Does Protection Increase Prices The Oswego Commercial Herald
An article argues protection raises consumer costs, cites coal price trends, and notes past free trade claims have failed. It compares Liverpool and American coal prices, reviews price shifts under duty, and challenges the assertion that duties simply tax the consumer, urging reliance on experience over theory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oswego Commercial Herald
Amedeen Tadderry
Friends of Protection
Atlantic
Liverpool
New York
Wade
Wakefield
Sanconiatho
Manetho
England
Bishop Berkeley
Dr. Johnson
Dissolving Theories Through Senses And Reason
The passage argues that relying on sensory evidence dissolves illusion in theories often entertained by learned authorities. It urges open-minded scrutiny to reveal the limits of speculative thought and to strengthen empirical understanding.
National Convention sparks partisan clash over Van Buren influence
In the Albany Journal the debate centers on the Van Buren faction and district delegations. The piece cites Virginia as the mother of statesmen and argues opposition to Van Buren’s designs, warning that the Country risks ruin from his and Tyler’s circle.
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Albany Journal
National Convention
van Buren
Virginia
Republic
Tylerisin
Curious Developments in Tyler Era Public Service
A Washington correspondent reports widespread corruption linked to President Tyler's circle. Officers allegedly pay blackmail to secure or retain posts, while new profiteers exploit ties to the President and his allies. The piece cites Tyler mass meetings used to push favoritism and moneyed influence for offices from Postmaster to Lighthouse keeper. It notes exposed officials near Philadelphia and predicts more disclosures, with a tone of rising nationwide treachery. Also cited is word that slavery ends in Malacca, Singapore, and Penang, freeing 12,000,000 under British action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Tyler
John Jones
Washington
U. S. Gqaxette
Tyler
Custom House
Adiser
Philadelphia
John Pyler
The Return of Confidence and the Tariff's Rise
The article argues that tariff-driven prosperity has drawn gold and silver to the US, with Ohio stocks quoted near 88 in New York. It criticizes the Locofocos for destroying banks and warns of limited credit without a State Bank. It urges timely Whig organization in the Twenty-Fast Congressional District and unity to secure a suitable candidate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
New York
Atlantic Sea Board
Flyria Advertiser
Huron
Burt
Whig Rally in Twenty First District Urges Early Campaign
The article urges Whigs in Lorain Medina Turon and Erie to unite and fight for principles, presses for early organization in Harrison and Rosa counties, and names Gen. Joseph Vance as a probable candidate replacing Gen. Mason. A Bainbridge meeting vows to rally despite gerrymandered district and odds, urging every member to vote and act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twenty First
Lorain
Medina
Turon
Erie
Friends of Right
Universal Justice and Liberty
Harrison
Cavarissinis
Miami
Clark
Logan
Madison
Chanpaign
Union
Joseph Vance
Mason
Rosa
Bainbridge
Altho
Canvass Views Sought by District Whigs
The letter urges Whigs in the district to begin canvassing and asks for opinions from allies in Huron Brig and Medina Blyne Advertiser. It calls for coordinated action on an important subject and seeks input from neighboring counties to align efforts.
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Armin
Tor
Huron
Brig
Medina
Blyne Advertiser
Tyler and the Democratic Party Reach Cold Shoulder
A Civil War era portrait portrays Captain Tyler courting the Democrats while his supporters notice a growing distance. The piece cites Locofoco frustration and mocks patronage bargains as The New York Evening Post doubts Tyler’s renomination prospects under Democratic pressure.
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Tylerissi
Democratic Party
Capt. T
Tyler
Locofoco
Tyter
Old School Republican
New York Evening Post
United States
Post
Official Robbery and Loot in Treasury Notes Trail
A New Orleans package worth 980,000 in Treasury Notes allegedly never left the port. An agent traces the theft to the city, with a Treasury clerk stealing five hundred dollar orders sent to a Baltimore woman. The clerk is jailed on bail. Suspects Breedlove, Jewell, and Reine arrested. deputy marshal pursues to New Orleans for trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
New Orleans
Department
Washington
Treasury Department
Baltimore
Swartwout
Locos face slow path to nominating convention
The New York Evening Post notes no nomination before May as Tariff debate heats the 1840s political field. Van Buren factions resist, Calhoun supporters gain momentum, and Tariff remains a dominant issue for the next Congress. Locos may rally to support Nullifiers in the coming campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Evening Post
Calhoun
Pacificus II on Fugitive Slave Law and Northern Rights
The Western Reserve Chronicle essay, published here by request, analyzes legal duties of free states regarding fugitive slaves and the immediate rights of masters and slaves upon reaching soil. Drawing on the Constitution and high court rulings, the author argues positions to inform northern readers without pledging endorsement of other topics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Reserve Chronicle
Free States
United States
Northern and
Frees States
Tariff debate and ad critique of British goods
A historical ad backed tirade attacks the Tariff as ruinous to farmers and workers. It promotes Locofoco policy, urges reinstating free trade, and mocks whigs for high tariffs, claiming British looms offer cheaper goods despite higher costs, urging dawn of tariff repeal.
