Van Buren Emerges as Front Runner for 1844 Democrats
The Indiana Democratic convention signals Martin Van Buren as the preferred presidential candidate for 1844, with broad approval for his masterly letter in this paper. While Cass Johnson and Buchanan gain praise, Calhoun’s stance on honoring the national convention weakens his support, narrowing the field to Van Buren as the most viable nominee.
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van Buren
Indiana
Martin van Buren
Cass
Johnson
Buchanan
Calhoun
Brougham Uses Maps to Defend Northeast Boundary Claim
Lord Brougham presented two maps in parliament to defend the northeast boundary claim. One map, published by King’s geographer Laden in 1783, matches the treaty line and what Webster and Tyler surrendered. The other, from George III’s era, adds Oswald’s 1785 line, proving Britain’s claim exceeded the treaty line and branding British conduct as dishonest land piracy.
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Lord Ashburton
Lord Brougham
Daniel [Webster
Tyler
Laden
Highlands
Daniel Webster
George III
Oswald
Lord Btoougham
North East
British Parliament Criticizes Cass and Webster
In Parliament Lord Brougham thanks Ashburton for deceiving Americans through Tyler and Daniel Webster, then denounces Gen. Cass as a French rights advocate. He praises Webster as “his excellent friend” while labeling Webster a federalist, highlighting tension between British and American figures.
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Lord Brougham
Lord Ashburton
Iyler
Mas
Daniel Webster
Gen
Cass
Webster
Lord B
Gen. C
Mr. Webster
Pittsburgh Prosperity Boosts City Hotels This Spring
The Pittsburgh Manufacturer notes a spring influx of strangers and crowded hotels, signaling a revival of business activity. It claims men in every department have plenty to do and suggests a durable upturn despite political lags from Pennsylvania's previous winter legislature.
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Pittsburgh
Pennsylvania
Bank Note Destruction Debate in Pittsburgh Cave
The passage argues that destroying scrip notes and reducing bank paper currency would not hinder national prosperity. It contends that the belief in need of abundant bank notes is groundless, citing the Pittsburgh cave as proof against the whig position.
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Pittsburgh
No Skewed Members in Democratic Fold Says Harrisburgh Gazette
The Harrisburgh Gazette denounces Democrats who favor dissen sions and Whig measures. It urges purging dissenters, declaring any who resist party usages must join the enemy, regardless of status or wealth, to preserve party unity.
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Harrisburgh
Capitol Gazelle
Letter from Van Buren Praised for Clarity and Democratic Principles
A perusal of Van Buren's letter published today shows elegant style frankness and clear opinions. The paper urges opponents to read carefully without prejudice and believes it will temper their views and elevate the man.
Democratic county meet resolves for national convention in November
Resolutions in a county meeting urge holding the Democratic National Convention in November and appointing delegates by a State convention at Columbus on July 4. The article defends early action, stresses unity over personalities, and notes a large turnout to support factory girls and labor rights amid wage disputes.
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John R. Morrison
Isid Morrison
Laborers Need Fair Pay Warns Against Oppression
The article urges community intervention to curb employer excesses in wages. It commends moderation but insists on decisive action, reminding that laborers deserve fair pay and that workers are “worthy of his hire.” It condemns exploiting an unfortunate’s need and pleads with manufacturers to accept the girls’ fair proposition.
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Court House
Aroud
England
Democratic meeting backs Van Buren and King for 1844
The meeting at the court house Wednesday evening endorsed Mr. Van Buren for President and Col. King for Vice President, reflecting the county’s preference. With these men as nominees and a united party, the 1844 outcome would be favorable, avoiding a split among leading aspirants.
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van Buren
Col. King
Court House
Caledonia Arrives with $959,561 in Specie at Boston
The steamship Caledonia recently reached Boston from England bearing $959,561 in specie. The note adds critique of whig politics and rag money predictions, reflecting contemporary economic debate.
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Boston
England
Steubenville Meeting Demands Cash Wages for Factory Girls
A large Steubenville town meeting at the courthouse denounced wage cuts by factory owners, urging cash pay and protesting a system of store orders. A committee drafted resolutions praising the girls for striking, calling for fair pay, and urging manufacturers to restore cash wages while preserving free institutions. The gathering pledged to identify nonpaying bosses and raise funds to support workers until operations resume.
