price Bill and Monarchy Fear Debate
Editorial remarks on opposition unity and criticism of executive power in the money system. The Senate discussed land price graduation after Mr. Clay’s speech and then debated dueling limits, adjourning without major action. Globe, 29th.
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