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Newspaper
American Union
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1843
Page
3
The notice urges readers to pay $1.50 in advance for one year of the Union, credits existing prepaying subscribers, and announces a shift from credit to cash, stating all items except newspapers are cash and many places are already cash.
A brief communication hints that D will respond next week and A from McCullough's paper should have provided his name. The rule requires publishing no communication without knowing the author, even as the subject is deemed worthwhile.
Paul Pry argues that John and other stockholders in Jefferson county must demand payment of capital and surplus from the F. and M. Bank. He condemns locked up money, no interest, and higher taxes as whig banks keep funds idle for the community, urging stockholders to press for the money due and benefits lost to owners.
The piece argues for a November national convention to nominate a Democratic candidate, opposing May, and warns against being dictated to by Calhoun and allies. It emphasizes unity, timely nomination, and direct delegate meetings to secure broad popular support.
The piece rails at Calhoun’s alleged dictation for the 1844 Democratic convention. It argues delegates should be chosen freely, warns against per capita voting and dictation from any one leader, and advocates holding the convention in November to prove democracy remains unconstrained by single figures. It condemns men chasing office as a curse to the party.
A New Orleans correspondent reports President Houston has branded Commodore Afcore of the Texas navy as outlaw and pirate and ordered western armed bands dispersed. Public opinion favors Commodore Moore while Houston is viewed as a traitor selling the country to Santa Anna for gold. A hopeful note wishes Texas strength and republican triumph.
A European debt total near eight billion dollars is described as built by wars and aristocrats seeking power. Texas abolition chatter claims slaves numbered about 25,000 with proposals to compensate owners and free them. Noah Webster of New Haven died at his residence on the Sunday morning noted, aged 82.
A British clash in the Sandwich Islands led by Lord George Paulet aboard the Carysfort ends with the island king forced to provisional surrender after insolent demands. Claims of British oppression and conquest abroad anchor the incident in a pattern of imperial aggression.
A Holmes County Democratic gathering adopted a resolution to aid the editor of the Holmes County Partner and appointed a committee to gain 800 good subscribers, a boost seen as encouragement for a democratic newspaper.
The Wheeling Gazette criticizes Whig principles, arguing the party favors men over measures and would disband if Cray is not chosen. It suggests the stance is more a Clayey principle than a true Whig doctrine.
In Lancaster on the 29th ult the democracy of Fairfield county chose Jarlin Van Buren and Richard Johnson as their first presidential and vice presidential candidates for 1844.
The Acadia arrived in Boston from Liverpool after 123 days at sea while Britannia completed a Halifax to Liverpool voyage in 10 days. Ireland faces large anti repeal rallies led by O Connell and troops are deployed. Manchester sees a violent riot amid brickmakers strike. Brest dockyard workers strike over dismissals. French forces seize Prenoz in Algiers. English revenue dips except post office. Irish rent cuts noted. Van Buren sub treasury cited.
A political clash revisited from three years ago, criticizing whigs for opposing high salaries but now noting their Ohio editorial push for higher pay for U S district judges. The piece argues a fair salary must reflect labor value and public service, citing Ohio workers earning 100 to 300 dollars yearly and advocating a $1000 pay as ample for judges.
The Herald cites a dispute over daily wages and political lines. It contrasts a 82 dollar claim with a levy for the poor, noting laborers gaining better pay under democratic government after banks failed, and criticizing Whig promises. The exchange frames party loyalties and wage expectations amid economic shifts.
The article contrasts 1840 wheat prices under different parties. It notes wheat falling to 40 cents per bushel as banks falter, then rising 60 percent under Democratic rule due to specie inflow. It accuses Whigs of yielding to bankers and manufacturers to widen the gap for the masses.
At a Holmes County Democratic gathering recommendations named November 15 as the time to hold the national convention. Martin Van Buren was cited as the Democratic presidential candidate for 1844.
Steubenville May 24 1843 Jefferson County Democrats resolve for Van Buren at the National Convention and for a July 4 1843 State Convention while debating May 1844 and November 1848 timing. The Zanesville Aurora questions motives, urges unity, and calls for a statewide delegates convention to halt party division.
The piece argues for self reliance by the party in Jefferson county and warns the Zanesville faction threatens the Democratic cause. It cites Aurora newspaper threats and calls for a state convention if needed, urging preservation of union and loyalty to Democratic principles amid regional splits. Musklingum and St. Clairsville are noted as drifting toward federalism.
A Jefferson County notice urges electors to consider candidates for state and county offices. D Cable, twice elected, declines a next-term candidacy, citing belief in term limits and public service renewal. The item also reports local marriages, canal and wheat prices, and wool and flour market notes from Washington County and Steubenville.
John Kells Awetionce offers various items including shades and paraxals for sale by THOMAS & JENKINS at Strumenville Ontario. He will receive merchandise and sell on commission for others, with references available if needed. He has worn gear and a selection of pumps and goods. Prices are cash only and no credit.
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