Ohio Whigs clash with Locofocos over seating in legislature
In Columbus and Hamilton County debates intensify as Locofoco leaders demand resistance to law. Speakers condemn disruption and call for lawful seats while Dems defend representation, vow to stand firm against tyranny. The case of Clerk Roll sparks court tensions and party fault lines amid broader Ohio political strife.
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Mendey
Hamilton County
Cincinnati
Bresli Ir
Pitt
Arbat Ian
Flo
Lscofeco
Columbus
Georgetown Standard
Locofoco
Brown County
Hamilton
Ohio
Dorr
Rhode Island
United States
Cerebus
Finn
Law
Onber
Hart
General Assembly
Safin
Changes in the Post Office reflect Taylor era pledges
The article argues President Taylor is living up to pledges against proscription and aims to replace partisan appointees. It cites Post Office changes since March as evidence, noting thousands of offices and a minority of removals, while urging fair rotation, removal of partisan loyalists, and restoration where removals harmed governance. It contrasts Northern Whig and Locofoco stances on slavery.
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Polk
Eyler
Philadelphia
Locofoco
Post Office
Washington
North American
Pagadicky
Huren
T. Blewart
Sistec
Slaughter House
Stewart
North
Gen. Taylor
Democrat
Tey
Arfid
Free States
United States of America
Sandusky County
Ohio
Father Ritchie
Loveloco
Wilmot
Richland
Democratic Party
Knox
Olio
Congress
Taylor
Washington Union
Democratic Party of the Union
North Knowledges Hemself
Fitchville
Potomac
Baltimore Patriot
Gallagher
Lacofocos
Madalk
Cuas
Baroum
Montreal Annexation Move Sparks Partisan Split
The Montreal Annexationists formed an association at their January meeting. French speakers denounce English rule while English speakers advocate petitions and peaceful loyalty. Nine prov. journals back annexation. officials use patronage to curb the movement and punish Montreal supporters as Toronto gains favor. Military officers signed this address face removal from offices, leaving Montreal cavalry with one officer.
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Canada
Montreal
Toronto
Bunker Hill
Boston
Adjutant General of Militia
Montreel Cavalry
Susquehanna Bank and political fallout details
The article details accusations against Susquehanna Bank showing no assets besides 15000 in its notes, widespread circulation in multiple states, and arrest of Montrose ex-cashier T. P. St. John amid public outrage. It also covers New York state election results with Whig and Locofoco tallies, anti renters influence, and party realignments impacting future contests.
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Susquehanna Bank
Locofuco
Martin van Buren
Andrew Jackson
State Bank of Morris
Cincinnati
Wabash Canal
St. Louis
Montrose
Iris
Susiquehanna County
State Journal
Atrocities of Slavery and Southern Attitudes
A historical critique cites brutal acts linked to slavery, including a Missouri case where a slave was condemned for rape and murder, and executions for arson in Kentucky. It notes court actions in Richmond and Bowling Green and reports on a freedman claim to liberty challenged after two years in the city.
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Missouri
Richmond
Prial
Bowling Green
Richmond Times
William
Portuguese Exiles Reach Northern States After Madeira Persecution
The New York Tribune reports a wave of Protestant Portuguese refugees fleeing Madeira after a Catholic backlash and government action. About 1,200 followed Dr. Calla, with 600 to Trinidad and 150 remaining in Arinda, later arriving in New York and migrating to Illinois towns. Meals, wages, and church aid funded their settlement while Chicago received the first 280 group on the 3rd, 40 under 16 a year, with more to join from Trinidad soon.
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Madeira
Presbyterian Church
Calla
Trinidad
Arindad
New York
American and Foreign Christian Union
Jacksonville
Springfeld
Ilinois
Buffalo
Detroit
Chicago
N. Y. Tribune
Ravages of cholera linger on Mississippi and worldwide
The cholera menace returns as two New Orleans steamers arrive at St. Louis on the 15th carrying emigrants but barred from landings until inspection. Reports from India, New Granada, Cathagena, and the Magdalena River describe vast mortality, with towns emptied and widespread deaths.
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Mississippi
St. Louis
New Orleans
Vicksburgh
Asia
South America
Bombay
India
New Granada
Republic
Cathagena
Villanueva
Turbaco
San Estanislao
Magdalena River
Bank notes and canal closings spark N Y Locofoco rant
The Pennsylvanian accuses Bank of Chester County officers of refusing to redeem banknotes after a Philadelphia robbery of Dr Darlington, warning farmers to avoid such currency and handle foreign notes with gloves. The Canal Commissioners announce New York canals will close December 5.
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Bank of
Chester County
Pennsylvanian
Darlington
Philadelphia
Locofoco
N. Y. Canals
Canal Commissioners of
New York
Political maneuvers shape looming Speaker race in Congress
The Twenty First Congress nears session with Whigs vowing to back Winthrop as Speaker while Locos aim to block a Whig majority. Tribune tallies split, predicting a tense battle amid party rivalries and planned investigations into late Administration abuses.
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Twenty-First Congress
House
Senate
Chase
Ohio
Free Soil Independent
Hale
New Hampshire
Fo. Co
Maryland
U. S
Howard
Loco
N.Y. Tribune
Carolina
Georgia
Alabama
South Carolina
Loco Free Soil
KR. C. Winthrop
Boston
Tribune
Winthrop
Wentworth
Illinois
The
Chicago Democrat
Gen. Taylor
Clayton
Lawrence
England
Maine
Texas
Village sketches praise Dundee and telegraph link
The letter extols a Fox River village thirty six miles north of Chicago as a growing manufacturing and farming center. It notes future telegraph and railroad connections and urges investment by farmers mechanics and capitalists. It contrasts Dundee’s healthfulness and industries with prospects of wealth from cheap land and high wages.
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Kane Co
Alr
Fox River
Chicago
Mississippi
Galena
Dundee
California
M. B. HH
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M. Dillon
Pomare
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Wonolulu
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Commodore Jones
U.S
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Zack
Susavenanna Co. Pa
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Durance
Ehetiva
Albany
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Assembly
Washington Hunt
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Equal Rights
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Sullivan
Rensselaer
Schoharie
Pennsylvania
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St. Lawrence
Birney
Albany Journal
New York City
Common Council
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Rome
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United Democracy
N.Y
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Swisshelm
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Elyria Courier
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