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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1843
Page
2
The passage extols Spartan soldiers who endure hardship and danger, respect the aged, and love their country. It argues discipline conquers neighbors and grants power in Greece, urging readers to imitate the Spartan Lawgiver, practice rigidity, shun minor faults, be virtuous, and love both neighbor and God to attain goodness and eminence on earth and in heaven.
The piece attacks Van Buren supporters and deflects accusations of fraud in the 1840 election. It defends the People’s verdict, recalls scenes of celebration and mob action, and argues the Whigs won fairly with broad, informed public support. It cites rhetoric about Log Cabins and Hard Cider while praising the 145,000 vote margin for Harrison.
The New York Tribune notes a local firm, Lee & Brewster, expanding in Pearl Street to supply American printed cottons. Printers claim superior quality versus foreign prints, with 100000 pieces or 3300000 yards weekly. Export markets include China and a shipment to Maghind. warehouse stock nears 20000 patterns.
The editorial questions whether the Locofocos support any banking system or seek to abolish all banks. It contrasts hard money and paper currency positions across the party, cites Knox county and Experiment resolutions against exclusive charters, and critiques Locofoco leadership for chasing unreal promises while Ohio’s banking system declines. It notes the push for sound banks balanced with fears of monopolies and urges clarity in public finance stance.
The New Orleans Tropic reports a decisive Whig rout in the Louisiana election. Governor White loses in the second district, with Whig majorities around fifteen hundred votes, rivaling Harrison’s 1810 margins. In the fourth district John Moore falls behind by four to five hundred votes amid party activity and supporter apathy. Jons Q. Anas visits Saratoga Springs, his first trip there and the farthest west he has traveled.
The piece blasts Benton Van Buren and Twenty two despotic governments, arguing the Inter has failed to deliver and predicting no banking system will be adopted by the Ohio Locofoco party. It accuses them of planning to abolish bank paper despite professed denials.
The Sandusky Clarion essay on cheap postage urges readers to petition Congress for reform. It notes the unequal burdens on letters versus government materials and cites a failed bill to cut rates. The piece calls for nationwide agitation by all classes to relieve this taxation.
Governor Shannon announces two public land sales by auction. On September 4 at Perrysburg Land Office lands in Wood and Lucas counties, ceded for the Wabash and Erie Canal, will be offered in 40 acre lots at not less than appraised value about two dollars fifty cents per acre. On September 18 at Lima Land Office the remaining lands in Williams Henry and Paulding counties, also for the canal, will be disposed to highest bidders.
Fifteen days after leaving England the Caledonia brings news via the Boston daily Mail and Buffalo Commercial. Wales had serious unrest suppressed before departure. At Oxford Mr. Everett received an honorary Doctor of Dists degree and was insulted by undergraduates for being a Unitarian preacher. Several rioters were punished, with sentences of five, three and one years imposed on different individuals.
The article recounts Whig arguments praising the protective tariff for national prosperity and urges continuation or restoration of tariff protections while contrasting claims of price stability. It also reports a Hydrophobia bulletin from Schoharie, noting mad dog bites and copper treatment as antidote, with signs of patient recovery.
The Norwalk Boarding School for Young Ladies showcases a notable term end with strong student progress in physiology chemistry geology algebra and arithmetic. An uplifting evening program featured fine compositions and music as scores of patrons praised the conductor’s plans to open a “yin boat” for growth, urging liberal patronage to elevate the school’s regional impact.
In the Saniasky Clarion editorial, the author urges a single penny rate for all letters, arguing the English model proves success and that cheap postage would benefit commerce and social ties. The piece calls for widespread petitions to Congress and for editors and businessmen to promote the campaign.
An unclear note asks which general benefit lies in advancing a scheme in Workington. The fragment mentions BNADGE and Behe MN and seeks clarification on the intended beneficiary or outcome of supporting the project.
An anecdote from New York to Boston recalls a kind umbrella gesture on a rainy day, followed by a note of gratitude from Delaware Street and Elm. The item closes with a brief obituary sketch of John Holmes of Maine, highlighting his long service in Massachusetts politics, Congress, and the U.S. Senate, and noting his death in Portland after a career marked by zeal and humor.
The article notes wool prices rising from 28 to 32 cents, with buyers at 35, suggesting savings may boost woolgrowers' income if tariff protection persists. It mentions a potential continued rise as markets improve and references a Shy note on tariff impact and industry optimism. It also covers The Last of the Indians and a delegation from the Wryandatti tribe visiting Ohio, with Governor assurances and future speeches. The piece mentions the shoe business improving, wages, and general economic optimism, plus a brief note on voting law and election safeguards.
Norwalk Seminary announces the next term beginning Thursday with an emphasis on Anges next quarter. Prices range from three to five dollars centi o dollars P in advance. Private rooms available. E. Thomson urges attendance of commenters and guardians. July 24, 1813.
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