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The American Union is published every Wednesday morning on Market Street, south side, a few doors below the F and M Bank, at five dollars per annum payable half yearly in advance or three dollars at year end. No paper will be discontinued until arrearages are paid. Advertisements inserted at usual rates. Letters to editors must be posted or they will not receive attention.
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America
Aston
Market Street
South Side
F. & M. Bank
Treasury Department
Congress
John Adams
Hamilton
Constitutional Treasury
Senate
Treasury
Federal Party
Sub-Treasury
Jefferson
King
Leeds
Steubenville
American Union
Pennsylvania State House
Printing notice for Hob and Pancy Cary executed at Union Office
A terse notice states Hob and Pancy Cary will be executed at the Union Office on the shortest possible notice. The wording is fragmented but implies a formal action or decree to be carried out with urgency.
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Union
Sub Treasury debate sparks wary farmer dialogue
In a neighborly sketch, two farmers labeled A and B discuss the Treasury question, contrasting Whig and Jeffersonian views. They argue the Sub-Treasury would restrain monarchy and preserve constitutional balance, urging readers to study both sides before forming opinions.
A July Fourth Reflection From Steubenville
A reader objects to attacking the writer of a July Fourth tribute, defending the right to celebrate. The piece extols Steubenville's scenery, nature, and the value of liberty away from politics, praising the Founding era and the Independence spirit while condemning dissent and party strife.
Reader denounces Whig party and seeks Union copies
A reader writes that reading a Whig supportive Herald shifted his views toward Republican principles. He alleges Whig leaders mask their agenda, accuses the party of monarchical leanings, and thanks the Herald for exposing perceived banking ties and distortions of Jefferson. He requests two copies of the Union for delivery to Elliotville and Wellsville.
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Herald
Hamilton
Adams
Elliotaville
Wellsville
The
Jefferson
Reading of Mr. Jefferson Opinions Cited Caution
A brief note expresses caution about presenting Mr. Jeffersons opinions and wishes success to the recipient in a good cause. The sender hints they may respond again, signaling ongoing correspondence.
Financial Question Divides Wright and Webster Clash
In the Washington Globe July 6 summary of a national financial debate, Wright supports bank note reception with limits while Webster seeks to bar deposits by banks. The piece notes a House vote favoring separation of government funds from banking, with a near party line split and a long list of absentees. The decisive vote rested on Speaker’s casting vote, leaving several key figures uncertain.
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Washington Globe
National Intelligencer
Wright
Webster
Senate
House
Treasury
Campbell
Mr. Webster
Curtis
Mr. Campbell
Messrs
Boon
Bruyn
Buchanan
Chapman
Clowney
Davee
Haley
Harrison
R. M.T. Hunter
Ingham
Klingensmith
Loomis
Morgan
Morris
Murray
Owens
Palmer
Parker
Congress adjourns leaving half business unfinished
The document recalls nine days of speeches by Bond and others and accuses the Whig party of obstructing administration measures. It laments seven months of opposition in a constant war against government actions, predicting continued delays as long as opposition allies with banks and money power persist.
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Mr. Bond
John Q. Adams
Wise
Prentiss
Alt
Shameless river robbery on Saturday night on the Ohio
A Louisville evening tale reports a bold act of violence on the Ohio River. The steamers Groe Abadour and Echo raced. the Echo’s pilot-house was struck by a gunshot, fired from the Troubadour, with the assailant unknown. The incident drew strong condemnation.
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Vittainy
Echo
Louisville
Cincinnati News
Printer's payment history as a credit test
The Cadiz Sentinel suggests using publishers payment records to judge credit on applicants. If a merchant does not take newspapers, they should be deemed uncreditable, as regular payment to printers indicates reliability.
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Cadiz Sentinel
Liberty or Mammon Rally Warns of Bank Power
A St. Clairsville Gazette critique faults federal leaders over government bankruptcy claims and bank domination. It denounces bankers and brokers, urges resumption of specie payments, and calls Americans to defend liberty against a moneyed power threatening the Constitution and laws.