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Tarif
Daly
Musling
Virginia election shifts power between Whigs and Locofocos
Virginia politics show three Locofoco gains and twelve Whig wins amid alleged poll fraud. In districts one five and six Locofoco candidates lead or win narrowly, with votes questioned and polls reportedly kept open. Legislature remains closely balanced as public frustration with Gerrymander grows and Whigs gain momentum against Locofoco influence. The piece critiques the Locofoco press and the village Experiment at Lower Sandusky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia
Locofocos
Locofoco
Atkinson
Gilmer
L. F
John W. Jones
Mr. Botts
Jones
Public praise for Tyler and Horehound Candy endorsement
A semi official New York Aurora notice defends President Tyler's private character while noting his support for Pease and Son Horehound Candy. The piece, echoing old political rhetoric, calls the confection one of the greatest inventions of modern times and cites posterity approvingly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Tyler
New York Aurora
Tyler
Pease & Son
Division Street
Guard-Changes Include Cushing Appointments and Shifts
Caleb Cushing is named minister to China with John Tyler Jr as private secretary. AM T Hunter is expected as Secretary of State, D Mallory to Constantinople, and Webster’s seat filled temporarily by Attorney General Legate. Dr Martin restored as chief clerk after a prior removal for an attack on Webster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caleb Cushing
Tyler
China
John Tyler Jr
A M. T. Hunter
Congress
D. Mallory
Constantinople
Webster
Legate
Dr. Martin
State Department
Globe
Ohio State Journal Announces Editor’s Retirement
W W Smith retires from editorial management and will reside in Syracuse. The paper praises his courage and industry in the Whig ranks, noting battles with Medary Miller and company and wishing a suitable successor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio State Journal
W. W. Smith
Syracuse
Medary, Miller and Company
Brother Smith
Texas slavery influence sparks Texas inquiry and division
New Orleans papers report a sparked inquiry and division within Texas over slavery's impact on fortunes, prosperity, and happiness. They argue emancipation could raise land values, restore credit, and attract foreign support, while property owners fear economic shifts and political upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Texas
Unclear fragment hints at legal session in Ohio
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a superior court session in Ohio, names such as Mr Win and references to law, solicitors, and counsels. Details are unreadable but imply a legal controversy or settlement discussion.
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Ohio
Win
Maine
Wy Law and Solicitor
Nc Councelo
Coun
UN Ist Sphiny
Fey Ang Angery
Princetown Postmaster Change and World Notes
The article reports Wm. Stevens ousted as Princetown New Jersey postmaster and J. K. Mead installed in his stead with no charges filed. It notes a Great Western ship arrival, money supply in Britain, and English papers debating sea rights. It mentions the Queen’s confinement and birth of a daughter and rumors of broader royal lineage, plus Russia’s stance on Turkey via a Constantinople letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wmn. Stevens
Tyler
Princetown
N. J
J. K. Mead
Hin. A
New York
High Seas
Duke of Sussex
George 3d
O'Conner
Spain
Constantinople
Russia
Tukey
Richmond the Whig City of the Union declares loyalty
A Richmond writer asserts the city’s strong Whig influence and republican loyalty. He denounces rejected votes and attacks from The Enquirer, insists Richmond stands as the “whie city” steadfast in freedom, Republican principles, and pride despite local opposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Union
Enquirer
To Young Men. Reflector guidance on conversation and conduct
This piece urges young men to listen to elders, choose topics with care, and limit time in conversation. It warns against trivial or silly talk, testing wit, and eccentric behavior, advocating Sabbath propriety and respectful interaction with older figures. It ends noting a Universalists meeting in Sandusky City.
Weather record of 16 to 22 shows mixed skies
The wrap reports several days with cloudy periods and clear spells. It notes cool to pleasant conditions with partial cloudiness on multiple days and mentions a showery period.
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Cook
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Journal of Commerce
London
Committee of British’ and Foreign Anti-Slavery Society
Malacca
Singapore
Penang
Es Hk
Norwalk
Pacificus
Lower Sandusky
Hatch
Efihu
Job
Isell
Imon
United Sales
Uia
Association of Universalists
Sandusky City
Erie County
Martin Kellogg
Stending
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