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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1844
Page
2
A long reflection on Brahe and a violent, degenerate family driven by a mother’s influence. It details repeated crime, murder plots, and eventual downfall, with vengeance and justice met by the community. The text pivots to a political update, noting election results and local majorities in Michigan in 1844.
The piece reflects on the 1840s era, declaring James K. Polk elected president, predicting major policy changes. It argues a new direction away from aiding particular industries, toward revenue tariffs, and admits territorial expansion with slave power growth. It questions the durability of the political union and global impact.
The Buffalo Courier reports mixed results with Whigs gaining in most counties since 1840 while Locofocos hold majorities in several districts. Maryland shows a Whig edge, Allegan and Barry sweep in Michigan, and Kalamazoo recounts a sharp defeat. County tickets vary, with Whig wins in some counties and Democratic holdouts in others.
Reports from Ohio and New Jersey recount state election results with Whig gains and Clay leading bids. Majorities cited include 8,014 in 58 counties, 5,225 Whig gain from 68 counties, and Clay’s anticipated lead over 7,000 as figures trickle in from 79 counties. Rhode Island and other lines note returns.
The Advertiser lists county by county majorities for governor and totals for Indiana. It notes 81 counties, with majorities in many counties such as St Joseph 280, Lake 123, Dearborn 387, Cass 460, Jefferson 400, and Clark 179. A Whig gain of 977 is reported compared with the 1843 vote, based on seven counties received by Southern mail.
In Marshall on Sunday the 10th, in the 25th year of age, Mrs Mancaner B wife of Samuel Church and daughter of Judge P and Lydia Kane, died after a protracted illness. She left a devoted husband, affectionate parents, brothers, and many friends. She faced death with patience, received baptism and the Lord's Supper, and died in peace, trusting in Christ unto the end and in hopeful faith.
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