08 May 1838
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Newspaper
The Philanthropist
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1838
Page
1
A fragment from a weekly publication listing publisher details for James Boyle in Cincinnati Ohio. It notes subscription terms two dollars fifty cents in advance and three dollars after one year with directed mail to the publishing agent.
Pittsburgh February 14 1838 a delegate recounts a visit to Washington and slave pens. He records a slave keeper’s brutal methods including paddling and shackles, discusses slave traders Franklin Armfield and the fear of the southern voyage, and urges abolitionists to see the horrors firsthand. He notes conversations with slaveholders and supporters, condemns Maryland and southern treatment, and urges petitions and reform.
At a 3d inst meeting in Amesville O on April 3 the Amesville Anti Slavery Society approved a series of resolutions. They demand immediate abolition of slavery in the District of Columbia and in territories, ban slave trade between states, and oppose new slaveholding states. They urge jury trials for fugitives, repeal laws denying colored children schooling, and equal rights. they endorse voting for candidates who will advance these aims and warn against party manipulation of the ballot. They condemn attempts to stifle discussion and restraint on petitions, seeking to purify legislature and curb slavery.
A published letter from March 23 1838 argues slavery is a sin contradicted by Scripture. It denounces modern Christians and D D s who justify oppression, invokes Deborah and Barak, and warns of divine judgment on America for slavery’s evils. The writer urges readers to study divine revelation and rejects calumny against abolitionist positions.
At a Felicity meeting on April 13 1838 the Clermont County Anti Slavery Society passed resolutions condemning resort to force by abolitionists slaves or slaveholders and urging the church to bear witness against slavery. The group ordered publication in county papers and Philanthropist and scheduled a July meeting in Williamsburg at 11 oclock.
Joseph Shaw denounces infidelity and oppression as sins that invite divine judgment on America and slavery. He urges Bible study and prayer to avert God’s wrath, supports abolition, and calls for civic action to end oppression. Charles Daniel adds notes on abolition organizing and benevolent societies.
An 1838 Mount Pleasant letter narrates a Tennessee boat voyage where slave sales exposed religiously professed men as traders. The account contrasts compassion with cruelty, detailing a pregnant enslaved woman and a price dispute over her unborn child.
A letter suggests small communities should mainly correspond with and report to a central authority to increase power and unity of action, save time, labor, and money. The idea aims to streamline governance for townships and similar societies.
A reader argues for truth in the death of Alton’s martyr, contrasting civil power and Christian mercy. Biblical references defend spiritual warfare over earthly force, urging unity through faith and the weaponry of God while condemning public disapproval of abolitionist actions.
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