The Money Coiners denounce state bank notes in Ohio
A 1844 Steubenville tract argues that state chartering banks to issue notes violates the U.S. Constitution by emitting bills of credit. It cites Webster and constitutional text, warns lawmakers that banks’ notes are uncoin constitutional, and urges Ohio legislators to reject bank incorporation. The piece frames currency as a public trust and urges action against paper money.
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United States
Webster
Treasury
Daniel Webster
Barings, Brothers, & Co
London
Ohio
State demands sacrifice of oath to imaginary wants and banks' rot
The critic argues that state power yields undesired aims as banks prove unconstitutional and unequal, failing the privilege equality and the purpose for which they were created. The piece laments banking’s systemic decay and calls for reform.
The Home League and Free Trade Debate
A critical view attacks the Home League and protectionism, arguing government tax support for one class harms the many. It condemns special protection as harming consumers and breaching constitutional equality while urging fair trade rules that serve all and promote national prosperity. The piece cites England and foreign tariffs as models of misery under high duties, urging restraint and universal justice.
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Friends
Free Trade
Hngand
England
New York Banxine Systems Failures Reported
The New York Herald states that twenty five red dog banks out of sixty three failed, seven safety fund banks are also troubled, while the remaining banks are in poor condition. Friends of the systems are urged to recall these facts before pursuing their claims.
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New York
South Carolina bill stalls over bribery finance clause
The Legislature debatable bill in South Carolina, Savra Canonima, passed amid a 36 to 3 vote balking at money from Clay's Distribution or Bribery bill. Ohio Whewie references appear as commentary or error in the text.
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Savra Canonima
South Carolina
Clay
Ohio
Congress slows as Linn moves to repeal Distribution Act
Reports from Washington city say little action in Congress this week. Mr Linn plans to introduce a bill to repeal the Distribution act at the first opportunity. He also asks the Commerce Committee to study a river navigation improvement plan for the Ohio Mississippi and Missouri rivers by removing snags. Party division suggests little winter work, though interest may rise after committee reports.
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Washington City
Congress
Linn
Ohio
Mississippi
Missouri
Snags &c
Proof and rumor about Senator Allen and Corwin plan
A writer for the Herald repeats an unverified claim linking Senator Allen to the Camelion tribe and alleges an unnamed source that Sheriff M Donald heard Allen favor Corwin’s banking plan. The piece demands affidavits from M Donald and others who heard such views and denounces the report as a gross falsehood until contradicted by direct witnesses.
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The
Herald
Senator Alllen
Mr. Allen
M’donald
M.D
Corwin
Allen
Auditor's Report Highlights State Revenue for 1841
The auditor notes general revenue ending November 15 1841 at 255 832 746 and general disbursements of 192 279 969. The grand levy returns for 1841 project 1842 revenue with a tax rise of about 27 000. Current year appropriations should stay within prior limits with possible reductions. A canal tax adjustment may require adding a quarter to half a mill for 1842.
The Elevator Weekly Endorsed In Cincinnati Notice
A brief praise of The Elevator weekly for its mission to elevate mechanics and challenge aristocratic fashions in a Republican county. The publication is commended as valuable for establishing correct opinion and giving the mechanic a rightful standing. Published in Cincinnati by J. H. Lovejoy and D. A. Robertson at a dollar fifty per year.
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Republican
Cincinnati
J. H. Lovejoy
D. A. Robertson
Christmas Cake by Mr Boyer on Fourth Street
A Christmas cake baked by Mr Boyer on Fourth Street stands in his shop, temptingly inviting a touch. The exterior looks excellent and the quantity promises feasting for a ment to feast from. It will be served up tomorrow for inspection.
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Boyer
Fourth Street
Oes Thanks Acknowledged At HW RL Publication
Oes expresses gratitude to Mr Mitheast of the HW RL E for public documents and support. The note highlights appreciation from the Oes community for assistance in processing essential records.
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Mr. Mitheast
Indictment Returned Against Banking Officers in City
The Grand Bay of Philadelphia reports a bill of indictment against officers and others of the United States Bank. They are charged with misapplying stockholders property in a case reflecting on bank management and fiduciary duty.
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Grand Bay
Philadelphia
United States Bank
Western Armory location survey near Alton report
The Board of Commissioners examined the Rapids of Illinois River from its mouth to Dayton and visited Alton. Four new coal mines were discovered near Alton. A prominent merchant will deliver coal to the Armory at five cents per bushel if located in Alton, per the Alton Telegraph. The Telegraph offers to compare the Armory Committee’s report with any other Mississippi site.