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Congress
Treasury
Federal Party
Biddle
America
St. Clairsville Gaz
Lies by the Dozen National Laborer
The National Laborer lists twelve alleged claims about currency, labeling each as a lie. It rejects the notion that U S currency by irresponsible corporations or government policy deranged the economy, and argues against a gold silver standard, state banks, or a privately run National Bank.
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United States
England
Appropriations for Indians on the Western Frontier
Congress approves measures to hold Creeks and Osages treaties and to provide subsistence for western Indians. The $150,000 relief plan aims to ease grievances and promote quiet as army expansion continues, signaling government goodwill and potential stability beyond the Missouri.
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Congress
Mississippi
Missouri River
Baltimore and Ohio railroad to begin ravens on Wheeling route
The Wheeling Gazette reports the B and O railroad directors intend to start ravens on the Wheeling line immediately. Engineers will stake off the route in a day or two in preparation for contract letting.
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Wheeling Gazette
Baltimore and Obie Railroad
Wheeling
Medium of exchange condition for New Orleans banks
The piece argues New Orleans banks will resume specie payments only if the United States Bank furnishes a medium of exchange. It contends that any bank with funds can create drafts as the exchange medium and mocks New Orleans plans while urging immediate U S Bank cooperation to supply or back such a medium, highlighting policy and finance implications.
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Washington Globe
BANK
U. S
New Orleans
Biddle
New York Journal of Commerce
Bank of the
United States
Liverpool
London
United States Bank
New York
Bank of the United States
Sub-Treasury
Revival of Connecticut Blue Laws in Boston Jail
Abner Kneeland reports his June 191u Boston jail letter describing separation from wife and children during sentence for irreligious opinions. He notes his daughter reaching through bars, his kiss to the air, and laments William Webster’s lack of eloquence against religious control and bank power.
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Massachusetts
Abner Kneeland
Boston
Mr. Webster
Banks Lambs and Sheep: Louisville Adverts Critique
The Louisville Advertiser mocks Mr Garland by likening banks to lambs and sheep. It argues banks profit from cotton exchange at a 25 percent premium, exchanging their own notes, and contrasts this with heavy fleeces from prized sheep, calling the comparison outlandish.
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Louisville
Garland
Mississippi
Fugitive from the Penitentiary in Bank Controversy
The orator of Federalists at Princeton labels Republican leaders as fugitive from the penitentiary for opposing the National Bank. A Senate bill to punish issuing counterfeit currency as bank notes passes the House, while Biddle’s backers fail to defend him. The piece ends by accusing lawyers of using paid influence to aid Whig and Bank interests.
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Fry
Princeton
Senate
National Bank
Biddle
Wise
Sergeant
Whiggery
Bankery Globe
Bank Attorney Bond speech circulators exposed
In Maryland a Democratic paper highlights how federalists wield power through circulators of Bank Attorney Bond's speech. It contrasts Whiggery in office with Whiggery out of office as a political divide.
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Bond
Maryland
Facts for the People in Maryland Debt Critique
In 1831 Maryland Treasury held 35367.22 surplus while subsequent years show growing deficits. Public debt rose from 180947 in 1828 to about 14 million, with ongoing borrowing to pay interest. Three European loan commissioners cost about 20000, one chief judge absented from duties yet paid. Gov Veazey ordered 3000 to 4000 paid to Thomas Culbreth without service.
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Maryland
Europe
Veazey
Thomas Culbreth
Maine Congressman Fairfield Nominated for Governor
The Boston Post lauds John Fairfield as a self made man who rose from sailor to Congressman and now is urged to become Maine’s governor. At forty five, he embodies perseverance and talent, with citizens uniting to support him despite his initial reluctance.
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Maine
John Fairfield
Congress
Boston Post
Providence
Fairfield
Ex President Jackson Regains Health, Democratic Hope Grows
The Cincinnati Advertiser reports from the Hermitage that Andrew Jackson is restored in health and spirits. It notes his hospitality and mind, claims Tennessee has rejoined democracy, and asserts Federal Whiggery is no longer dominant there. Ohio Democrats express unanimous cheer for his long life and continued legacy.
