Tax Law Oppresses Farmers Says Auditor Table
A Cincinnati area excerpt summarizes an 1844–1846 state audit showing cattle sheep and hog values rising for farmers while merchants and moneyed capital soar. It argues the new Whig tax law shifts burden, raises merchant capital from 7.5 million to 22.28 million, and boosts farming claims by 14.325 million.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auditor of State
Clermont County
Meat Axe
Ferguvon
John
Brown County
Rougl & Ready
Printing expenses and political critique in 1840s Ohio
The text compares state printing costs under different administrations, noting figures from 1840 to 1846 and defending a Whig administration’s lower expense. It argues the last legislature ordered just enough printing and credits lower prices, then urges Clermont voters to back Gen. Dial or Dr. Alexander in the upcoming election.
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Scott
Joshua
Sam Medary W
Medary
Public Service
Clermont
Gen. Dial
Dr. Alexander
Milford Loco Meeting Ends In Candle Debates
In Milford on September 29 an unexpected loco foco gathering formed with speakers Norris and Ferguson arriving late. Locos debated where to meet while candles for the School House proved too costly, prompting the crowd to disperse as the orators left with saddle bags amid lament over waning zeal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Epstor
Milford
Messrs
Norris
Ferguson
State debt growth blamed on Locofoism in Scioto Gazette
The Scioto Gazette lambastes local corruption and tax hikes, accusing state debt rising from five to nineteen million dollars in five years. It cites two pages detailing frauds totaling thirty three thousand one hundred nine dollars and urges taxpayers to remember the alleged cause when paying taxes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scioto Gazette
A VILE SLANDER REFUTED IN CINCINNATI GAZETTE
The Cincinnati Gazette defends William Bebb against a libel accusing him of taking a thousand dollar fee to procure a pardon for the Maydens. It states Bebb received no compensation and refuting claims by Mr Telford. It notes John Brough may have aided in the pardon effort and promises further publication of the refutation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Columbus
William Bebb
Bartley
Maydens
Telford
Bebb
Hayden
John Brough
Haydens
the Enquirer, Press, &c
State Debt Fraud Exposed in Legislature Swindle Report
A critical review of a state ledger shows inflated contractor charges and misbilling by the Locofoco Board of Public Works. The piece highlights overcharges for the Sydney feeder, bogus perches, and improper embankment payments, accusing officials of deliberate plunder and fraud.
Alleged Pardon Campaign Tied to Bebb in 1846 Haydens Case
A Cincinnati attorney recounts the 1846 pardon effort for Joseph and William Hayden. He states Mr. Bebb sought clemency through a governor with a prepared statement and petition, while detailing fees and payments, the trial, and the theft of boot and shoe stock used to cover debts.
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Ohio Press
Bebb
Joseph
William Haysden
Mr. Bebb
Mr. Collins
Haydens
Daily Times
William Hayden
William
Hayden
Joseph Hayden
W Joseph
Wm Hayden
Private letter defends juror character amid case
Cincinnati letter writer CHAS. L. TELFORD defends namesake suspect and Irish witnesses, argues misunderstanding over stealing own goods, laments hardship of a jailed husband whose wife is pregnant and whose child dies, criticizes article in Ohid Prose and Mr Brough's stance while urging fair treatment.
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Bownd
Lelienta
Joseph
How the Expenses Were Run Up Tax Payers Strike Back
A Perry county expose claims tax increases were inflated by Locofoco officials to fund the new tax law. It cites Perry and Athens counties showing wildly higher assessor costs per township, noting Potts in Monroe allegedly double approved and other overcharges.
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Socoloco
Locofoco
Perry
Athens
Perry Post
O. S. Journal
Monroe Township
Potts
Trimble
Athens County
Saltlick Township
Ward
Pike Township
Tax rates and costs spark partisan critique in state notes
The State Journal and Scioto Gazette discuss Locofoco versus Whig county tax rates with higher Locofoco levies blamed on political aims. They report larger operation costs for the new law in Locofoco areas, framed as party-driven fraud. Also noted is a Pittsfield Mass incident where a cannon fire allegedly left a married woman dumb, prompting others to invite artillery demonstrations.
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the State Journal
Scioto Gazette
Pittsfield Mass
A Democrat Appeals to Fellow Democrats in 1846
A Tuscarawas county Democrat, John B. Read, renounces his party for alleged inconsistencies and urges fellow Democrats to defend durable principles. He condemns currency destruction and European labor standards while defending banking, taxation, and prudent public administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reap
Tuscarawas County
Europe
John B. Read
The Issues Hear Them from Rough and Ready
Voters are urged to choose wisely in the county election by weighing the banks question and the tax law. The piece argues the Locos would repeal the tax law and increase taxation while criticizing Locofoco mismanagement that left Ohio with a heavy debt, urging support for the current policy.
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Locofocus
Ohio
Locofoco
Whig and Locofoco Clash Over Currency and Tax
A heated public exchange pits Whig speakers against Locofoco advocates. They spar over hard money, the Bank, state debt, taxes, wages, and currency policy, with racial slurs and denunciations echoing through the dialogue.
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Locofoco
Protection and Tariff Debate from H Clay Letter
A long letter from H. Clay extols the protection system and warns of danger to the treasury if imports rise or exports do not compensate. He reflects on past support for industry, questions recent tariff changes, and urges acceptance of a favorable view toward domestic manufacturing. Other items note political calls and local election sentiments.
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Avhland
Éberern
Elizabethtown
N. Jereev
Ohio
Asuland
Tam
H. Clay
Messrs
Albro, Hoyt & Co
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A. M. Gest & LD. Morris
Ted
Butler
Beth
Milforp
The
Cincinnati Gazette
Locofoco Board of Public Works
Sydney
Brown, Anderson & Co
Locofoco Board
Top
Supreme Court
Ravenna
Polk
Cin
Atlas
Bangor
Dover
Maine
Exchange Hotel
Dock Street
John McKay
Delaware County
Sir Smootpertno
Philadelphia
Waverly House
York
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