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Newspaper
Fremont Weekly Freeman
Location
Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1852
Page
2
Fragmentary prophesy notes reference a future president, Polk and Pierce, with muddled attributions. The text cites Jefferson remarks about commissions and political timelines, casting doubt on the authenticity and dating of the anecdote about a future U S president.
Dr Dalley critiques Whig and Democratic platforms, noting divergence on slavery but unity against agitation in the District. The Albany Evening Journal reports Whig vigor in New York state politics, while Irish speakers and local leaders face opposition at a Rother county meeting.
A garbled historical excerpt describes a speaker from Philadelphia urging voters in Harrisburg to back a candidate for a presidency. It mentions choosing between Winfield Scott and Franklin Pierce, and laments the lack of other options and the duty of a freeman to act with neutrality.
An account recalls General Winfield Scott as affable and kind to laborers at Elizabethtown after his Mexican campaign. Tales describe him paying workers with his own money, greeting each with advice and brotherly warmth, challenging rumors of cold aristocratic bearing. He returned aboard a steamer, then attended church, quietly entering through the quarantine.
A dense Democratic era discourse argues Gen Scott’s merits while denouncing “Locofoco” critics and praising brave soldiers who served eight dollars monthly. It cites public letters, party loyalty, and editorials from sources like Commercial Register and London Times, framing the 1852 contest as a clash of patriotism versus party.
A letter from Donald McDexor argues Irish voters should back Gen. Piers to aid Manchester and Birmingham, citing Meagher’s 1847 critique of British policy. He claims Irishmen fear British parties and asks for truth about The Times view on Piers’ election and its impact on Ireland’s industry.
A New York correspondent reviews the Pittsburgh Convention and notes unexpected Pennsylvania delegates and ominous Ohio signs. He doubts Pierce can win New York, Pennsylvania, or Ohio, arguing the Whigs may gain three key states due to Free Soil splits.
The article urges Whig voters in Ohio to focus on October elections for Supreme Judge Beardsley Board of Public Works Haynes and other county officers. It stresses the landmark importance of the October vote, calling for full turnout to secure victory in both October and November contests. It emphasizes vigilant participation and duty for a successful result.
The article surveys party stances on the River and Harbor Bill amid Democratic gains and Whig opposition. It notes Whigs and Democrats tallying yeas and nays, Tennessee sentiment toward Scott, and rumors of bets on Pierce versus Scott. It comments on southern journals predicting Scott’s presidential prospects and Whig mobilization across the state.
The ticket lists Winfield Scott for president and William A. Graham for vice president with a slate of senatorial and congressional electors from multiple counties. It also mentions candidates for Supreme Judge D. A. Haynes and for the Board of Public Works D. H. Beardsley, all tied to Ohio regions and cities.
Reads like a collage from 19th century papers citing the Loc of OCO party and England on tariffs and markets. Mentions Lord Derby and Calhoun and references to American tariff policy as viewed by various newspapers in London and Manchester.
A political offer praises Democratic prospects in November and invites readers to buy the Freeman for 50 cents, payable after Gen Scott’s election to the presidency, urging gentlemen to join without delay.
A Musa Convention of the friends of Gen. Wooren Score will be held in Fremont on Tuesday September 28 1952 starting at 10 am. Hon Van R Hommeey Hon Hina Ginswoun and Wie H Ginsow will address the audience. Nominations will be made for County Treasurer Prosecuting Attorney Surveyor Recorder one Commissioner one Infirmary Director and four District Assessors. Readers urged to circulate notice widely and encourage a large gathering.
Ot tawa county residents will hear address by Gaiswoxn and Hoo Hra at Port Clinton on Wednesday September 29 1852. Citizens are urged to attend and rally in support of Chippewa friends.
G Mugg and R P Buckland of Esgis and John Shrenk will address Woodville township residents on Saturday September 25 at 1 o'clock. All willing to hear reasons for electing Scott as President are invited to attend.
A meeting will be held at the school house near Gross's tavern on the pike in York township Thursday evening September 2. Several speakers will address the meeting. Men of all political parties are invited to attend. The Croghan House is for rent advertisement.
The piece relays a heated exchange amid national ambition, with Gen Scott defended against Locofoco attacks and ex Governor Robert Lucas publicly backing Scott and Graham. Lucas praises internal improvements and American industry while urging Western supporters to back Scott. The report labels Cass and Democratic rivals as contrast.
On Tuesday September 28 at 10 o clock in the morning a Mass Meeting of Gen Scott friends will be held in Fremont. Hon Van R Humphrey and Hon Hiram Griswoold will speak. Citizens urged to attend and bring Democratic neighbors to hear the truth about Scott.
Last week Vermont elected a Whig governor and expanded Whig majorities in the state ticket and legislature. Maine elections early in the week show Whigs nearly sweeping, Locotoco candidates trailing, with two Congress members and five legislators reported lost. Support grows for Scott in Maine, signaling a strong political shift.
The piece notes Scott and Grahamen leading in Wood County with strong support planned to reduce the opposition. It mentions former Democratic participants switching to the Scots Kien, and an earnest effort to advance the cause. It also reports rapid railroad work from Freemont to Toledo and Norwalk bound rails by mid October. EP McLellan & Motos open a large goods stock in Birchard's building opposite the bank.
The Whigs of Ottawa County held a meeting at Port Clinton on the 11th of 1852 and nominated Commissioners Bennett V. Haver, Sheriff A Tym M Griswold, Treasurer James Baldwin, Surveyor Cyrun T. Sneed, Assessor No 1 Benjamin F. Divelle, Assessor No 2 Nathan Kirk. W L Gunsey of Tiffin delivered an address. the audience praised the speaker and the party expressed renewed resolve.
In Columbus on Wednesday a report says Mr Gilman's appeal drew the crowd with an hour long eloquent defense. Mr Gresos of Uato praised the audience and the speech, calling it lofty and dignified. Gimson is lauded as one of the state's most able orators.
A German gathering in Lick Run and nearby areas near Cincinnati chose Peter Herb as president and Michael Geissler as secretary at a Monday meeting. Resolutions called for backing the Real Democracy and critiqued Democratic leaders, praising German support for reform and progress within the party.
Peter Shen Smith, a leading Native American figure, writes a letter opposing Webster and Washington’s nominations at Trenton. He accuses them of offering only “reliable assurances” of Native sentiment and claims no American candidate aligns with Native interests. He ends urging Pierce and King to prove their reliability.
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