Ohio Whig critique of Localfoe rule and pay scandal
The Fremont Freeman laments unpaid reports and exposes extravagant clerks and sergeants’ pay in the Ohio state government. It argues for investigation, contrasting Whig economy with Localfoe excess, urging voters to weigh these abuses at the polls. It cites a Jacksonian tariff defense and recalls Civil War-era loyalties.
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Cherian
Sengeatney
Baumer, Yosrz & Co
Torley
Ohio
Dan Theta
Jensen
Commemorative Note on General Winfield Scott
Excerpt from the Niles Register recalling General Winfield Scott’s early life, rapid rise in the military, and public esteem. It cites a Petersough community plan to present a ceremonial sword to Chippros and Bridgewater, praising Scott’s military talents and defense of his country.
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Niles Register
Costac i
Tuomas Darrereox
Niles Reg
Petere
College of William and Mary
Pisses
Wilkinson
Washington
Hisecollar
Winfield Scott
Petersough
Geter
Shmvids
Shistde
Ireland
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Opponents of Gen. Scott and the varied party lines
From Wilson's Field Piece, the piece lists Rev. Mr Brownlow, religious Test supporters in New Hampshire, the London Times, Toombs and Stephens, the Philadelphia Sun, and others as opponents or followers of opposing views. It notes Catholics, Nativists, Mexicans, Canadians, Southerners, and River Harbors interests as reacting to Scott. The piece lampoons factions and motives in a contested election.
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Gen
Scott
Brownlow
New Harapahire
London
Pierce
Ireland
Meric
England
London Times
Messie Tombs
Stephens
Measrs
Toombs
Philadelphia Sun
South Carolina
Loco Foco
Wilson
World cannot replace a lost happy conscience
A moral reflection laments that no external gains can heal a person who loses inner peace. The statement implies inner virtue matters more than wealth or status, urging integrity over worldly success.
Democrats oppose land sale bill in 1859 Senate
The article argues that Democrats in Congress oppose a 1859 bill allowing public land to be claimed by actual settlers at 50 cents an acre after 15 years unsold, labeling the move as anti liberal and warning voters about party entrenchment. It cites vote tallies and names Franklin Pierce and Wm. B. King, urging the public to oppose what it calls aristocratic schemes.
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Democratic Party
Thartene
Congress
Senate of
United States
Franklin Pierce
William BR. King
England
Com. Register
Pierce refuses genialship with advance pay and rations
The Philadelphia Saturday Courier report cited by the Cincinnati Gazette notes Pierce refused to accept a position unless granted full pay and rations for man and horse in advance. The unusual condition, paid before he mounted his charger, includes a sword bought for him by Concord ladies in northern Illinois where he practiced law.
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Cincinnati Gazette
Pierce
Philadelphia Saturday Courier
the Courier
Volanteera
Revelvath
Concord
N. IL
Anti-Painting Club Emerges From Taco-Foco Dissent
In Syracuse, dissenters from the Taco-Foco party form an Anti-Painting Club. They claim past alignment with Loco Foto ends now until they nominate a better option than a conformist candy vote. This and other examples illustrate growing factional strains.
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AstrFarstixation
Taco-Foco
Syracuse
Loco Foto
Fragmented 1851 Whig campaign notes from Bellevue council
A garbled historical fragment discusses Whig strategy around General Picton and General Pierce, with references to New Hampshire politics, campaign machinery, and local Bellevue ordinances. The text mixes political commentary, names, and procedural notes, offering a snapshot of mid 19th century party activity and municipal governance.
Germans and Democracy in Cincinnati Locofoco Persecution
The Dayton Gazette argues that Locofoco politics weaponize German Democrats in Cincinnati. It claims German allies of the Democratic Party faced persecution after backing a county committee member from the secret Miami Tribe. The piece warns that Locofoco forces will harass German citizens as they gain awareness and resist party control.
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Haelf
Democene
Cincinnati
Hamilton County
Miami Tribe
Charles Reemelin
Inginnaui
Dinsmonti
Reemelin
Locofoco
Dayton
The
Maon
Bellevue Ordinances Regulate Licenses and Intoxicants
The text outlines Bellevue village rules for alcohol licenses, morality proofs, and premises standards. It sets license fees, durations, and conditions for revocation including drunkenness, rioting, or disorder. It also prohibits sale to underage persons and restricts sales in quantities under one quart.
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Bellewrne
Cobacateet
Lesa
Dallas
Promnione
Uitte
Pri Fces
Hetaanaating
TaMeSwert
D. Poazere
Poreed Angvat
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