Native rights and nativism debate in federal politics
The excerpt criticizes nativism and native born privilege, cites Mr Archer’s congressional remarks urging naturalization limits, and argues that foreigners, especially Irish and German citizens, should not be denied rights. It denounces claims that foreigners lack appreciation for free institutions and praises the District Banks wind-up as a triumph of equal liberty against paper money.
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District of Columbia
O Connell Faces Sentence in Ireland Riot Case
The Dublin court sentenced Daniel O Connell and six others to prison terms and fines after a trial over traversers of a conspiracy. O Connell declared the justice failed, and an appeal to the House of Lords was pledged, while supporters urged peace and quiet.
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John Gray
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R. Barrett
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T. M. Ray
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Corn Exchange Rooms
Grand Democracy Rally Planned for Steubenville Fourth
A call to supporters in Steubenville and neighboring counties to join a grand rally on the Fourth of July to advance liberty and equal rights, urging strong turnout and active participation in the democratic cause.
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Friends of Democracy
Steubenville
Amendment of the Constitution and the people’s election
A historic note endorses Mr Beavers bill to reform how the President is chosen. The article favors removing caucus and convention control, arguing the public should select and vote for candidates rather than entrusting leaders who seek self advancement.
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U.S
Beaver
Democrats Split Headlines From A Meeting In Politics
A partisan letter critiques a purported democratic meeting in Kensington Philadelphia, alleging Perry Tylerites and Clayites back Tariff and Polk, urging withdrawal from the Presidential field. It notes no public proceedings, skewers Van Buren calls, predicts campaign turmoil, and cites Allegheny county nominations of Brackenridge for Congress and McKibben for State Senate, plus New Hampshire gubernatorial candidate Steele.
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Pison
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Congress
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State Senate
Broken political loyalties stir 1840 campaign rumors
Letters cite shifts in party support as Whigs split over Polk and Dallas. Voters recount persuasion by Federalists, calls for prosperity and wage promises, and declarations that Whig promises deceive. Prominent figures renounce Whig ties to back Polk and Dallas.
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Ohio Patriot
We. D. Mosuan
Apgto
Wier
Dayton Empire
Gevrtenen
Revolutionary Army
Democratic Party
Renunciations of Whigery Reach South Jersey
From Camden Eagle reports notices from Amnonesson and Haddonfield in June 1844 showing local Whigs renouncing the party over Harrison Clay split. Letters from William F. Parker and James Sterling declare support for Andrew Jackson’s ally and criticize Henry Clay’s fitness and policy preferences for laborers.
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Young Hickory and True Democracy in 1840s Whig Feud
A fragment from the Marshall Expounder discusses political shifts and newspaper quarrels. John Robson of Indiana notes many renouncing the Whig cause, with Harrison backers now rallying to York and Dallas. The piece mentions New York clubs rebranding as Young Hickory Associations and critiques Dr Teesdale on Texas questions affecting federal strength.
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York
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Mississippi
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Tod and Democracy Rise in the South
The piece rails for Polk and Dallas, praising Tod as a Democracy governor candidate. It claims massive southern support, forecasts victory in White House and Congress, anticipates the spread of democracy, and notes dissident views on Clay. It cites Mexico mission secrecy and potential extra sessions as political tempers flare. Indiana Whigs reportedly swing to democracy amid mounting majorities.
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Democracy
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Great meeting in Castle Garden stirs New York Democrats
A large Castle Garden gathering drew thousands with delegates from Ward Associations. Fr Butler presided. speeches by Silas Wright and others sparked strong cheers as resolutions backed the ticket of Young Hickory and Dallas. A federal clamor over Henry Clay’s image continues amid factional press debates and a Clay letter defending his honor.
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Park
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Dallas
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Mr. B
Brinkerhoff
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Masonic St John the Baptist Anniversary Procession
The Masons of Steubenville Lodge 45 led a parade including New Lisbon St Clareville Wheeling and Wellsburg lodges. They marched to the Methodist Protestant Church where James Collier delivered an address on the aims of the order. Afterwards the procession returned to the Lodge amid hearty crowd and formalities. A Mt Vernon Democratic Association meeting followed with resolutions praising Senator Toppan.
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Steubenville
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Wellsburg
Oder
James Collier
Ieee
Tremendous Gathering of the Philadelphia Democracy
A large Philadelphia county and city meeting at Old Hay Market on Wednesday evening addressed by Col Page Judge Barton Recorder Richard Vaux and others showed strong support for Polk and Dallas. The crowd cheered for Van Buren and the democratic cause as nine cheers marked adjournment.
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Old York Road
Pennsylvanian
Col. Page
Barton
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van Buren
Polk
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Democratic rally at St Louis Exchange in New Orleans
The New Orleans Democratic meeting ratified Baltimore Convention nominations with Gen. Plauche presiding. Resolutions pledge unity and a triumphant election effort, promising to beat the Whigs. Commentary touches on O Connell and Irish oppression and hopes for emancipation.
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Plauche
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