13 Jul 1848
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Newspaper
Evansville Weekly Journal
Location
Evansville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1848
Page
1
Weekly Journal printed and published by Wm H Chandler and Co. The item records the publisher and imprint of the periodical. No further context or events are provided in the readable text.
FOR PRESIDENT GENERAL ZACHARY TAYLOR OF LOUISIANA FOR VICE PRESIDENT MILLARD FILLMORE OF NEW YORK FOR REPRESENTATIVE NATHAN BOWLEY HI S ELECTORAL TMICERT FOR THE STATE AT LARGE JOSEPH G MARSHALL OF JEFFERSON GODLOVE ORTH OF TEPECANOE DISTRICT ELECTORS Jons Prrones OF Posey Joan S Davis OF Floyd Mitrox Guess OF Dearborn Davin P Hontoway OF Wayne Tuomas D Waxtroos OF Hancock vill H Rovissio OF Greene Eoward W Mccaghy OF Park James F Svir OF Clinton Castet D Pratt OF Coss Davin Kingore OF Delaware
A long civic appeal urges readers to consider Gen. Cass’s actions on Wilmot Proviso, pay cuts for Mexican War soldiers, Senate votes on Taylor censure, court dress for access to the king, and loyalty to the Baltimore Platform. It accuses him of opposing territorial slavery limits, provoking war with Britain, and pursuing office for money. The piece frames Cass as an opportunist linked to Venice of court influence and questions his March Washington attendance.
Locofoco papers mock the Whigs over Taylor's perceived traitor to principle. Cass offers a vast stock of sentiments on Texas and the Wilmot Proviso, while Gen. Taylor touts honesty and the people’s will as the core of his policy. Old Zach proclaims Let the People rule as the republic’s true theory.
Walnut sized tomatoes debut at Cincinnati market selling for twenty five cents each. Local vendors report strong interest as buyers queue for the new fruit offering.
The Jacksonville News and other influential Locofoco papers in Florida denounce Cass as a fraud and humbug and openly prefer Taylor. They argue the state will support Zack Taylor based on past campaigns and loyalty to the candidate.
Reports from St Louis indicate Col Powell and Col Gilpin will disband their Oregon battalions. A rifle regiment battalion will march to Oregon to erect stockades and guard emigrants. Disturbances among the Iillians suggest full rifle regiment may be used on the plains. Sioux attacked a Pawnee village. Indians attacked Mormons, killing several. Winnebagoes refuse relocation west of the Mississippi. Troops cannot compel relocation or protect property. cattle for subsistence and troops reportedly killed by Indians. Louisville Journal notes a drowning of a child after a ship collision near Cincinnati. Government in Washington may recall a Cuba move after Havana consul reports imminent insurrection and protection needs for American interests. Gulf squadron ordered to Cuba.
Mr Patrick, editor of the Greencastle Patriot, mocks local aristocracy by cartooning an imagined donkey in formal dress to symbolize the town’s elites. He notes the only difference is that donkeys do not exert influence over their own wealth.
Tippah county deputy sheriff Jon W. Adkins was slain last Sunday in Salem during a pursuit to search Holt’s house for stolen property. Holt refused requests to desist and fatally shot Adkins. Holt was brought before a magistrate on Monday and jailed, per the Holly Springs Jacksonian report.
The Dearborn Block on Federal Street Boston collapsed on a Saturday, causing a tunnel-like failure from attic to cellar as pillars gave way. About 30 people were inside. injuries were not serious. The rear wall fell later, dumping 800 bales of goods into the basement. Property loss estimated at $275,000 not including the building.
The Mississippi River interests hold large meetings in which they endorse George Cass as a distinguished advocate for their needs. They support the Baltimore convention resolution denying federal power to improve river navigation, arguing it interferes with western settlers rights, and urge their friends to back the nominee against commerce foes.
The Mortis Jerseyman recounts a famed juror who appeared in New York cases. In one deliberation the juror sat upright, declared his intention to verdict for plaintiff or defendant, and told the others to awaken him once they agreed, then he would join the decision.
The Buttingham family performs in Madison drawing large crowds, underscoring steady local interest in their act and the venue's strong attendance.
A critical column argues that Cass supports internal improvement by the federal government only in appearance. It cites the Baltimore Convention platform denying federal power for a general system of internal improvements, and notes Cass’s acceptance letter aligning with those resolutions. The piece contends western voters should not trust Cass’s pledge amid his past votes.
The New York Express reviews Senator A P Bagby’s nomination to the court of Russia and details Russia and Mexico mission outlays. It tallies Bagby’s outfit at 89 000 and total Russian mission expense near 31 250 in about a year, plus Mexican mission costs of 27 250. The piece notes Bagby also secured a West Point position for a son.
In the Baltimore Convention the tories knew the whigs would nominate Old Rough and Ready whose motto is never surrender. They chose to oppose him with someone who never did anything but surrender, a move driven by wanton spirit.
The undersigned publish Gen Taylor’s denial of circulating rumors about his satisfaction with Judge Saunders and the Louisiana delegation. He approves the delegation’s actions at Philadelphia and says his honor and reputation are safe in their hands. Signed by Bate Bevo, Locas Hystox, A Bouurrr.
A Pittsburg Post piece labels a Taylor meeting as vulgar rabble while defending coal and iron workers as honest toil. The North American contrasts democracy’s claim to love the dear people with harsh class imagery, criticizing lavishing praise on the hard-fisted millions.
The N S Journal of Commerce supports Gen Taylor claiming his election would restore an administration free from political corruption. The piece cites confidence in his ability to curb graft and restore integrity in governance.
Mr. Crittenden's speech to the friends of Taylor and Fillmore at Murry's Yard praised Gen. Taylor as a Whig, honest, capable, learned, humane, and unfailingly loyal to the Union. It argued he will be a national president, not a sectional figure, and that he will not proscribe opponents. The piece notes Taylor's habits, humanity, and democratic sympathies, and argues for unity across regions. It also covers reactions to Cass and Van Buren, and a New Orleans Bee claim about Taylor’s presumed acceptance of nomination.
The National Intelligencer notes Congress may not adjourn on the target day but could push the session into August or even September. It comments that the mover acts on his own resolution, asserting intent to carry it out for reasons tied to his commitment.
The St Louis Republican recounts a scene aboard a Mississippi river boat during a presidential vote. An officious U S officer insisted on casting a deck vote where thirty eight passengers supported Zack Taylor while seven backed Cass. The officer claimed deck votes showed true democracy, though he did not ride the deck himself.
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