Ohio Whig View On Ford Campaign For Governor
The Ohio Whigs back Seabury Ford for governor praising his twelve years in the state legislature and leadership roles while labeling Weller as unfit and Attackable for alleged defalcation. They say Ford will not solicit votes personally and will travel the state to serve once elected.
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Col Weller
Mexico
Ohio
Seabury
Ohio State Journal
Candiate
House of Representatives
Senate
Weller
Seabury Ford
W.R
Toma
Ashtabula
Hamilton
Gallia
Williams
Repubec
Virginia
Mr. Lee
House of Delegates
Roberts
Culpeper
Lee
Mr. Speaker
Van Buren vs Whigs on slavery in territories and Texas
A New York Express dispatch argues against Martin Van Buren and defends Whig unity on the slavery question, linking Van Buren to proslavery measures and Texas expansion. It critiques his 1844 war stance and accuses him of political opportunism while urging Whig perseverance and loyalty to free soil principles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Express
New York
Congress
House of Representatives
Martin van Buren
Texas
Henry Clay
Raleigh
Whig
James K. Polk
Satan
Mr. van Buren
White House
Polk
Clay
Union
Sdmé
Lewis Cass
Blore
Clow‘k
Philanthrophy
van Buren Party
Proslavery and Free Soil party tensions in Congress
The fragment contrasts pro-slavery and anti Wilmot Proviso aims with Free Soil Whigs pressing for key party divisions. It rails against defection to the Whigs and cites a president elected for the Republic’s genius and glory, who serves only the country.
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House of Representatives
Ohio
Free Soil
Whig Party
Congress
General Tayler and the Ordinance of 1787
In a 1848 debate context, letters discuss General Taylor and the 1787 Ordinance as constitutional and acceptable. The Wilmot Proviso posture is examined, with a friend of Gen Taylor asserting he’d not veto or obstruct its passage, citing executive and legislative harmony. The piece cites Cass letters and Virginia legislative anecdotes, framing political maneuvering and humor.
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Fayler
Congress
New Haven
Gen. Taylor
Cour
Free Soil
Washington
Taylor
Webster
Clay
Cass
Wilmot
Ann Arbor
Washieton
Doyle
Senate
Democratic Party
House
R.S. Wises
Lew
Fiuses
Senate Chamber
Davis
Mass
Battle era politics taints Taylor support in Congress
In a wartime clash between General Taylor and Locofoco editors in the United States, Cass votes to censure Taylor, fueling a partisan struggle. The piece notes Cass’s bitter opposition and the Senate’s eventual rejection of his plan, with staunch senators favoring Taylor as a presidential candidate.
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Taylor
Buena Vista
Locofoco
United States
Congress
Santa Anna
Locofocos
Cass
Eral
Rio ‘Grande
Gen. Taylor
St. Lowis New Pra
Whigs Face Critique Of Principles In Debate
A condensed opinion piece argues the Whigs lack principles. It states their former ideals are abandoned and their current stance is corrupt and dangerous in the political context.
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Lacofeco
Jeremiah Morrow Praised by Gen Taylor for Presidency
A Baton Rouge visit reveals Gen Taylor expressing high regard for Jeremiah Morrow of Ohio as the best man to preside over the nation. He claims Morrow is the purest, most honest, and incorruptible figure fit for any station.
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Jeremiah Morrow
Ohio
CIA
Chron
Lewis Cass Views for the Chicago Convention
The Grand River Eagle prints a translation of Lewis Cass’s letter to the Chicago Convention. It notes Cass’s involvement with Indians as agent and states it is due that the tribes should know his views on the important question. Cass references Michigan figures and places like Oak Grove Lewis Cass.
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Lewis Cass
Chicago
River Eagle
Government cautions Locofocas on overconfidence in Cass election
The Government organ warns Locofocas against indulging in overweening confidence in Gen. Cass’s election. It argues such confidence is unnecessary since Locofocas show no such luxury at the present time.
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Cass
Locofocas
Poetry as Flower of Literature and Nation’s Prose
The New York Atlas praises poetry as the flower of literature, likening it to the corn potatoes and meat of culture. It notes wit as the acid spice and pepper, love letters as honey and sugar, and remittance letters as apple dumplings.
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N.Y
Ohio elects Gen Stanaey Fone to top office
The Rough & Ready letter notes strong support for Gen Stanaey Fone as Ohio governor. It praises his practical, businesslike character and warns opponents of Whig rivals who oppose him as a threat to liberal principles. The piece underscores his rise from industry to public trust and State credit stability.
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Stanaey Fone
Ohio
Kentucky
Crittenden
Ford
Taylor's Record on Obedience to Slavery Press Law
The Dayton Journal notes Gen. Taylor never voted for or supported a law forcing deputy postmasters to burn abolitionist material where banned. It contrasts this with Martin Van Buren who did vote for such a law in 1836, implying Taylor loses current abolitionist support.
