23 Oct 1838
Page 7
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Newspaper
The Philanthropist
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1838
Page
7
The text argues abolitionist principles stand above parties and warns moderating support, urging abolitionists to back leaders who favor human rights and withdraw support from those who oppose liberty. It emphasizes unity, vigilance, and independent action beyond partisan lines.
The article reviews election results in counties like Cuyahoga and Clermont, noting Whig tickets won while Abolitionist stances varied. It argues that answering Abolition questions favorably did not hurt Whigs and urges consistent anti slavery candidates, warning that abstaining or hostility harms liberty growth.
The writer argues against voter abstention when both candidates oppose abolition. Dr. Duncan won by 176 votes. If 250 Abolition voters in the district had not voted in recent elections, the outcome would be clear and widely known that two hundred votes could have shifted the result.
A newly opened school in Red Oak Brown County Ohio invites all children regardless of color. About 50 students attended last session including 12 to 14 colored scholars. Despite opposition and threats to burn the schoolhouse teaching follows standard curricula with two five month sessions yearly. Tuition runs four to six dollars per session with boarding nearby at one dollar weekly. Next session begins November 1. Trustees John Shepherd Gordon Hopkins Isaac Sutherland Ripley Brown County Ohio.
A historical note praises Joseph Sturge and his book The West Indies in 1837 for exposing conditions of enslaved populations in Antigua Montserrat Dominica St Lucia Barbados and Jamaica. It credits his narrative with influencing abolitionist action including the end of apprenticeship and inspires admiration from figures like George Thompson and Lord Brougham.
A reply to a Pittsburgh Conference critique condemns slander and misrepresentation while urging restraint. The Philanthropist notes a clash over editorial fairness and quotes harsh characterizations by clerical writers.
A dispute unfolds between Christian Statesman and Philanthropist over publishing Liberia and Colonization material. The Philanthropist offered a six to twelve month plan to print Abolition content alongside State House debates, while the Statesman rejected the offer citing bias and safety for the colony.
From the Peoria Register, one of the best papers west, the paragraph notes abolitionism is growing troublesome in Illinois.
The Canton Herald editorial reports a growing discord over abolition troubles in the village. It notes rejected communications from both sides, and a rule to publish anti slavery meeting proceedings while excluding personal commentary. The piece urges open discussion and praises sincere pursuit of truth and justice.
The Ohio State Anti-Slavery Society complains that Governor Vance and Wilson Shannon refused to answer four questions on slavery in DC, Texas annexation, jury rights, and Ohio race restrictions. They argue the silence shows dishonorable timidity and contempt for abolitionists.
The Cincinnati Gazette editor mocks abolitionists and claims Governor Vance should be honored for not acknowledging abolition interrogations. The piece questions the value of contempt as a weapon and notes the repeated disdain toward abolitionists.
A 19th century echo in the Herald of Freedom sees George Thompson urged to speak while others in Emancipator and Christian Reflector doubt his timing. The piece notes mixed abolitionist opinions on foreign interference and Thompson’s right to address audiences.
The Great Agitator responds to American ambassador Stevenson by publishing his Birmingham speech paragraph and the alleged contradictions. He asserts the report is accurate and condemns slave breeding, urging Europe to confront North American slavery. He cites Virginia plantations, the cruelty of breeding slaves, and calls for abolitionist action nationwide.
The Peoria Register records a two day convention of emancipation supporters held in Hennepin Putnam County on September 19 and 20 1838. Rev Chauncy Cook presided with Rev James H Dickey as chair and John Lewis as secretary. The body formed a five member planning committee and discussed publishing the Genius of Universal Emancipation by Benjamin Lundy and advancing universal rights. The meeting adjourned after prayer and resumed with reports and resolutions endorsing abolitionist aims.
The Utica meeting of the N Y State Re Society opened with prayer and a strong annual report read by Goodell and Chaplin. Afternoon sessions debated political action with nineteen resolutions by Goodell, followed by lively fundraising and a busy crowd including Y M D delegates.
The Emancipator notes the death of Mrs Birney wife of Mr James Birney praising her steadfast support of abolition and her virtues through protracted illness and the loss of six children. The piece expresses sympathy for Birney and his six surviving children and hopes for divine comfort.
A long list from October 6 to 19 records payments and pledges for Colored Schools and the Ohio Anti Slavery Book Depository. Donors include Maria Lee New Athens William Lee Greenfield A S Wm Wattles Rev J Rankin Rev Thos Burgess and many individuals from Logan Greenfield and Cincinnati with amounts ranging from 1 25 to 56 dollars and 38 00 total cited by treasurer H Nye and Wn Dosatnsox.
The readable line shows scattered commodity prices and measures such as barrel, bush, and ton values with erratic figures. Units and contexts are incomplete, hindering clear interpretation of the market snapshot.
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