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Newspaper
American Union
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1843
Page
3
The passage presents a Defense style narration during a trial, praising mercy and challenging the defendant’s knowledge of unlawful acts. It paints a vivid, sorrowful portrait of a decaying family amid scandal, focusing on Miss Mercer, Mahlon Heberton, and the accused’s relationship, ending with a plea for understanding rather than punishment.
The courtroom heard impassioned defenses arguing female virtue and moral atmosphere as the judge instructed the jury. The speaker compared Amnon and Tamar to the case, urging a verdict based on law and evidence while invoking divine guidance.
The court adjourned and jurors deliberated for 56 minutes before returning a not guilty verdict. A crowd outside roared, surged into the building via windows, causing near suffocation as officials sealed exits and urging decorum after the verdict. Mr Carpenter and Mr Vroomenid appealed for orderly conduct.
The court, judge admonished order as Mercer faced crowd reaction. When Not Guilty words were heard, spectators clapped loudly until order restored and Mercer was led out with counsel. A universal shout followed as the town pressed forward to see him and give thanks, ending with cheers at the jail.
The Evening Mercury reports Mercer entering the apartment after acquittal to a scene of forgiveness and reunion. Sarah begs mercy for her brother, the mother embraces him as one restored from the grave, and the youth forgives his sister while praising the family for their forgiveness and support.
In Woodbury and Philadelphia, public opinion swung in favor of Mercer and virtue after Heberton’s death following his alleged outrage. The piece urges society to uphold morals, warns parents and young women, and critiques Whig tactics as they pivot to attack the county treasurer and the Saving Fund Society.
The Rhode Island election favored the Whigs, with the Charter party gaining influence. The entrenched aristocratic government reduces the public’s ability to shape full policy, signaling limited popular input in governance.
The Democratic candidate for Governor was re-elected by a majority of 643 amid a surge of Claymen, Tyler-men, Abolitionists, and other pro-milk and water politicians. Democrats also won four congressmen, and the legislature is expected to be largely Democratic in both chambers, with supporters urging continued momentum.
The packet ship Vicksburg from New York arrived last evening bringing $100,000 in specie consigned to various local merchants, as reported by the New Orleans Herald.
The Nashville Union quotes a debate over Whig leaders who used “sweet voices” to win votes. It argues that many Democrats honored their pledges but were labeled traitors for switching, while Whigs claim patriotism in supporting changes. The piece condemns deserters who oppose the party as intimidating opponents.
Pittsburgh observers report strong support for a railroad from Pittsburgh to Cumberland. A public meeting at the new Court House on Saturday aims to assess feasibility, with optimism that such a line will protect local business from diversion to other routes and outpace rival road plans.
A Mobile Herald writer notes printers show greater intelligence and liberty of opinion than other trades. He praises printers for a wide vision, fellowship with humanity, and superiority in letters and learning, making them valued allies to statesmen and the public.
Public sale announcement from the Court of Common Pleas of a county listing the venue at the Court House in Steebeewine. The date and terms are partially garbled but indicate a sale of property or assets under court authority.
A letter praises Harlichs medicines as a strong remedy for dyspepsia and various diseases. The writer, once an invalid, now reports vitality and urges readers to consider the pills. The notice cites endorsements from Spirit of the Times and Sat. Chron. and lists the Philadelphia office and a Steubenville book store selling them.
Marriages listed include Wilford A P Eberhart of Mercer County PA wed Mary Ann Brownlee of the city on Tuesday evening by Rev J Burns. Robert McConnell of the State line wed Elizabeth More of Jefferson on April 4 by Rev J H Chambers. Joseph V Steven of Burgettstown PA wed Jane W Smith of Bloomfield Jefferson on Thursday the 6th by Rev H G Domingo. Dr William S Paul of ichland to Isaiah Norton of Trumbull County on the 10th by Rev G S. May their joys now be as sweet as their cake was to their palates.
Market report from Steubenville lists flour at 250 to 275 per double, wheat 45, corn 18 to 20, corn meal 20 to 25, potatoes 16 to 20, oats 12 to 15, apples 20 to 25, salt per bushel 137 to 162. Prices reflect general commodity ranges for the day.
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