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Newspaper

American Union

Location

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

May 15, 1841

Page

3

Dissolution of the Union Newspaper Partnership

Notice from McCauslen Morris and Frazer announcing sale of the Union to Abel Frazer and Justin Morris. They urge patrons to support the new management, critique the Democrats, and pledge to restore government under Jefferson and Jackson principles. A settlement of arrears is requested as a new partnership takes over the American Union.

American Union Abner L. Frazer Messrs Justin G. Morris Friends of Free Principles Federal Party White House Bankes Republican Party Jefferson Jackson

Democratic principles guide a newspaper’s political stance

The writer explains democracy as the guiding principle, contrasts two major parties, criticizes privilege and unequal power, and argues for open discussion and fair laws. He asserts the paper will reflect these ideas, inviting readers to contribute and debate policy and principle.

Abner L Frazer urges support of Clay plan in Ohio speech

The article highlights Mr Allen’s eloquent speech on the national land sale fund plan favored by Mr Clay, aimed at distributing proceeds to states by representation. It notes Ohio would gain under the proposal, contrasting Whig positions and urging backing despite opposition.

Allen Ohio Clay National Treasury Congress Ohi

Fifth volume of the American Union with new owners

The fifth volume of the American Union begins Saturday the 15th under new owners A L Frazer and J G Morris, replacing Col Mc Causlen. The paper remains a Democratic party organ, pledging truth and full coverage of state and national proceedings.

The American Union Col. McCauslen A. L. Frazer J. G. Morris Democratic Party Franklin Jefferson

Conversation to Explain Political Truth to Whig Neighbors

A call to Democratic readers and their brethren to discuss and explain the subject to Whig neighbors. The writer urges cross‑party conversation as the path to learning and truth, inviting Democratic members of Congress to engage beyond speeches and papers.

Imitation Tea Trial Warns Steubenville Merchants

An English paper reports a case where 2000 lbs of fabricated tea were found in a man’s possession. Officers seized eight sacks of fine imitation tea, prompting government follow up. The piece condemns the spread of subpar China tea imitations and urges local merchants in Steubenville to avoid such trash.

Great Britain Steubenville

Public notice about publication terms and trustworthiness

The notice denounces dishonesty and public distrust, calling out corrupt officials and praising a trusted public servant. It announces The American Union newspaper, weekly publication at two dollars in advance, two forty after six months, and three dollars if paid at year end, with Morris and Frazer in Steubenville O on May 14 Bai.

American Union Morris & F Frazer Steubenville O Bai James Savage Nustice of the Peace Scrivener Third Street West Side Steubenville Ohio Tappee and Stanton Justice of the Peace

Arnold H. Dorman Weds Exira M. Conurer

On Thursday evening last the Rev H. G. Domingo officiated as Arnold H. Dorman married Exira peta M. Conurer, both residents of this place.

H. G. Domingo Arnold H. Dorman Exirapeta M. Conurer

Obituary notices for WIT.LAM MORRIS and others in Uniontown Genius

Died at his residence near Monroe on Friday evening the 7th inst Mr WITLAm MORRIS aged 62 born Chester county grew up in the state and lived over forty years in Fayette county He was a good neighbor and loved citizen with Christian fortitude his remains lie in Uniontown Baptist ground Also noted are deaths of Mr Thomas McConnett from apoplexy and Dr James S Larmore age 27 from consumption with brief local notices.

Uniontown Monroe Wit.lam Morris Morris Chester Co Montgomery and Bucks Fayette County Baptist Thomas McConnett

Arrival of PHF Britannia and China dispute settlement

From the New York Herald Extra: news of the PHF Britannia arrival and the China difficulties settlement. The President had not arrived, causing anxiety in Liverpool and London. Details from Canton show British forces stormed Bogue forts, Canton governor sought a ceasefire, and negotiations led to settlement terms.

N. Y. Herald China Liverpool London Cyna Overland Mail Marcesiles Canton Leet

Opening of Canton trade and imperial negotiations update

Notices and dispatches describe terms for a lump sum payment, equal annual instalments to 1846, and direct official intercourse between counties. Canton port commerce to open within ten days after Chinese new year, with operations at Whampoa, amid partial dissatisfaction among English merchants. Reports from Bombay note debate and Tory press reactions. Market prices for wheat, flour, corn, oats, butter, and lard appear alongside a Steubenville road stockholder appeal for board transparency.

Canton Whampoa China Morning Chronicle Bombay Elliot Trebisonde Constantinople Great Britain Persia Admiral Stopford Greenwhich Hospital United States Bank London England McLeod

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