O Connell denounces slavery at Dublin repeal meeting
At a Dublin repeal association gathering, Mr. O Connell denounces the slave trade and American slavery describing it as a domestic institution. He attacks Polk for supporting slavery and warns England faces potential war over Oregon and Texas. A bill for Madras repeal rent is noted, totaling 8732 9s.
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O’connelle
Exas Ann. Stolvery
Repeal Association
Dublin
O’connel
Manchester
Liver Poothers
Trades’ Union
Staten Tsand
New York
Polk
Texas
Pott
Polt
Savant
Atlantic
Lal
England
Oregon Territory
Ireland
America
Oregon
Victoria
College-green
Davis
O'Connell
Madras
Missionaries gain welcome footing in British India
At a meeting for the American Board, Rev. Spaulding reported strong protection and encouragement for missionaries across British India, a population of about 130 million. The government, once hostile to English and American missions, now welcomes and supports missionary work with civil and military officials acting as friends and backers.
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India
American Board
Spaulding
Ceylon
British India
America
New York
Jitte
Milion of
Telegraph
Bo' Eet
Warlike Precautions Urged as Peace Preparation
A Camp Salubrity correspondent argues for readiness and warns against complacency. He notes regiments stationed at New Orleans Baton Rouge Mobile Fort Jessop and Sabine six miles from camp, with expectant recruitment from New York and plans for action by Uncle Sam. Government agents and military sites are discussed alongside colonial religious outreach and American missionaries in Syria.
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4Th Regiment Infantry
Alshez
Saya
Présant
New Orleans
Baton Rouge
Mobile
Fort Jessop
Sabine
New- York
Uncle Sam
Texas
United States Navy
N. Y. Sua
Trouble in the Wigwam in Washington
A Hermitage report claims Blair Rives and former auditor Lewis received letters from General Jackson criticizing President Polk's administration in Washington. The letters fear continued policy could fracture the democratic party. further details are awaited as the dispute develops.
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Shashington
Hermitage
Blair
Rives
Wm. B. Lewis
Jackson
Polk
Democratic Party
Lepress
Oregon question unsettles markets in New York letter
Correspondence from April 24 1845 notes a stock market dip driven by England's Oregon dispute. It condemns crude diplomacy, fears for capital, and urges vigilance against government missteps. It singles out General Hays of Marshall as a notable plunderer tied to the Expounder affair and promises continued exposure.
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New York
Oregon
England
Mr. Clay
Republic
Mexico
Shannon
Texas
United States
Anna
Oregon questions stir anxious Cabinet session in Washington
Washington April 25 1845 The Journal of Commerce notes Caledonia intelligence aroused deep anxiety over possible government action on the Oregon question. The cabinet met at eight o clock Wednesday night and remained long but no decisive views or actions were reported, leaving speculation unresolved.
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Journal of Commerce
Washington
Caledonia
Oregon
The Blue Sky and Air Color Illusion
A discussion on why the sky appears blue and the air seems colorless in small volumes. It explains how light paths and tube diameter affect perceived blue tint, noting that large air masses show blue due to cumulative blue rays while small samples or confined spaces lose color.
Sleep Worthy of Serious Reflection in Life
A Raleigh Register excerpt urges deep contemplation of sleep’s value and the danger of awakening to mortality. It argues nightly resignation to sleep is a solemn act, demanding gratitude and anxiety, and condemns debt evasion as dishonorable. The piece ends with disjointed Texan political notes.
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Ansious
Raleigh Register
Statesman reduces price and offers advance payment terms
The Statesman announces a price cut to 1 50 for subscriptions payable in advance and a yearly rate of 2 00 with thirty miles of Marshall postage free after July. It urges Whig supporters to subscribe, pay promptly, and helps readers understand improved access to political and news coverage while maintaining strong editorial independence.
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Janet
The
Statesman
Detroit
Marshall
Mexico and Texas Annexation Debate Anew
Recent intelligence from Mexico and Texas casts doubt on Texas joining the United States. Reports claim Mexico urged Texas to abandon annexation and acknowledge independence. Gen Henton opposes annexation, seeks future presidency, while others prefer remaining free and retaining public lands and forts. War fears fade as Mexico abandons war plans and nonintercourse policy aims to ease Texas tensions.
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Texas
United States
Mexico
iPshé
Henton
Globe
U. States
Oregon dispute stirs British, American leaders in Parliament
In the wake of Polk's policy, British and American leaders clash over Oregon. Peel urges restraint while many peers defend or condemn the president's claim. The debate highlights the risk of war, calls for amity, and hints at Canada and Texas as strategic pawns amid shifting alliances.
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Ion
Oregon Territory
Polk
John Bull
Lyrdy
Clarendon
Aberdean
John Rissell
Robert Pech
Oregon
Great Britain
Robert Peel
House of Lords
Majusy
Mat
Englind Hive
A. Nobodly
Canada
Texas
Allegan Gazette provokes editorials over appointments and censorship
A 1845 letter from Nimrod defends editorials while accusing the Statesman of evasion and bias regarding Mr. Park and William A. Richmond as Indian Agent. The correspondence criticizes the Allegan Record and local correspondents, notes corrections, and describes public fundraising totals amid various political stances and national events.
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Gazette
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