Simultaneous State Conventions Urged by Whigs for July Meeting
A Baltimore Whig convention calls for a nationwide July 3 state party gathering to organize, mobilize, and unite Whigs. It urges coordinated action, emphasizes a one term principle, sound currency, and strong national administration, urging state central committees to publish the call and rally supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore
of the Union
Zion
Friends of
Indianapolis
State Central Committee
A Whig Patriot Takes Duty to His Country Seriously
A fragment reflects a political sentiment praising a Whig figure who, as a patriot, must not omit his national duty. The line emphasizes dedication and constitutional obligation as essential to public service. The terse wording suggests a broader editorial stance on civic virtue and loyal governance.
Loco-Focoism and a New Dictionary Notice
A literary notice praises a manuscript dictionary claiming superiority to all existing works. It highlights many uncommon words with historical remarks and gives a satirical example of Loco-Focoism, describing a fictitious animal and bones found in several states.
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New Hampshire
Connecticut
Virginia
DROWNED AND POLITICS IN THE COUNTY
A local man Peter Strouble drowned near town while fording a swollen creek after rain. Meanwhile John A. Pettit contests for Representative against Fisher, amid fears of defeat in August. The article also notes county treasurer speculation, controversial remarks by Dr. Duncan, and hostile commentary on Native American policy and Catholic rights in the Journal of Commerce.
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Peter Strouble
John A. Pettit
Wabash County
Locofoco
Nativisa Permew
Journal of Commerce
Philadelphia
Nativism’s unfair gaze on foreigners and Catholics
The Tribune denounces nativism for branding Catholics and many long settled Americans as foreigners. It argues schools must not bar children from King James Bible or access to common schools over faith. The piece questions the liberalism, justice, and leniency claimed by nativist sentiment, linking it to unrest.
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Cathlics
Tribune
Rumor On Tennessee Polk Loco-Foco Nomination
Rumor suggests Gov. Polk of Tennessee as the Loco-Foco presidential nominee with Tun Geo M Dallas of Pennsylvania for Vice President, though confidence in the report is doubtful.
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Gov. Polk
Tennessee
Loco-Foco Convention
Tun. Geo. M. Dallas
Penn
Mr Clay argues for moderate protection and a national bank
Mr Clay defends a moderate protective tariff and a national bank as essential to independence and defence. He calls for a middle path between free trade and high duties, urging compromise and domestic concessions. The piece also critiques Jefferson’s stance and ties with the Bank of the United States.
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Clay
Ife
Wallstreet
Whig Shift Toward Henry Clay Sparks Uncertain Voter Feelings
Fragmentary passage shows Whigs leaning to Henry Clay for president amid confusion over candidate clarity. Voters express skepticism about recognizing the field and political enthusiasm, with some doubt about other contenders and overall readiness.
Newspaper Influence Sparks National Debate in US
Fragmentary remarks discuss the vast reach of newspapers in the United States estimating millions in revenue and daily circulation. Mentions Vatremore’s claim of vast readers and the role of press in shaping opinions on Russian invasion, Napoleon’s fall, and political events. References Toombs and Dawson visiting Massachusetts to inspect manufactories for Georgia political campaigning. Notes on Whig sentiments and criticisms from Indiana Sentinel.
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Vatremore
United States
Tool
Russia
Napoleon
Part Weing
Roe Stomp
Toombs
Diwson
Ol Lundin
Georgia
Mhigsachusets
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