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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 09, 1844
Page
2
The Gazette notes Bartley’s approach contrasts with Mordecai’s, labeling him allied with Democrats and progressive or stationary factions. The commentary urges a new tactic as rivals reassess their positions within current political currents.
The Baltimore Whig lauds Henry Clay and presents Rev Capers of South Carolina praising Clay as the matchless orator and patriot who, in the face of Democrat power, urged peace and liberty. The Louisville Journal excerpt extols Clay’s eloquence, courage, and leadership in defending liberty and union against hostile forces.
A Statesman blast dismisses a circulating passage attributed to Henry Clay about slavery and white slaves as a malicious lie. It notes the Emancipator traced the quote to a supposed 1819 Missouri debate, but admits no verifiable speech can be found and warns readers to beware the fabrication.
A fragment argues that a publisher’s statements are false and slanderous and challenges white publishers over alleged bias. The note condemns the Statesman and its tools and cites Mr. Clay’s supposed remarks as not made. The writer vows to continue scrutiny.
A detailed revision of the 1838 Cilley Webb pistol duel in Maine is presented. It links Jonathan Cilley and Col. Webb to accusations, notes Clay’s attempted mediation, and portrays Wise Benton and Bynum as agents of Locofoco slander. Graves’ letters are cited to defend Clay and condemn the duel’s instigators.
The piece attacks the Jackson era and anti-Jackson forces, arguing Congress and the Whigs push refunding a New Orleans fine to tarnish Jackson’s name. It links policy shifts to electoral tactics and warns of a looming war fever over Oregon as Locofoco leaders oppose amicable settlement with Britain. It cites Van Buren and Calhoun, accusing political opponents of manipulation to restore Jacksonian influence.
The Texas annexation issue is attacked as a political maneuver by Locofocos. The piece recalls Van Buren era stance, argues Texas was a cheaper bargain then, warns against using annexation to hide tariff currency and land issues, and urges nationwide scrutiny.
The letter attacks Locofoco Congress members for circulating unfounded tracts by Amos Kendall and others. It denounces No.4 of Kendall’s series as blasphemous, lists alleged calamities attributed to Harrison’s election, and mocks Democratic claims of debt increases. It defends Clay’s consistency and notes Ohio Pond Commissioner’s appointment.
A list of electors from multiple counties named for a slate including Thomas Corwin of Warren and Peter Thatchcock of Geauga, with numerous other electors such as William Besn of Butler and Jon Crooks of Guernsey. The roster covers a wide geographic spread and shows the electoral assignments by district numbers.
The New York Tribune reports a Whig victory across most towns in Connecticut, giving the Whigs a likely legislative majority and Baldwin a gubernatorial edge though some 1700 scattered votes may alter his win. Legislature to select state officers and a U S Senator, with Whigs poised to fill key seats.
Ohio spring town elections show Whig victories or strengthened majorities in multiple townships and cities. Fairfield, Sandusky City, Berlin, Margaretta, Florence, Elyria, Ravenna, Shalersville, Columbus, Lower Sandusky, Tiffin, and York in Sandusky County shift away from Locofoco toward Whig control. notable wins include a Whig mayor and council in Columbus and Whig tickets prevailing in several jurisdictions.
The Pennsylvania House passed the unanimous preamble and resolution with the Senate dissenting on grounds of not going far enough to back a protective tariff. It urges Senators and Representatives to oppose any tariff changes injurious to manufacturing and agriculture, and to resist reductions on iron coal and wool to safeguard American industry.
Announcement of a newly published 1844 biography of Henry Clay by Eppes Sargent. It includes 80 pages of text and a lithographic portrait, priced at 122 cents per copy. The notice urges Clay Clubs to distribute copies and hints at a forthcoming letter from Cassius M. Clay on slavery and the presidency supporting Clay.
A 19th century club meeting adopts resolutions praising VENRY CLAY as leading candidate for first office and MORDECAI BARTLEY for Governor. The group calls for delegates to the Western Reserve Whig Convention in Cleveland on May 5 and approves a fifty cent contribution for attendees. Adjournment is set for the first Saturday in May at 6 PM.
A newspaper rebuttal challenges Locofoco allegations about Henry Clay’s morals. It disputes claims from The Last Experiment accusing Clay of Sabbath travel and other vices, listing a sequence of travel dates it says are largely false. The piece argues the Experiment published a salehood and asserts no Whig papers support the cited charges.
The Young Men's Clay Club in this city held a well attended meeting at Mr. Krauss. George W. Oyler announced his intent to enlist under the Whig banner in defense of Whig principles, declaring Democratic party ties broken by its desertion of core values. He praised Henry Clay and the Whig cause, and the gathering included songs and hearty applause.
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