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Newspaper
Peru Observer
Location
Peru, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1844
Page
2
A rallying cry from the July 20 1844 Peru edition urges Whigs to arouse and unite for battle, with bold slogans and calls to action echoing through the page. The chaotic verse-style text reflects partisan fervor and campaign energy of the era.
George Wilson stands as candidate for County Commissioner. Samuel Glass seeks role as Treasurer and Collector. Alfred Keiser also runs for Treasurer and Collector. John Low runs for County Commissioner. Joseph L. Reyburn seeks Treasurer and Collector in this slate of filings.
A notice invites Whigs Lokies Fence-boys and Pokies to a Clay Club meeting at the District School on Saturday evening July 20 with the bell at the Press Church. Attendees are urged to come early to discuss the matter.
A denunciation accuses Locofoco officials on the canal of delaying repairs to recruit voters for the August election. The open letter urges Eldman to end delays, hires pay from his own funds, and defend ballot integrity against alleged bribery, framing the issue as a liberty crisis beyond party lines.
A public critique denounces the canal superintendents for inefficiency and corruption, arguing failures to open navigation timely and costly breaks caused by neglect. The piece accuses officers of plunder and calls voters to reject Locofoco leadership at the ballot box, urging support for reform and new appointees.
In Congress locofoco leaders claim a bill lowering labor cost to twenty cents a day would bless the nation. They argue Whig policies would raise wages and product prices, seen as a national curse rather than benefit.
The Jonesborough Tennessee Whig editor ridicules Locofoco songs by citing a Second Samuel story. He compares a harp tuned by David to driving devils from Saul, arguing Whig music could drive the Locos from politics.
The Louisiana news notes New Orleans remaining Whig with the Champion’s departure dated the 2nd. Returns show Whig leads for many offices though some contests require full tally. Col. Bradbury and the Tropic dispute, Elliott Certificates contested by Whig judges, and Dawson for Congress viewed as unopposed. Also mentions Saratoga arrivals and a tragedy in Bolton.
A fragment reflecting on a rough night of drinking and misfortune. Describes losing money, horse, hat, shoes, and injuries, ending with a humorous image of homecoming and a three legged tool. Notes life as a mystery.
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