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Newspaper
Freeman And Messenger
Location
Lodi, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1840
Page
4
A 19th century discussion notes unexplained phenomena likened to thunder from the earth, suggesting a vast subterranean communication between volcanic mountains. It then shifts to congressional imports about pensions, banks, and alcohol restrictions, criticizing expenditures under Van Buren and calling for economy and reform.
The piece notes the Public Treasury lacks funds as Van Buren and Woodbury warned and urges immediate legislative provisions to sustain government credit. It hints at potential Treasury sales of paper money ranging five to ten million, with deposits recalled from states and tariff changes seen as too slow. The Repository and Freeman comment on the financial strain and possible need for new money issuance.
President submits a Treasury protection plan to Congress seeking authority to guard against cash shortfalls. Secretary argues for legal provision to anticipate funds, citing pensions and note redemptions due March and May and delays from banks. Washington notes risk to credit and national business if the government cannot meet obligations.
Albany reports the Senate adopted resolutions affirming the right of petition as a fundamental liberty. The measure cites the U S House rule restricting petitions on slavery and condemns that denial of citizen access to representatives. It notes regret that New York representatives joined the majority to pass the rule.
Reports from Kernaul describe a brutal British assault resulting in Colonel Wright's death and immense booty. letters claim 500–600 brass guns, armor, swords, and treasures valued near 1 million pounds, with Fort George-like strength and stores enough for 100,000 troops for two years.
The piece discusses the 1840 Democratic Whig presidential nominating ticket William Harrison and John Tyler. It critiques hard times for laborers, farmers, and debtors, advocates for monetary reform, and laments taxes. It includes weather notes and updates on Allegany river improvements and local politics.
Report notes a railroad accident near Bridgeport Connecticut reopened after a breakdown by a yard tender. Several limbs were broken as cars neared the end of the ride. A pile of cord wood on the dock prevented worse injuries. Private letters say the train and passengers could have plunged eight feet into the dock in low water. Also mentions Cuba battle and political chatter about Harrison Van Buren and the Erie banks.
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