14 Apr 1838
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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1838
Page
1
The notice outlines weekly issues edited by A M Gest with subscription terms. A local bill faces passionate debate as Dowry and others speak against it before the measure passes on the third reading.
From the London United Service Journal an account describes a wreck in the China Sea on January 12. British sailors rescued eighteen Chinese seamen clinging to a mangled junk, with one man lost to the sea, while the rescued expressed deep gratitude to the English crew.
The passage argues that corruption and misrule recur across nations and eras, drawing parallels between Sallust, Junius, and modern republics. It asserts political decay follows weak, profligate ministries and cites lines likening profligate rulers to tenants who ruin a property, undermining prosperity.
Excerpt reflecting on reform, government expedients, and the Fed party. Satirical street dialogue explains politics as spoils system feeding officials, judges, and media. Mentions Fed party as the “fed” beneficiaries and criticizes governance. Includes note from the Wabash Courier.
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