Debates on Banking Reform and State Revenue
A lengthy letter discusses Ohio banking policy, tracing tax and revenue effects over thirteen years. It argues capital in banks yields less state revenue than investments elsewhere, notes six percent bank interest shifts value from producers, and warns of bank suspensions, frauds, and note depreciation. It calls for clear, uniform banking reform with safeguards and accountability.
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Ohio
Secretary of the Treasury
United States
Congress
United Bank
Daggett
Poe
Wooster Bank
Atlantic
Democratic Party
Democratic
Apportionment Bill for Hamilton Clermont Brown Warren and More
The document outlines a 1840s apportionment plan assigning two senators and four representatives to Hamilton County with staggered elections, plus one senator for Clermont and Brown to be elected in 1845 and 1847. It details representation for Montgomery, Warren, Montgomer y, Butler, and Preble with specific election years and seat allocations.
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Hamilton
Clermont
Brown
Montgomery
Warren
Mont
Lorie Lowe
Gleee
Dart
Pheity
Viemi
Dark
Bheiby
Mercer, Allen, Vanwert
Putnam
Pealding
William Aged Lenry
Pears
Mercer, Allen and Vanwert
Putnam Paulding
Williams and Henry
Lucas, Wood, Hancock
Ottawa
Sandusky
Seneca and
Crawford
Delaware
Marion
Hardin
Logan
Champaign
Union
Clark
Madison
Franklin
Madison and
Green, Fayette and
Clinton
Green
Fayette and
Highland, Adams
Pike
Highland
Adams and
Scioto
Lawrence
Jackson
Gallia
Jackson and
Ross and Hocking
Pickaway
Fairfield
Athens
Meigs
Perry, Morgan
Washington
Morgan
Monroe
Belmont
Guernsey
Coshocton
Jefferson and
Harrison
Tuscarawas and
Carroll
Muskingum
Licking
Knox
Holmes
Columbiana
Stark
County of
Wayne
Richland
Huron
Erie
Lorain
Medina
Cuyahoga
Geauga
Summit
Portage
Trumbull
Lake and
Ashtabula
Fragmented Ohio legislative district timetable across many counties
Long OCR list details election timing and seats for numerous Ohio counties from 1844 to 1847. It specifies senators and representatives by county groupings, with years for elections and additional seats in several counties, outlining a broad state legislative assignment plan.
Spirit of Victory Awakens Connecticut Democracy
From the New Haven Register a noble spirit arouses Connecticut democracy at this election. Democrats feel a determined sense of right, resisting Federalist appeals to distract from freeman duties. The piece denounces mass convention tactics and calls the issue the root of government, asking if victory will come through corruption or self-government.
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Connecticut
Gibraltar
Plepers
Mainntain
Henry
L Eader
Brief fragment on a Country Whig communication
A fragmentary notice notes that a communication from A Country Whig is under consideration. The readable text provides limited context, mentioning price per annum and the subject of discussion without further details.
Spring Election and Democratic Meeting Proceedings
A column reports a Democratic meeting held to nominate candidates for Borough offices in the upcoming Spring election. It urges Democrats to support the ticket and notes a township meeting for nominating township officials. Also mentions federal papers opposing the Apportionment Bill and predicts Democrats may win both legislature houses. A New Jersey bill to punish seduction and other crimes has passed.
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New Jersey
Great Meeting So Demo Crats In Council
Philadelphia Democratic meeting on the 12th endorsed Martin Van Buren for President and Richard M. Johnson for Vice President. Resolutions urged Baltimore convention delegates to follow party wishes, praised Van Buren, and praised Andrew Jackson. Also critiqued Whig Council actions and noted Jackson birthday anniversary meeting with McCook’s Jackson life address.
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Philadeptia Democratic
Geo. M. Dallas
Col. Page
Ben. H. Brewster
W. D. Kelly
Martin van Buren
Baltimore
Richard M. Johnson
Philadelphia
Andrew Jackson
New Orleans
Stephen Girard
Pennsylvania
The Last Kick of an Expiring Fact
A letter-poem exchange criticizes a local editorial for opposing papers hostile to monopoly. The writer defends democratic presses, warns Democrats against silencing rivals, and defends American manufacturers against British-aligned publications. A WEAVER.
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Mr. Wilson
England
Calhoun accepts Secretary of State and bank bill votes
Correspondence from Wasametox dated March 16 reports the acceptance of the Secretary of State post by Mr. Calhoun and Mason’s Senate confirmation for Secretary of the Navy. It notes the House postponed bank bills to December by party vote, and mocks federal papers over Louisiana and New Orleans events while recounting Circleville’s local politics and a Henry Clay Friday quip about tripe.
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Wasametox
Calhoun
J. Y. Mason
Senate
Messrs
Barnett
Barrere
Chambers
Crouse
Denny
Eckley
Fuller
Gabriel
Jackson
Kelley
Perkins
Undegraff
van Vorhes
Connecticut Democrats Rally Ahead of April Contest
A Connecticut political commentary notes a rising Democratic Party mood ahead of the April contest. It recalls 1940 when Republicans carried the state by 5,300 for Harrison, but Democrats have grown stronger yearly and are expected to rally behind the party nominee after the National Convention. The piece argues no Democrat should despond, predicting victory once the nominee is chosen.
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Wyat
Horace Greely
New York Tribune
Connecticut
Mey J
Democratic Party
Federal Party
Harrison
Nomination of Democratic Candidates in Steubenville
Democratic electors met in the Young Men's Democratic Association room to nominate Borough officers. J Leeton presided. candidates named with no opposition included Sterven W Hitt for Town Recorder Moses Dillon for Town Treasurer John K Sururn for Councilman Yd Ware JoAn Annans Sr for 3d Ward and JoAn Oxr merchant for 4th Ward. Ballot elected Town Marshal David B Burcuax and Councilman 1st Ward Samuel Pace amid pluralities. A notice to meet again for Township officers was ordered in the American Union.
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Steubenville
Young Men's Democratic Association
J. Leeton, Esq
M. QO. Junkin
S. W. M’dowell
Sterven W. Hitt
Town
Moses Dillon
Joun K. Sururncan
Yd Ware
Joan Annans, Sr
Joan Oxr
Beno
David B. Burcuaxp
Samoues Pace
American Union
Democrats sweeping towns across New England states
In Massachusetts town elections Democrats secure large gains while Vermont shows Democratic revival with wins in major offices in Burlington except clerk. The Baltimore Patriot notes no recent bulletins from New Orleans with no prairie on fire.
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Massachusetts
Vermont
Burlington
Clerk
Baltimore Patriot
New Orleans
Democratic Association adopts popular vote debate action
On Saturday March 9 1844 the Democratic Association met with John Leetch presiding Oliver C Gray elected secretary pro tem. Debate focused on the Popular Vote System with amendments proposed by D Cable and R Orr. The original resolution was carried after discussion and a committee was formed to raise funds for room rent. Adjourned to the Friday following with plans to publish proceedings in the American Union.
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Democratic Association
John Leetch
Oliver C. Gray
Joseph Means
G. W. McCook
D. Cable
McDonald
Jefferson County
R. Orr
Messrs
W. L. Wilson
W. McDonald
Thos. Means
C. Gray
Jos. Means
L. A. Walker
Appleyard
Mr. Walker
American Union
Joan Leetch
Presett
C, Gay
Public notice on debt collection laws and compliance
Historical notice states that Powell’s horse and public interest are discussed regarding early costs and statutory debt collection rules. The public is respectfully invited to observe and participate in forthcoming proceedings or clarifications.
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Io Powell
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