Clayton Speech Highlights Bank Debate and Tariff Shift
The piece reviews Hon. Jons M. Clayton of Delaware speaking at a Wilmington meeting, praising his eloquence and Whig leadership. It recounts his attack on George M. Dallas as a Bank advocate and contrasts Dallas with tariff and land distribution debates, urging protection and national independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jons M. Clayton
Delaware
Wilmington
Clayton
Whig Party
United States
Mr. Dallas
Tod opposition to religion in Ohio debates described
The Statesman accuses Tod of opposing a religious meeting protection bill from its introduction through final passage in the Senate. It cites votes and amendments, noting Tod’s alleged underhanded moves and a March 1840 recommitment, while Rev. Herr’s letter is said to imply rebuke for Tod’s stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tod
Wm. Herr
Senate
Bissell
Locofoco
Henderson
Muskingum
Herr
Statesman
Bartley as Whig Governor Candidate in Ohio Debates Slander
The essayed slander against Mordecai Bartley failed to harm his reputation as a faithful public servant. The piece highlights Bartley’s legislative and congressional work, especially harbor improvements on the lake and his standing in Richland County. It notes opposition from Polk loyalists and cites other political commentary from the era including the Straight Out publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polk
George M. Dallas
Dallas
Senate
Mr. C
George
Thomas H. Benton
Corwin
Ohio
Jackson
Clay
Jack Cade
Lord
Bartley
Bartles
Congress
Cittters
Richland County
Zanesville
Repub
Charleston Mercury
Calhoun
South
Texas
BCK
Chapman
Louisiana
Oio
Enq
Lahm
Patrick Collinge
Opposition to Tod Stirs Religious Debate in Olin
The article reports a sharp rebuke by supporters of Frelinghuysen and Methodists in Olin against Tod’s views on religious protections. It accuses Tod of hostility to Christian services and of openly attacking religious leaders, arguing the opposition rests on defending religious liberty and opposing anti Christian prejudice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frelinghuysen
Tod
A Noble Letter on Abolition and Clay Support
A Pennsylvania correspondent challenges Hamilton readers over Abolitionism, Henry Clay, and Texas annexation. He argues for voting to block slavery expansion, cites Gerritt Smith, and asks for Sumner Stebbins to share his reasons. The piece discusses the Tribune’s Abolition party label and broader national issues shaping party lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Henry Clay
Whig Party
Sam
Texas
South
James K. Polk
Gerritt Smith
Wadson County
Vilage
Hamilton
Sumner Stebbins
Cuarves Burcuarp
Locofoco Principles Exemplified in Journal Excerpt
An 1830s letter critiques Democratic Locofoco tactics at a convention. It contrasts support for Van Buren with Polk’s nomination and argues against annexation and bank policies. The piece cites differing stances on a U S Bank tariffs and Texas annexation as shown by delegates and presses.
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Pore
Dallas
van Buren
Martin van Buren
Johnson
Cass
Stewart
Calhoun
Polk
Hestre
North
West
Congress
United States
Baltimore
Texas
O. S. Journal
Tariff Debate and German Whigs Support for Clay
The Enquirer accuses Locofocos of a tariff split favoring the rich while the poor pay, citing the McKay bill reducing duties on luxury goods but not on cheaper items like carpets and woolen blankets. German Whigs of Cincinnati rally behind Whig principles, praising Clay and Frelinghuysen and tracing the term Whig to English Liberal roots.
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Saxony
Brussels
Burgundy
Loco Foco
Congress
Cincinnati
Hamilton County
Clay
Frelinghuysen
Republic
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A. M. Gest
MR. Clayton
Friends
Gen. Jackson
White House
Npt
Tennessee
Methven
Portugal
England
Rome
Syria
Egypt
Tacitus
Mordecai Bartley
Davy Top
Columbus
Mer. Tod
Col. Brady
Tuscarawas
N. Y
Kennett Square, Chester Co
N. York
Charles Surchard
Madison County
Abolition Party
Jenry Clay
the Tribune
Coure
Partizan
Lgist
N. Y. Tribune
W.dorris
Jane
Locofuco
The
Enquirer
Locofoco Papers
McKay
Cin, Gaz
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