Whig Peace Policy and California Expansion Debate
A speaker defends the Whig party as the nation’s peacemakers against war for annexation. He argues against dissolving the Whigs, warns of southern sectionalism, and urges unity to secure freedom for California and New Mexico while opposing Democratic expansion and entangling alliances. He cites 1842 treaty, Oregon, and Webster as anchors of the Whig platform. The piece critiques a push to disband the party for broader reform.
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Party of
Therain
Poe
Mexico
Spain
England
Weahington
Universal Whig Party
Congress
Texas
Congrean
Oregon
New World
Cass
Enoguet
Allen
Hanaegus
Casa
Plesscs
America
World
Whig Party
Calafornix
New Mizico
Otixena
New York
Wig
California
New Mexico
Free States
Daniel Webster
Chow
Buffalo
Belog
Latare
Maine
Louisigns
Dave Wy
Ordi
Cece
If We Forget Thee Our Right Hand Forget Her Cunning
Fragmentary excerpt echoes Lincoln era themes urging devotion to the Union. The passage frames devotion to the country, freedom, and national unity, urging recognition of the responsibilities owed to the republic and warning against sectional loyalties. It invokes Massachusetts as the homeland and appeals to collective pride in national ideals.
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Amerca
Sora
Plan for Statewide Teachers Institutes in March and April
A 1648 address urges Education friends to push spring Institutes led by a Board of Instruction. It calls for 4 sessions across the state, detailing courses in English, arithmetic, geography, music, penmanship, book keeping, drawing, and school governance, and asks counties to offer buildings, staff, and funds. Citizens are urged to raise support or allow teachers to contribute, with questions on attendance, accommodation, and funding.
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Orricz
Txacunas
Thie
Rom Thin
Las
Theo i
Ctizens
Stgte
Hellishia
Mungkin
Lavin'sau Institute
Goung
Peranns
Thas
Lamuten
Orew York electors named for President and Vice President
A fragmented OCR item lists a slate of electors for President and Vice President from Michigan districts. Names include Jacob M. Howard of Wayne, Hezekiah G. Wells of Kalamazoo, Henry Waldron of Hillsdale, Henry B. Lathrop of Jackson, and Hiram L. Miller of Saginaw, among others.
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Tickey
U. States
Cakak
Jacob M. Howard
Wayne
Hezekiah G. Wells
Kelenat
Henry Waldron
Hiltadate
Henry B. Lathrop
Jackson
Hiram L. Miller
Sagnaw
Wilmot Proviso debate echoes in Cass platform
The Calhoun County Democratic platform of February 1848 discusses the Wilmot Proviso and opposes Congress jurisdiction over slavery in new territories. It argues that sovereignty lies with the people of each territory or state through compact, warning of dangers to regional rights and federal power. The document cites Lewis Cass and a broader anti party line with named local contributors.
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Cass
Confederacy
Congress
Lewis Cass
Calhoun County Democraty
Aichigan
Union
Dem
Mr. Wanstemn
Democratic Party of
New York
Whigs of Calhoun urged to rally for entire ticket
The message calls Calhoun Whigs to act within two weeks, warning of enemy misrepresentation to sow distrust in Whig candidates. It urges unity, heart guarding against deceit, and voting for Taylor or Cass to ensure a favorable result.
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Emisserice
Taylor
Cass
Calhoun
Old Zack poised to win 186 electoral votes says Whig voice
A historical snippet argues that the slate of states including New York and Pennsylvania could deliver 186 electoral votes for Old Zack in the presidential race. It references Polk and Taylor Fillmore era politics, urging Americans to back the Whigs and oppose Locofoco influence, with bold calls to balance the nation and preserve the Union.
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New York
Pennsylvania
OBIO
Taylor & Fillmore
Connecticut
Maasachnnette
Vermont
Rhoda Telafid
New Jersey
Maryland
Delaware
North Carolina
Georgia
Laureiana
Tennessee
Kentucky
Florida
Zack
Inclding
Michigan
Caan
Gen
Harrison
Zack 18
Saines K. ‘Polk
Congress
Mr. Polk
White House
Angela Bradle
Whitey
Rio“Grande
Monterey
Marcy
Santa Anna
Polk
Cass
Fruits of the War and Volunteer Opinion Stir County
The newspaper defends its harsh portrayal of war’s fruits led by General Zachary Taylor and volunteers. It praises Polk era victories, condemns opposition, and urges Whigs to reconsider supporting Van Buren as Hon. Auros Cucats’ Salem speech is highlighted for readers’ reflection.
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Aod
James K. Polk
Zachary Taylor
Auros Cucats
Salem
Massachusetts
van Buren
Political tempers rise as Van Buren split widens party rifts
A 1840 to 1844 era debate frames Martin Van Buren as a traitor to democracy, urging Whigs to reject him and avoid aiding his bid. The text harshly contrasts Van Buren with an honest alternative, urging Whigs to support a different leader and let rival factions clash while the Whig party seizes leadership.
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Cass
Martin van Buren
America
Dante
Amag
Martin Pon Daven
Europe
Godfrey
Philip of Fratte
Richard
England
Holy Temple
Kinderhook
Proposed Amendment to the Constitution by the Michigan Legislature
A proposed joint resolution would submit to voters an 1850 constitutional amendment. It aims to election of supreme court judges by the people, and for one year thereafter restricts judges to salaries only, banning other fees or compensation for civil duties. The plea argues people are competent to govern institutions and to elect public officers.
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Supreme Court
Michigan
Iit
New York Herald predicts 1841 presidential contest outcome
The New York Herald notes a three week campaign in which General Taylor supporters gain ground while Van Buren factions decline. It forecasts Taylor’s chances as improving, with Cass and his friends exerting strong efforts yet likely overwhelmed in the near term.
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New York
Eleca
Rcent
Jvill
Gneral Taylor
van Busen
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