19 Dec 1848
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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1848
Page
1
The excerpts describe intense reactions to the state election results turning against the Whigs. Telegraphic reports to Dayton papers show forty two House members qualified, reflecting Democrat and Free Soil gains. Editorials in the Statesman condemn the Revolution-hating Whig order and decorum critics, while asserting the expected backlash.
In a City controversy sparked by office seekers, a mob attempted to usurp the State House and drown the voice of the people. Mr Leiter maintained order as sworn members stood firm, deterring intimidation and boisterous conduct. Ten House seats remain unfilled, but sobriety is expected to restore lawful legislative function.
A portion of the ultra Whigs refused to be sworn in in the usual way. They escorted a President Judge to a corner to take the oath, then left amid loud disorder at night. The act aimed to secure a Clerk role by appointing a judge, not by member vote.
A Daytum Empire despatch reports no organized attack or action in the State Legislature. It notes Democrats in session, with two members sworn in and no cross party proposals or motions from either side during the period described.
The Senate opened with Fisher A. Blocksom in Columbiana county presiding as new senators were sworn. After seven failed ballots to elect a speaker, a recess was taken until tomorrow. Beaser of Trumbull received votes against Wing of Hamilton, with Swins 19 Beaver 15 and one blank. The House, led by B F Leuter of Stark, saw thirty-eight representatives sworn in while Whig members refused the oath. A disruptive mob attempt, aided by federal figures, interrupted proceedings, drawing sharp condemnation as disgraceful conduct and a reminder of constitutional limits. The session then organized with temporary leadership and chairs held by Blackcom in Columbiana.
Dec 4 184T the General Assembly convened in the chamber behind the attack where Senators were called to order by Hon Fisher A Mocheom. The article lists numerous senators elected on the 2d Tuesday in October and notes their oath of office administered by Alden Burchard of the Supreme Court, forming the new Senate body.
The Ohio House convened at 15 minutes to the hour with Speaker BLE leading. Members from numerous counties presented certificates and were sworn as Representatives amid crowd noise and confusion as the roll was called by districts and county lines.
The article outlines methods for salting and smoking hams and beef, noting juniper and beer in brine for Westphalia hams, and port wine based cures for regional Portuguese hams and sausages. Instructions include rubbing with spice mixtures, brushing with pyroligneous acid, drying, and smoking with birch and herbs, alongside stray historical notes on related meat products.
The readable fragments reference an evening scene and a duty to complete work. Mentions a place or event at a river or waterway and a person Wink. Aimed at finishing a prescribed task by a deadline. The text is garbled and lacks clear dates, names, or organizations.
In a multi ballot process the legislative chamber conducted repeated votes among candidates James S Ewing John F Beaver and a blank option. After several rounds including a sixth ballot and a recess the tally remained unchanged and no candidate secured a majority. A fourth to sixth count left the result as before with Ewing 17 Beaver 18 and blanks 1 35 votes found in box. voting continued into the following day.
The House, led by Mr. Leiter, attempted adjournment as days wore on with only thirty eight sworn representatives. Repeated calls for representatives from absent counties failed to restore a quorum, and a midday message from the American prompted discussion of Rebey’s collation before the call resumed. Two o'clock brought restored order as the session continued.
The Cincinnati Gazette reports ninety boats totaling 405 tons with value around 1,412,700 built at Cincinnati and nearby towns since December last. The note warns tariffs threaten the west’s agricultural interests and hints at broader prosperity beyond the current year.
The item reports Mr Slidell of New Orleans staking large sums on Ohio going to Cass and Butler, with bets across Cincinnati Louisville and New York. It also notes Gov Johnston visiting a Philadelphia theatre for a new play Love's Martyr by Et Mayne Reid, sitting with the author in view, and audience reactions including laughter at Daniel’s portrayal.
The report mocks Webster and praises Lawrence in a heated exchange. Members in the Taylar and Zachite groups react to tardy aid and speeches. The piece laments Webster's influence, criticizes his supporters, and humorously weighs the future of Abbott Lawrence's speeches against the current feud.
Correspondence reports Col Mason in California has sent an official account of extraordinary gold and quicksilver mines to the War Department. Navy officers reportedly relay similar accounts to the Navy Secretary. Flour costs soar to 3 dollars a barrel. Complete speculation on mine values and political implications swirl around Taylor’s administration and possible cabinet reshuffles.
The text describes a Seneca belief involving a maiden’s grave and a hidden token or charm that is released only after a long waiting period. It mentions a sequence of ritual actions, confinement of an object, and the idea that the rite must unfold until a final act at the grave.
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