Annexation of Texas and unity in the Union debated
In a Raleigh delegation statement dated Oct 1, 1848, Democratic leaders argue Texas annexation strengthens the Union, boosts federal power while preserving state sovereignty, and promises lasting peace and prosperity. They warn without annexation political and economic ruin for the nation and key Atlantic ports. The plea emphasizes loyalty, federal balance, and national destiny.
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United States
Texas
Boston
New York
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Mississippi
Louis D. Henry
Josiah O. Watson
James 13. Shepard
Weldon N. Edwards
George Whitfield
Thos. N. Cameron
Thomas Brags
Perrin Bushee
William White
George J Dallas Nominated for Vice President in Pennsylvania
George J Dallas of Pennsylvania is nominated for vice president with an election expected on Monday November 4 1844. The ticket reflects party alignment and local backing as campaigning intensifies across the state.
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George J. Dallas
Penn
Address on Annexing Texas Draws Reader Attention
Texas discourse urges readers to consider annexation and government policy. The piece highlights the Democratic Central Committee address and critiques England's interference as part of the ongoing national debate on Texas joining the Union.
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Texas
North Carolina
Democratic Central Committee
England
Patriotism Demands Firm Stand on Annexation in Texian Affairs
The writer urges independent Whigs to act boldly on annexation, criticizing federal Southern leaders and the North Carolina press for silence. He questions support for Henry Clay and calls for a clear, self-reliant stance to protect state and national security amid tense Texian affairs. He condemns unmanly submission and urges readers to think for themselves.
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Great Britain
North Carolina
Henry Clay
South
Our Prospects in North Carolina during the 4th
The piece argues against certainty in Democratic triumphs in North Carolina, noting August governor results show a 3153 Whig lead and urging effort to mobilize voters. It praises Edgecombe and Pitt Beaufort shifts, calls for broad turnout, and predicts a broader national wave for democracy with Maryland’s shift seen as proof.
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North Carolina
Edgecombe
Hoke
Pitt
Beaufort
Banner State Delaware Rises Against Whiggery in Reform Call
A patriotic oration declares Delaware regenerated and disenthralled, contrasts with North Carolina and Macon, urging political renewal and rejection of bastard whiggery while invoking justice and honor.
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Delaware
North Carolina
Macon
Maryland Governor Election Results Report
The Baltimore Sun presents results for governor with Carroll and Pratt, including Coon’s votes at 32,442 and 32,926, showing Coon ahead by 484. Harrison’s 1840 majority was 4,774. Democratic gain since 1840 is four thousand ninety-two.
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Carroll
Dem
Pratt
Coon
Gen'l Harrison
Official Returns From Delaware News Note
Elder Wm Pearce to preach at Autrey's Creek and Meadow on Monday and Tuesday and in Nauhuota Wharaday and Pleasant Plains on his way to the Conientnea Association in Beaver Dam m. K. Lenoir county begins Friday before the fourth Sunday in October.
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Autrey’s Creek
M.h
Meadow
Nauhuota
Pleasant Plains
Conientnea Association
Beaver Dam
M. K
Lenoir County
Butt End Coon Hunters Resolve Hilarious Campaign Nod
A Democratic association in New York called the Butt End Coon Hunters issues resolutions joking about hunting and a gift of 300 walking sticks for members. The National Intelligencer denounces them as bullies, converting harmless sticks into threatening bludgeons in a satire of Federalism’s decline.
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New York
John Orser
Nat. Intelligencer
Washington
Herouns
Bets on Clay and Polk forecast in Texas dispatch
The Tarboro Press reports Vic Editor of the Raleigh Register boasts certainty for Clay in numerous states and offers bets on election outcomes. He lays six wagers covering western southern northern eastern states, promising to increase stakes if the editor accepts. Texas.
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Ralelph Register
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Polk, Ltd
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van Buren
Texas
Election Ticket Change in Eleventh District Nominated Gaston replacing Carson
The Eleventh District ticket list shows J McDowell Carson declining to serve as Elector and Alexander F Gaston being named in his stead. The Raleigh Stand notes the paper will delay printing of electoral tickets to ensure the ticket is correct, informing applicants why tickets are not yet sent.
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J. McDowell Carson
Alexander F. Gaston
Mr. Gaston
Raleigh
Marriage Notice in Nash County Bonds Two Names
Married in Nash county on Tuesday the 8th inst Jonathan Dew weds Mary Strickland signaling a local union between two residents in a small community notice with names and date.
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Nash County
Jonathan Dew
Mary Strickland
Death of three year old Wilmot Terrell
In this place on Wednesday last died ure fius Wilmot aged 3 years and 7 months, son of Mr Nathaniel M Terrell.
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Cumberland
Joseph Allison
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Lee William C
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