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Gen. Taylor
Martin van Buren
Dayton Jour
Preserve peaches by hot water sealing method
Clean peaches with hot water then wipe with coarse cloth. Pack in glass or earthen jars, cork and seal with wire or twine. Submerge in hot water to expel air, seal with wax. Peaches retain flavor and deliciousness for six months to a year when cooked later.
Never seek for a friend in a palace or try him at a feast
A saying warns against judging friendship by grand surroundings or social hospitality. It cautions that true friends show themselves in ordinary settings, not just during lavish occasions or ceremonial meals.
Mad River and Lake Erie Rail Road Reaches Springfield
The Mad River and Lake Erie Railroad now connects to Springfield linking with the Little Miami Railroad to provide Cincinnati to Sandusky service. Travelers may breakfast in Cincinnati and dine in Sandusky in hours, with September excursion tickets offered at 10 dollars to Sandusky and 16 dollars to Buffalo.
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Lake Erie
Mad ‘River
Springfield
Little Miami
Cincinnati
Sandusky
Sandusky City
Buffalo
New York
Curious Clocks and Java Water-Wonder Highlight Oddities
Curious clocks in China built for the Emperor by the East India Company fascinate with diamond birds and a hidden hammer striking bells. A Java plant sustains tiny creatures with dew and water droplets, then refills as heat returns. Also noted is a playful tale of two brides eloping on Niagara’s Maid of the Mist under a thunderous hymn.
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Strasburg
Lyons
France
China
East India Company
Ahothék
Plana
Java
Slade
Uhinois
Deven Wiebweow
Church of Papers
Emigration Society
Buffalo
Pally
Typian Nature Bad and Noble Deeds
The text argues that innate human virtue persists despite corruption and that once a traitor’s role ends those who benefited will reject him. It warns that initial praise gives way to disdain as infamy resurfaces among former allies.
Dutch Maid Seeks Dance Partner Hired Cavalier
The article notes that a Dutch maid may hire a cavalier to accompany her to a dance when she has no swain. It also mentions a bean with an aero receiving double pay, implying a humorous or curious detail in the same report.
Clam Advice Warns About Eating Shellfish
A newspaper reader recalls a cautionary tale about a family that fed clams to hogs and caused swelled and died animals when the hogs did not read the papers. The writer questions those who ignore the press and face danger from shellfish hazards.
West Morlarid Virginia Town Notables Claim History
The text notes West Morlarid Virginia a frigid town with a press claim of notable residents including a general and a minister. It references figures like Monroe and Henry Lee and mentions a declaration influenced by illness, but the passage is garbled.
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West
Morelarid
United States
Rousti
Monroe
Catbie
F Aaige
Rela ‘Marshall
Joant Henry Lee
Drunk Husband Reproached by Affectionate Wife
A husband, intoxicated, is rebuked by his wife who speaks bluntly about his brutish behavior. The exchange reveals a sharp, corrective moment in a tense domestic scene. The wife admits she came home drunk, highlighting mutual flaws and the sting of a backhanded but affectionate rebuke.
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Stiene Aching
Avith
Kentu shopper samples corded hat at Canal Street milliner
A Kentu resident visits a Canal Street milliner shop and notes an advertised variety of corded hats. While browsing, the shopper expresses interest in attempting one and considers the merchandise seen during the visit. The milliner’s assistant responds.
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Kentu Yeas
Canal St
Untitled snatch of dialogue on social propriety
A fragment from a satirical piece mocks a woman declaring kissing is nobody else’s business and dismisses outside judgments, reflecting era attitudes toward romance and propriety.
Francis’s Court Ladies Introduced By King’s Gallantry
Francis, the first monarch to bring ladies to his court, set a true gallantry style. He decreed that a hall without ladies felt like a year without spring or a spring without flowers.
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Francis
Country rustic speech reveals local manners in dialogue
A fragmentary dialogue shows a speaker offering something to a country girl described as a lass. The reply defends the lass and hints she can testify whenever needed, revealing rural speech patterns and social dynamics.
Tryst Ending Sparks Legal Review in City District
A man and a woman were reported in a private encounter that drew police attention. Officials confirm an inquiry is underway to determine any potential violations of public decency or local statutes.
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Tike
General Tayler
Mr. Doddridge
General Blackburn
Augusta
Gen. Blackburn
Barbour
Southside
Kyleros
Miss Souray
Foura
Mr. Kay
Speaker
Tyise
Dr. Fourray
Dr. Pourray
Mr. K
Kyle
Dr. Fouray
Suuthir
CNTEN
Citie
Leb
Albany
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