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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1844
Page
1
The Locofocos press blasts the tariff as oppressive and unjust, calling for repeal while noting revenue shortfalls. Ben Tappan’s Steubenville Union cites government needs and compares 1841 duties of 15.95 million to 1843 at 20.61 million, arguing the tariff yields ample revenue despite anti tariff cries.
A large Locofoco gathering in the City Hall heard David Todd declare his Democratic and anti protection views. Speakers included Tod Medill Thurman and Sargeant amid two hundred attendees, with Whigs leading 125 to 75. The report criticizes Tod as dull and overhyped, noting his stance against a national bank and patronage distributions.
The Huron Reflector argues for naming David Fisher of Clermont County as the Whig candidate for Ohio governor. It notes Fisher stood near Mr. Spangler on the Story Convention nominating committee, praises Fisher as a capable farmer and loyal Whig, and asserts Cray and Fisher could lead the party against opposition including abolitionists.
The Whig Central Committee calls a State Convention at Columbus on February 22 after David Spengler declined gubernatorial candidacy. County delegates previously chosen remain the basis, with existing names listed across Ruggles, New London, Clarksfield, Wakeman, Greenwich, and others, urging attendance.
Ohio Senate and House actions from January 19 to 23 show debates on divorce authority for the Supreme Court, petitions to form new counties Ellsworth Orange and Shannon, and Wyandot approval. Reports critique state printer pay while Ellsworth work continues. Plymouth petitions withdrawn and Ellsworth bill advanced amid committee clashes and procedural moves.
In Senate actions on June 24, Parker proposed cutting sheriff’s fees for jailed defendants, while a committee bill regulated attorney fees with a cap of five dollars per case, except in murder. Koch introduced a bill to fix and apportion representation for Chin State. In the House on January 25, Hawkins led a committee to report a bill to fix and apportion representation in Ohio’s General Assembly.
A respected local professor concluded a course of lectures on chemistry and geology in Norwalk on Wednesday evening last week. The lectures attracted a large audience and earned universal satisfaction, hailed as the best scientific series heard in the village. Citizens show willingness to attend future lectures by reputable scientists.
The article outlines a reform plan to lower postage, arguing five cents per letter could cover mail costs if the franking privilege ends. It notes widespread petitions across regions and compares with England’s two-cent rate. It cites a proposed bill summary from Senator Murtick, proposing five cent letters under 100 miles, free newspapers within counties, abolition of franking, and limited free stamps for lawmakers and officials.
In the House on January 15 Mr King of New York asked about a hostage reduction report from the Post Office committee. The chair said no agreement yet but calls for thorough reform of postage. Kennedy opposed Post Office Dept treasury funding but favored self-sustaining reform. Dana proposed a constitutional amendment to allow direct state voting for president and vice president. Black of Georgia announced an amendment to Oregon territorial government bill and Texas annexation. Senate on January 16 McDuffie said he would pursue the Compromise Act reestablishment, finance committee opposing Senate-originated revenue. House: Davin of Indiana reported a repeal of the Distribution Act. Wilkins reported increasing the District Judge of Ohio salary.
Washington January 20 1814 The vote today on the President's message renews hope for further appropriations An effort to divide lake and river interests failed by a decisive vote The portion about the improvement was referred to the committee and chambered The lake interests await another vote on the appropriation bills
In the House three weeks of discussion reveal slaveholding pressure and party friction. The Whigs claim Mr. Hudson from Massachusetts voiced an orthodox speech defending northern rights, while opponents say his stance signals subservience to slaveholding interests. The scene shows Whigs pushing for floor time as the debate on duties and rights continues.
A local meeting praised Professor Sr Joux for popular lectures on chemistry and geology at Western Reserve College. Resolutions thanked the lecturer and the trustees, appointed a secretary, and ordered copies to be sent to newspapers and Hudson Cleiver.
In Charleston the Clay Club grows with Calhoun relatives and Langdon Cheves among its members as Whigs organize across the state, while rumors suggest South Carolina’s electoral votes may or may not affect the national outcome. Mississippi’s legislature has elected Jesse Sturcut to a six year U.S. Senate term starting March next. Also notes on Eisner Melnvain's curancy issued in Gambier and available for purchase at post offices and book stores for 12½ cents.
Reports indicate the Senate rejected Isaac Tut as Chief of Provisions and Clothing for the Navy and likely opposed James M. Porran for Secretary of the Navy. Telegrams note Locofoco leaders are losing influence in the Legislature as Whig candidates gain support. Other items include anticipated Clarke era politics and a dubious cancer remedy claim from De Soto.
A shortened fragment notes a person named Adwy conducting an experiment on resistances within his own family, reporting complex success. The text offers limited context and details, but implies a practical or scientific endeavor yielding notable results within familiar relations.
Fragmentary notes describe the Britannia reaching Boston after a lengthy voyage as European papers harangue the U S President over Texas annexation and potential war with Mexico. The piece shifts to Ohio politics with secret meetings among Medary, Tad, and hard money factions, predicting Democratic power battles and warnings to Governor Shannon.
The Jacobian Club criticizes the upcoming presidential contest as a struggle not over principles but over a permanent, dictating power led by Van Buren. The Madigonian calls the group behind him the most degraded political prostitutes since the Reign of Terror and threatens to torch its printing establishment rather than support their pretensions.
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