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Newspaper
American Union
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1844
Page
2
A heated political speech extols the democracy while attacking the whigs. The speaker mocks misfit party labels, likens whigs to a coon emblem, defends Washington’s memory, and criticizes Henry Clay as a symbol of rival policies including distribution, protection tariffs, and a national bank.
The speaker argues Senator Choate’s claim that no ill will exists toward Britain is false. He recalls Ledyard’s surrender, the Dartmoor massacre, Hampden massacre, and killings on American shores, insisting Americans will never forget British tyranny as long as the Atlantic washes the continent.
The passage attacks national bank goals a protective tariff and taxing the poor for capital owners. It argues Treasury emptiness and debt by state assumption, calls a constitutional mutilation by removing veto power, critiques bankrupt laws and broad constitutional interpretation, and urges letting government aid the rich so the rich help the poor while invoking Henry Clay as central figure.
The Richmond Whig pledges strong protection for American industry while noting Henry Clay shifts on tariffs. It emphasizes Clay as more of a free trader than Van Buren, cites his letters responding to locofoco attacks, and argues for a balanced tariff to stabilize revenue and administration.
The American Union comments on Peters Hodge and Hunt resisting a City Bank charter renewal. It asserts widespread belief in their guilt and condemns reincorporation plans as outrageous. The piece argues the legislature cannot be swayed and praises proposed constitutional changes to bar future bank incorporations.
In Jefferson County spring elections the democracy gains momentum while Federalists falter. The Steubenville area shows Democratic majorities in city, township offices, and local boards as federal orators are depicted as pedlars. The piece hints at a coming Democratic wave next fall amid heated campaign rhetoric.
A whimsical notice announces that numerous animals including elephants giraffes zebras and parrots are invited to attend as es Sabogaten at large to the great whig national convention in Baltimore in May with ample accommodations provided at the expense of the Clay executive committee a banner to the most numerous delegation
A fragmented column reports public concerns over the Ohio canal readiness, a fire destroying Mrs Campbell's stable in Columbus, and a Maine woman's vow not to marry a Whig. It notes Gen Henderson arriving to negotiate Texas annexation, shipping news from China, and NH town results showing Steele leading in federalist contrasts. Also mentions Utica defectors favoring Van Buren.
A letter from Isaac Wells of Avon asks Col. Stone to publish Van Buren’s wartime support. The Commercial Advertiser editor defends Van Buren, states he backed the War of 1812 thoroughly, and condemns attacks as false. The piece praises Stone for candor against political opponents.
The Senate Elections Committee chair reported that Thomas Slidell was duly elected and qualified to seat, rejecting Whig accusations of fraud over naturalization certificates. The measure passed without opposition.
Henry Clay delivered a strong congressional critique of the United States Bank in 1811 arguing against its constitutionality. Later he served as bank attorney and earned 1700 for tie services. The sequence shows a shift from opposition to formal involvement with the institution.
A Globe commentary denounces a planned exhibition in Baltimore for the Whig national convention featuring buffaloes Osage delegates and Mexican riders. It likens the stunt to Rome’s gladiatorial shows, arguing such entertainments corrupt public virtue and manipulate voters. It condemns the spectacle as degrading and unworthy of free men.
The writer insists that any published pieces carry his real name rather than an assumed signature to avoid opponents branding him a loco foco. He urges the editor to hear from him and publish with his consent to maintain credibility and counter hostile misrepresentation.
The piece notes Democratic advances in Pennsylvania during spring elections and a Democratic front in New York themes. It references Whig declines, and mentions figures such as Van Boren and Phebus in a historical political context with implied momentum for the party.
The piece cites British defiance of the Ashburton treaty and notes parliamentary backing for measures seen as defrauding Maine by 20 cent per ton export duties on Tar St. John timber. It argues the New Brunswick policy, approved by Ottawa, mirrors stumpage cuts and shifts profit to the Crown, harming American operators and Maine's interests.
Corres from The Connection New York Herald discusses patriotic labors and party tactics in the Texas annexation debate. Whigs oppose annexation to peel abolition votes, aiming to win a state majority for a U S Senator. Rumors of a secret abolitionist–Whig understanding surface. Also notes Pennsylvania and Maryland legislatures likely to adjourn amid repudiation chatter.
The Chillicothe Advertiser notes Henry Clay entered New Orleans and Mobile on Sundays, causing crowds to disrupt worship and create turmoil. It cites newspapers questioning his piety and urging restraint, warning that continued Sabbath travel could anger both northern and southern readers and draw harsh criticism from religious and other presses.
On the 31st alt by Rev J Burns Jerewton Taylor wed Miss Estiza Evans, both of this city. On the 21st alt by Rev John K Cunningham Hesen Beart of Frooke county Va to Renerees Mackey of this county. On the 26th alt by Francis Bell Esq Jonx R Winters of Cross creek township to Evenor Maria Duvatt of Wayne township.
The Washingtonian Total Abstinence Society holds a meeting this Thursday at 6:30 PM in the First Presbyterian Church. All members are urged to attend. Secretary W. MacDowell announces the call for general attendance.
The Phanix Bank of Columbus failed swindling noteholders of 257000. The Circleville Herald reports winter hog kills totaling 41484 head weighing 7820944 pounds at cost 590 60. The article notes 230000 spent in pork operations plus 180000 labor and related costs, plus 50000 for barrels and salt. It questions Ohio towns over pork industry impact and cites Steubenville wheat and flour prices.
Provisions demand improves with prime pork at 7 061a712 dollars for City and Mess at 9 874. Beef prime held at 4252450, City and Mess at 6 25. Lard sold at 6c. Western flour at 4 87 a 503, southern at 4 874 a 5. Wheat at 106 dollars.
Philadelphia Market reports brisk flour with late advance and moderate demand for wheat rye corn and oats. Several cargoes of seed sold at last week rates. Flour Super Wheat per barrel 4 6 2. Provisions list Mess Pork new per barrel 9 50 2975 Prime 7 75 mess beef 8 0 3 50 Hams per pound 4 4 0 7 cents.
Pittsburgh market務 report indicates rivers down slightly since last check but business remains brisk across the city. Streets show activity as merchants and manufacturers continue to pack goods, with a bustling sense of commerce throughout the area.
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