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Newspaper
Lima Argus
Location
Lima, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1848
Page
2
A reader summary from the Cincinnati Enquirer discusses Ireland news via reports from Dublin London and New York. It contrasts Tribune and Commercial accounts, questions ciphering and secrecy claims, cites letters from Dublin and Liverpool about unrest, and notes possible battles and troop actions with varying casualty claims.
The passage notes a reverse in British arms and suggests it could be the beginning of the end, a point which might lift the spirits and bolster supporters of Nelands freedom.
Philadelphia reports the Britannia arrived in Boston. Irish accounts warn insurgents await leaders while disaffection stirs. proscriptions and treason penalties resurface. Milan holds by Austria. Charles Albert defeated. rumors of the Austrian emperor resigning persist. France and England likely to intervene in Italian affairs amid cholera in Berlin.
The Cincinnati Herald denounces Gen Cass for pledging to extend slavery and mocks its claim that he would plant it where abolished. The piece cites editorials and responses from Cincinnati editors and Rep. Thompson of Indiana praising Cass on harbor and river improvements, while opposing his political principles. It notes Whig convention picks in Ohio and comments on Taylorite divisions and local political satire.
Report from Cincinnati describes two suspects examined for the assault on six year old Susan Tes. A mob gathered outside the courthouse as the trial progressed with thousands watching. The incident ended with gunfire from jail guards, several killed or wounded, and chaos as military force was deployed to restore order.
In a late session debate Senator Foote said a public letter from Gen Taylor would arrive in about two weeks. The missive would pledge a veto of the Wilmot Proviso if Taylor becomes president, and a signing of any law forwarded to him.
The notice warns of Judge Potter and Hon. William Sawyer speaking in Lima on Saturday at 10 AM as part of Democratic campaigns. It also reports the suicide of Waseex Mosier of Jackson township, who shot himself in the chest using a nail tied string and a gun, with motives unclear.
An editorial from the Reporter argues the Whig ticket is weak and that Democrats must unite to overcome. It claims Democrats face a large Whig majority and warns of defections and "Loco Focus" within Allen county. The piece suggests a Whig victory is possible if Democratic candidates fail to secure votes.
A fragment discusses Democrats and Whigs in Alien County urging action amid territorial losses. It frames inaction as danger and calls Democrats to prove their resolve against Whig hopes while maintaining standing in the county.
A Whig Convention draft praises Taylor and Fillmore while doubting Taylor's party loyalty. Letters reveal Taylor declining party pledges and seeking national scope, countering Newman's claim of steadfast Whig attachment. The piece argues evidentiary tension over commitment to Whig principles.
The Reporter reports a defalcation by Col. John B. Weller, a Commissioner of the Surplus Fund for Butler county. Weller is a borrower from the fund and holds mortgage secured property ample to cover the amount. The article notes he may not have paid on demand but did not show intent to evade payment.
Arkansas votes indicate a Democratic lean with the legislature expected to hold ten to twelve Whigs of sixty. Early chatter hinted at Taylor support by volunteers, but the outlook now appears unlikely.
The Norwalk and Sandusky banks are once more called into question as the paper blames bank trash and questions real condition amid public concern and cautious public sentiment.
A Hamilton and Butler county letter warns Ohio is pivotal in the approaching presidential contest. It cites Taylorism as already exhausted in Ohio and cautions against expediency over principles. A New York Park meeting reaction praises Cass and Butler after a Van Buren comparison sparks cheers.
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