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The American Union is published each Wednesday morning at the northeast corner of Washington and Third streets, over John Orr's Store. Subscription is two dollars per year, payable half yearly in advance, or three dollars at year end. Papers will not be discontinued for arrears. Advertisements inserted at usual rates. Letters to Editors must be postpaid.
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Washington and
Third Streets
John Orr
Bank Charters Under Bill From Pennsylvania Legislature
Extracts from a Pennsylvanian bill reported by Mr. Stevenson propose double liability for bank shareholders if banks fail to redeem notes in specie after 1838, with gold or silver redemption required later. Sections cover stock auction profits, charter forfeiture upon refusal to pay in specie, and prohibition on small notes under ten dollars from 1838. The piece cites federalism issues and Ohio politics, noting a party pamphlet by TZ’ekel.
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Stevenson
Committee On Banks
Pennsylvania
Ohio
The Pre-emption Bill Debate and Senate Action
The article recounts a heated discussion on the pre-emption bill led by Mr. Clay who denounces it as harmful to the poor while praising hardy pioneers. It also covers Senate delays on the Walhend ing canal and a dramatic House session where the previous question gagged debate, forcing a later vote on a Whig resolution.
Ohio Legislature In Session Governmental Resolutions and Turnpike Bill
The Ohio Senate debated Mr James federal resolutions until 11 PM with federalists voting for and most Democrats opposing the measure. The House focused on funding Urbana Troy and Greenville Turnpike with a state subscription of 30000. Debate remains over delaying the subsidy until Board of Public Works exam and projected two percent annual yield. Abolition petitions and reform calls appear amid partisan maneuvering to alter the internal improvement law. The plot thickens.
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Senate
James
Register
Messrs. Smith
Green
Urbana, Troy and
Greenville Turnpike Company
Bronson
Board of Public Works
Messrs. Bell
Chambers
Messrs. Bronson
Ford
Preemption bill debates in Senate with Clay opposition
The Senate opened discussion on the Pre-emption bill aiding meritorious settlers on public lands. Mr. Clay moved to postpone two weeks but was defeated as opponents argued longer delays would push the measure into months. Supporters urged immediate action viewing President Van Buren’s recommendation as favorable to productive interests.
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Clay
Senate
Friends of the Bill
van Suse
Democratic and Federalists Clash Over Strengthening Democracy
The Democratic faction advocates broader democracy while the Federalists oppose measures that would favor and empower democratic influence. The dispute centers on expanding democratic rights and government strengthening versus preserving existing power structures.
Federal party tactics and Florida war debate in Congress
Washington Jan 23 1838 reports a heated House session led by Wise Virginia criticizing government policy and Seminole treaty. Cambreleng seeks funds for Florida Indian hostilities while Downing Florida asserts dire conditions. Wise accuses officials and Gen Jackson Van Buren Eaton Poinsett Jessup of misdeeds. Debate adjourns with no decision likely to resume.
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Wise
Virginia
House
Cambreleng
Committee of Ways and Means
Rose
Florida
Secretary of War
Quartermaster General
Mr. C
Downiay
Cannuia
Jackson
Marth
van Buren
Eaton
Poinsett
Jessup
Allice
Downing
Gen
Congress
Glascock
Georgia
Beil
Notal
Richmond Enquirer
Globe
Tennessee
Daniel Webster
Tom
Senate
Webster
Piper
Senate debates on War bill and Benton's pre-emption bill
The Senate passed the Seminole War bill without debate or opposition. Col Benton’s Pre-emption bill was then taken up and debated for the remainder of the day.
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Senate
Col. Benton
Pennybacker Speech Praised Amid Mississippi Contest
Washington January 27 1838 The speech by Hon Mr Pennybacker of Virginia on the Mississippi Contested Election drew broad admiration across parties He debated with pure reason avoiding florid language urging swift committee action and criticizing Whigs Conservatives for banking crises and delay The piece hints at political realignments and Whig disarray with references to Harrison Clay Webster and possible shift of James Garland from Conservative to administration ranks The Nashville Union narrative and Torrens letter are cited to expose political imposture and party tactics Globe.
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Washinegton
Mississippi
North
Washington
Harrison
Tippy
Henry Clay
Daniel Webster
Mr. Clay
Daniel
House of Representatives
United States
James Garland
Virginia
Garland
Maury
Tennessee
Bronson
New York
Nashville Union
Torre
Torrens
Hoenes
Globe
Refutation of Jackson rumor blocks Van Buren critique
A Nashville fabrication refutes claims that General Jackson overthrew Van Buren’s administration. The Banner cites Jackson’s denial and condemns anti Republican efforts to ruin his reputation. It notes opponents use rumors and delayed testimony to paint him falsely and calls for public discernment.
