Forgery Critique of a Whig Paper in 19th Century Debate
A harsh condemnation of a forged article in New York papers and a back-and-forth about Locofoco and Whig factions. The piece denounces alleged forgeries and perjury by legislative figures, arguing the deception aimed to mislead the public and defend party integrity amid constitutional disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ivy
Geoface Press
Marks
Greery
Loco Foco
Veomlémn Theimn
Mvalk Experiment
Richland R
New York American
Charles
Protection or open markets in the nation’s future
A 19th century letter or editorial fragment argues for protection against foreign monopolists and domestic reliance on European goods. It laments reduced school funds, accuses Whig and Locofoco factions, and urges Huron County voters to choose between protectionist policy and open competition, framing it as a fight for the country’s economic independence and educational foundations. It mentions Fuller and Atherton and references the O. S. Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Europe
Huron County
Amer
Sapetite
Plecharty
Johnson
Locofoco Party
Fuller
Atherton
Bank Reform Debate in Maro and Erie Counties
Citizens urge an end to Bank Reform as harmful to circulation. They note state notes fell from eight million to under one million, banks rendered unable to supply finance for trade, and call for a State Bank with branches and safety fund to restore sound currency and avert hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maro
Erie
Locofoco repeal vs protective tariff debate heats at polls
The article argues Locofoco leaders push repeal of the tariff while Whigs back protection to aid home industry and workers. It quotes Democratic and Locofoco figures predicting repeal, urging voters to support anti- tariff principles at the ballot box.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locofacos
Congress
Jas. J. Roosevelt
New York City
Eastman
Newampshire
Mosers Buchanan, Wright & Co
Reveau
Rergan
Thos. Ritchie
R.D. Davis
Tama Bree
Dillo
Albany Argus
Legislation Sparks Charges Over Education Fund Reduction
The Locofocos in the Legislature cut the education and instruction fund by fifty thousand dollars and rejected the share of public lands avails that could have funded schools colleges or relief from taxation. The Albany Journal notes party tensions and questions who controls the White House amid postmaster intrigue in Middletown Connecticut as Wilcox vs Starr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Journal
Ohio
O. S. Journal
Bezonian
Tyler
Bob
Wilcox
Middletown
Connecticut
Starr
Starrander
Union
White House
Albany Journal
Westward Whig prospects loom large in Dayton dispatch
A Dayton meeting reports bright Whig prospects across the Miami Valley with expected majorities in most counties, vows to topple Locofocoism, and cites Jeffersonian principles misaligned with modern free trade. The piece also notes criticisms of Van Buren supporters and references 1836 and 1840 political positions, urging unity for victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
Whig Party
Miami Valley
Corwin
U. S. Journal
Four Whig Gains for Ohio in Coming Legislature
The Oho News urges voters to back a Whig majority to secure a safe State Banking System as proposed by Corwin Olds and Hamer. It calls for fair apportionment of districts like 1832, electing an honest statesman over Samuel Medary as State Printer, and replacing Robert William Allen in the U.S. Senate. The piece argues these issues determine Ohio’s prosperity for years ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wmn
Murphy
Petticoat Allen
Sciota
Yo Mason Wa
Atcex
Ava
Columbus
Harrison
U. S. Senate
Springfield
Oho News
Ohio
Corwin
Olds and Hamer
Wm. Allen
U.S. Senate
Samuel Medary
Gen Scott letter on presidential prospects and Whig unity
The letter from Winfield Scott to a friend in Rossville discusses not seeking the presidency, opposing a duplicate Whig ticket, and supporting a regular national convention. He promises prayers for the party's success and notes Cray as the likely Whig nominee, with Scott as a potential candidate only if formally nominated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scor
Rossville
Scote
Washington
Dean
Pennsylvania Avenue
Sir
Winfield Scott
Goxerst Scott
The
Express
Harry Cray
Grrena Scorr
Henry Cray
Whig Song for Lyme and Ohio Whigs Fight for Freedom
The piece, written for the Clay Club of Lyme in October 1842, urges Whigs of Ohio to awaken and rally for their country. It calls for unity among workers and varied ages to oppose tyranny, defend liberty, and support Tom Corwin as a true American leader, ending with a call to strengthen forces for victory. The verses mention Lyme, Huron, and broader republican ideals with repeated refrains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clay Club
Lyme
Th. Wal
Ohio
Srouse
Tom Corwin
Acesta
Whigs Urge Voters to Back Protective Tariff and Sound Currency
The Ohio Repository calls for Whig voters to support a Protective Tariff, Tom Corwin, and a Sound Currency, opposing Free Trade and Bank Destruction. It warns the October election will determine whether voters have a Whig Legislature, good banks, and sound money or a Locofoco government with no banks or money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Tom Corwin
Wilson Shannon
Ohia Statesman
Eneland
Carrol Free Press
Liberty Party letter withdraws candidacy in Ohio
The Ohio State Journal reprints a Hamilton county letter from WM. Cary, stating he is not a candidate for any office. He condemns slave power and discriminatory laws, defends rights from the Declaration and Bill of Rights, and explains he will align with the Whig party for now to prevent ruin. The note carries a Sept. 12 Cincinnati dateline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
United States
Corwin
Tuscara
Statesman
Shannon
Wheeling
Commonwealth of Virginia
O.S. Jour
Ohio
Pokies
IOS
Canton
Hamilton County
Mt. Pleasant
Liberty Party
Ling
Eny
Cary
Whig Friends Weekly
Tylerites
Tyler
Columbus
Locotoco
Wilson Shannon
Lebanon
Deserting the four party to Henry Clay and Whig shift
The piece notes Cassedy Dickerson Jackson and others renounce Locofocoism for Henry Clay, praising a Protective Tariff and a National Bank, while Hunt joins the Whigs after renouncing the Locofocos. It urges Whig voters to vote for Governor Corwin, denounces the Locofoco and third party efforts, and defends Tariff gains against Free Trade claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Cassedy
Williamson County
Tenn
Mahlon Dickerson
Lockport
Ohio
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Halie
Kine
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Senate
Jessee
U. S. Sen
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Exyt
Ananias
Sam
N.Y
Tennes
Tribune
Jefferson
Tarif
Locofocos
Tocofoco Party
Thomas Jefferson
Calhoun
Tammany Society
Major Croghan
Gen
Scort
Jonas
Eaweep, &c
WHIGS
Ohio State Journal
Erie County
Earl Bill
Benjamin Cogswell
Abner Root
Philip R. Hopkins
Roswell J. Jennings
Republic
Jewsit & Thayer
Colling
Norwalk
J. W. Baell & CO
Pennfield & Sexton
Gw Rail Road
Monroeville
Sfarm
Levi Cole
S. Pennewell
Arsignes
Smith
Oet
Court of Common Pleas
Efuron County
State of Ohio
Court House
Hartland Township
W. W. Parker
Adams
C. Parker
Dee
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