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Newspaper
American Union
Location
Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1843
Page
2
The narrative recalls a brutal execution witnessed by spectators under a despotism, praising the fallen as a martyr for truth and freedom and urging vigilance against republican encroachment. Years later in Carniola, a miner with a tainted past is seen, sparking thoughts on inevitable punishment for the guilty.
Official vote tallies from Jefferson County show Congress Democrats McVauslen Hanna and Lene-Hampson leading various districts with candidates Shane Shane Treas Morris Gallagher Shff Hunter and others. McCauslen's margin in Columbiana about 900 Hanna's margin in Carroll about 70 leaving ~800 district majority for Melaussen. Whig majority in Carroll for Representatives overbalances Jefferson by 41 to 1.
The abstract of totals shows Democrats elected sheriff treasurer prosecuting attorney coroner commissioner and poorhouse director in Jefferson district. They claim gains over last year with sheriff and other races producing large majorities amid Whig opposition and media attacks.
On Thursday evening in Meteret Col McCauslen Congress Ivan elect and E M Stanton addressed the gathering with humorous remarks. The record notes a more detailed account to follow next week.
The Jefferson democracy thanks Columbiana neighbors for united effort sustaining democratic principles and electing Col. McCausies to Congress. They wish the old coin carcass to be hid under a 900 majority so his principles won’t offend Columbiana’s democracy.
A dispatch discusses Whig tactics to undermine Martin Van Buren, noting their allegations of unpopularity, the 1836 framing of him as cunning and selfish, and the strong support for Van Buren within his party. It warns readers, especially youth, to distrust Whig reports as election 1844 approaches. Also reports on the French steamship line, canal horse thefts, Sunday canal travel remonstrances, the Clipper boiler disaster, Thompsonian medicine founder death, the Missouri fire, and other brief items.
Speech lauds Tod as likely Democratic candidate with Medary and Far an declining. Ohio meeting reports by Lima and Trumbull crowds. Tod and McCauslen praised. Tennessee Democrats plan state convention on the 23d as lawmakers show parties in Senate and House. Treasury notes rumored. New Orleans press notes currency hopes. Jeffersonian notes steamboat freight growth and improved business outlook in New Orleans.
A Jefferson County journal comments on election results led by Mr James Means and others who joined the Whigs to oppose the Democratic ticket. It notes Hunter's 257 majority and a Democratic gain on the legislative ticket, then lists individuals labeled straightouts, some already holding offices with Democrats or who have since shifted positions. The piece records intent to reclassify these figures among the Whigs.
The late Maryland election result favors the whigs who will hold both legislative chambers. The house stands 47 whigs to 35 democrats per recent reports. The paper delays publication to attend to the election and pledges punctual future issues.
In thirty two Georgia counties Crawford the Whig candidate for governor leads Cooper the Democratic candidate by about 3890 votes with Crawford likely to win by around 1000. The Whigs are expected to control the legislature.
Ancestral correspondence fragment hints at wartime shortages and mobilization. The barely legible text references men, prices, and a distant homeland, suggesting a wartime era letter about supply and family impact.
The report states McCauslen wins by about 800 over Hanna, with Columbiana and Belmont leaning Democratic. Harrison and Trumbull show Whig and Democratic gains, while Monore and Knox swing Democratic. Several districts elect Democrats to Congress. Whig losses in Tuscarawas and Coshocton are noted, with overall gains for the Democratic ticket and several districts securing Democratic Senators.
A Pennsylvania excerpt from a letter notes Democratic wins in Allegheny County with Wilkins for Congress near 2000 votes ahead, Treviso for Sheriff about 1000, and majorities in Washington and Fayette counties with Stewart likely defeating Cleavenger.
From the Ontario Messenger a Federalist view mocks Van Buren’s unpopularity while naming rival Democrats Benton Calhoun Johnston Buchanan Cass and Tyler. The piece argues the Democratic base and past voters may realign, foreseeing a possible victory for Henry Clay if the Republican candidate differs from the Van Buren option.
The Kentucky Yeoman criticizes harsh attacks on Van Buren and calls Democrats to prioritize party triumph in 1844. It urges restraint among rivals, pledges support for the national nominee, and warns that scorched earth tactics could empower the Whig party and harm the constitution. The piece defends Van Buren’s standing and urges unity.
A political column condemns party animosities over favored candidates and urges members to desist from divisive conduct to protect party harmony and the hoped for victory in the 1844 presidential election.
A Baltimore Whig meeting on the 22nd resolved to urge young men nationwide to hold a Whig national convention in Baltimore on May 6 1844 They reference the 1840 convention and imply action to oust Henry Clay, asserting the public knows Clay and the Whig party well enough not to be played as in 1840
Jonathan Mc Farlane married Margaret Jane Burke Thursday last in Cross Creek township by Reverend Richard Gray. The ceremony joined the couple of this region, with local attendance and the customary postnuptial notices in the community record.
Market list shows flour at $3 75 per barrel and various staples priced per unit. Beef and pork rates, corn meal and oats quoted, with potatoes lard salt honey and hay listed. Last dates indicate flour and wheat in New Orleans Cincinnati New York Cleveland and Pittsburgh markets with varied figures.
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