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Newspaper
Lancaster Gazette
Location
Lancaster, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1848
Page
2
Reports describe a serious insurrection in Madrid where the uprising appeared difficult to suppress. The conflict influenced the repeal movement and governance, with uncertain outcomes and varying military actions across Denmark and Rome, alongside coverage of other European skirmishes and political shifts.
The Lancaster Ensette reports on General Seabury Ford of Geauga County and his public reception. It notes a crowded procession, the General’s frail health, and hopes he regains vigor. Also critiqued are letters from Mexico and a Walnut Township correspondent’s political framing.
A reader's note references a paper certificate by Dr. Chamberlain slandering Jumon B. Milliken and involving Col. Well ler. Milliken will reply soon while the paper notes one of the laudations. The letter quotes Col. Weller urging his charger with a shouted warning about black rascals and Carmel-Coward. The Doctor allegedly omits that these remarks were spoken during a retreat.
The Athens Messenger reports arrangements for the reopening and inauguration of Ohio University with Rev. Aveneo Ryons as President and Mathematics Professor, Wm. W. Maraga as Vice President and Natural Science Professor, Rev. Aaron Whlliams Languages Professor, Janes M. Sarrono Assistant Natural Science, and Wm. J. Hoae Assistant Mathematics. The President’s inauguration is set for the first Wednesday in August, the usual time of commencement.
In reply to the Eagle's bid to publish Secretary Marcy and Gen. Scott letters, we refuse to crown our columns with content readers would skip though we may later invite the Eagle to publish a letter within our pages. The discussion remains open and the editors note the timing and logistics of submission.
The piece analyzes divisions over Cass and Locofocos in New York, Florida, Alabama, and South Carolina, noting New York’s opposition, South Carolina’s lack of delegation, and Alabama and Florida doubts. It predicts a Whig win if party unity holds, urges active campaigning, and cites internal tensions at the convention. It also mentions General Scott and Mormon troubles, concluding with editor debates and calls for inquiry.
Kentuckians resist slave territory expansion with strong, abolitionist sentiment. In Maysville Ann Taylor meeting a speaker criticized extending slavery and a Whig delegate echoed opposition to acquiring more slave territory. The crowd praised the stand as true friendship of freedom. May strong hands and stout hearts carry them on ward.
A republican voice asserts that evidence from the Locatreo presidential candidate condemns mob rule and revolutionists as tyranny. The piece cites editor mother of the New Orleans Delta and warns against unlawful means overriding constitutional processes. It notes Gen Worth’s charges against Gen Seat reportedly withdrawn, suggesting court proceedings will be quashed.
Hexne Reno Jr of Maumee City has become permanently connected with the editorial department of the Ohio State Journal since the start of the month and will soon assume a position among the editors. The publication notes its appreciation of his tone and style.
The piece outlines a New York delegation compromise at a party convention, with Barnburners and Hunkers withdrawing and Cass being nominated for president on the fourth ballot. It notes Butler as vice president nominee, Cass’s Senate seat, and Butler’s army command in Mexico, alongside critique of Polk and opposition figures and discussions of Oregon, slavery, and related political maneuvers.
Frank Rust a Boone county Ky slave trader brought three bought slaves to Covington and lodged them in the jail. The husband wife and child were found with their throats cut after the wife and child died attempting to resist southern bondage. The husband survived unable to speak. The incident contrasted with earlier church and political notes and a celebration by Old Fellows in Pleasantville.
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