07 May 1839
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Newspaper
The Philanthropist
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1839
Page
1
Advertisement notice for The Philanthropist weekly, Cincinnati Ohio, published by James Boyle agent, pricing two dollars fifty cents in advance with yearly renewal options, discounts for multiple insertions, and mailing details for editorial and business correspondence.
A dense critique arguing Henry Clay and other slaveholders tolerate or promote slavery to preserve national harmony. It condemns abolitionists and urges preservation of the Union, citing insurrection fears, the South Carolina railroad banking bill, and a Kentucky stance against northern dominance. It includes a Quincy Anti-Slavery Society report and calls for abolition.
The article outlines a pledge to use lawful, humane methods to abolish slavery in the United States. It commits to exposing the sins of slavery, urging freeing the oppressed, and elevating free people of color through religion and education while opposing violent self vindication.
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