Whig Principles and Reform in State Journal
The text outlines the Statesman newspaper’s political stance, praising Whig policies and reform, while tracing heritage from anti slavery movements and alignment with Whig principles. It notes support for tariff reform, public lands distribution, sound currency, and industrial growth, and invites local history communications. It mentions Gov. Gaydon and J Wright Gordon appointment to Pernambuco and praises their Whig loyalty.
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Mivigan
Gav
Mish Brigge
Vermont
Europe
Curesta Zs
Hugh
Whig Party
Wall
Crabtree
Sterestan
Apycothora
J. Wright Gordon
Pernambuco
Brazil
U. S. Senate
Gaydon
Mfg
Phjmst
Michi&ie
Serbicen
Carter
See Ear House
Poe
Chatern-Citiesy
Vote yourself a Farm bill debate in Senate
The piece discusses a bill introduced in the U S Senate by Mr Wabetet granting 160 acres of public lands to settlers. It argues the measure aligns with Whig doctrine that lands are common property and would lift landless citizens into farming, boosting national wealth, while noting political resistance and the writer’s view on its humane social impact. The letter also touches on local news, ads, and a forthcoming election in the community.
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U. S
Senate
Wabetet
Whig Party
United States
Albion
Robel
Neen
Porte
Baokvand
Committee On Incorporations
Renate
Clarke
Eaton
St Ur
Macvins
Lititnin
Deeror
Rutherford
Sr Clarke
Britain
House of Representaives
Michigan
Seeatn
Dyer Webb
GM Barber
Michigan University
Regenta
Committee of Public Instruction
St. Mark's College
Grand Rapids
Michigan Central College
Spring Arbor
Dyer Clarke
WR McGall
Calhoun County
Vonvicia
Prizon
Byatt N Pierce
John B Uoxsie
Reagan
Central
Fussey
John P Weeks
Gratton
Kent County
Committee On
Enid
Coin
Delamore
Duncan
Uz Clarke
Pirreant
Dennis
Otis
Exton G Fuller
Ranch County
Committee On Federal Relations
Christiancy
Ponynitice of Public Instruction
Wheate Yan
Wr Brodhead
Finley
Yens
Weesa Baxter
Beach
Bowne
Bredhead
Dickey
Dort
French
Harvie
Tubell
King
Roof
Shaemuler
Naya
Wessra McKinney
Summers
Webb
Chayr
Grand River
Kalamazoo and
Grap@Rapide Plank Ioid company
Bauute
Creek and Wasings Pack Raed
Hussey
Win Aldrich
Jackson County
John Cadmoan
Lenawee County
Iowa
Clarks
Statesman Legislative Instructions in Congress debate
A Statesman item discusses whether the Legislature will rescind instructions to Congress and defy pro slavery factions led by Lewis Cass. The piece laments possible betrayals by legislators and urges adherence to constituents’ wishes amid national tension. It notes public impatience and calls for protection of republican principles.
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Cats
Lewis Casa
Grand Rapids
Anatoriey
Hastings
Exhibition of village views and Hungarian War scene
A correspondent praises a local art exhibit featuring winter and village views by Mr. Von Brandis, noting faithful depictions of streets and residences. The display includes a vivid Hungarian war scene and a portrait of Rev. Sam EL Hall, with hopes Detroit will become the artist’s future home. strong local encouragement is urged.
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Sam’ EL. Hall
Detroit Advertiser
von Brandis
Detroit
Nsz
Political Turmoil Over Slavery Expansion Divides Southern Leaders
A Washington correspondent reports fierce debate over Clay's plan to extend slavery into new territories. Southern senators oppose any compromise, fearing coercive limits on slavery, while the Pro Slavery faction lobbies to open the New Territories. The Wilmot Proviso remains the central battleground, shaping strategy in the Senate and amid regional tensions.
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Mason
Jeff. Davis
Berrien
Lorepus
Clay
Wasti
South
Neil S. Brown
Tennessee
Buckner
Gaines
Kentucky
Alabama
Mississippi
Lousiana
Stanlay
North Carolina
Clingman
Toombs
Cabell
É&C
Wilmot
New Mexico
Texas
Nueces
Rio Grande
Friends of Freedom
N.Y
Michigan Legislature Faces Bills On Education and Prisons
In a crowded session, Michigan lawmakers advance measures including funding lands for agricultural schools, publication of session laws, and new acts on incarceration and punishment for vagrants. Debates cover banking inquiries, state road projects, and authority over spirituous liquor regulation.
Arrival of Tuf Effori and market notes in New York
The Europa reached Halifax at 8 PM as prices rise and markets show limited declines. Reports from India bring later dates, while piracy losses occur near Wesford Ireland. Iron and bacon trades hold firm with cautious demand, and American mail carries favorable orders. old principess and mixed bacon grades show varied prices.
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Halifax
Aden
United States
India
Wesford
Ireland
Liverpool
Cara
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Pronunciation missteps spark a political row in playful debate
A satirical account from the Y. Tribune describes Me Bet ton and Senator Foote in a comic clash over Latin pronunciation. Foote mispronounces sacred phrases, shocking Old Hullion and triggering a brisk exit. The piece also glosses over a South American potato substitute and mentions a curious circular.
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Thi Y. Tribune
Benton
Philijppic
Mr. Foote
Hullion
Foote
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