Virginia Election Tidings and Oregon Negotiations
Virginia reports indicate a Democratic sweep across House seats and a Senate majority with mentions of key districts and candidates. The Oregon negotiation continues with cautious optimism for a peaceful, amicable resolution between the United States and Britain, despite British pressure. A Deaf and Dumb couple's church wedding in Allen Street is described as solemn and impressive.
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Peedway
Pittsylvania
Uabarb
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Albemarle
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Richmond
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Newton
Bedinger
Safferson
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Taylor
Shenandoah
Chapman
Meares
W. G. Brown
Monongalia
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John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
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J. S. Pendleton
Jone
Seddon
Blunter
Tredway
Brown
Comcion
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Jina
Beavers
Aeldom
Knethay
Cary
Rentleman
Democratic Territorial Convention Set for June Madison
The Democratic Central Committee announces a Territorial Convention to select a delegate to Congress, to be held at the Capitol in Madison on June 25. Delegates are apportioned across counties, and county committees are urged to organize meetings for full representation. Signed by G Knapp, George Hyer, J Mills, L F Kellogg, W Wells.
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Wiacotiain
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G. Knapp
George Hyer
J. Mills
L. F. Kellogg
WM. Wells
Genteat Committee
Laws of Wisconsin Ready for Distribution to Counties
The laws of last session are completed and prepared for distribution. Fifty copies have been sent to the Registers of Deeds in Grant Town Rock Racine Milwaukee Washington Juneau and Jefferson counties. Additional copies will go to other counties as opportunities arise.
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Juneau
Jefferson
Tariff Folly Sparked by Montour Iron Works Expansion
A Danville Intelligencer note mocks Whig tariff praise as it highlights Montour Iron Company plans to erect 120 houses beside a nearing rolling mill. The piece argues tariffs shift the tax burden to consumers and enable iron firms to expand, urging readers to question who bears the cost.
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Danville
Montour Iron Company
J Wilwaukee Sentinel
Pennsylvania
Poe
Sgedison
Wood End
Montour
Farmers suffer under tariff policies and wage disputes
The article argues against government employment of labor and defends free labor by farmers and mechanics. It contends tariffs raise iron prices, hurt consumers, and profit only makers of iron while farmers bear the burden. It criticizes protective policy as ruinous and notes frost damage and local editor remarks.
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United States
Wisconsin Statehood Question and Territorial Deliberations
A Wisconsin territorial debate over forming a state government and seeking Congress approval. The article contrasts Illinois and Michigan paths, warns against premature sovereignty, and argues the choice of delegate will shape Wisconsin’s path to statehood.
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Wiakeo
Savoie
My Country and the Right or Wrong Debate
A reader comments on the phrase my country right or wrong, contrasting it with calls for principled patriotism. The letter argues nations resemble individuals and moral restraint should govern conduct with other nations as with neighbors. It compares expedient honesty to a heartless father urging get money by any means.
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Decatur
Countrer
Chicago Democrat
Pon
President obeys Congress on annexation plan amid conflict
The Milwaukee Sentinel excerpt argues the President acted within congressional bounds by choosing a path under Walker’s amendment to joint resolutions on Texas annexation. It contrasts plans and accuses critics of treachery while asserting both Houses directed the executive to decide between alternatives and proceed lawfully.
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Banton
Love
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Congress
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Bown
Milwaukee Sentinel
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Texas
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House of Repesentatives
Flonge
Turkey Gobbler Tours Wisconsin Capitol, Returns Home
A Mount Sureau turkey raised near Madison traveled ten miles with legs tied, then rode in a wagon box back to Madison, later preferring the Wisconsin state capital. The strange homeward journey highlights the odd tale from the Sentinel.
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Mount Sureau
Line County
W. T
Madison
Oslin
Cattage Grove
Tun Tiles
Donot
Wisconsin
Turkey
Pennsylvania and Massachusetts in tariff debate over monopolies
The piece argues Pennsylvanians should oppose protection and monopoly, highlighting Massachusetts manufacturers and coal iron interests. It warns tariffs hurt the working majority while enriching factory owners and wealthy financiers. It decries the money power and calls for reform to end corruption in government.
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United States
Peenegtvania
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Massachusetts
Massachusette
Cocton
India
United Stawe
England
New England
Ube Kiwse
Maspichiseda
Mmanefietoring Corporationa
Congress
General Jackson Letter From Hermitage Dates April 23
A fragmentary letter from the Hermitage dated April 23, attributed to Andrew Jackson junior, reports improved health for General Jackson though still feeble. The missive notes divine providence guiding his return home and expresses willingness to travel when his condition allows.
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Hermitage
Asdte Jack‘son, Jr
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