Henry Clay depicted as foe of democracy in 1820s critique
The article portrays Henry Clay as a betrayer of democracy after a European trip, accusing him of praising British banks, tariffs, and monarchist notions. It reviews his political shifts from opposition to a Bank to advocacy, his 1824 presidential bid, and his role in the 1825 Burn Bargain era, labeling him an enemy of Jacksonian democracy.
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Weill
Senate
Bates Bank
de Cohetintioh
Enitsafow Conntry &E
Will
Europe
Ble
Ife
America
LBL
England
Louis
Henry Clay
United States
Jackson
Clay
John Quincy Adams
House of Representatives
Kentucky
Get
Gen
Adams
Benedict Araki
Traior
Gen. Jackson
Oregon
Invkvon
Ol Hickory
Javhoan
Uniwd States Bank
Banke
Clay Himeet
Jotil
Huis
Mvebu
van Buren
Harrison
Wren
Rus
UW Inn
Slasdering Patriots of the Revolution in False Allegations
An opinion piece attacks political foes accusing Democrats of pandering to traitors and revisiting Revolutionary era figures. It cites Ezekiel Polk and James K. Polk relatives to challenge accusations of treason, arguing the Polish and Polk lineage disproves current allegations and urges reading the Documentary History of the American Revolution.
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Advocate Telly
North Carolina
Janus
Both
Clay
Dork
Poole
Washington Globe
James K. Polk
James Jack
Polk
Great Britain &c
Globe
Congress
Ezekiel Poll
Thomas Polk
Moekiet Pyle
Volunteer Rangers
William Polk
Ezeliel Polk
Voluneer Rangers
Organize Democrats of Tuscarawas County Now
The Cinginnali Enquirer urges Democrats to organize county wards and townships. It warns the approaching election and stresses counting every vote, forming blocks and districts, and keeping out dishonest ballots to defeat the Whig party. It calls for immediate, vigorous campaigning and full attendance at township meetings.
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Cinginnali Enquirer
Democratic Friends
Ohio
Whig Party
Priv Dell
Louisville
Ourage
Unclear early Ohio governorship debate letter criticizes Tod
A mangled opinion piece argues David Tod would be best Ohio governor despite a foolish letter. It contrasts Tod’s integrity with opponent Montreal Bartley, condemning Bartley as mercenary and aristocratic, while praising Tod’s statesmanship and the era’s political dynamics.
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David Tod Iso
Ohio
Cleveland
T'ao
Henry Clay
Montreal
Bartley
Dahih
Political letters and newspaper controversy in antebellum Ohio
In Georgetown and surrounding towns such as West Union and Guernsey County, readers see a heated political fray over Henry Clay and Martin Van Buren era loyalties. The missive recounts Polk and Clay reputations, public charges, and a call for further disclosure about alleged improprieties, amid a broader discussion of national political turmoil and a looming congressional session.
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L. Hamer
Georgetown
Ohio
Polk
Henry Clay
Crackey
Guernsey
Ghernsey
Pero
Chie
Mr. Gray
Crooks
Clay
Ghiy
Cambridge
Tewan
Mr. Crooks
Ibo
Aouth
Axtila
Congress
Mexico
Baltimore
Washington
Tyler
Lexus
Great and glorious triumph of the cause of liberty.
From the State Register a dramatic report claims overwhelming support for abolition across five states, praising democratic gains in Sangamon Morgan and Menard counties, noting Baker’s majorities and Whig losses. It frames the national federation as defeated and predicts a coming collapse of rival leadership, with varied county results and references to general political upheaval.
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Hines State Register
Nawan
Eteilioh
Gery
Setygamen
Morgan
Coil
Sangamon
Baker
Representatier
Menard
Tn Gass
Gilham
Scntt
Cass Elvets
Tazewell
Woodford
Calhoul
Scott
Mason
Logan
Hardin
Harrison
Mr. Job
Indiana and Missouri election chatter in State Sentinel
The State Sentinel-Extra reports complex returns from Indiana and Missouri, detailing Whig and Democratic gains, apportionment quirks, and predicted majorities. It cites Missouri's apparent Democratic lead and Ohio and Kentucky glimpses, plus a violent clash at polls and national tariff debate.
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Wdo
Liamer
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Indiana
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