Cassism and Taylorism in Georgia and the South
A Charleston Mercury excerpt discusses Gen. Cass's anti slavery stance and the Wilmot Proviso comparison. It notes Hon. Robert Toombs in Georgia endorsing Taylor party views, urging rights to assess territorial slavery by residents, and argues Congress should remove legal obstacles to slaveholding in new territories. An exchange item quotes Van Buren on dishonorable actions.
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Proclavaation by a Whig party figure in Allen County
A spoof proclamation denies any lingering Whig party existence in Allen County after corruption rumors and mock conventions. It mocks the county leadership, urges loyalty to Henry Clay, and announces an inquest led by Coroner elect Matthias Ridenour into the alleged remnants of Whig influence. The piece ends with a satirical note from the Reporter editor.
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Ohio and Georgia election notes in party lines
The piece reports Ohio shifting toward Democrats with a four to four congressional delegation balance and gains over Poli’s vote. It also notes Georgia county officer results via mail, describing cheerful news and advancing battle sentiment.
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County Ticket Triumphs In Stark County Vote
An 19th century county ticket advocates democracy claim majorities well above prior counts despite redistricting. They praise Auditors and deputies, denounce Whig cliques, and rally voters for Cass and Butler, urging turnout by November as the nation faces a democratic, warlike future.
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