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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1844
Page
2
The excerpt describes how Indians are enslaved and left to die in the fields, their bones scattered and devoured by beasts. Slaves are better kept and fed than their masters, with many enslaved being freed in some cases. French and Amerindian settlers trade slaves and use them for labor, prompting questions about government action and federal law on enslaving Indians.
The report details John Q. Adams arguing that abolition petitions should be considered within the constitutional framework, condemning violent rhetoric and urging restraint. He cites Jefferson’s abolitionist stance and expresses hope for a future where slavery ends and harmony prevails in the United States.
The speaker argues that biblical prophecies will be fulfilled and expresses abolitionist sympathy while distancing from abolition societies. He asserts independence from their tactics, values the Union, supports gradual abolition, and seeks no interference with Southern institutions, urging peaceful, voluntary emancipation.
A composite political brief cites Albany Journal and Frankfort Commonwealth notes. It critiques Martin Van Buren, predicts a presidential election vindication by the people, and mocks the Carter/tyler era misrule while referencing pipe laying controversy and printer elections in 1840.
The Senate and House discuss federal spending from the founding up to date and consider retrenchment in Navy budgets. Debates cover the Home Squadron costs, a national foundry, post office rates, land-sale proceeds, Cumberland Road funds, and Oregon occupancy.
The debate on a free colored man's arrest and use of slavery to pay trial costs drew much excitement. The discussion continued for most of the day and was referred to the standing committee on the Judiciary. The plan to refund Gen. Jackson's fine was considered but unfinished, and the House adjourned to Tuesday, Jan. 2.
The past week featured Sabbath observance conventions and previews of upcoming meetings. Whigs announce delegates Truron and Eric will represent their counties with energy and unity, as reported by the Ash i fand Farmer.
The Journal reports a Friends of General Cass meeting in Columbus where speakers concede Van Buren cannot carry Ohio against Clay and Cass seems idle. The piece notes agreement with locofoco leaders though Cass is viewed as idle by some.
The Maryland Legislature elected Hon. James A Pearce of Kent county United States Senator for six years from March 4. He won on the first ballot with the support of every Whig in both houses.
A letter to the editor from Richmond residents denies any man named Fenwert or Manzeert being nominated to represent the township at the January eighth Columbus convention. The writer asserts capable locals will stand for election and urges others to mind their own business.
Senate debates on reducing General Assembly pay with amendments and county fee reforms. The House receives the measures with changes and refers them to retrenchment. Bills touch Milan relocation, districting, and restoring bank rights in Erie and Sandusky counties, with petitions from citizens and joint committees forming on district apportionment.
The report from Mr Kiler of the Committee on Railroads and Turnpikes approves a loan of credit to the Assland and Vermillion Railroad and repeals related acts. The House, Jan 4, debates public printing costs with a recorded 47 to 20 vote. A petition from Erie county seeks turning Columbus and Sandusky Turnpike over to the Board of Public Works for mcAdamization.
The piece discusses excitement over Oregon in various states and muses on political aims. It imagines an Oregon President and Oregon Congressmen elected to serve that region, referencing Allen of the Senate as a potential leader and noting Ohio's stance on the subject.
The three story brick house on Water Street in Sandusky City, built by Mr Doll, caught fire but was controlled with little damage. The Clarion reports incendiary work with cotton wads saturated with spirits turpentine found in the garret and matches nearby. Doll had recently insured the building and he and others were taken into custody.
The bill seeks immediate possession of the Oregon Territory west of the Rockies to the Pacific, between 42 and 54 40 north. It authorizes a line of stockade forts from Missouri to entry passes the valley, plus 640 acres to every white male 18+ who cultivates for five years, with extras for wives and children. The measure, referred to a select committee including Atchison Walker Sevier Merrick and Phelps, likely to report favorably.
A Messenger sent by Gen. Thompson, our Minister at Mexico, arrived on Tuesday after leaving Mexico City on the 22d ultimo. The purpose is to settle unsettled American indemnity claims, signaling Mexico's favorable stance toward U. S. relations and likely helping claim holders.
A Washington letter to the New York Commercial says the President has not decided on a nominee for Justice Thompson’s seat. Spencer is named as a likely candidate, though he may be rejected and leave the vacancy until Clay’s presidency. Crittenden’s nomination was rejected by a Jackson Senate two years running, and Verplanck might be offered the Treasury if Spencer is chosen.
In letters to the Cincinnati Gazette and amid Marion/Marietta papers, Congressman William Weller of Ohio’s Butler district denounces Abolition petitions and pro slavery shifts, calling himself an uncompromising foe of abolitionists. The commentary notes how his district aided his election via a third candidate and cites similar lawmaker sentiment in the upcoming Congress.
The Ohio House passed a bill to reimburse expenses of the State Printer amid sharp abuse toward supporters. Locofoco members who voted for the bill were pressured to recant, while Whig allies and a few others switched to negative votes. The Statesman decries dictation and subserviency as a national example of coercive political tactics.
A General Land Office note to Congress shows land sales totaling 1 639 674 acres in the past year, worth millions and about 600 000 more than the prior year. Only a small portion sold near minimum price due to pre-emption laws, aiding settlers to secure prime land. Over ten thousand patents issued and all prepared patents signed.
The Cincinnati Atlas notes a factory in Cincinnati producing cotton bagging employing 55 girls. A girl quits Saturday after weaving 15305 yards in a week earning twenty cents per cut, six dollars for less than four days, while local labor and living costs loom large. The piece criticizes opposing Locos and contrasts cheap girl labor with high city prices for flour and poultry.
In a suit for Iran, Georgia Courts find that refusing to take a newspaper from the office or leaving it uncalled for until all arrears are paid constitutes prima facie evidence of fraudulent intent.
The Charleston Mercury rejects supporting Van Buren and declines to back the Democratic creed even if nominated. It criticizes the Ratine Convention as undesired and mocks its composition while defending its own stance against interference by any man.
The New Orleans Whigs carried the election held on the 18th to fill a vacancy. P. Freret won as the successful candidate by about fifty votes. The day was inclement and turnout was lower than usual. last year the Whigs faced a 153 vote majority against them in Orleans.
The St Louis Republican notes crowds greet Mr. Clay as he passes Memphis en route to New Orleans with a river steamer and committee to receive him. It reports preparations and a reception scene while recounting a political climate and circulating counterfeit bank notes in mock form.
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