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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1831
Page
4
A fragmented historical verse laments war and celebrates independence. It recalls years of conflict ending in freedom, honors heroic memory, and envisions a future where war is banished and liberty ignites nations without cruelty or conquest. The piece references notable figures and a broader plea for universal peace.
Excerpted reflections urge true religion as simple nature guided by right reason, advocating plain living, humility, and devotion over showy wealth. It stresses pure heart, obedience, and a gaze toward God's presence in creation, followed by a brief note on dog sagacity in Madagascar.
The author argues against perpetual doubt and urges criteria for the work of the Holy Spirit on the heart. They reject the notion of irresistible grace if orthodox views deny it, claiming transformations arise from belief in doctrines and experiences reflect faith. A shift from Socinianism to Calvinism is cited as evidence.
The Detroit Journal notes the appointment of Stevens Thompson Mason of Kentucky as Secretary of the Michigan Territory by President Andrew Jackson. Citizens convene to scrutinize the action, forming a committee to gather facts. Mason, age under twenty one, acknowledges the appointment and its awareness by the President.
After discussion the meeting unanimously resolved to appoint a five member committee consisting of E. P. Hastings Y. S. Cole David C. M Kinstry Oliver Newberry and A. D. Frazer Exqrs to prepare a memorial and resolutions for the President of the United States. The committee is to report at an adjourned meeting tomorrow at 2 o'clock PM. The meeting then adjourned.
Detroit citizens in the Territory denounce Stevens Thompson Mason as a minor sworn into the office. The memorial argues the appointment violates the federal framework and the Constitution, urging removal and citing the 1787 Ordinance and 1789 acts to limit powers of the Secretary and safeguard territorial governance.
Citizens of Detroit in July 1831 urged the President to revoke a plan appointing a youth under 20 as Michigan Governor. They argued the constitution requires suffrage, age, property, and experience for such high civil duties, including pardons, vetoes, and partnerships with Congress. They urged publication and wider cooperation to counter the proposal.
A reading suggests a supposed inaccuracy about General Mason employing a chief clerk in his office. The text clarifies that the clerk mentioned is Gov. Cass's subordinate and paid by him, and that Mason did not have a clerk other than his son who is stated to be the only clerk ever employed by his father in the office.
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