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Massachusetts Whigs Triumph in State Elections
The Massachusetts results show a Whig plurality across counties with Governor Briggs leading, Whigs winning a large share of Senate seats and a strong House majority. The piece notes numerous vacancies, predicts Whig control of the legislature, and urges a short session to push policy, warning against new issues and urging rapid adjournment. It also references New York and tariff debates affecting local sentiment.
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