27 Sep 1836
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Newspaper
Huron Reflector
Location
Norwalk, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1836
Page
1
The Washington Globe prints a harsh critique of the current currency system calling it insulting to the people’s understanding and honesty. It labels the specie circular as the operative method used to shield speculators and banks, urging a change in administration and leadership.
A Richland county Democratic gathering at Mr Saarr's Hotel, Mansfield, on Saturday the 10th, appointed Jabez Cook as chairman and A D W Bootey with Silas Stewart as secretaries. A fifteen member committee recommended candidates for Congress Jabez Wright and state offices including John Stewart and James Drennan, with Isaac Hoy as auditor and Alexander Barr as surveyor. Resolutions call for publishing the proceedings in the Richland Whig and regional papers Sandusky Clarion and Huron Reflector.
From the Lan caster Gazette and Mount Vernon Day Book, a Fairfield county gathering favors Gen. Harrison with vivid testimony from aging veterans. Soldiers recount battles with Wayne and Mad Anthony, praising Harrison as brave and loyal to the nation.
Voices responded to the statement of these venerable soldiers pledging confidence in and attachment to the bravery and patriotism of General Harrison.
Ohio Republican highlights Mr Ewing uncovering frauds in the General Post Office and Land Office, with near a million and unknown sums involved. It claims Bank of the United States money was redistributed to state banks, aiding land speculators under Van Buren influence, corrupting official patronage.
The speaker argues that though he has no proven misdeed, the party seeks to ruin him for exposing the dishonesty of its leaders to the American people. The tone emphasizes political confrontation and accountability.
Citizens decry public lands plunder and land-office schemes that favor office-holders and speculators. The critique cites closed offices, forced gold payments, and broker opportunities, with Judge Burnett recalling Harrison’s land reform to widen access and foster western independence.
War Club asserts that millions benefited from a measure secured by Harrison and urges the public to know his agency. The speaker promises to publish the speech in full to support Harrison's civil and military qualifications and services.
The toast from Hon. Duartes Fenton Mercer of Virginia honors Hon. Bellamy Storer at a Cincinnati barbecue. Mercer, oldest current member of Congress with roots tracing to Jefferson and Madison, recalls his Revolutionary father General Mercer and notes Mercer’s long congressional service. The toast extols Gen. William Henry Harrison as a model citizen and statesman who blends humility, vigor, and humanity.
The writer challenges friends of the Democrat candidate to explain what he has done for the country. They assert he is smart and Democratic but evade specifics. The piece contrasts with Harrison supporters who can answer and says Harrison backers are rich in material, while Van Buren supporters remain silent.
The Missouri Republican cites a case of public land speculation involving a congressman who allegedly earned fifty thousand dollars for guiding a land bill through. A second congressman, also a land speculator, reportedly refused the offered bonus as too barefaced. The editor of the Globe is urged to expose more details.
The New Berlin Star reports Harrison and Gran am gaining momentum in Pennsylvania with expectations of a large majority. It notes credible signs that the old hero will exceed 60 000 votes as true Jackson men switch to Harrison, including 75 Milton residents declaring for Tippecanoe.
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