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Newspaper
American Union
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1839
Page
3
In Clark county a heated exchange critiques a Confederate editor and Republican stance on a proposed State Bank. The discussion centers on alleged weak wording, party loyalty, and calls for reform, contrasting pro and anti bank arguments and urging readers to judge the Confederate and Republican positions.
A fragmentary editorial urges a Confederate stance on vital questions and argues against a silent push by monopolies. It frames the choice as cooperation with a democratic ally or facing them as an adversary, insisting humbuggery days are over and people will not be betrayed.
A political pamphlet argues that the rise of a government tied to banking and currency speculation undermines republican ideals. It blames Federalists for funding schemes, the Independent Treasury, and social class power, warning that hard times signal a looming money market panic and a push for reform before 1840.
The text criticizes British influence here, praising English admiration while arguing the goal was to model government on British principles. It highlights banking, tariffs, and monopolies as tools favoring the rich, and warns they undermine labor and democracy while sustaining aristocracy and monarchy.
The discourse argues congressional and state roles in internal improvements. It warns against foreign capital, especially British influence, in banking and currency. The piece condemns plans tying government to foreign interests, predicting economic drain and political backlash from federalists, with editorials from multiple papers.
The Steubenville Herald editor, noted for venomous federalist rhetoric, argues theft is expedient after a leading federalist once claimed two paths to defeat the Democrats. The piece cites outvoting as first option and aligning with Democrats if that fails, implying theft as a resort. The context and specifics remain unclear due to fragmentary text.
The contrast presents Henry Clay quoting Jackson and Van Buren on political power and civility. It argues over whether Van Buren and his rivals would dominate conventions and elections, and questions which sentiments reveal the true statesman. The piece frames Van Buren as the Whig rival and asks readers to judge the aspirant’s character and the citizenry’s verdict.
A Herald note denounces the anonymous "A Mechanic" as a reckless imposter. The editors condemn the piece, vow to reply only when a responsible name endorses it, and mock the anonymous author as capable of satanic motive. Dated August 27, 1839.
A Wilmington Whig excerpt warns that abolitionist influence will force segregation, claiming whites may have to yield Ohio to Black residents or restrict Black settlement. It condemns rising prejudices and accuses Whigs of bowing to abolition dictates in Clinton and Highland county nominating rallies. Judge Lynch is noted for his old practices.
A fragmented excerpt notes opposition chatter following astonishing disclosures at the Branch Mint. The passage hints at political drama and public astonishment over revelations shaping the discourse surrounding the mint's operations.
New Orleans Whig press claims false alarms about mint corruption and Henry A Wise involvement. The Louisianian notes the investigation concerned a $200 deposit and a weighing clerk melter dispute. No officer is implicated. the discrepancy stems from a clerical entry error amid party tensions.
The Globe notes President Van Buren follows in his illustrious predecessor by negotiating advantageous treaties with foreign powers. The report frames his diplomacy as continuing a strong tradition and shaping international relations.
Paris Herald reports a Turin negotiated treaty between the United States and Sardinia promising direct imports of cotton tobacco and colonial goods to Italian ports. It envisages free transit Genoa to Switzerland and Germany and aims to remove intermediary costs expanding American, Cuban and New Orleans exports.
The message notes that all states reported in recent congressional elections show Democratic gains over the 1840 results. It highlights a notable tally of twenty-two in one section and references a code. The report emphasizes shifts in party strength across states.
Voting issue centers on S D Hunter in Steubenville with Imaminreiar backing. Reform groups and candidate Sarl are mentioned as figures shaping the race. Details remain fragmentary but indicate a contest over names and voter obligations in the municipal election.
The New York Era argues the Democratic Party’s loyalty to the people's will sets it apart from opponents. It denounces Henry Clay, praises Martin Van Buren for respecting public will, and cites the Independent Treasury debate and various state voting shifts to show how public opinion shapes political fate. The piece notes New York’s wavering stance on the issue.
At his residence on Third 1 on Monday the 20th, Mr Matthew Worstell aged 63, a the chinet. The deceased was a resident of this place, and a young man of meek promine on the same oath. Mie- Hun ter, daughter of Vir dohke ewer.
George Humphrey offers a 160 acre farm in Jefferson County Ohio for public sale on September 17. The property lies one mile above Warrenton and near Wheeling, with two dwellings, a frame barn, coal and limestone resources, an apple orchard, sugar camp, and ninety acres fenced. Indisputable title will be given. call to inspect before bidding. Aug 27, 1839.
Mechanics Institute notes the discussion on whether the society deserves public patronage, scheduled for Thursday Aug 23 1839, was postponed to Thursday evening next Aug 30 due to no advocate available. Public invited to Mr Plant's School room. by order of the society. Aug 27.
Advertisement from Steubenville dated August 20 1839 promotes Wild Mills by manufacturer Joseph Lowden on 6th street north of Market, urging buyers to call and examine. Bank of Steubenville notices call stockholders to pay ten dollar instalments within sixty days per board orders August 19 1839.
A large brick house at the corner of Third and North streets in Steubenville and a large frame house on Washington Street between Third and Fourth, plus a large brick tavern in Jacksonville one mile west. A long credit is offered with possession October 1. If private sale fails, property goes to public vendue October 8 at the Market House Steubenville at 10 a.m.
Administrator Joan K Sutherland calls all debtors to settle accounts with the Samuel A Patterson estate in Jefferson County Ohio. Creditors must present valid claims for settlement within one year. Dated July 16 1839.
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