Warletters from Buena Vista reveal Ohio regiments urge new unit
Correspondence from Camp Buena Vista dated April 1847 reports Morgan and Carte’s Ohio regiments praised as fine troops. Generals Wool and Taylor emphasize discipline and continued service, noting seven regiments and volunteers await future orders. Letters describe mail delays, prisoner reports, and expectations of further action in Mexico.
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Buena Viste
Monterey
Fiete Ysary
Co. Morgan
Buena Vista
Noarakenter
Ramos
Camp Buena Vista
Arres
Camargo
Congress
Ohio
Col. Morgan
Col. Carte
Wool
Trea
Fania
Cersivo
Sheas
Captan Luthem
Columbus
Brake
Alpin
Handcucker
Capt. Resnold
Fleming
Sifert
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Caldereta
Doctor
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Taytoria
Walnut Springs
Mucterey
1St
Momterey
Pirgon
Plessen
Chtephya
Bean Quanrens
Invanoa
Col
Vera Cruz
la Vega
Monterey Et Cen
Taylor
Washington City
Siomor
Vsth Infantry
Cory
Quanrans
Buenas Vista
Scott
Talor
Buena Viera
Chihuahua
Mexco
Tassor
Woot
TROSPEERITY OF Or Totes and Taxes
The State Journal notes tolls on the Ohio Canals for the first six months of the current financial year, comparing them with last year’s totals of 167,292 and 212,792 dollars. A commentary on the federal party’s desert wastes of water panic is cited as a Whig attack on free trade, while Democratic regulation for cultivators and others is defended.
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State Journal
Ohwo
Oro State Journal
Federal Party
Mlack
Statesman
Flauen
Sialeamume
Menneylvania
Ibe
Ohio
Virginia Congress Election Tie Report Exposed
A Virginia election dispute turns on a tied result and disputed certificates. The reporter claims a Federalist influence and fraud allegations linked to sheriff actions, with Bocock winning by a small margin and the outcome potentially altering the presidential vote if decided by the House.
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Virginia
Freud
Docork
Cong
Washington Cay
Dromgoole
House of Representatives
Elaine
Virgins
Wheat Crop Prospects in Allen County Report
A rural survey in Allen County finds expected wheat yields near average though some districts show thinning and red-ribbon issues early season. Recent rains improved outlook while local politics reflect disputes between Federal leaders and Democrats, with calls for party unity and harmony.
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Allen County
Formeavon
Ocean steamship line to Bremen from New York
The first steamship of this kind will soon be ready for the run, sailing to Cowes and Southampton, Ireland, Havre, and Brest before proceeding to Bremen. Postage rates apply for letters and packages, with some pre paid to New York, and the Havreling of ocean steamers noted.
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Rinne
Cowes
Ampton
Lagilend
Havresn
Bremen
Ace
Folloes
Heemen
Uuica
New York
Loco Foco Ruin and the Retrenchment Debate in Pennsylvania
The article argues that despite the People’s Tariff, U S manufacturing expands with over twenty million invested, defying Federalist fears of English competition. It notes rising wages, solid overall prosperity, and widespread business activity, while criticizing state salary cuts and political appointments. It mentions English capitalists shifting to American bonds and reports 3,700 German immigrants arriving at New York Port in late month.
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United States
Benton Speech and War Debate Roil Lima Argus
In Lima Allen County 1847 report the Benton defense against Federator charges is highlighted as a masterful rebuttal over war policy and Mexican cession disputes. The piece notes military redeployments, volunteers returning home, and projected Union divisions as U.S. forces prepare for action on the Texas and Oregon fronts with 17,000 men anticipated.
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Benton
Oregon
Mexico
Testis
Clay
Ita
Adams
Texas
Tasas
W. Carr
Mao
Tyler
Philadelphia
Senate
Argus
Moxico
United States
Wisconsin
Congress
Brazos
Generess Scott
Taylor
Do Grande
Scott
Dayton Citizens Debate Honor for Returning Volunteers
A Dayton gathering to honor volunteers returning from the war sparked debate. The Hon. R Schenck attended and delivered a speech decried as offensive by some, accusing Federalists of waging war against God and linking to claims of executive usurpation. Citizens from all parties hoped to give noble testimonials without political rancor.
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Dayton
R. Schenck
Monterey
Schench
Corwin
Mr Schenck
Warang
Dayian
Nomination for Presidency Trailed by Factional Fire & Faggot Federalists
A Greene county meeting of the Fire & Faggot Federalists endorses Corwin for the presidency amid partisan rhetoric. The piece rails against Corwin, cites support from Evangelists, banking interests, and political adversaries, while previewing upcoming magazine issues and noting local company ties and subscription promotions.
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Greene County
Corwin
Schench
Occes
Oine
Nanenal Enaventen
Olio
Fim
Ajax
Oberlin
Pulpi
Pshs
Ini
Uurred
Sues
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London
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Maami Canal
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Wabash
Ene
Hocking Canal
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Hardin County
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Lima Argus
M.H. Nichols
Lima, Allen CO
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