Irish Protestant Clause Sparks Debate on Naturalization
A heated speech analyzes old New Hampshire Protestant requirements for office, challenging claims that Democrats favored immigrants. It argues education can erode democracy and warns against exploiting foreigners for partisan ends while urging unity regardless of birth or origin amid looming national conflicts.
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House of Representatives
New Hampshire
Democratic Party
N. H
Cup
Mr. D
Michigan
Texas
South
North
Democratic’party
Connecticut
Gen- Chipman
Missouri
Mr. Bowlin
Emerald Isle
Ireland
Loco State Convention Sets Tone for 1846 Bank Policy
The Ohio Locofoco faction displays a gold and silver currency stance, pledging opposition to paper money and bank schemes. David Tod’s 1846 presidential bid is framed by a shift in principles, contrasting with 1844, with emphasis on constitutional currency and Bank Destruction as rallying cries. Also noted: Tod’s letters and the party's bank views, plus a Maine Farmer anecdote on knowledge valuing observation and a Swederland butcher’s record hog weight.
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LOCO
Locofoco
Ohio
David Tod
Rew
Col. Tod
Locotoca
Cuyahoga Co
Genr Lewen
State of
Tod
Washington
Cleveland. Herald
Boston
Newtown
Wm. E. Ruevell
Swederland
Mass
Restoration of Peel Ministry in England Sparks Political Turmoil
The article reports on the sudden resignation of Sir Robert Peel’s ministry, Lord John Russell’s attempt to form a Whig cabinet, and Peel’s restoration. It notes Queen Victoria at the Isle of Wight, Cobden’s rejected vice presidency, and the cabinet’s corn law repeal debate amid ongoing Oregon and tariff discussions. It contrasts English reactions to President Polk’s Message with calls for Free Trade and potential tariff adjustments. The piece includes commentary from Wilmer and references to the Times’s coverage of British opinions on Oregon and mutual policy aims.
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Hibernia
Europe
Express
Herald Express
Friends of Peace
Peel
John Russell
Lord Gray
Lord Palmerston
Foreign Department
England
Overland Mail
Sir Robert Peel
Canada
United States
Liverpool
TU. S
Liberty
Lancashire
Yorkshire
Pacific
Oregon Territory
Wilmer
Oregon
Congress
America
Polk
Lord John Russell
Robert Peel
Acadia
Isle of Wight
Edinburgh
Melbourne
League
Board of Trade
Cobden
American Union
Boston
M’lane
London Times
Buchanan
U. States
Late and Important from Mexico Progress of the Revolution
The Julia arrived at New Orleans with Vera Cruz dates to the 29th alt and from the city of Mexico to the 23. Slidell remains as the government refuses to recognize him. Parrott reaches Mexico City as Paredes leads a revolt with 9,000 men toward the capital. Government appoints Bustamante commander and Borregon second in command. Senate grants dictatorial powers to Herrera. Walter details show Jalapa and Vera Cruz favor Paredes. Puebla troops refuse to depart, aiming to back Paredes. capital may soon open to his forces.
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New Orleans
Vera Cruz
Mexico
Hoffman
Slidell
Washington
Parrott
Legation
Paredes
Puebla
Tampico
Jalapi
Herrera
Picayune
Moniteur
21St al
Bustamento
Borregon
Senate
Siglo
Saint Juan
el Veracruzama
San Juan de Ulloa
Casanova
San Louis Potosi
Laudero
Sigero
Government Palace
San Francisco
Jalapa
Orianna
Perote
Inclan
Vera Cruzano
England
Despotism and War Feints in Mexican Crisis
Reports say Herrera's bold circular empowers governors with extraordinary powers as despotism tightens its grip. Armies back Paredes, with Ampudia defecting and Urrea defeated. Orizava Guanajuato lean to Paredes while Perote near capital signals shift. Slidell denied reception as Parrott arrives. Herrera’s proclamation urges compatriots to rally to defend liberties.
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Ment
Yucatan
Herrera
Congress
Garduno
Ampudia
Almonte
Perote
Paredes
Arroyo Sarco
Orizava
Guanajuato
Urrea
el Siglo
Campuzana
Cuesta
Government Council
Slidell
United States
Texas
Parrott
Mexico
Destructive to the Last Locofocos Meet At Court House
Destructive to the Last reports a Hamilton County Locofoco meeting at the Court House, with J Flinn and E M Stanton addressing. Resolutions back Columbus Democratic stand, call for immediate repeal of the State Bank of Ohio act, oppose paper currency from other states, and support David Tod. Also notes an amendment favoring gold and silver revenue. Includes remedies for lockjaw and a county naming quarrel.
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Hamilton County
Cincinnati
Court House
J. Flinn
E. M. Stanton
Columbus
State Bank OF
Ohio
HYDRA
Sth
David Tod
Locofoco
Argus
Andrews Wasson
Albany Argus
Foreig n News and Court Term Notice
The England news praises Polk’s tariff stance while warning against British-leaning policies in Oregon and a future treaty. Also notes the Court of Common Pleas term begins March list with plans to publish a life of the times of holding courts statewide.
The Judiciary Weighs Between Justice and Political Pressure
A period essay argues the judiciary must remain pure and free from party influence. It warns that mixing political aims with legal decisions erodes trust, risks property rights, and undermines the judiciary’s integrity, citing a Locofoco Convention toast as cautionary evidence.
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Inter
Clatesman
Judicial Department
Locofeco
BB. Taylor
Supreme Court
Florida Contested Seat Resolved in Congress
The House ousted Mr. Cabell, a Whig, by 105 to 80 and admitted Mr. Brockenbrough, a Locofoco, by 99 to 25 to the vacant seat. The Senate rejected Woodward of Pa. for the Supreme Court vacancy. Rumors say Buchanan may be nominated for that office.
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House of Representatives
Florida
House
Cabell
Brockenbrough
Loco
Yews
Senate
Woodward
Stpreme Court
Zie
Buchanan
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