Democratic Republicans rally as federal conspiracy exposed
The Watchman letter from Danville on August 8, 1822 laments federalist plots to tilt county elections, claims an Harrisburg scheme to elect sheriffs, names candidates in Columbia and Morrisburg, praises democracy, and urges rally to defend republican ideals. It also notes counterfeit money scarcity and recommends Isaac Kline for election.
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United States
John Adams
Harrisburg
James Ross
Columbia County
Morrisburg
Danville
Watchman
Alexander Colly Nominated for Representative Seat
A Bloom citizen commends Alexander Colly for the Columbia courtship seat, noting frequent mention by neighbors and acquaintances. The writer argues Colly’s modest merit, talents, and steady principles merit public confidence and patronage as a candidate.
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Columbia
Alexander Colly
Hs Neighboure
Arquainienc
Ceniteman
Stick to the ticket and defend the democracy
A countywide appeal urges Democrats to stay loyal to their ticket amid attacks on federalists. The author recalls past slights and warns against swing votes, calling for unity to defeat federalist designs and preserve republican governance.
Fishing Creek Politically Charged Call to Rally Support
A fragment from Fishing Creek urging unity against opponents seeking to disrupt the plan. The message emphasizes opposing federalist schemes and sticking to the ticket with resolve and allegiance.
State Affairs and the South Delaware Democrats Unite
A cordial union of all south democrats opposes the administration, deeming Pennsylvania disgraced and despoiled by federal rulers. As elections near, duties to the commonwealth and the republican party grow in importance, urging sacrifice to redeem and reinstate the state.
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Brance
Itis Fox
Paty
Pennsylvania
Commonwealth
Stray notices from Catawissa to Readings area farms
Public notices in old records report strays near Catawissa on July 23 involving a milch cow and a white cow with red along the sides and a grey mare, with a reward for recovery. Additional notices describe stray lambs in Mahoning township and bonds in Readings borough with intent to pay or dispute, dated 1822 and 1821.
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Catawissa
Casper Rhoads
Lawrence Fleming
Pint Township
Northumberland County
Mahoning Townsuin
Vanville
William Hays Auoust
Jacob KR. Bover
Readig
Limestone
Columbia County
Harrison
Haison
Bayer
Poynet
Rober
Gray Archibald & Ray
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Columbie County
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Fishing Creek Township
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BLOOM
Federatists
Samuel Webb
Sarvey
John Uaderwood
Sam. Webb
Miullers
Aristocra
Armen
Agai
Union
Petrikin
State Affairs
David Fausey
Uzal Hopkins
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