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Board of Commissioners
Ilinois River
Pernane
Ottawa
Pox River
Dayton
Alton
Alton Telegraph
Armory
Telegraph
Mississippi
Temperance progress in Uniontown and county reform
A Uniontown letter recounts the impact of the Reformed Drunkards from Baltimore visiting last summer. Meetings boosted temperance, with over nine hundred residents signing the Total Abstinence Pledge. Stories of past ruin, savings, family joy, and sobriety illustrate the movement’s momentum beyond Uniontown to Connellsville Brownsville Masontown McClellandtown and other towns. A Christmas County Temperance Convention is planned as more gain is foreseen.
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Baltimore
Pap
Temperance Society
Uniontown
Connellsville
Brownsville
Masontown
McClelandtown
Sife
Critique of Tyler plan for government bank system
A New York Ev. Post critique notes Secretary of the Treasury plan as a government controlled bank. It warns of unchecked note issues beyond fifteen million, fear of increased federal power, and harshly mocks distance based discount rules. The piece argues Congress may buckle to banking pressures and questions the scheme’s constitutional viability.
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Secretary of the Treasury
Tyter
Tyler
Congress
Mr. Tyler
New York
Philadelphia
Tinicum
Chester
Independent Treasury
Commercial
Express
Board of Control
Washington
Executive
Opposition to Tyler scheme noted in Whig view
The piece argues against President Tyler's plan, contrasting Whig doctrine with the President’s Messages and Vetoes. It praises Tyler’s willingness to revise opinions but urges omitting objectionable features, while awaiting the Treasury Report for fuller detail. The author contends parties should scrutinize the scheme and its plan rather than accept praised summaries in journals.
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Treasury
Tyler
Exiled Polish Captain Teaches Exercise Class
Capt Pi aeski, an exile from the Polish army, offers a six week course in the Tippecanoe club Room. He is described as a perfect master of the art and brings strong military endorsements from Europe and the United States. Pupils will learn both theory and practice under his instruction.
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Piaeski
Tippecanoe Club
Europe
New York State Debt Surges Since Federalism Era
The New York state debt stands at 24,065,254, up from 7,954,014 in 1837, an increase exceeding 16,000,000 during the federal period. In Burlington Iowa, pork packing expands with an operating facility now packing about 200 hogs daily.
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New York
Burlington
Iowa
Virginia Delegate Introduces Resolution on Bankrupt Law Repeal
In the Virginia House of Delegates on Thursday Mr. Brown a Democrat from Preston county introduced a resolution urging Virginia's United States Senators to vote for repealing the Bankrupt Law.
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House of Delegates
Virginia
Brown
Preston County
United States
Time and Space Annihilated by Fast Travel Speeds
The article recalls a historic rush of the President's message from Washington. It notes transport by Stockton & Co to Wheeling in 24 hours 5 minutes, then Neil & Co to Cincinnati in 23 hours 15 minutes, totaling 47 hours 20 minutes. Eastward, Baltimore in 1 hour 7 minutes, Philadelphia in 4 hours 40 minutes, New York in 9 hours 3 minutes at over 30 miles per hour.
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Washington
Messrs Stockton & Co
Wheeling
Cincinnati
Messrs Neil & Co
Baltimore
Philadelphia
New York
Democratic meeting in Jefferson county to choose delegates
A Jefferson county Democratic gathering is set for Thursday evening to appoint delegates to Columbus conventions on the ith and 8th of next month. All members are urged to attend at the Black Branch House, per Central Committee order.
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Jefferson County
Columbus
Collect on Accounts Urgently Notice
A request to all persons indebted to the subscriber by note or book account to call and make payment without delay. Those unable to pay in full should pay part, as recent losses compel urgent action. Signed V Owrsngy.
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Evry
Owesney Opens Bargain Stock With Extra Steubenville Supply
Vv. Owesney Still holds a full Grocery and Provision line and offers cash sales at low prices. He recently added more goods to the previous stock, including an enlarged Steubenville selection as of December 25.
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Steubenville, Dee
Dr William Pields moves office to Fourth Street vicinity
Dr William Pields informs Steubenville residents that he has moved his medical practice to a new office location a short distance north of Joshua Grimes tavern on Fourth Street. He will continue his surgery and obstetrics work and will be found at the new office except when professionally engaged. December 25, 1840s.
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Steubenville
8Th Street
Fourth
Joshua Grimes
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Mr. Tyters
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Telewaale Toy
E&s
Pittsburgh
Market St
Tee IR
Jaulsssa Alo
I& Law
St. Paul's Church
Dickey
D McGowan
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PD. W. Srizr
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Farmer
Columbiana County
Richmond
Knoxville
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Fork of the Roads
Wintersville
Salem
Springfeld
Friend of
Temperance
John Odbert
Johnston & Stockton
LUKE
Quomis
Holdship & Browne
James Howard, & Co
Hanna & Turnbull
Carter & Patterson
Ingram & McCandless
A. Robertson
Brighton
Jas
Turnbull, Steubenville
Z. H. Coston
J . Roy Rn
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