Federalism versus the people in Hamiltons plan debates
Extracts from Yates reports on the constitutional convention reveal lifelong offices and executive veto powers. Critics argue the British model shows strong centralized government with checks, while debates note fears of democracy and state sovereignty. The piece cites Whig reactions and editorials from New York papers attacking Jefferson and supporting strong national authority.
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Warrenton
Alexander Hamilton
Yates
Hamilton
New York
Senate
Yate
United States
Supreme Judicial Authority of
Ibid
Bankers wealth as gold shrinks. US banks rise strong
In the Baltimore Chronicle April 13 edition the piece laments that banks prosper when specie is scarce while the country grows wealthier with less gold and silver. It cites sentiments from Jededias Jewett at a Portland Whig celebration and criticizes London Standard for urging liberal spending to influence elections, praising the Bank of the United States as a model.
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Baltimore Chronicle
United States
Portland
Jededias Jewett
London Standard
Bank of the
Standard
Jackson
Trenton
Parallel doctrines of federalists and whig leaders in early America
The text contrasts original ultra federalist aims with Whig leaders of the era, detailing strong central government plans, anti federalist opposition, and the shift to constitutional construction. It cites Hamilton, Burr intrigues, Adams era edicts, and Jefferson’s presidency highlighting party conflict and fear of tyranny.
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England
Alexander Hamilton
The People Stand For Civil Liberty Against Arch Aristocracy
The people uphold the man of their choice and civil liberty as factions opposed to Madison era policies rally against England. Hartford Convention and Monroe era foes are exposed. Jefferson and Jackson era conflicts show elites seeking power via tariff and national bank measures. Public resolve preserves the leader backed by popular will.
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Madison
Great Britain
House of Representatives
Jefferson
Jackson
Federal Party
Burr
Congress
Hamilton
East
South
Political Struggle Over Bank and Popular Will
The piece attacks federal opponents for opposing the public will and denying the people their choice. It credits Martin Van Buren with victory against a plot to overturn elections and criticizes Bank interests and editors for misrepresenting Madison and the U.S. Bank charter. It accuses rival editors of deception and seeks to defend the people's prerogative against elite manipulation.
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National Bank
Martin van Buren
New York
Boston
Congress
Washington
Burr
Jefferson
Popular
Adams
Critics decry bank editors as perjury in memory of Martie son
The writer rebukes bank editors for advising actions contrary to truth and conscience. A referenced Herald address from April 20 1815 is cited to illustrate the standards of democracy and the shifting stance toward federalism and the United States Bank. The piece argues the President’s message reveals truth against sophistry and misrepresentation.
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Martieson
Herald
United States Bank
Madison
Federal Whig Consistency Criticized Over Banking Views
Judge Tappan is condemned by the federal party for his and Mr. McNary's reply to a Steubenville township call on banking reform. The Herald notes harsh reviews and accusations of loco foco while McNary is praised as orthodox for the same doctrine, exposing supposed political inconsistency and opposition to democratic measures.
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Judge Tappan
Federal Party
Mr. McNary
Committee of Vigilance
Steubenville Township
Herald
McNary
Senate and House actions on 1837 financial bills
In the 25th Congress, Sept 18 1837 the Senate approved postponing the fourth deposites instalment to the States by 28 to 17 and sent it to the House. Bills from Finance include revoking DC banks charters that do not resume specie payments and authorizing merchandise in public stores. Treasury notes were issued, claims against deposite banks settled, and House reports a duty bond postponement bill. Adams denounced a resolution on annexing independent foreign states to the Union.
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Senate
House
Wright
Committee On Finance
District of Columbia
House of Representatives
Cambreleng
Committee of Ways and Means
Adams
U. States
Congress
Department
Our Manifold Papers and Public Notices
The column previews several periodicals including New Era and American Reporter by R A Locke author of the Great Moon Hoax and praises Lady's Book subscriptions. It notes J E M'Parland acquiring Meadville Courier, the Sun’s end in Washington, and a Nashville report on Jackson’s visit and health. It mentions plans to relocate the Chikasaw Indians to Fort Coffee and a Civil War in Portugal as of August 20.
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Strane
New Eira
lDverten
R. A. Locke
Locke
Nashville
F.x
Gen. Jackson
Washington Hall
New York
Philadelphia
Naples
WM. Dougherty & Co
Steubenville
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New York American
New York Review and Quarterly Church Journal
Thomas Jefferson
New York Commercial
Aaron Burr
Col. Burr
Col. Stone
Daniel
Buffalo
New York Commercial Advertiser
Daniel Webster
Col Burr
Ireland
van Buren Party
Mr. Burr
Republic
Messares
Pittsburgh Advocate
The
Convention
U.S. Bank
Treasury
Janes Irwin
Warren Township
Jefferson County
Joseph Smith
Joseph Hutton
Samuel Giles
James Irwin
J. P
New Era
American Courier
Union
Canadas
J. E. M’parland
Crawford Democrat
Meadville
Meadville Courier
Washington City
Globe
Louisville Journal
Pontotoc
Mississippi
Fort Coffee
Arkansas River
Memphis
Arkansas
Constitution
St. Obas
Portugal
Wheeling
House of Wait
Jown Dun
Jane Hasseton
Hoth
Maline Township
Jeffereen Co
Pitwbergh
As Klaan
Wea
W. Ausor
Mise Hannarr
Enos Woodward
Worhip
James Huston
Hhem
Alexander W. Semple
Jobe Johnston
James McDonald
Jesse G. Stove
Court of Common Pleas
John K. Sutherland
Jos
Ild Wow
Wayne Township
Neal
Bloomfield
James Lysle
Catharine
Henry Cooper
Philomeade
Hening & Beatty
A Johnson
E. Steele
Heniog & Beatty
Peter Toomy
Ang
John S$. Graham
the Perce
Ross Township
Ohio
John Merrick
James Peoples
Rio
W& Price
Hening & Beatt
Scott & Co
New Orleans
E. N Dillon
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