Democratic principles guide 1848 Taylor support in Plainfield
The Plainfield Gazette excerpts a political defense of democratic equality and support for General Zachary Taylor as a people’s candidate in 1848. It argues that Taylor’s independence from party schemes safeguarded equal rights, urging voters to judge him by his stated pledges and democratic record.
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Great Britain
Gen Taylor
Democratic
Gen. Taylor
Jas. W. Taylor
F. S. Bronson
So M. Murphy
Ible
Peter Sken Smith
Allison
Whig Party
Village Streets Need Clearing And Pride Restored
Citizens question who controls the work on laid out streets and urge timely removal of rubbish. They condemn the deteriorating condition of the road from the Railroad depot, calling it a disgrace to public spirit and inviting action to improve local impressions.
Rosa Not Included This Round Appears Next Issue
The note indicates that Rosa was received too late for this number and will appear in the next issue. It records a scheduling or publication delay without additional context about the issue contents or timeline.
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Rosa
Death or Elias Day Denied Lodging in Newark Hotels
Newark faced a tragedy as Elias Day in the final stages of consumption was refused entry to two Newark hotels despite his pleas and money. He ended up cared for by Mr. Compton, a good Samaritan, and died during the night.
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Elias Day
Newark
Compton
Thirty First Congress Members to the House of Representatives
The record notes no elections until August and lists members to the new House of Representatives. The document outlines the composition and assigns seats for the forthcoming session.
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House of Representati
Political shift and projections in Congress after 1849
The article analyzes party strength in the upcoming Congress, noting a single vacancy and the potential loss of Whig seats in North Carolina Indiana Maryland and Kentucky. It assesses Senate and House compositions, predicts Democratic control, and discusses tariff policy and the Sub-Treasury amid General Taylor era sentiment.
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North Carolina
Indiana
Maryland
Kentucky
Socrats
Senate
Jllian
Haard
Newgislate
Chos
Howard
Congress
National By &c
Gen
Alabama
Mississippi
Louisiana
Tennessee
Texas
Ohio
Massachusetts
Rhode Island
Maine Ten Hour Law Applies to Minors and Adults
The ten hour law in Maine took effect last Friday. It limits a standard workday to ten hours and prohibits forcing workers to exceed ten hours unless by special exception. Certain rural employments, monthly labor, and specific corporations are exempt. Violations incur a fine up to $100.
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Maine
Effect of Free Trade Tariff on Specie Inflow
Specie entering the New York Custom House on May 7 was 902,540 dollars with gold dust valued at 2,150 dollars. The report notes the tariff's impact on draining specie from the country.
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New-York Custom House
Rahway dye works fire damages factory and insured loss
A fire at the N. J. Dye and Print Works in Rahway New Jersey started around 3 P M Saturday the 5th. The blaze damaged the hot drying room but was quickly controlled mainly with water. The loss is fully covered by insurance.
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N. J
Rahway
N.J
The Evils of Special Legislation on Monopolies and Banking
The author condemns special laws that shield monopolies and favor certain groups. He argues for generalized laws applying equally to all citizens and a court-based remedy against the state. Special charters for cities, highways, and banking invite favoritism. a general framework would better protect public interests and efficiency.
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Union
New York
Banking by general law and charter limits
The text argues that banking should be allowed under general laws rather than special charters to curb selfish corporate interests. Excesses will self correct if laws are wisely framed and property protected, ensuring what is good for one is good for all.
Arrival of the America and European War News
The French government vows armed intervention to restore the Pope at Rome and sails a force to Civita Vecchia. Continental conflicts intensify with dire outcomes. Denmark seals a blockade on German ports. emigrant ships face restrictions. Baltic breadstuffs shortages ease prices slightly as money remains abundant and consols move between 91 3 4 and 92 3 8, closing at 92.
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Rome
Emey
Civita Vecchia
Carros
Baltic
Emancipation Debates Rise in Kentucky Convention
Telegraphic report from Frankfort Ky shows the Emancipation Convention organized with Col Henry Clay as President. Twenty three counties represented and about one hundred fifty delegates adopted resolutions calling for gradual emancipation and a Kentucky constitution provision to prohibit slave importation. Also notes on Upper Lakes navigation growth with 140 steamers and 545 brigs at season start.
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Louisville Courier
the Friends of Emancipation
Frankfort
Henry Clay
Bourbon
Kentucky
United States
Expiration of Posiie Sentiment and Court News
Massachusetts citizens urged commutation for Washington Goode with 24522 petitioners, while a nine votes for hanging are noted. The piece cites judge agendas and political notes from New York and New Jersey papers, including Roane's Arkansas governorship win and Hannegan's Jersey arrival. Also mentions a peach crop outlook and a street ad analogy.
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Massachusetts
Washington Goode
WN. Y. Tribune
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