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Editorial
April 22, 1848
Alexandria Gazette
Alexandria, Alexandria County, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
An 1848 Alexandria editorial criticizes Congress for debating a local slave abduction case, arguing it is unnecessary and should be left to courts for punishment of abductors and recovery of property by owners. It dismisses Joshua Giddings' role and hopes for quick resolution.
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ALEXANDRIA.
SATURDAY MORNING, APRIL 22, 1848.
It seems to us that there never was a more unnecessary subject introduced into the deliberations of Congress, than the one which has disturbed both houses for the last day or two.— Certain individuals have violated the law, in being concerned in the abduction of certain slaves from this section of the country. The parties implicated, abductors and abducted, have all been promptly arrested, and brought within the power of the laws. There let them remain. The guilty will be punished, the owners of the slaves will recover their property.— Why should Congress meddle or make with the matter? The effervescence of the moment in Washington, we dare say, will quietly subside, and every thing move on in a tranquil and peaceful state. The curvetting of Mr. Giddings, and the rudeness exhibited towards him, ought not to engross the attention of Congress. We hope, therefore, sincerely that there will be an end of this whole matter, or rather that it will all be left to the action of the Courts and juries of the country. Let the law prevail and justice have its course, and all will be right.
SATURDAY MORNING, APRIL 22, 1848.
It seems to us that there never was a more unnecessary subject introduced into the deliberations of Congress, than the one which has disturbed both houses for the last day or two.— Certain individuals have violated the law, in being concerned in the abduction of certain slaves from this section of the country. The parties implicated, abductors and abducted, have all been promptly arrested, and brought within the power of the laws. There let them remain. The guilty will be punished, the owners of the slaves will recover their property.— Why should Congress meddle or make with the matter? The effervescence of the moment in Washington, we dare say, will quietly subside, and every thing move on in a tranquil and peaceful state. The curvetting of Mr. Giddings, and the rudeness exhibited towards him, ought not to engross the attention of Congress. We hope, therefore, sincerely that there will be an end of this whole matter, or rather that it will all be left to the action of the Courts and juries of the country. Let the law prevail and justice have its course, and all will be right.
What sub-type of article is it?
Slavery Abolition
Crime Or Punishment
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Slave Abduction
Congressional Interference
Joshua Giddings
Local Courts
Slavery Enforcement
Legal Justice
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Giddings
Congress
Slave Owners
Abductors
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Opposition To Congressional Involvement In Local Slave Abduction Case
Stance / Tone
Advocating Judicial Handling Over Legislative Interference
Key Figures
Mr. Giddings
Congress
Slave Owners
Abductors
Key Arguments
Congress Debate On Slave Abduction Is Unnecessary
Abductors And Abducted Have Been Arrested And Should Face Local Laws
Guilty Parties Will Be Punished And Property Recovered Through Courts
Congress Should Not Meddle In Local Matters
Giddings' Actions Should Not Distract Congress
Let Courts And Juries Handle The Case For Justice