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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1849
Page
2
In the New York Tribute account, the August elections end with the Whigs and Free Soilers suffering defeats as Locofocos gain ground in Kentucky and national sentiment shifts. The piece argues that slavery and party divisions shaped outcomes, condemning the Whigs for hesitation on emancipation and praising the spread of Locofoco influence across districts.
Detroit August 16 1849 a call for a Whig State Convention to nominate eight gubernatorial candidates replaces John Gwynn Em, meeting in Jackson on Friday the ninth of September at nine o clock P M Delegates are allotted to counties in proportion to their representation in the state house of representatives Central committee members J A Van Dyke D Smart E C Seaman En Barstow announce the assembly as late as 1849
The piece critiques The Expounder's editorials on Gen Taylor and slavery, challenging accusations of broken pledges and proscriptions for opinion. It defends Taylor's letters to the American people, urges reform in the Post Office, and argues for a balanced tariff protecting all national industries against British free trade.
Notice from the Whig State Central Committee announces a convention in September to nominate a candidate for Governor, following Mr. Ofgyn’s decline. It urges full participation by counties and delegates to attend and support the process in the state.
The article presents legislative resolutions on slavery showing unity between electors and officials. It states Congress should prohibit slavery in U S territories and urges senators and representatives to use honorable means to advance these aims. The Governor is asked to forward copies of the resolutions to Congress and state officials.
Telegraph dispatch from the Dow Jones Free Press notes a clash between two party factions Bolles Ave in New York. The Hunker and Bir Burner rival groupings reportedly clashed over union coordination, as details remain garbled in the damaged text.
A two year in place machine by C Cartan is described as a labor saving device at a prison wagon shop. The operation uses a mandrel lathe and a water powered system to produce hubs and boxes rapidly, claiming capability of ten workers’ output in minutes.
Reports from Canada August 14 say no major political news but warn arrests may occur tonight. Authorities plan to call in small current debentures at 7 PM. No action has occurred yet and officials post placards for possible emergency measures.
Arrived from Curacao reporting dates to July 23 and twelve thousand dollars in specie seized from the Spanish ship San Pedro, which reportedly sank forty years ago. Curacao affairs described as quiet with fear of expressing opinions as several were imprisoned for praising Paes and his party. About 600 troops, mostly Black, were at Curacao when Socelin departed.
Five attempts to burn St Louis have occurred since Friday. A steamer Whirlwind faced arson in three state rooms but was saved by timely discovery. Other attempts hit the northern city area, not lumber yards. Thieves threaten further destruction amid City fears. extra police force discussed.
Dispatches from Aug 12 and Aug 17 recount clashes with the Jagians and Camanches, cholera deaths, and wars in Florida. Alabama and North Carolina election results show Democratic gains. Tennessee and Oregon figures shift. News notes include Gen Taylor's anticipated visit, Lane replaced, and temperance movement chatter in New York and Savannah.
Reports from California describe dire conditions with depredations by groups, ships arriving from Boston and Baltimore, and the Crescent City journey. The Oregon limped ashore, the Panama is near, and many vessels, crews, and miners head toward Benicia. Gold is plentiful, prices high, and commerce suffers amid disease and scarce wages. A provisional civil structure exists, with law, mining thefts, and labor tensions shaping daily life.
An account from Chicago to Milwaukee describes the steamer Empire State's loss on Lake Michigan after a west wind drove it ashore. About 200 passengers were aboard when flooding and engine failures forced abandonment. most aboard were saved by the Delaware and crew, with praise for Captain Tatil and crew.
An unclear report describes a large gathering in Montreal with a restless crowd marching through streets, shouting in knots, near a public space in Notre Dame area. The text mentions an incident and visible windows as observers react to events unfolding during the day.
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