Washington's 1841 inaugural address on unity and liberty
In a March 4 1841 speech President William Henry Harrison urges preserving constitutional balance between branches and keeping state and federal powers distinct. He warns against exclusive metallic currency and stresses union, religious liberty, justice for District of Columbia residents, and prudent foreign relations.
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Egypt
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Jefferson
Wasuinaron
Debate on Caroline burning and McLeod in British Parliament
The Telegraph reports a heated British Parliament debate over the Caroline affair and McLeod’s imprisonment. Lord Palmerston says the captors were perfectly justified and the government has informed both the U S and American authorities. OConnell urges protecting McLeod, arguing he acted under officers orders and with duty. The remarks are cheered. English papers show a warlike tone.
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England
Caroline
McLeod
Hume
City Committee Opposes Tax Cut on Coffee Houses and Groceries
A city committee reports against reducing license taxes on taverns coffee houses and groceries. They argue such establishments harm moral welfare and urge keeping current rates to curb vice while noting taverns may be necessary for public houses and traveler needs.
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Truevellers
New York State Outrage and Reparations Debate
The Morning Advertiser quotes criticism of U S government handling of alleged Great Britain grievances. It argues that if New York State may commit an outrage and claim no interference, it cannot claim the right to oppose Britain demanding reparations.
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Don Morning Advertiser
United States
New York
Great Britain
Volunteer Companies for National Defense
In a potential war with Great Britain, a disciplined force far larger than today’s army is needed. A republican government opposes large standing armies, so defense should rest with the people. Proposes volunteer companies in every county to form a popular national guard like the Macedonian Phalanx.
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United States
Great Britain
Union
Inauguration crowd for President Harrison cited
About fifty thousand persons attended the inauguration ceremonies. An account of the events will be published in a future issue.
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Harrison
Public Meeting in Logansport for Danville Convention Delegates
The Friends of Gen. Harrison remind a public gathering at the Presbyterian Church in Logansport at one o clock today. Delegates will be appointed to attend the Danville convention.
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Presbyterian Church
Logalsport
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Kentucky Legislature Offers Reward for Milk Sickness Cause
The Kentucky Legislature passed a joint resolution offering three thousand dollars for the discovery of the cause of milk sickness in cows within five years.
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Kentucky
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