17 Apr 1852
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Newspaper
Fremont Weekly Freeman
Location
Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1852
Page
1
A fragmentary verse piece addresses an unnamed muse Jenny B and a speaker named Jake Mindness. The poetry evokes longing and emotional yearning as the narrator seeks a brighter, entrancing, love filled gaze amid shifting imagery and erotic undertones.
A Cleveland era column criticizes perquisites enjoyed by officials and printers, citing unpaid charges, discontinued ads, and illicit favors. It notes a 90 year old man jailed over a coercive marriage attempt, and reports on Boston and New York anecdotes about women subscribers and husband finances.
A lengthy essay discusses the phrase the law and the prophets as the guiding rule for universal happiness. It asserts Jesus taught practical universal righteousness as daily action, urges women to champion this ethic, and links moral improvement to societal harmony and spiritual enlightenment. A brief city notice follows about Junction Railroad stock in Toledo and a cautious printer’s remark on publication.
A reviewer notes a chaotic session of the Ohio General Assembly with friction between the Legislature and the public, contrasting views on democracy and reform. The piece cites editorials from Circleville Watchman and local papers, describing ineffectual debate, salaries, taxes, and concern for public welfare. It mentions the Canal Injunction case at Mt Vernon, the tax bill, and warnings about patronage and printing costs.
Distressed editorials accuse State Auditor D. W. Morgan of unconstitutional print expenditures and unlawful contracts. The piece denounces printing expenses under a new constitution and questions bid legality, while noting legislative actions on related bills and a startling New York cow milk tale. The column blends political critique with local news on taxes, adjournment, and a curious farm anecdote about a milking cow near Albany.
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