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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1849
Page
2
Our thanks are due the Hon. Wm. Sawyer for a valuable bound book containing reports and surveys by engineers in California. The note appears in a late issue of The Argus dated March 18 1840 and mentions Carr Breach Building and related ads for feed and services.
The Ohio Canal Lands bill, favored by settlers, has advanced in the Senate but awaits House action. A question arises whether African Americans should benefit from the gift lands, with the author favoring defeat if included. Mention of Wilmot Proviso votes and a Convention bill repeal follow reflecting legislative contention. An advertiser note and saddle shop mention close the column.
Fragmentary text suggests last day activities in Congress with reference to fights or clashes. It mentions advising Old Zeck to engage a fighting corps to maintain order for the future, but details and clarity are missing.
A critical column questions President Taylor's independence against the Supreme Court and the Bank of the United States. It argues a president must hold own opinions, warns of overreliance on judicial decisions, and cites past vetoes and public reaction to gauge the path of Taylor’s administration.
The Legislature delays adjournment likely to May 20 as the Senate weighs the Apportionment Bill. The House repealed the 47-8 scheme, opposition argues delaying action harms the state. The editorial warns continued gridlock risks discord and federal party power struggles in Ohio.
The Legislature elected officers since the last issue with Edward S. Hamlin named President of the Board of Public Works. Associate judges span multiple counties including Benjamin Northrup and Ezekiel Chew among Democrats and Free Soil officials such as Zadock Davis.
The Cabinet includes Mr Meredith Secretary of the Treasury a leading Pennsylvania lawyer residing in Philadelphia Mr Preston Attorney General and a Virginian member of the House of Representatives. Mr Ewing also noted as a public figure in the region.
Gen. Casa reports the arrival of Gen Part, greeted by friends at the chapel. The article notes his philosophy and contributions to government, praising his services and influence on the United States.
A Kentucky gradual emancipation proposal outlined by Henry Clay from New Orleans draws Ohio protest. The plan favors slow abolition, removal of freed slaves to a colony, and funding by the labor of freed individuals to cover transport and initial costs. It includes age-based freedom, colonization aims, and protections for slaveholders.
A proposed colonization scheme argues for the annual transportation of freed slaves from Kentucky to a chosen colony, with costs, numbers, and logistics discussed. The plan contemplates a multi decade timeline, potential annual removals of thousands, and relies on funding from the labor of emancipated individuals. It notes moral, social, and political tensions between races and the temporary distress of separation, while asserting eventual liberty and equality in the destination.
Washington March 6 The two houses adjourned sine die after a day of action on several bills including coinage of gold dollars the Home Department and a New York branch writ. Appropriations passed California Territorial bill not acted on in Senate. Temper flared in floor friction as Foote and Cameron clashed and Thompson and Ficklin exchanged words.
The Senate held an animated session debating apportionment and a move to reissue the Bank of Norwalk charter while a related measure for Sandusky Bank failed. Critics warned that reviving old charters would lure speculators and risk bank explosions as past episodes did.
The Ohio Statesman reports the new Senate confirmed all President Taylor's nominees after a brief debate. General Shield seated. the question of his eligibility referred to a committee. Names named include John M. Clayton and Reverdy Johnson with several others. Foote explains a personal dispute with Cameron, regretting the breach of Senate dignity. the matter is settled amicably.
The Homestead exemption bill passed the House by 34 to 23 and exempts a $600 homestead to take effect July 4. The Senate rejected a parallel tax-raising measure to fund a sinking fund by party vote. Local business activity noted.
The report notes 14 days of European law updates and strong trade in England. California visitors show growing interest in Europe as Paris enjoys peace talks and a French Assembly aims for May sessions. Home citizens proclaim a republic while imperial actions are reported in Hungary. Prisoners at Cumberland jail form a debating society amid rev reforms and a penality controversy arises.
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