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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1844
Page
2
A fragmentary Washington debate centers on letters and testimony about the 1825 political maneuvers surrounding Henry Clay. Supporters attack charges of bargain and corruption, while Lafayette and other figures are cited to defend Clay. The lettered exchanges reveal partisan tensions and calls for justice amid garbled testimony and public accusations.
In the House, Louisiana representative Ta branche urged presenting resolutions in favor of immediate Texas annexation to New Orleans. A five-member select committee was proposed, a previous question motion carried 100 to 78. Duncan sought committee of the whole to advance Oregon bill. vote 84 to 59. The National Intelligencer notes a cautious trend on Texas and Oregon questions, with opposition to unilateral treaty violations and territorial seizures.
Poun, of the Missouri Reporter, quotes Sam Mudary deriding a political clique. He recalls a period eighteen months ago when Medary Co urged anti bank stances and the crowd denounced all who disagreed. The piece notes attempts by Medary and allies to force a hard money platform, backpedaling as public pressure rose, and accuses Medary of treachery to democracy while criticizing a statesman’s coverage.
The editor is accused of misunderstanding Missouri controversy and lacking competency to define party principles. The piece claims the Olio Statesman lacks decent argumentative writing, attributing strong fault to the editor and praising past contributors instead.
A partisan screed accusing Henry Clay opponents of bloodthirsty campaigns and dueling hints, with Benton and Jackson referenced. It cites letters and affidavits, Greek fire against Whigs, and a Baltimore American note on treasury resignations and secret Navy spending tied to a Texas expedition. The piece also mocks Locofoco tactics, calling them progressive democracy.
The fire began in a carpenter shop at Franklin and Jackson, a water shortage fed the blaze as it swept along Jackson Street through Treme and Marais, destroying about 2410 houses with an estimated loss of 500000 dollars. Dozens of families were left homeless, hospitals faced danger, and relief efforts gathered quickly through local meetings and clothing depots. A young white girl reportedly perished in the flames on Jackson Street.
Mr. Clay frames his last Wilmington address to praise the Whig principles while urging allegiance beyond party lines. He asserts that both Democrats and Whigs share a patriotic motive and that national prosperity comes from unity over party labels.
The American invention for making hide articles has cut the price flow from 31.50 grosa to 20 cents. In New Britain Connecticut one establishment produces 80 000 to 100 000 pairs daily, plated by a galvanic battery or the cold silver process. The value of this article consumed in the United States is said to be 750 000 dollars annually.
The Locofoco National Convention in Baltimore on May 27 to May 28 debated rules and ballots. Reports suggest Cass led on the final ballots, with Van Buren and Johnson fading, while two thirds rule adoption shaped potential nomination outcomes amid protests from Ohio.
Correspondents report intense near riot as ballots in the Tih convention suspend amid cries for Van Buren and Jackson. Ohio's Miller moves to declare Van Buren winner on first ballot while Hickman of Penn proposes Jackson. Western members threaten leaving as the convention wrestles with a two thirds rule and possible break up. A second NY Commercial edition cites Van Buren at 88 votes and a rowdy scene as Ohio delegates reportedly withdraw from the convention.
The Tyler convention at Baltimore chose J. W. White of Conn as president and nominated John Tyler for president amid disputes over order. It adjourned until Tuesday to form a committee to liaise with the Tyler Central Committee in Washington to select a vice presidential candidate, reporting in July. The Globe notes a Yankee guess that Robert Tyler could be nominated for vice president.
The New Whig papers Buckeye Whig of Marion led by S A Griswold with I P Wallace and the Miami of Lake Erie at Perrysburg edited by OW B P Reznor promise strong Whig support. The Ashtabula Sentinel returns in a new dress, urged for Whig backing. The Senate rejects Wm S Murphy as Charge dAffaires to Texas over Tyler annexation schemes. A New York Sun note cites big subscriptions to the New York to Buffalo rail line, promising work and a widening Westward connection. Also highlighted are tariff era claims on imperial imports and American wool demand, with emphasis on Whig policy effects.
Advices from Central America report an allied force surrounding Guatemala City. A convention led to a new government council to reshape the constitution, dissolve the assembly, bar ecclesiastics from public office, and reduce salaries. A tariff plan targets imported goods available locally.
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