Slavery Debate and Federal Party Tactics in Congress
The article surveys Congress actions amid the closing stages of the slavery debate and the Mexican War aftermath. It notes the Oregon Territorial Bill’s passage amid vexing amendments, describes Federal party attempts to thwart the Administration, and discusses Northern abolitionist and Southern positions, concluding the enduring impact is measured more by a lone bullet box than public policy.
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Congress
Federal Party
Sesson
New England
Olbert
Pedera
Suuiharna
Laos
The Loan Bill Passes in Congress Amid Turmoil
A fragmented report notes the loan bill passing in Congress amid partisan clashes. It mentions a mix of foes and supporters, with reference to Arkansas, Henry, and Whigs, and hints at vacancies and appointed duties affecting the administration and wartime policy.
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Tate
Arkansas
Wediam
Henry Clara
Fire and political turmoil roil Chilicothe amid arrests
Fragmented report details a fire in Chilicothe blamed on wartime unrest. It mentions Dr Mary W Parxesson of New Orleans charged with aiding Mexico and notes political maneuvers, candidate nominations, and public alarm over loyalty and government actions during the Mexican War era.
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New Orleans
Rhode Island
Paint Street
Hojlow’s
Harris
Edward WW. Leviton Avant
B. Cranston
Wan
Updike
Congress
Mexico
Orleans
Law and Order
Potecal
G Krown
Lcngi
van Doe Autvel
Miaico
Vut
Maeret
Scott
Anti Rent War Sparks Senate Fire In New York
In a heated debate over the Governor Young’s Message Senator Johnson accuses the governor of treachery and duplicity. He alleges letters to anti rent protesters pledging pardon for prisoners and land title quieting, while Federalists protest the omission of anti rent issues. The motion to refer the matter to Grievances passed amid factional anger.
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New York
Reuters
Pew Executive
Johnson
Governor Young
Wer
Adit Colties
Young
Porsen
Tuna
Mika Wald
Ohio Legislature Delayed Over Engrossment and Revisions
The Ohio Legislature reports stalled action on engrossment of a goof animation bill and related tax reforms. Senate votes 14 to 12 on a constitutional provision, with House debates and resolutions touching on representation and judicial revisions. The piece notes uncertainty on passage of a land issue and warns against expanding federal power, urging caution amid ongoing legislative wrangling.
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Metcall
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Gen Taylor Despatches Explain Santa Anna Attack
From the Washington Union accounts of Gen Taylor’s movements near Monteres and Montemorelos as he sought to reinforce Saltrto and interdict a Santa Anna strike. Reports detail joining forces with Twige and Worth, with Butler Wool and Buller moving to Saltillo and Monterey to protect Victoria and Parrass, amid rumors of a major Mexican push.
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Tastor
Monteres
Victoria
Montemorelos
Tennessee Regiment of Foot
Camar- 30
Vietmia
Worth
Saitilio
Seltilo
Wool
Parrass
Monterey
Saltrto
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Patterson
Twige
Butler
Pacras
Buller
Saltillo
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Woal
Colmada
Oie
Alist
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Waylor
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Vietempany
Alabama
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Pata
Cdvan
Fragmentary 1847 letter on land sale and policy vote
A rough 1847 missive discusses a House vote on reducing land prices and selling parcels at reduced appraised values. The letter references northern interests, nonresidents buying tracts, and concerns about speculation and safety, with a tone urging favorable policy and potential distribution of proceeds.
Repeal of the Black Laws Defeated in Legislature
The List introduced by Mr. Lewis of Portage to repeal the Black Laws and grant equal rights before justice was indefinitely postponed. Yeas included Merstin Cronise Edgerton Goddard Graham Harte Hopkins King Madeira Mackall Martin of Columbiana Reid Reem lehn Spindler Statson Thornhill Utter Wheeler Willford Wineegarner and Speaker, twenty. Nays 13: Nave Mesers Bean Beaver Coumbs Laton Echler Ford Hartings Johnson Lewis Martin of Fayette Parkine Welch Whiteon. Goddard Madeira and Statson voted with Democrats for postponement. Bebb's recommendation thus disposed of. Caleb Cushing elected Colonel of Massachusetts volunteers. Legislature expected to adjourn in one week. Cincinnati Market notes: Pot Ash 33.4.4, Beef 3 10 to 3 50, Hog 42 8 50, Clover Seed 3 50 to 8?8, Wheat 70 cents, Corn 23 to 25, Flour 8 40 to 10?3. Enquirer.
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Edgerton
Goddard
Graham
Harte
Hopkins
King
Madeira
Mackall
Martin of
Columbiana
Reid Reem
Lehn
Spindler
Statson
Thornhill
Utter
Wheeler
Willford
Wineegarner
Speaker
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Bean, Beaver
Coumbs Laton
Echler
Ford
Hartings Johnson
Lew ‘Is
Martin
Fayette
Parkine
Welch
Witeon
Messrs
Bebb
Cincinnati
Enquirer
Public sale of New Market town lots set for February 13
A public sale of town lots in the new town of New Market is planned for Saturday February 13 at 10 o clock in the morning. New Market sits on the southwest part of the northeast quarter of section 27 town 4 south range 7 east. Lots measure 66 feet by 132 feet with main street 66 feet wide. The plat shows connections to the West Prairie Road and the Port Jefferson Perrysburg turnpike. John R. Logan announces the sale in January 1847.
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