Bounty Land Bill Speech Promotes Equitable Claims
Secretary of the Interior Alex Stuart explains the recent bounty land act aims to aid soldiers and avoid speculation. Forms and proof guidance will be printed and distributed to Congress members and county clerks. The Administration urges simple proof, warns agents, and promises ample clerks to minimize delays and ensure fair access.
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Congress of the
United States
Congress
Uhe
Alex, Hh dL
Stuart
Interior
Politician Swarr on labor policy and party shifts
Mr Swarr spoke to large audiences in Ny. Savoring the Great Question of the day he denounced policies that pit skilled labor against pauper labor from England. He highlighted the 6th District’s Progressive Democrats and contrasted platform shifts from 1848 to new Whig influenced planks, stressing internal improvements tariffs and labor protection. The era’s Episcopal convention adjourned sine die with debates over bishoprics and reform. Brig Ham Young’s address urged mercy to migrants, urging charity and welcoming newcomers while warning against harsh treatment.
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Boeoch
Swarr
Moline
England
Dahimore
Leock Island
Stdeertiser
Whig Bass Meeting Address by Mantix P. Swerr
Mr Sweat will address the Whigs of Strpigensaw County on October 20 at the Court House Freeport. All interested in state and national politics are urged to attend to hear the congressional candidate discuss Whig doctrine and influence voting choices.
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Sweat
Strpigensaw County
Court House
Freeport
Mantix P. Swerr
Ile
Campbell
Childood
West
Thompson Campbell
Martin 2. Sweet
Alice
The Great Objection to Banks and Safety Proposals
A debate on banking contrasts dangers of bank failures with proposed safeguards. Arguments favor pledges of mortgaged real estate and state-backed guarantees, contending these measures would render banks safe and protect public funds, while opponents fear consolidation of power and political manipulation. Also notes radical views on currency, national policy, and the Fugitive Slave Law amid evolving political rhetoric.
Banks and coinage reform as a national necessity
The piece argues for state banks based on sound specie backing and uniform currency. It condemns unreliable banknotes and foreign paper, praising certificates of deposit and notes convertible into coin or commodities. It claims gold influx is obviating metal basis concerns and urges banks with discounting to stabilize markets and local produce.
Faith in Political Victory Drives Whig Call to Action
A 19th century exhortation urges organized, nationwide effort for party success. It emphasizes efficient district by district work, unity over individual grievances, and strengthening local press as a moral lever. It cites past Whig victories in 1840 and 1848 as motivation for renewed confidence.
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Whigs Party
Loco foco accusations and praise for Dubuque paper
The Prairie Democrat editor is falsely accused of telling his local friends they vote for General Jackson against the Bank. The piece asserts the editor aims for democracy. One Mixen's Express of Dubuque is praised as a neat, able locofoco newspaper and a top West print.
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The
Prairie Democrat
General Jackson
United States Bank
Mixen’s Express
City of
Dubuque
Holt & Eesecker
Locofoco
Young Men for Wart Campaign Calls for Action
The campaign relies on young men who are described as active zealous and willing. The speaker urges that if every poll in the state is attended throughout the day by young men, victory would be assured. The question is raised whether young men will take hold of the work.
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Pennsylvania
Mantis P. Sweet
Great West
England
Congress
Commonwealth
Perrit
Prairie Democra
Grace Greenw
Alors
Courage, Whigs in Loco Soco Counties Rally
In an address cited by Col Baxter of Illinois, Whigs are urged to persevere under Loco Soco rule. Illinois joined the Confederacy in 1818 and, despite foreign immigration and Democratic opposition, Whig hopes remain. The message echoes Waterloo valor with resolve to endure.
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Col. Baxer
Ilinois
Connecticut
Lake Courage
Confederacy
Winds
Congress
Waterloo
Tun Guand
Fragmentary 19th Century Political Notes and Local Scandal
A jumble of names and positions appears across territories from California to the Sandwich Islands. Mentions U.S. officials, marshals, and a Sacramento affair with Sheriff Minney killed during an arrest attempt. Rumors speak of armed groups near Weaverville, a Mayor Bigelow injury, and possible White House or state shifts. A Hancock County Whig rally backs Marvin Swany for Congress with fervent support. A native girls’ trotting dare in the Sandwich Islands ends with a vertical leap into a torrent.
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Arrvains
Sacramento City
Minney
Allen
Weaverville
Bigalow
Hancock County
Grege
Warsaw
Marvin P. Swany
Rock Island
Congress
Tlancock
Nlancock
Manan Bam
Sandwich Islands
Whig Convention Sparks Split in New York
A New York Whig state convention factions split amid calls for unity. Delegates largely endorsed Senator Seward while dissidents withdrew to form separate resolutions. Editorials praise Seward’s stance and warn against factional ruin as tensions over slavery persist.
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York
Byer
Molly
Yury
Borther
North
Levantt
Congress
North West
Senator Seward
New York
Janesville
Pennsylvania Whigs Dominant in Statewide Races
In a fragmented report from Dauphine and surrounding counties Whig majorities are noted in several districts. Kahn leads Snodgrass by 50 with Locos ust Foca majority 509 in JECO district, while Loco Foco gains statewide near 1700. Whig ticket claims in 6th district Dauphine county and Philadelphia citywide.
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Pennsylvania
Jet Kahn
Snodgrass
Locos
Ust
Kahn
Jeco
Loco Foco
Dauphine
Congress
Warren County
Locomi
Schuylkill
Cuaigtes
Doub
Nobbins
Lacre- de Chester County
Bibbigham
Philadelphia
Lickuts
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