30 Oct 1838
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Newspaper
The Philanthropist
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1838
Page
1
James Boyle publishing agent Te gazette directs letters to the editorial department and publisher. Advertises rates with fifty cents in advance and three dollars if paid after year end. Postage prepaid on all business communications to the publishing agent.
A fiery discourse argues that God will judge the nation for oppression of African and Indian peoples. Abolitionist appeals urge mercy, justice, and ending slavery, condemning hypocrisy in church and state, and warning that punishment will come unless reform occurs. The speaker calls for united action to overthrow slavery and promote true liberty.
A Granville convention discussion in Belmont County on funding slave purchases. Dr Patey argues against contributions as acknowledging slavery as property, urging focus on united action and broad abolition principles. The letter emphasizes free discussion, emancipation of all slaves, and directing effort toward decisive central aims.
A friend argues against forced rendition of fugitives, labeling it absurd to force state officers into an official act. The writer questions gubernatorial obligation under the Constitution and the Fugitive Slave era logic, suggesting state sovereignty and possible limits on federal power.
A clergyman from Indiana writes that the Indiana Society published officer names in its Proceedings without consent. He apologizes on behalf of officers not present at the convention and asks Vice-Presidents named to accept the public listing as sufficient apology.
The Indiana Congregational Association discussed the duty of American churches regarding slavery and resolved that slaveholding embodies all moral evils, including hatred of God, idolatry, profanity, Sabbath breaking, disobedience to parents, murder, adultery, theft, lying, and covetousness, and that the church must use scriptural means to remove this sin.
AGeauga County writer discusses abolitionism and Christian duty, urging readers to read anti slavery publications, challenging self serving motives, and recalling family ties to freedom. He highlights the moral imperative, cites biblical justice, and links local New England Friends to abolition.
A reader mails ideas to The Philanthropist urging discussion on emancipation. The writer notes slavery as a worldwide concern stirring civilized and savage quarters, awakening action among notable figures as events unfold.
At Scipio Ohio a meeting on August 27 1838 adopted a constitution for the Scipio Anti-Slavery Society auxiliary to the Ohio Anti Slavery Society. The group pledged immediate abolition and aimed to uplift people of color while diffusing light on the topic without force. About 55 signatures were collected.
A text argues abolitionists must not be bought by expediency and should vote against slavery. It discusses mingling religion with politics, the sin of omission toward the least of Jesus’ brethren, and defends pursuing policy from true religious principles. It stresses integrity over sectarian gain.
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