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Newspaper
Logansport Telegraph
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1828
Page
2
A Cass county editor states that after reflection the community views the issue of forming a County Anti Slavery Society in a proper light and intends to refrain from remarks on its injustice or policy.
Jeremiah F. Harrison faced a murder charge in Cass Circuit Court for the stabbing of David Scott. The trial, led by Judge Ewine, resulted in a guilty verdict with a death sentence scheduled for April 6. testimonies described a bar-room scuffle, a dirk used, and multiple witnesses detailing the events before and after the stabbing.
A Washington county court session heard a tale as a fair dame faces assault charges. An amused witness explained expunging an eye by saying the lady drew black lines around the gentleman's eye with her nails, provoking much chilly humor in the courtroom.
In Washington Feb 8 Senator Talmage of New York attacked President Jackson's claim that banks swayed New York voters. He argued the 56 counties show mixed bank presence and warned of political backlash, calling for support of state banks over a sub treasury plan and predicting a strong New York chorus in November.
Correspondence from Washington reports Davis accusing a Congress member sparked early speculation of Senate action, but none occurred. The House debated journal omissions, amplified abolition petitions, and Adams battles with members as Morse showcased the Electro Magnetic Telegraph, signaling scientific interest amid political theater.
The Senate on Monday referred petitions and memorials concerning the Texas and Slavery questions, focusing debate on those issues among lawmakers.
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