Means Failed to Dismantle Lee’s Political Character
Oliver C Gray disavows ties to Mr Means and denies attending or authoring statements about a Springfield caucus. The letter counters Means claims of a private meeting with Mc Donalds and hard money policy discussions, stating no political conversations or knowledge of such a gathering.
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Mr. Means
Mr. Lee
Messrs
Springfield
Means
McDonald’s
Oliver C. Gray
Steubenville Subject to Democratic National Convention Decision
A brief notice from Steubenville marked by the line subject to the decision of the Democratic National Convention. The fragment suggests pending actions or alignment with party decisions, but no specific names, dates, or outcomes are provided in the readable text.
Vote for George Y. Hampson to represent Jefferson and Carroll
Bearin Mind that the man elected to the State Senate this fall will vote for a United States Senator in the next session. Democrats of Ohio, elect democratic State Senators this fall to support a sterling Democrat like Benjamin Tappan or any other good Democrat. George Y. Hampson is a Democrat who will faithfully represent the people of Jefferson and Carroll counties. Give him your votes.
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Senate
United States
Democrats
Ohio
Benjamin Tappan
George Y. Hampson
Jefferson
Carroll Counties
Question on capitalists and bank liabilities in Ohio
The inquiry asks why investors would not value an individual liability bank while idle stock in ten irresponsible Ohio banks remains unconsidered. It probes perceived inconsistency in risk assessment and capital allocation among financiers and creditors, seeking explanation of market behavior and standards for assessing bank solvency.
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Ohio
Surplus Funds Question Why $640 Locked in Bank
Citizens question why 42 000 surplus funds invested in F and M Bank remain inaccessible and only 640 is available. They urge paying over the sum to the county to reduce taxes and benefit the people. They express concern over losing the remaining fifteen thousand.
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F. & M. Bank
Two Dollars a Day and Roast Beef in 1843 Debate
A political skirmish cites 1840 Whig promises versus Democrats. It recalls Oct 5 1843 rhetoric from Herod alleging two dollars a day and roast beef, versus eleven pence and no meat. The text argues banking reforms under Democrats increased specie and wages, urging voters to choose between the contrasting mottos.
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Herod
Bank Stock for Sale in Ohio Banks of 1856 Era
Ten Ohio banks with stock for sale, the same institutions that thrived during the 1856 to 1857 bank paper era. They carry few restrictions, with no liability or penitentiary constraints harming their charters. Yet they remain as unregulated and prone to swindling as ever, prompting questions why capitalists do not buy into these banks.
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Ohio
Where is the Money in Jefferson County Bank Recharter Debate
The bank’s official organ claims only 640 dollars remain for Jefferson County investors who put in over 42 000 dollars and withdrew about 6 000 dollars while the bank gained 40 percent. This sparks a call to reclaim nearly 14 000 dollars and avoid taxes and interest on that sum amid a push to re charter the bank.
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Jefferson County
Jefferson
The Whigs And Aristocracy In Our Government
A political call urging voters to oppose chartered banks and a whig bias toward aristocracy. It argues the few profit from money, taxes, and high tariffs, warning that elections decide whether the government remains for all or becomes rule by a privileged few. It stresses citizen responsibility in Tuesday's vote.
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Toredey
Whig Party
Britain
England
Sacred constitution or chartered banks Whig vs Democrat call
A civic appeal urges voters to defend the country and its free government. Citizens are urged to scrutinize Whig and Democratic positions, oppose aristocratic charters, and support the Democratic ticket to uphold national rights and democratic governance.
Critics Defend Bank Conduct Amid City Press Critique
The Jr. Editor thanks the Herald for praise of his writing while claiming only the compositor read a piece about the F. and M. Bank before printing. The text accuses the banking system of widespread corruption, noting public distrust and the bank’s handling of taxpayers money. The People demand their money and oppose double taxation.
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Herald
Morris
F. & M. Bank
M. Bank of Steubenville
F. and M. Bank
LAWYERS vs LABORERS clash over legislation curse
A public essay condemns overlegislation and Whig principles. It argues bankers tariffs internal improvements and other laws burden the state, urging voters to reject Whig policies and support a Democratic slate at the polls. It cites taxes, debt, and endless sessions as costs of governing by statutes.
Selecting workmen over lawyers for state legislature
A regional political note argues that lawyers push excessive laws and urges voters to back a laborer dominated Democratic ticket. It contrasts the Whig slate led by Doctor Hanna and Esqr Eckly with the Democrats’ crafts and laborers, urging Jefferson county to reject Whig aims and support working men.
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Hanna
State Senate
Esqr
Eckly
Carrollton
Jefferson County
Editor of the Ohio Statesman Faces Libel Suit
The Ohio Statesman editor, a steadfast Democrat, is sued by aggressive Whigs who aim to silence Democratic presses. They cannot present fair arguments against democracy and threaten the editor to intimidate him, though breaking down Col. Medary’s cause is deemed impossible.
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Ohio Statesman
Pipe laying influence concerns elections in town
A notice warns that strangers are allegedly boarding in town for free to vote in the election. It urges Democrats to be vigilant, while Whigs are said to understand the tactic.
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Gratis
Swapping Votes Alleged in Union Campaign
The Herald accuses Democrats of vote swapping while noting a Whig candidate’s father-in-law offers to swap his vote with as many Democrats as possible to aid his son-in-law. The author urges Democrats to watch him for potential vote trading.
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the Herald
Democratic Ticket Promises Faithful Representation
The piece praises Col William C McCauslen as the Democratic candidate for Congress and George Y Hamp son as the State Senate candidate. McCauslen is lauded for lifelong neighborhood ties and a record in the state legislature, while Hampson is described as an industrious Carrollton carpenter and longtime county sheriff.
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William C. McCauslen
Congress
Col. McCauslen
George Y. Hampson
Carrollton
Carroll County
Farmers and Mechanics Back Democratic Ticket for Local Office
The piece touts Jefferson and Carrollton candidates as competent farmers and mechanics for Congress and Senate. It argues Democrats will resist banks and support mass interests, praising Justin Mozarts, Robert Orr, Rosert Brooker, Johnston Mooney, William Cassin, William Roberts, and Samuel D. Hunter as worthy local officers aligned with the party. It urges voting next Tuesday.
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Jefferson
Carrollton
Congress
Senate
Columbiana
Carroll and
Farmers Mechanics
Whig
Samvnel D. Hunter
Mr. Hunter
Justin G. Mozarts
Robert Orr
Rosert Brooker
Johnston Mooney
William Cassin
William Roberts
Last paper before election boosts Democratic unity
The editorial declares the Democrats nationwide optimism about victory. It accuses Whigs of backing a state bank and claims Democrats favor sound banking or none, rallying voters with a warning that banking history remains understood and Whigs cannot restore prior banking abuses.
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Democratic Party
Assembly
Thorougly
Cost of banking interest in early US economy era
A historical table from the United States Treasury reports shows the number of banking institutions from 1836 to 1840, with totals for loans and circulation, highlighting 6 percent interest paid to banks amounting to about 145,000,000 plus in five years. The piece condemns bank paper and urges gold and silver use, linking to Wright & Brothers cloths and a 1844 sale notice.
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United States
United States ‘Treasury
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