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Steubenville
Court House
Wm. L. Wilson
J. G. Morris
Samuel Brown
John Cox
John Downs
John McAully
Robert Brooker
E. M. Stanton
M. Rose
Greece
William M’donald
James Fulton
David Cable
William Armstrong
David McGowan
James Smith
James Turnbull
Tories
Parbee
Steubenville Democratic meeting calls for State Convention
A public notice reports a Steubenville Jefferson county gathering chaired by Samuel Mnary with five member committee to draft resolutions. The group urged Ohio Democrats to back a State Convention in Columbus to set the time for a national convention and to appoint delegates, endorsing Van Buren for President and King for Vice President in 1844.
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Court House
Steubenville
Jefferson County
Samuel Mnary
Smithfield Township
J. C. McCleary
Warren Township
Col
Wm C. McCauslen
Island Creek
J.8. Cook
Ross
Wm. Chambers
M'Nary
McCleary
J. S. Graham
Knox Township
Democratic Party
South Carolina
Louisiana
Tennessee
Missouri
Indiana
Virginia
New York
Ohio
State Central Committee
Columbus
Steubenville Township
E. M. Stanton
B. Tappan
A. I. Frazer
J. K. Sutherland
Cross Creek
John England
Wm. Copp
Wayne
Wm. M. Blackburn
Francis Bell
Smithfield
John Irvine
Joseph B. McGrew
Wells
Thomas Oobert
Archibald Armstrong
Warren
David Humphrey
Jos. McCleary
Mr. Pleasant
W. Hamilton
Joseph Kitheart
Salem
John Moore
Wm. Vantz
Springfield
Stewart McClare
John Calhoun
Joss
Thomas Smith
James Mitchell
Saline
Johnson Mooney
John Shane
Brush Creek
Abean Crakien
Denniss Phamasan
Knox
George Uvip Eesqr
Joseph L. Ball
James Shane
Wm. Sample
Martin van Buren
United States
Wm. R. King
Alabama
Ohio loan good news to contractors
The New York Express reports the Ohio seven percent loan is taken with $600000 subscribed at par by several firms and individuals. They may subscribe to $900000 more by September 15. If not, debt is paid in state domestic bonds. State officers will distribute the $600000 to contractors within ten to twenty days after the Commissioner returns.
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New York Express
Ohio
Jacob Linke & Co
J. N. Perkins
Ohio Life Insurance and Trust Company
Rufus L. Lord
R. H. Winslow
Ketchum
Rogers & Bement
John Rankin
Drew, Robinson & Co
Joseph 8S
Lake & Co
New York
Satesman
William White
Cross Creek Township
Jefferson Co
Smithfield
Barnes
John Irvine
Wm. White
Dee
Flow of Specie From Abroad to New York in 1849
The Great Western and other ships brought large sums of specie to New York from January to May, totaling about 10.9 million across several consignments from Liverpool Vera Cruz London St Thomas and Havre. New Orleans received 7 million, other ports about 5 million, with a projected 5 million more expected, potentially ending imports for the year.
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Great Western
New York City
Liverpool
Vera Cruz
Western
St. Thomas
London
Havre
New Orleans
Cabul
Frazer & Bell
Whig Anxiety and Bank Debate Echoed in 1844 Turmoil
The passage mocks Whig divisions over a U S Bank, currency reform, and political leadership. It scorns Daniel Webster Henry Wise and other Whig luminaries, questions where they stand, and notes echoes of party strife in 1844 Democratic Free Press.
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John Tyler
Daniel Webster
John C. Spencer
New York
Caleb Cushing
New England
Henry A. Wise
General Murphy
Patrick Henry
West
H.S. Legare
Democratic Free Press
SICK HEADACHE A COMMON AFFECTION DESCRIBED
A historical discussion outlines sick headaches with severe attacks and shifting pain across the head often starting in the morning. Symptoms include stomach sickness, vomiting, faintness, and confusion, likely linked to digestive disorders and varied causes.
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