Tariff Faith and Political Will in the Nation
A Cincinnati Gazette excerpt argues the tariff boosts U S industry from New York to New England and asks if political foes like Calhoun and Ritchie will repeal it. It warns against faction and urges unity for national prosperity amid debates on nullification and the Compromise Act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calhoun
Ritchie
Messrs
Buchanan
Wright
Buchanan, Sturgeon
Williams
South
Department of Business and Industry
Ohio
Cincinnati Gazette
Tariff Act sparks jobs rebound and interstate politics
The Tariff Act's effects reach Massachusetts shoemakers returning home to regain work under the new tariff protections. The Old School Republican laments Clay’s Dayton meeting in Ohio, arguing it breaches state rights, while recalling John Tyler’s 1810 Columbus address to question consistency in 1842 1846 political clashes.
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Massachusetts
Portland
Ohio
Clay
Dayton
John Tyler
Od Virginna
Columbus
Carrll Free Preas
The Locofocos Debate on Government and Democracy
A letter from the Akron Beacon mentions a Locofoco meeting where a speaker claimed Tom Paine founded democracy. The exchange centers on whether the real issue is government by the people or opposition to the Tin Pan argument, with religious citizens noting the discussion’s importance.
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Journal
Tom Paine
The
Akron Beacon
Whigs Call For County Unity In Crucial Election
Whigs of Huron County urge a turnout for the state and county officer election on Tuesday the 11th. The piece argues the vote will decide banking policy recharter norms congressional apportionment and Senate control with references to Byington and Perlieaut M. Len and Sam Medady as pivotal figures. It warns Locofocos plan to push their slate and calls Whigs to vote to secure a five hundred margin.
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Huron County
Benton, Calhoun, & Co
Ohio
Byington
Perlieaut
Harrison
Senate
United States
Sam Medady
General Assembly
Turen County
State Senate
Locofoco
Whigs Call for United Rally in Huron County Election
A call to WIGS to stand together and vote as a solid column in every township on Tuesday. The speech urges unity to secure a strong ticket and a glorious victory in Old Huron, promising safety for the fall election.
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Old Huron
Wheeling Times backs Whig resignations after sober review
The Wheeling Times, initially condemning Whig resignations in the late extra legislative session, now endorses them after comparing proposed gerrymandered congressional districts to population. It states the alternative aligns with public will and common sense, noting only one Whig paper, the New York American, supports the Whigs.
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Wheeling Times
2Eperiment
the Times
Ohio
Rufus King
Whig Election Tickets Printed and Ready for Delivery
Our Whig friends in townships without Election Tickets are urged to send for them without delay. Tickets are printed and ready for delivery.
Same Old Coon Rumor Denied by Local Paper
A local critique bursts at rumors about Governor Corwin traveling with a live coon. The author calls the Experiments editors liars and ignorant, stating there is no truth in the tale. They also note a canvas wagon cover story was misattributed to Gov. Corwin and was removed without his involvement.
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Corwin
Day ton Whig Delegates Rally in Dayton Record Crowd
Delegates from Dayton report the Whig gathering in Dayton on the 29th as the largest ever seen in the state. Ohio State Journal notes near one hundred thousand attendees, with speeches by Cuay Andrews and Crittenden on currency, industry, wages, and policy. Gov. Corwin spoke briefly before a rain shower interrupted further proceedings as Ewing addressed vast crowds and the city stayed alight with ardor and polemics.
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Dayton
Ohio State Journal
Cuay
Mrc
Andrews
Congress
Crittenden
Gov. Corwin
Ewing
Locofooco Expenses and Party Accountability
A fragment from the journal argues that expenses listed as Lo cos charges were incurred by their own party before a Mix tra Session and not by the Whigs. It flags major election issues including government by the people versus Tin Pan, fair apportionment versus Gerrymander, and Whig versus locofoco legislatures with banks and money stakes.