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Cincinnati
Jackson
Tennessee
Ohio
Capture of Henderson on Huntress at our wharf
Yesterday morning John B. Henderson, charged with forging treasury drafts and a recent jailbreaker at Washington, was captured by officers Hazen and Jones on the steamboat Huntress at our wharf. He admitted his identity readily, and now awaits orders of the District of Columbia Marshall.
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Henderson
John B. Henderson
Treasury
Washington, D. C
L. Hazen
D. D. Jones
Huntress
Our Wharf
Texas
W. Doty, Esq
District of Columbia
Cincinnati News
Inquiry on Distasteful Brat Music in West Wilderness Tone
A reader laments music from an equally bratty source, noting its disagreeable tones. The complaint recalls hearing the line Oh for a lodge in some western wilderness, reflecting irritation that the music bleeds into thoughts for half an hour.
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West Wildernees
Inventions and Financial News From Early 1800s Press
A Baltimore tailor nails awning posts to tear clothes of passers by, likely seeking bustling patronage. England rail speculation grows mania with 100 mph travel feared. Rhode Island legislature met and adjourned in a week. New York City plans a Fifty Million Dollar Trust and Banking company. Several notes on banks, asylum plans, matrimony satire, fires, and river crossings.
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Cincinnati News
Baltimore
England
New York Express
Rhode Island
Congress
House of Representatives
New Hampshire
Granite State
Cleveland
Ohio
United States
Natchez
Messrs. Almond & Sons
Philadelphia
Walsh
Nashville
Louisville
M. Parsons
Valuable Legacy to the University of Va Library
The University of Virginia Library will greatly grow from a gift by the late Christian Bohn of Richmond. About four thousand volumes are expected, including the Dussedorf collection and the Belvider Gallery. The total library size, aided by Madison's prior addition, would reach nearly sixteen thousand volumes, placing it near Harvard and Yale in scope.
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University of Va
Christian Bohn
Richmond
Nerly
Dussedorf
Belvider Gallery
Madison
Havard
Yale
Regulator Criticizes Bank Dividend Policy
The Albany Argus reports the U S Bank of Philadelphia paid a 4 percent dividend for six months and a July 18 payout. It condemns Mr Biddle for not resuming payments while granting 8 percent dividends and notes a 2 dollar premium for specie in Philadelphia, accusing the bank of spurious currency and criticising the New York board of trade.
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U.S. Bank of Philadelphia
Biddle
Philadelphia
New York Board of Trade
King of Shavers
Albany Argus
Hurricanes and storms strike homes and trees in province
The Richmond Enquirer reports severe weather with multiple hur ricanes and thunder storms. On Sunday week houses were struck in the country and trees were prostrated. On Thursday two houses in the city were struck by lightning and in Prince George County the hurricane tore off branches and scattered shocks of wheat. Last Saturday two horses were killed under a tree at the Barbeeue Club gathering.
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Prince George
Barbeeue Club
Richmond Enquirer
Mexico Arrivals Report No Important News
Three Mexican arrivals Creole from Campeachy Cora and Byron from Sacra ficios bring no political news of note. Blockade still in force to the 23d ultimo. Boston at Vera Cruz and Natchez sighted near Tampico, crews healthy. Columbi anna from Liverpool brings 200 000 sovereigns for the Commercial Bank, about 410 000 in silver, signaling a move toward metallic currency.
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Mexico
Campeachy
Cora
Byron
Sacraficios
Boston
Vera Cruz
Natchez
Tampico
Srecix
Columbianna
Liverpool
Commercial Bank
Toast at Bellbrook By Xenia Band Members
The Ladies of Xenia praise a Buckeye beauty with dazzling gems in her coronet on Buckeye banks and silvery streams. They wish a thousand happy years to the Honey Moon with three cheers and a festive toast on the fourth.
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Bellbrook
Xenia
Ladies of
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