War aims and the cost of conquest in Polk era policy
A critical review argues the war is fought for territorial gains and indemnity, not defense. It asserts California and New Mexico would be seized, the President's proclamations extend control, and the administration pursues conquest under the guise of self preservation, with religious and civil rights disturbed. The piece critiques leadership, planning, and the true objectives behind the war.
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Bir. Benton
Calhoan
Usey
San Luis Potosi
San Juan de Clloa
Mexico
Mosivo
Iberty
Santa Anna
Slidell
Bowie
House Committee of Pereyra Relations
Conmsittes
Povingy
Dlesivo
Californis
Congress
Thaowsh
Toversoll
Polk
California
Tresaca Fe
Palma
Palo Alto
Licie
Rio Bravo
Snear
United States
Pacific Ocean
Department
America
Com. Sloat
Doy
Moses
Jess
Yomie
Igge
Avewal
Aml
Calfornia
Baltimore
Fenthéy
Gen
Krangy
New Mexico
Commodore Slout
Generl
Texas
Rio Grande
del Norte
New Moxico
Mplese Wanner
Ill
New Musico
Dreemenia
Gerat
Santa Fe
Monterey
Sluat
Tse
Gen. Kearny
Navy
Proclamations and War Policy in Early California Crisis
The article analyzes government proclamations and the shift toward war with Mexico, arguing executive deception, the push for territorial conquest, and the clash between republican principles and perceived monarchical designs. It critiques the Scott proclamation and the administration's handling of diplomacy, urging adherence to constitutional methods. It emphasizes individual actors, regional stakes, and the broader Continental American interests behind the conflict.
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Monterey
Stuarta Fe
Kearny
Pell
Washington
Praiver
The
Union For Seqagstring
Mexico
Mesica
Smd
Union
Algjor Geneal Scott
Gen
Scott
Wuethe
United States
Paredes
Measieu
Ian Spanish
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Guy Ching
Mesico
Brexire
Sry
Ant
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High Continent Policy and Danish Sea Raid History
The article discusses how foreign aid was used to sustain a person's existence amid quarrels over interference and continental policy. It critiques the president's championed strategy and notes the bombardment of Copenhagen and seizure of the Danish fleet by the Danes in 1867, highlighting European reactions to Britain’s high policy.
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Coptringen
Scizure
Foreign News Highlights Riots and Famine Across Europe
The latest foreign dispatches report riots in England over high bread prices, famine looming for millions in Ireland, and ongoing turmoil in Italy, Portugal, and Greece. London discusses the ten hour bill amid parliamentary backers, while consuls gather as global figures note monarchs, coronations, and shifting constitutions.
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Ciubiia
Enauann
England
Trenann
Sone
O'Connell
Miey
Genoa
Syrais
LorreGar
France
Spain
Lisbon
Leghorn
Austins
Austrans
Tarlade
Italy
Bardiaia
Delta Rygpe
Caport
Fi Mm Bliss Tide at Elyria Falls War Talk and Accident
The Elyria Courier discusses a Lake trip for duty if weather allows, criticizes war coverage and national debt, notes a Niagara Falls incident, mentions Polk’s northward progress, and reports a boat captain controversy and a barn-raising accident injuring two men.
Whig War Critique and Corwin's Course
A partisan column defends Senator Corwin and argues Whig votes could end the war if they unite in Congress. It rails against government usurpation, urges citizens to demand freedom, and calls for accountability for those shirking political duty amid unfolding national strife.
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Congress
Springfield Republic
Corwin
Tyne
Cay
Iteelf
Jes
The
Republic
Jauney
Thomas Corwin
Cordingly
Wen
Atu
Siavarys
Resigned Santa Anna and Guerrilla Threats at Vera Cruz
An Army summary reports Santa Anna's resignation as President and Commander, hindering plans at Rio Frio. Guerrilla bands attack a 105-wagon convoy bound for Vera Cruz, destroying some cargo while sparing the treasury specie. Communication lines to General Worth falter as Cadwalader seeks routes to reinforce Vera Cruz.
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Rio Frig
Santa Anna
Ami
Gail
Congress
Pittsburgh Gazette
Vera Cruz
Atea
Dalupa
Perole
Phchin
Worth
Commanodur
Cadwalades
Vera Crag
Puebla
Tid
Boundary dispute over Ohio Virginia line and port commissions
The Pittsburgh Gazette notes progress in an dispute between I O Reilly and the original Patentees. Kennail, their agent, expects completion of the tine to St Louis before January and the line to Cleveland in less time. Governor Bebb appoints commissioners Alfred Kelley Thomas Ewing and Sohn Brough to join Virginia's three commissioners in Washington in January to settle the line jurisdiction.
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Pitusburgh Gazette
I. O'Reilly
Ohio
Virgina
Bebb
Thomas Ewing
Alfred Kelley
Sohn Brough
Virginia
Washington
Death of Doctor Chalmers News of O'Connel's death ends era
The notice reports the death of Dr Chalmers at age 67, with reflections on his life as a champion of religious liberty and Scottish Church independence. It notes his health decline, planned attendance at the Scotch General Assembly, and mournful widespread regard across Scotland and the world.
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Chalmers
O'Connel
Friends
Maile
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