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Harrison
U. S
Petticoat Allen
Governors Campaign Excounter At Hancock County Meeting
A report notes a gubernatorial encounter in Hancock County where Gov. Corwin, ex-Gov. Shannon, Cicn. Sea, and Taylor of Licking County spoke to the same audience. Regulated plan called for 1.5 hours for Corwin, 2 hours for Shannon, then 0.5 hours for Sea and Taylor. Buffalo Taylor spoke three hours, largely attacking Gay Corwin, drawing the crowd into extended proceedings that lasted until 11 PM.
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Inlay
Hancock Co
Corwin
Shannon
Sandusky
Prospects for Whigs in the Ohio State House and Senate
The article lays out Whig hopes for the Ohio General Assembly, estimating district by district gains in the House and Senate. It predicts a Whig majority with 44 seats in the House if efforts succeed, notes favorable Senate outcomes limited by 1839 40 apportionment, and highlights key districts like Trumbull Hamilton and Butler as pivotal. It stresses vigilant effort and cautions against false confidence.
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Tol
Trumbull
Jefferson
Carroll
Belmont
Ross
Hocking
Pike
Jackson
Locofocos
Hamilton
Lucas
People’s
Licking Co
Butler County
McNalty
Senate
Wade
Ashtabula
Vord
Geau
Stanton
Logan
Henderson
Muskingum
Poos
Clinton
van Vorhes
Athens
Nash
Gallia
Dewey
Harrison
Butler
Licking
Do the work then Whigs and push on your column
A partisan call urging Whig supporters to intensify efforts ahead of the election. The article emphasizes ensuring Corwin’s re election by a substantial margin and securing a strong legislature to advance public measures. The tone urges energetic campaigning and unity, with a focus on maximizing majority support.
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Corwin
Journal
Locofoco Sentiments Spark Public Indignation in Ohio
The Sidney Aurora roasts Loco foco leaders for alleged acts of deceit and assault on public morals. It cites insults to religious communities, drunken street culture, and calls for restraint while criticizing political rhetoric backing treason and bank charter opposition. The piece argues voters won’t be cowed by such language.
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Sidney Aurora
Locofoco
Statesman
Ohio Statesman
Ohio
The Post Office Gag and Political Shifts
The Commercial Advertiser reports a letter from the Post Master General warning against criticizing the administration. The piece criticizes Mr Fyler and post office officials, alleging suppression of free speech and reckless partisan behavior. It notes Mr Johnson’s Pennsylvania trip and comments on Van Buren’s potential nomination and fate within his party.
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Washington
Roberts
Maryland
Harrisburg
N. Y
Col
Johnson
Pennsylvania
van Buren
Benton
Calhoun
Buchanan
Mr van Buren
Jon
Jour
Controversy Over Whig Party Appeal Stirs Local Press
A heated letter to the editor condemns an appeal to the Religious Whig faction urging votes against Whig candidates. It accuses Locofoco leaders of rowdism and hypocrisy while defending Elder John H. Power and rebuking J. McNulty and John Kershaw for libelous conduct and attempts to corrupt church morals by politics.
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Whig
Locofoco
J. McNulty
Court of Justice
John H. Power
C.J. McNulty
Elder Power
J. Derbrawler
John Kershaw
Wool protection sparks party clash in tariff debate
Mid 1840s articles note Whigs pushing to raise wool duties while Locofocos resist. Roosevelt of New York backs cuts, other lawmakers oppose any protection for wool. The piece cites votes and aligns with a broader 1844 political portrait, including a Boston to Cincinnati passenger vote and emigration price notes.
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Ari Whies
Fillmore
N.Y
Slade
Vermont
Arnold
Tennessee
Briggs
Massachusetts
Jeverett
Fall
Mason
Ohio
Cushing
Mags
Zylerite
Brown
Pennsylvania
Myr Johnson
Smith
Virginia
Roosevelt
New York
House
N. Y
Moimler
Locofoco
Burke
New Hampshire
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