Whig Speaker Choice and Taylor Policy Debate
A Dayton Empire excerpt endorses John G Breslin for Speaker of the House and critiques Senator Berrien's defense of Gen Taylor. The piece probes Taylor’s stance on slavery in new territories and questions whether Taylor would veto the Wilmot Proviso, suggesting Berrien could become a Taylor adviser if elected.
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Dayton Empire
Berrien
Georgia
Taylor
Ponties
Bertier
P.onell
Virginia
Gen
Allison
Gen. Taylor
Wilmot
Mr. Berrien
Self Condemnation and Refutation in Local Press Beef
A harsh rebuttal targets the Argus for alleged slander and political bias. The piece defends itself against claims of deceit, attacks the Argus editor personally, and discusses the Ohio apportionment law and political maneuvers amid a Democratic and Whig clash.
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The
Argus
Leing
Newnan
Universal Whig Party
Ohio
Ohio Legislatere
Democra
Calcula
Tan
Aso
Mir
Newmain
Sped Daranse
Peu Paget
Joan
Moses
Thie Soozee
Elections Huzzah for Cass Allen County
Vague call to action on local election participation. Fragment mentions Cass and Allen County with an excited directive to vote or engage, but lacks clear details on candidates, offices, dates, or procedures.
Richland Wins Banner With Increased Majority
The townships report a shift in Bath from Federal to Republican. Richland ties for the banner, increasing its majority from 20 to 37 as Perry narrows the gap by 16 since October. Democracy of Richland praised for the gain.
Shawnee and Jackson Vote Gains Inflate Majorities
Shawnee 4 and Jackson 5 report larger majorities as supporters claim victory in Allen county. Across Marion, Monroe, Amanda and Spencer losses total 12, but efforts to boost majorities are praised. Union, Wayne and Pusheta townships show mixed results with Cass 104 and Union 15, Wayne tied.
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Towns
Cass
Taylor
Bath
Perry
Vichland
Sugar Creek
Marion
Jackson
Shawnee
Amanda
Monroe
Spencer
Allen County
Lewis Cats
Ohio
Union
Wayne
Pusheta
Auglaize County
Death of a Senator Dixon H Lewis Dies in New York
The United States Senator Dixon H. Lewis of Alabama died in New York last week. An obituary note calls him the perhaps largest man in the United States weighing 41 pounds.
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Dixon H. Lewis
U.S
Alabama
New York
Mr. J
Ue United States
Taylor Democrats See Unexpected County Result
The Reporter predicted scattered Democratic votes in Taylor neighborhoods but failed. Countywide, the Democratic majority rose from 269 to 22, a disappointing swing for Newman and his supporters.
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Taylor
Newman
Fizzling Political Meetings Recounted In Odd Argus Paraphrase
An OCR read of last week’s Argus quotes Locofoco meetings in Wapakoneta and Lima as fizzles, notes empty benches, and cites a raucous Waypakoneta gathering led by Mr. Roedter of Cincinnati. The piece mocks Van Buren supporters and portrays a charged political scene with tainted language.
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Argus
Locofoco
Wapakoneta
Lima
Hove
Waypakoneta
North West
Roedter
Cincinnati
Col. Weller
McManus Trial and Dublin Protests in Ireland News
Correspondence from Dublin reports McManus convicted of levying war awaits fate as O Brien's trial looms. Public protests seek mercy with memorials to the Lord Lieutenant and a deputation to Dublin Castle. Reports also cover Irish unrest and tensions across Tamaulipas and Yucatan fronts with military mobilizations and violence.
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O'Donoghee
Mcdianus
Siihcush
Dogherty
Tibe
Bur
Dublin
O'Briens
Ma. Sharman Crawford
Dublin Castle
O'Brien
Clueniel
Meagher
Duffy
Dubin
Norte
Impor t Fanteprom Wexico and Mexican unrest
Report from Vera Cruz dated the 13th describes rebellious activity and government instability in Mexico. It notes incursions by rebels and sympathizers, rumors of Santa Anna’s turn, declarations of independence from the state, and mobilization against threats to the republic. It mentions ships sent from Vera Cruz, naval actions, and regional tensions including Durango, San Louis, and Zavateca.
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Fae Big Tei
Radevieh
Vera Conz
New Osseans
Republiana
Comtal
Diese Pring
Orleas Delta
Republi
Mexico
Fee
Mexco
Dhrress
Pesed
Wis
Herrera
Santa Anna
Mevirg
Republic
Vera Ure
Tampica
United States
Vers Cruz
Tempeo
Tiscosipan
Stomn
Vera Cruz
Santa Anne
Tata Hutien
Ganavira
Durango
San Louis
Zavateca
Double Cause For Grief In Pawtucket Chronicle
The Pawtucket Chronicle editor hears of a wedding departure when fifty townsfolk gather at the depot. Teary farewells mark parting with a beloved associate and a chorus of emcees note a joyless bridal sentiment. Nearby Cape Ann fishermen report a large catch of six hundred vessels ferrying a vast school of mackerel valued around $100,000. A stray editorial aside references cholera cures and medical advice, closing with a proverb about fear and daring.
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Pawtucket Chronicle
Cape Ann
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Allen Co
Newrs
Allencoin
Taylor Democrats
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Hoo
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Tamaulipas
Guanajuato
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Miron
Guanajuatos
Genevalos
Amador
Mojia
Yucatan
Alvarado
Acosta
Onder Sr
Pas Fureeraerd
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Rosada
Tamtico
Montoya
Connwau- Werthe
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Pellie Tran
Imei
Aguanat Barente
Coma
Atuic
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Vera Cruc
Dalixco
Rocker
Arancedy
W.W. J. Graves
Cilley
Louisville
Childred
Sthinst
S. W. Waghburn
Stephen J. Crerein
Tamecy John
German Township
Allen
Syore Nouse
Jinn JW
King and Joungle Tuttle
J. W. Keng
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