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Newspaper

American Union

Location

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1841

Page

3

Bank veto and party fault lines reshaped by Tyler

Fragmented discussion traces a heated reaction to President Tyler’s stance on the National Bank bill. Editors and papers from the Whig spectrum decry the veto as tyrannical while urging a sound currency policy and pledged lawmakers in the legislature. The piece mocks Federalists and laments political maneuvering over constitutional authority and currency control.

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Federalists Clash Over Bank In Extra Session

In the ongoing extra session of Congress the Federalists have pressed a national Bank proposal, but their effort has been defeated by a man chosen by themselves, signaling a setback for their favored plan.

The Corwin Bank Commissioners and Ohio Currency Debate

A critique of Governor Corwin and the Bank Commissioners of Ohio notes delays in appointing a new board, calling for enforcement of bank laws to ensure a sound currency. It argues Whig inaction, questions private charters, and traces a tax bill battle over tea, coffee, sugar, and salt with procedural disputes in Congress.

Corwin Ohio Messrs William S. Hatch E. W. Hubbard Board of Bank Commissioners of Thomas Corwin Ohid Board of Bank Commissioners Gov. Corwin General Assembly Legislatire

Government action questioned before election

The passage discusses seeking information from Governor Corwin on whether he will enforce the laws. It urges Medary to report from the seat of Government if the governor is determined not to execute the laws, so the people may decide how to act before the election.

Gov. Corwin Medary

Sugar Tax Debate Reflects Whig Policy and Salt Stand

The piece accuses Whigs of opposing Tea and Coffee taxes while taxing Sugar Molasses and Salt at twenty percent to fund government. It claims Clifford maneuvered to exempt those items and warns farmers and mechanics about the tax policy before the October election. It also notes youths robbing market melons en route to market, calling for arrest if the theft continues.

Senate House Washington City Samuel Stokely Washington Globe Secretary of the Treasury Congress Committee of Ways and Means Pillmore Lawrence Pennsylvania House of Representatives Clifford Mr. Lawrence Tellers Yeas Maine United States Madisonian and Herald Ewing Filmore

Congressional Diary notes on debt and land fund in Senate

In the Senate on August 24 the bill to distribute public land revenues was debated as amendments proposed by Woonsbury sought to halt the plan if new debt beyond twelve million was required. Cray challenged the idea, Tapean urged delaying final action until December when a new loan might be needed, and voting then reflected caution about expanding sovereign liabilities. Cray warned a December loan could arise, while supporters argued restraint and selling public lands could raise funds, with additional Virginia memorials and departmental appropriations referenced.

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Postmaster General removal urged before remedy possible

The period details Senate criticism of the Select Committee on a Fiscal Corporation and notes the House debates on an appropriation bill for the Post Office Department. It records Aug 25 to Aug 30 happenings including passage of postal appropriations, a funeral expense bill for Gen Harrison, and debate over adjournment and tariff measures.

King Senate Friends Post Office Department House Yeas Neys Gen. Harrison Tappan Clay Calhoun Buchanan Cave Johnson Tenn Congress Fillmore New York

Tax Payers Look at This on Whig Promises and Wheat

Fragment from Log Cabin Farmer dated July 16 1840 questions if the Federal Economical Administration is abolished and cites Mr Goggin from Virginia alleging a son of the President is paid 1500 dollars yearly for signing his father's name. It rails at Whig promises vs actions and notes rising wheat prices. It discusses tariffs, wool costs, butter and general farmer burdens with strong anti Tariff sentiment.

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Keep the Ball Rolling headline notes Hutton allegiance

The Herald reports Mr James M Hutton of Smithfield Township who voted loco foco is aligning with the Federal Fiscality Party this fall and promises his card next week. The piece questions Hutton and notes tavern duties in John T Leslie’s house as Federal candidate, predicting further shifts in allegiance with Wilson’s expected plan.

Jemmy James M. Hutton Smithfield ‘Township Loco Foco Feder James M. Hatton James. Hutton John T. Leslie Senate Hutton Wilson

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