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Newspaper
Logansport Telegraph
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1840
Page
2
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The New York State Whig faction led by Messie Benedict Townsend Cobb Stevens Groesbeck and Thompson claims the Whig majority in the state will exceed 7000 in the next election and could reach twelve to fifteen thousand They say this information aims to defeat and expose deceptive attempts against their cause Henry S. Lene Winn elected to Congress by a large margin over E A Vannegan of the V B party
Returns received indicate the Indiana House comprises fifty three Whigs and nine Van Burenites, reflecting the party composition as tallied so far.
The Peru Gazette shifts from neutrality to support for Garrison and reform efforts. Vanducenism fades as truth advances, and the paper asserts the new political stance against old shadows of night.
The Washington Madisonian reports rumors of cabinet reshuffles. It notes Mr Paulding may leave the Navy Department and Mr Poinsett could replace him. It hints at a western rival being named to the War Department and recalls Van Buren supporters in Indiana once predicting triumph.
The Cass crops have turned out well with corn expected to be unusually abundant. The New York Star notes the late Whig win in Louisiana and says if Kentucky Indiana and Ohio hold their positions the Presidential election is settled. Indiana is praised for a gallant successful charge against Van Burenism.
The late triumph of the friends of Harrison in Louisiana will bring a Whig member to the United States Senate, strengthening party representation in the upper chamber.
North Carolina reports twelve thousand whigs at Salisbury who built a Tippecanoe Log Cabin and pledged strong support for Harrison and Reform. Nashville and Knoxville crowds show a Harrison lean as eight thousand at Knoxville attend a barbecue while five hundred Van Buren loyalists muster. New York forecasts a Harrison majority, and Quitman in Mississippi tops a Van Buren ticket. Southern Recorder drops Throup for Harrison and Tyler.
The British Queen arrived with London papers up to July 1. Market reports note steady Liverpool demand with no price rise, Irish Agricultural and Commercial Bank cessation, and strong securities activity in New York. Headlines speak of Paris uneasiness, Carlist setbacks in Basque provinces, and various royal and industrial news from Europe and America.
Copy of a 1836 letter from General Harrison to J M Berrien answering three questions. He opposes congressional abolition of slavery in states or DC without consent, supports the Clay tariff compromise in good faith, and argues the president should act above party to serve the public interest. The letter invites use for any purpose.
The piece outlines the suicide of Dale, cashier at the Bank of Columbia, detailing a deficit of 260 dollars in his cash accounts. He claims innocence regarding a prior 1839 bank robbery, laments injustice by trusted men, and states he has nothing left to live for while asking no funeral rites. He signs as W. Dale.
Mr Aung in the Senate catechizes Carrigg-DEN about Gen Elli son and Gen Harrison opinions. The dialogue probes Van Buren's known views on current questions and Poinsett's standing army. The exchange seeks direct answers on political stances and who may speak for whom.
Debating figures press for clear stances by Gen Van Buren on metallic currency banking system tariffs and internal improvements. Requests for enlightenment on Cumberland Road Missouri restriction and executive power. memorial laid aside as the day ends.
A critical letter questions Federalist roots and cites Alexander Hamilton as a federalist example. It argues the current administration advances a federal consolidation agenda, contrasting it with historic fears of a standing army and centralized power. The piece cites the New York Star and an 1837 treasury scheme proposal.
Governor Cannon replies to A W Morris and committee inviting him to the Young Men's Convention at the Wabash Ground on the 2h last. He cannot attend but pledges support for Whig principles and warns against federal democratic misrule, praising W A and urging unity for Indiana and Tennessee defenses. He affirms confidence in Whig and Tippecanoe forces and expresses best wishes for success.
Indiana Journal notes Col. Spencer, Fort Wayne receiver of public moneys, faced calls for removal due to defalcation. Senator Hendricks urged letting it be, but Spencer is now sued for 33000 dollars. Hendricks leads Van Buren ticket in state urging vote for the Hero of Kinderhook.
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