Whigs of Lorain Rally to Support Whig Ticket
Whigs of Lorain urge every citizen to vote, praising their candidates as capable and trusted. They warn of a strong, unprincipled foe and call for full turnout to secure victory, appealing to past supporters to mobilize neighbors and ensure a united election effort.
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Lorain
Wen
Lorain County
Alama
Ohio State Journal
Gingla
Stylesman
Dianer
Scott &Halcom
Will the Honest Voters Support Yentzes and Malrines Again
A partisan appeal questions voters about restoring the Yentzes and Malrines to state power after years of debt. It recalls an eight million plus deficit and alleges lavish spending for party friends. It urges taxpayers to study the Legislative committee report on rascality and decide on fiscally honest government.
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Legislatie
Notes from the Editor in 1851 Travelogue on New York Route
The writer observes heavy travel on major routes during New Year season. Farmers and mechanics dominate the crowds, with varied travelers including laborers, migrants, and philanthropists. He describes the Albany to New York rail and canal corridor, scenes along the Mohawk, vistas, and towns like Utica and Albany, highlighting the Falls, scenery, and economic links between East and West. He notes the Isaac Newton steamboat, discusses New York City impressions, and mentions Alpheus Scott appointed agent for Washington National Monument subscriptions in Lorain and Medina counties.
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Transifre
Ilo
Indies
Battwlo
New York
Albany
Fluirton River
Lithe
Utiva
Mohiwk
Great Central Improvements
Great Western Empire
Buffalo
Issac Newton
Hudson
New York City
Format
William the Conqueror
Broadway N. Wt
Broadway
Alpheus Scott
Lorain
Darly Land
Medina
Political Flames and Slavery Debates Stir Local Press
The Argus piece critiques H K Smith and Daniel return to Slavery, accuses Locofocos of corruption, and laments party shifts on anti slavery and temperance. It mentions Supreme Court nominees, Townshend bribe rumors, and calls for unity against pro slavery forces in the county amid election talk.
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Vilinous
Wade Winself
Polk
Texas
Cass
Cuba
Tfaron County
Supreme
Cleo
Supreme Bench
Okavions
Bing
Townshend
Judge Wood
Local anti slavery pamphlet exposes locofoco racism and writs
A reprinted Indiana political tract denounces the Locofocos and their anti abolition stance. It discusses a writ of habeas corpus freeing Dan, criticizes judges and commissioners, and mocks plans to bar or tax Black residents while praising a hardline Democratic shift against African Americans.
Political tensions and bridge charter critique in Ohio
The piece attacks the Fugitive Slave Law and endorses Wood for Governor, mentions a Cincinnati bridge charter obliging incorporators to pay for enslaved people who flee from Kentucky, and critiques legislators while recalling Gen. Scott. It reflects Whig concerns, political maneuvering, and calls for subscription support for the Ohio State Journal to influence voters before the election.
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Legiaiatnus
Ohio River
Cinginnati
Kentucky
Parish
Ana
Locofaca
Bng
Tenaie
Alevas
Gen Secor and Union Loyalty Sparks Southern Whig Debate
Southern Whig journals state the South will not back Gen Secor for President unless he pledges friendship to the Union. The Cleee Herald notes the irony, recalling Secor’s numerous battles to preserve the Union.
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Scott
Union
Gen Secor
Cleee Herald
Detroit City of the Strait and the Rail Conspiracy Trial
Correspondence from Detroit Aug 28 1851 notes rapid growth of the city with expanding industry and population. Reports on the Rail Conspiracy Trial resuming after illness of defendants Ganna Alt Bileh and Fitch and confessions or statements by Fitch's wife Amanda. Fitch claims he merely voiced opinions and seeks liberty, while witnesses and jurors are discussed. The trial spans sixty three days with about 400 witnesses examined. public excitement remains high and opinions vary on the charges. Ex Governor Seward plans to return to New York with ongoing interest in his efforts. More to follow.
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Trenson
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Fitch
Sister of Charity
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Cgames C
Ayor
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Yale College
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Phil
Scientific
America
Europe
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Wane Ct
Woved
Junge
Maine
Ayer
Lawdl
Pam
James O
Laurell
Mans
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W. Waoeter
Oberlin
W. W. Roberts
Mansfeld
Sturges
Cleveland
Fiske & Mut
Eve Wgdely
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