07 Mar 1840
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Newspaper
The Clermont Courier
Location
Batavia, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1840
Page
1
The verse recalls the march of soldiers in a wooded dawn threat, with lines about marching, bugles, drums, and foe fire. It lauds the patriot hero and the greenwood battlefield, ending with a vow to weave enduring renown for the hero.
A letter from M V B argues Mr Van Buren is federalist and Harrison a Democrat, citing 1812 party actions, war opposition, and the Harrisburg nomination. The Cincinnati Republican defends labeling the Harrisburg ticket democratic and contrasts Van Buren and Harrison through historical partisan tests.
General Harrison rebuts Mr Randolph's accusation amid a 1800s political clash. He recalls his early stance as a Northwest Territory delegate and notes private conversations shaped his views. He praises President Adams and cites the Northwestern Territory Legislature's support as proof of his early Federalist leanings.
A Washington dispute over access to information sparks a blistering editorial clash. Amos Kendall defends his department against Rep. Graves while critics denounce modern democratic princes and urge Americans to resist official tyranny. Subscriptions shift as Van Buren supporters pivot to Harrison.
The Louisville Journal quotes Prentice proposing Florida bloodhounds be paid with Michigan Red Dog shinplasters and recommends Washington experts be paid in Owl Creek currency to illustrate fiscal whimsy.
Whig presidential candidate William Henry Harrison writes that the Union preserves civil and religious liberties and warns that destroying unity brings barbarism or tyranny. He urges representatives to conciliate all political factions to keep the nation intact.
A Baltimore Van Buren paper mocks General Harrison with talk of a barrel of hard cider and a log cabin while praising democracy. The piece argues farmers and mechanics should elect Harrison, the Father of the West, to the People’s House and the presidency in 1841.
A Madisonian note questions political names in a 1826 catechism style, listing Martin Van Buren’s alleged roles and actions. It cites his votes to strike Cumberland Road funding and mocks rivals, reflecting early 19th century political contention and rhetoric.
A Demerara public meeting on the 19th wit secured £2085 sterling to be sent to Baltimore for a supply of free colored American laborers. Gun remarks by Hargison promise open door and gracious table for troops if they return to Vincennes.
The Columbus Journal notes outstanding hospitality for visiting delegates, praising the city’s residents amid harsh winter conditions. It compares Columbus’s guest turnout to the 1829 Washington inauguration, estimating similar crowds at the recent event and citing local gentlemen who witnessed both occasions.
A western traveler describes the residence of Right Rev Philander Chase on Kickapoo headwaters fifteen miles west of Peoria. The bishop lives in a mud and sticks dwelling nicknamed the Robin's Nest, with a string of primitive connected houses, a fertile farm tended by his three sons, and a family marked by tragedy that cut the sons off from college education.
An Indiana editor warns subscribers he is ill and broke after months of toil. He details making ink from chimney soot and hog lard, writing editorials on Buckeye chip, and acting as compositor and pressman. He demands cash payments to avoid stopping the press or insolvency.
Chevalier argues that the United States shows striking ease for newcomers especially Englishmen noting the absence of pauperism in Northern and Western states. He claims slavery leprosy is curbed there and only a small scattered group of improvident dependents exist among people of color or new land immigrants who have not learned industrious habits.
In a 1720 Highlands letter by a Wade engineer a prank on Inverness tailors is described. To thwart pilfering they weigh cloth and ship remnants with each suit, then reweigh at home to ensure the original weight remains. A later Indiana political jab references Mr. Hardin and Democratic hymns amid Whig bravado in the Union.
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