Rejection of the Appropriation Bill in Congress
Debates raged as the House rejected the general Appropriation Bill by 100 to 75 after long discussion. Whigs and Locofocos clashed over Savannah river and internal improvement items, while leaders defended or attacked administration-friendly sections and speculated on executive vetoes and future votes.
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Thureday
Whits
Mason and Dixon
Trislom
Vinton
Friends of the Colmistration
Porowac
Baltimore Patriot
Savannah
Stephens Yolu
Committee of Ways
Virton
Savannah River
Gentes
Mc Kay
Ohio
Mexico
McKay
Hudson
North Carolina
Wedson
Baltimore
Bagby
Tlaskson
Tyler
Col. Veary
All Besan
Evans
Maryland
Stephens Wa
Tio
Iverson
Georgig
Caich B. Smith
Ronni
Dar
Caleb B. Smith
Tes
Capt
Bragg
Buena Visti
Smith
Lecoforos
Cass
Aml
Chicago
Ife
Roa
John Roger
Cleels
Wentworth
Goudennig
Olineis
Mietle
Millard Fillmore Declines Whig Nomination Letter
The fragmentary letter from Millard Fillmore to an Aoany reader acknowledges the Whig nomination for the presidency supported by Gen. Zachary Taylor. It expresses gratitude for the presentation, pledges loyalty to the Whig cause, and asserts readiness to serve in any role the party assigns while emphasizing peace, honor, and national prosperity.
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Aoany
Philadelphia
Zachary Taylor Soas
Presici
Griely
Union
Sevanil
Taaor
Taylor
Visit of Mr Treadwell's Prant Lin House Ill in New York
The notice invites all to attend events marking a historic ten year anniversary in Cris place. In the forenoon a convant binnt of calorid Americans is planned, with a formal address by notable gentlemen in the Presbyterian Church in the afternoon.
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New York
Treadwells
Prantlin House
Iso
Tiberly
Cris
Ole Presbyterian Church
Wihaot
Rymal
Compromise Bill Sparks Senate and House Debates
The so called compromise measure to entrench slavery across territories faces heated debate in both chambers. Supporters hail it as a triumph while opponents warn it could invite universal sanctions and doom future legislation. Supporters from northern and western ranks voice confidence, while key Whig and Republican figures abstain or condemn.
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Northwich
Eele Faye
Mink Uy
Atte
Senate
Friends of Fea
Congress
Iron State
Sparker Winthrop
Olds Nominated by Democrats Amid Local Turmoil
The district faces a contested nomination as Lisson B. Olds is chosen by Democrats for the U.S. House seat amid factional resistance. Editors and local figures argue the party risks clashing with county interests and long-term prosperity as discontent over the choice grows.
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Fhena
United States
Tivo Seustny
I Lanester
Pairfield Caqunty
Olds
Fragmentary reminiscence on Cass and a Civil War era incident
In a newspaper fragment from a past era, a discussion centers on General Cass and a controversial act during a Democratic Ratification in Columbus. An eyewitness, Robert Wallace, recalls Lieutenant Diet Anderson breaking his sword when the white flag rose and weeping, with audience sentiment about credit and honor.
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Cass
Uull
Tim
Wly Ito
Colpinbus
Cassis
Gen. Trnll
Appletons
New York
Robert Wallace
Anderson
Sparvel
Letter From St. Louis on Griva Convention Nominations
The New York Evening Post prints a St. Louis letter discussing the Griva Convention nomination. It notes fear reluctance to engage, a rolling ball of momentum, and Missouri as effecting support. The writer argues Northern Missouri holds strong anti slavery sentiment and urges New England and middle states to break free from southern hawks to achieve broader Democratic success.
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New York
St. Louis
Ellen
Missouri
Case
Taylor
New England
Middle States
Liberty party and press conduct in the Argus dispute
The Lorain Argus faces criticism for misrepresentation and editorials on the Liberty party with quotations from the Courier and Sons of Freedom. Debates over editorial integrity, letters to the editor, and factions within the pro liberty movement are discussed alongside notices of Democratic conventions and Taylor’s nomination status.
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Liberty Party
Otis
Treth
Columbus
The
Courier
AML
Sons of Breeden
Sons of Freedom
J. Tituiy
P. Bliss
Townhesn
N. Crandell
Arcus
Fragmented editorial on Cass and Taylor letters and party views
A garbled editorial discusses General Cass and President Taylor era politics. It mentions the Democratic position on constitutional issues, alleged letters, and calls for legislative actions. The piece critiques party stances and questions support for certain territorial and labor policies.
Debate on General Appropriation Bill and river improvement
A debate followed the rejection of the bill by the Senate after a reconsideration vote of 108 to 71. The Savannah River improvement appropriation of 310,000 remained tied to the larger appropriation, with President Polk likely facing a difficult decision.
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Polk
Compromise Murdhige Adjournamante Frand Wert Tale
In a heated Elyria Courier letter, a Committee reports to the Oregon boundary dispute, condemning the Compromise over California and New Mexico. The author warns of slavery’s expansion, predicts a protracted fight, and vows Northern opposition to any adjournment and extended powers to territorial governments.
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The
Elyria Courier
Murdhige
Adjournamante
Oregon
Congress
California
New Mexico
Michigan
United States
Villary
Senate
Thamariyes
Zedragged Ass
Friends of Freedom
Free States
Ohio Whig Torch Thrown Against Local Secession
A fiery Ohio editorial warns that local secessionists seek power by misrepresentation to overturn the Constitution if they win a legislative majority. It condemns their leaders, questions their banking and tax stances, and urges unified opposition to preserve state governance.
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Ohio
Alu Mons
Legislature
Congress
Monterey
Columbus
Olio
Lorgin
Taylor
Cass
Wien
Southport Democratic MeetingDraws Large Crowd
In Southport Wisconsin the Democratic meeting at the home of Gov Dodges drew a large audience on the 10th. The ratification measures were adopted and a speech by the keynote speaker was delivered. A dated note on the 11th asserts there are no Cass men or townsfolk willing to oppose the stance, with remarks about southern towns and caution.
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Amenduman
Iberville
Cass
Gessingtee
Louisiania
Orleansee
Detroit Journaliars
Southport
Wisconsin
Saya
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Tate
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Buller County
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Aid County
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Free Soil
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Corwin
Father Mitchie
Onss
Gov. Dodges
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