Emmet and Emigration Politics in Irish Society Debate
A lengthy congressional appeal praises General Harrison and denounces Martin Van Buren in support of Irish emigrants. It cites Harrison’s acts for liberty, Van Buren’s opposition to emigration, and Rufus King’s role, urging Irish Americans to judge leaders by past deeds. An amusing Harrisburg anecdote follows along with farmer cleanliness notes.
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General Harrison
Presidential Election The Public Good and Safety
Fragmentary text mentions Harricen Liberty civic duty public servants and the safety of the public. It references a presidential election context with emphasis on the general good and constitutional duties.
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Harricen
Liberty
Early Ohio Electors Named in Partisan Ticket List
A historical slate lists presidential and senatorial electors with names and counties across Ohio. Pairings include William Henry Harrison for president and Joan Tyler for vice president, plus district electors such as Alexander Mayhew, Henry Harter, Aurora Spafford, Joshua Collet, Abram Miley, and many others from multiple counties. The document presents a detailed roll of electors by district and county, reflecting the era’s electoral structure.
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FR Putnam
Washington County
Kealin Beall
Wayne County
Alex’r Mayhew
HamIlton Co
Henry Harter
Preble Co
Aurora Spafford
Woodee
Joshua Collet
Warren Co
Abram Miley
Clermont Co
Samuel F. Vinton
Gallia Co
John L. Vanmeter
Pike
Whigs Urge Rally Before the Final Battle
The Ohio Whigs call Democrats to keep united and rally on the 30th, warning that a victory for their opponents would intoxicate them and prevent future rally. They praise General Harrison, urge every Whig to stand firm, and condemn the current administration as corrupt and tyrannical.
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Ohio
Huron County
Harrison
Western Reserve
Old Huron
Harrison and Reform Tickets Distribution Advised
The notice urges Whigs in each town to obtain Harrison and Reform tickets from the office immediately to prevent frauds during the elections. It requests timely distribution to ensure the right tickets circulate in season.
Whigs of Huron County Urge Final Rally Before Vote
In Ridgefield and towns across Huron County Whigs call for renewed effort to secure large majorities for Tippecanoe. They praise past gains, warn opponents, and urge Wakeman Townsend Clarksfield New London Norwalk Greenwich Fairfield Hartland Peru Norwich Richmond New Haven and others to mobilize for a decisive Friday vote.
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Ridgefield
Huron County
Tippecanoe
Lymi
van Buren
Ripley
Banner Township
Tippecanoe Club
Old Ridgefield
Clarksfield
Lyme
New London
Clarksfeld
Ruggles
Greenwich
Locos
Greenfield
Wakeman and
Townsend
Fairfield
Norwich
Sherman
Sheriaan
Abolitionist Tickets Used in Local Election Plot
The State Printer, defeated at Waterloo, seeks to win by aiding Abolitionists to vote a separate ticket to boost Van Buren electors. Several Locos in town and county reportedly peddling Abolition tickets as part of a larger scheme. Accuses opponents of smuggling Negro votes at Norwich on the 13th and mocks county reform advocates.
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van Buren
Norwalk
Fraud Warning on Whig Tickets Circulation
Fraud warning urges voters to check tickets for exact count of twenty one and exposes schemes by the Van Buren party. Citizens urged to expose spurious tickets by public stump announcements and vigilance at the polls.
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Ake
van Buren Party
Croghan Testimony on Harrison in the Sandusky defense
A dated letter from Croghan praises General Harrison and the Sandusky defense, noting allies Miller Scott Gaines Johnson and other old commanders corroborate his bravery and leadership while denouncing Allen and Steenrod as untrustworthy amid ongoing partisan accusations.
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Locofoco
Harrison
Sandusky
Miller
Scott
Gaines
Johnson
Loro
Tippecanoe
Allen
Steenrod
Van Burens justice and a harsh military sentence
Fragmented report covers a Court Martial involving Samon Livingston, harsh lash punishment, four year service ban, and dismissal with pay. contrasts with Elliott opposition. Includes advertisement for Dr Jayne’s Hair Tonic praised by Philadelphia editors and New York Morning Atlas.
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Weanti
Elliot
Samon Livingston
Ofj
Martin Vanlaxy
Presi- Baron
Dr. Jayne
Philadelphia
Union Generaity
Phildelphia
N.Y
Anas
Atlas
Hair Tonic Claims Rejuvenation For Thinning Hair
A historic advertisement touts Hair Tonic as a remedy for thin harsh hair and bald patches. It promises restoration of health within months and a valued cover for balding heads, claiming notable success for men seeking fuller hair.
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Alexander
Whigs Hold Narrow Lead in Theiten Counties in 1836 Returns
In the listed counties with no returns Mr Van Buren led by 4051 in 1836. The Whigs perform similarly this year, and the expected Whig majority in the popular vote of the Old Keystone State may grow. The Presidential election is scheduled for Friday next.
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van Buren
Keystone
Berks County Vote Split Hints at Ritner Defeat
The Pittsburgh Advocate reports Locofoco strength in Berks County, noting 5500 votes for Cer. Keim on the 13th, no opposition, and Ritner’s 1438 tally. It argues Keim leads by 5508 to Ritner’s 3214 and forecasts Berks will not deliver more than 300 votes beyond this majority on the 30th.
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Berks
Cer. Keim
Locofoco
Ritner
Gen
Keim
Berks County
Pittsburgh
New Jersey Victory After Congress Clash and State Wins
Glowing report hails New Jersey rebuke of federal actions. Jersey Blues gain council and assembly, with a large popular vote majority. Legislature to elect governor, U S senator, and judges. G D Wall to retire March 4. Gov Pennington praised by constituents. Five Whig Congress members ejected now vindicated. Dale mentioned.
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New Jersey
Jersey Blues
Council
Assembly
U.S
G. D. Wall
Pennington
Congress
Twattole
Air Dale
Georgia Returns From 55 Counties Reported in Augusta Chronicle
The Augusta Chronicle notes partial returns from 55 counties in Georgia for congressional votes. Reported totals show majorities around 38,000 in several counties such as Dawson Cooper Nisbet Colgall and Lumpkin while eight counties remain to be heard, likely reducing overall margins by about 800 votes.
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Augusta
Wais
Boars
Dawson
Cooper Nisbet
Colgall
Babersham
Black
Alford
Lumpkin Foster
Pooler
Warren
Campbell ‘King
Hillyer Gamble
Iverson Meriwether
Patterson
Appling
Baker
Chattooga
Dade
Emanel
Irwin
Union
Ware
Arkansas Vote Favours Tippecanoe Candidate
Brief note from Louisville Journal reports scarce Arkansas returns but strong belief that the Wits have chosen their Congressional candidate and that the state will support Tippecanoe decisively as an avalanche.
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Arkansas
Louisville Jour
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