Henry Clay to Chamberstown Clay Club 1843 letter
Henry Clay writes to the Clay Club of Chambersburg acknowledging their formation and seeking consent for a Whig presidential bid while voicing critique of the current administration. He reflects on public policy, urges unity, and foresees a hopeful constitutional-led remedy through the ballot box. He commends the club’s civic spirit and pledges to consider the nomination amidst pressures and public sentiment.
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Shining Locoface critique on political salaries and parties
The Providence Chronicle argues about Mr. Va Buron and his alleged presidential prospects. It lists amounts paid to him for various public service roles totaling 176,000, then cites Charleston Mercury and Augusta Age on politics. It notes Tocofaca and Whig representation in Illinois and Missouri, suggesting party rot and unequal representation.
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From the Nenia Torchlight The Pending Election
A long opinion piece discusses quarrels among the Laccofocos precints over candidate selection for the pending election. It argues the Whigs' decline due to John Tyler and calls for unity against Locofocos who seek to undermine the tariff and hard money system. The piece warns Whigs to resist factional manipulation and vote for principled candidates.
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