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General Jackson
Jackson
Nashville
Hermie
Tennessee
Jefferson, Banks and the Independent Treasury Debate
The New Era decries Conservative duplicity in praising Jefferson while opposing his banking reforms. It cites Jefferson’s 1816 letter and 1813 thoughts advocating an independent treasury and specie currency, arguing the conservatives betray democratic ideals for self interest.
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New York Bank-Regulated-Credit System
Journal of Commerce
Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson
Treasury
United States
Democratic Party
John Taylor
Virginia
John W. Epps
Congress
France
Republic
Andrew Jackson
Martin van Buren
New Era
Genera Jackson in Aging Hero’s Quiet Respect
Nashville Banner urges fair treatment of General Jackson citing decades of service. It cautions opponents against harsh attacks during his declining years and calls for justice after his death despite party rancor.
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Genera Jackson
Jackson
Nashville
The Floridian Creeks Submit to West Florida Authorities
The Tallahassee papers report fugitive Creeks in West Florida have surrendered under their chief Co a hago and Stephen Richards, sent by Gov Call to negotiate. Richards writes that about seventy Indians, likely all those out, are now at Walker's Town on the Apalachicola.
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Walker's Town
Apalachicola
New Era
Clark and Voorhees Wed at Crowe Creek Jefferson
In Crowe Creek Jefferson county on Thaselay 3th January the Rev J Moree joined Mp Robert J Clark to Miss Saram Ann Voorhee s in a wedding ceremony the event marks a local nuptial in the community.
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Crowe Creek
Jefferson County
Thaselay
J. Moree
Robert J Clark
Mies Saram Ann Voorhees
Arrival of Robert Fulton to Detroit with U S troops
The steamboat Robert Fulton chartered by the Government arrived at daylight bound for Detroit with 200 U S troops under Col Worth to preserve neutrality against Patriot forces on the Detroit River. It left Buffalo Sunday night stopping at Dunkirk and Fredonia where arms and munitions were seized. The next move is to disarm Patriot forces on Gibraltar Island. Fulton expected to reach there tonight.
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Cleveland Alverther
Buppalo
Robert Fulton
Homans
Navy
Detroit
United States
Col. Worth
Detroit River
Fulton
Buffalo
Dunkirk
Fredonia
van Renssuler
Marshall
New York
Gibraltar Island
War of words over Canada war and Navy Island tale
The piece cites deep national enmity from Canada war coverage and argues America’s growing strength. It recalls Navy Island resistance to Britain, notes American respect for the flag, and cites Buffalo Harbor events with threats to a deputy collector and criticism of British pamphleteers and Tory letters.
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Canada
America
Navy Island
New York
Buffalo Daily Star
Buffalo Habor
Scott
Gross Outrage Upon Rights Of American Citizens
From the Detroit Post dated January 16 an affidavit by Cap TAIN Grimes alleges an American citizen was fired upon by British agents and confined in a dungeon for four days with no food or water for thirty six hours. His men’s affidavits will be published later. The piece questions how long Americans will tolerate such outrages.
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Detroit Post
Grimes
Great Britain
Grimes describes detention and spoilage of sloop George Strong
State of Michigan sworn statement by Andrew Grimes of Swan Creek, Monroe County, recounting departure from Swan Creek for Detroit with the sloop George Strong loaded with wood and baskets. At Bois Blanc Island British forces forced anchorage, three U.S. citizens seized and jailed 36 hours without food or water, lodging refused, water denied, feet frozen, vessel unloaded and looted, rigging needed to repair, price obtained for load far below market, discharge in Detroit, January 15, 1838.
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Bois Blane Island
Malden
Detroit River
Detroit
United States
Deponent
G. Grimes
J. W. Strrone
J. P. Wayne Co
Michigan
Late from Europe reflects Canada unrest and London distress
News from Portsmouth and London reports Parliament attention on Canada affairs and a rumored 5,000 troop move proven false. Dispatches note Wetherell’s defeat, prorogation plans, Mord Mendizabal, and unsettled funds. London papers warn martial law possible. gale of December 20 21 causes widespread damage and flooding in Bradford and western suburbs.
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Canada
Montreal
London
Canadas
Col. Wetherell
St. Charles
Frankfort
Gottingen
France
Africa
Lisbon
Oporto
Mendizabel
Madrid
Liverpool
London Courier
John Colborne
Messrs. D'Avignon
Demaray
Chambly
London Observer
Lord Glenelg
Halifax
New Brunswick
Canaada
Thames
Wecsey
Bradford
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The American Union seeks extended circulation and patronage
The American Union, now owned by the undersigned, reports great expense, claims to be the state’s largest journal, and appeals to Democratic friends for support. It highlights Jefferson County’s population, currency concerns, and aims to publish timely news while offering two dollar annual subscriptions with half paid at six months and a three dollar rate if overdue.
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American Union
Ohio
Friends of Democratic Principles
Jefferson County
Congress
Union
Friends of the Establishment
Gratis
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