Protective tariffs debate in St Marys Whig reform tract
The article argues against protective tariffs citing harm to farmers and workers, warnings of increased costs and reduced wages, and cites European factory success without special legislation. It contends tariffs favor manufacturers, harm consumers, and threaten economic balance, urging broader commerce and lower protection. It also attacks Whigs for broken reform pledges and hints at a national bank and debt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
House of Commons
Slume
France
Vustom House
Credit and tariff tyranny cited by Krauth and Anderson
John B. Krauth and A. W. Anderson attack the banking system and tariff as tools that enslave workers, raise costs, and concentrate wealth. They contrast European labor oppression with American wage decline, arguing tariffs drain labor while bankers profit, eroding equal rights and liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
America
Spain
Russia
John B. Krauth
A. W. Anderson
Debated debt and extravagance under the new Congress
A critical lament on national debt rising at $24 a minute over fourteen months. The speaker warns of empty treasury, Wall Street selling government bonds, and calls out Whig leadership for lavish spending, palace splendor, and harder times. Voters are charged with deception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wall Street
Congress
Rhode Island Opponents Rally Against Royal Charter Pressure
A heated editorial condemns federal press attacks on Rhode Island’s struggle against aristocratic rule. It denounces royalist rhetoric, defends local sovereignty, and warns that if outsiders intervene, Republican forces will mobilize under Rhode Island and its American Constitution.
Appeal to New York for Rhode Island Liberty Aid
A fragmented plea urges New York readers to support Rhode Island in constitutional liberty amid alleged threats from the National Government. The text pledges sympathy and aid to defend rights, mentioning common defense and shared cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Rhode Island
Governor Wilson Shannon at Democratic Meeting in Court House
The Democratic Meeting in the court house drew a large crowd despite heat. Governor Shannon spoke calmly and persuasively, praising the Democratic legislature, endorsing a well regulated banking system, and urging reforms including individual liability.
Meeting of the disaffected Democrats at Dillon Hotel
A small faction of disaffected Democrats met at James Dillon's Hotel, led by Esq. Porter of Wayne township, with forty to fifty attendees. The group, including a few Whigs, appears to be dwindling in Jefferson County as Hamer's move wanes and leaders shift between parties. the meeting's details remain unpublished.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Dillon
Esq. Porter
Wayne Township
Jefferson County
rLeven
Hamer
Baldwin
Rhode Island Crisis Splits State Government Support
The piece argues Rhode Island faces two governments under a Charles II charter and a People’s Constitution led by Dorr. It notes treason charges against Willard Arnold and a sheriff, mentions prison and bail, and urges recognizing the majority-established government while criticizing Whig support for the minority charter and the President sending troops to back the minority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Charles the
Tyler
Hezekiah Willard
Benjamin Arnold
Rhode Island
Charles
Dorr
Universal
England
Congress
Alien
Senate
U. S
Bank charters debated by state legislature and kingly charter
The state legislature weighs chartering banks under a royal charter while contrasting with old federal doctrine that government favors the rich and the poor must submit. The speaker notes little change in how federal or Whig views diverge from the old pattern.
The Whig Meeting in Gallipolis Bank Debate
A Wednesday meeting at the court house drew Whigs and Democrats to discuss banking reform. Col Collier faced questions on the Farmers and Mechanics Bank of Steubenville while Dr Andrews rebutted Gov Shannon on bank reform. Reports mention Penitentiary confinement of Boo Parrington and a murder case tied to Joan Carr. Dubious dueling rumors involving Henry Wise were noted, with critique of Whig positions on liability and tariffs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Shannon
Ohio
Tie
England
Ireland
Scotland
Massachusetts
Democratic Party
Court House
Myers
Col. Collier
Farmers’ and Mechanics’ Bank of
Stephenville
Dr. Andrews
Farmers’ and Mechanics’ Bark of
Union Extra subscription notice for 1842 election
The American Union announces an extra issue beginning July 1 and ending with the October Election. Morris and Frazer urge support for Democratic principles over a few, and expose Whig failures. Banking reform, true reform, and national issues are debated while promising family content and latest news. Subscription terms laid out with prices and incentives for Democrats to gather subscribers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Morris & Frazer
Democratic meeting notes from Steubenville May 1842
A large Democratic gathering at the Steubenville Courthouse was led by Hon. John S Cock with Wm. Hamilton as chairman. A three member committee was chosen to report officers, and delegates from townships were named to draft preamble and resolutions reflecting the meeting’s views.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
Steubenville
John S Cock
Wm. Hamilon
Copp. Wm. Cable
Andrew Carter
Chor
David England
Croas Creek
John McClerland
Koos
Benjamin Leaderberry
Saline
Deeter Copp
Salem
Andrew Reed
Wayne
A. W. Wo Qemenaa
Tiewege Wea
James Clement
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St. Mary's Sentinel
Whig Reform
Great Britain
Hall of Representatives
Leogiel
Paris
Bannera
the American Union
Steubenvilly, Ohio
Wilson Shannon
Democratic Meeting
Democratic Central Committee
Campte
Island Creek Township
Khannie
Boo Parrington
Gallipolis Bank
Ohio Penitentiary
Joan C. Carr
Adams
New York City
Supreme Court
Henry A. Wise
Mr. Stanley
N.C
Wise
District of Columbia
Stanley
Santa
Mexico
Cincinnati
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