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November 5, 1848
The New York Herald
New York, New York County, New York
What is this article about?
Letter from Judge M'Lean in Boston on Nov. 4, 1848, published in the Traveller, opposing slavery extension, doubting sincerity of others, and calling for moral reform over political leadership for preserving government.
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Letter from Hon. Judge M'Lean.
Boston, Nov. 4, 1848.
A letter has been received here from Judge M'Lean, of Ohio, and published in the Traveller. He gives no indication as to his vote, but says that his situation prevents him from making any active efforts, or giving an expression of his opinion, in regard to the Presidency of the United States.
He says that he is opposed to the extension of slavery, and wishes he could believe that all who express the same opinion, were sincere. He says, our Government can only be preserved by rousing the moral energies of the people, on the great subject of reform, and adds, that there is no reform to be hoped for under the lead of political prize-fighters.
Letter from Hon. Judge M'Lean.
Boston, Nov. 4, 1848.
A letter has been received here from Judge M'Lean, of Ohio, and published in the Traveller. He gives no indication as to his vote, but says that his situation prevents him from making any active efforts, or giving an expression of his opinion, in regard to the Presidency of the United States.
He says that he is opposed to the extension of slavery, and wishes he could believe that all who express the same opinion, were sincere. He says, our Government can only be preserved by rousing the moral energies of the people, on the great subject of reform, and adds, that there is no reform to be hoped for under the lead of political prize-fighters.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Judge Mclean
Slavery Opposition
Political Reform
1848 Presidency
What entities or persons were involved?
Hon. Judge M'lean
Where did it happen?
Boston
Story Details
Key Persons
Hon. Judge M'lean
Location
Boston
Event Date
Nov. 4, 1848
Story Details
Judge M'Lean writes from Ohio, expressing opposition to the extension of slavery and skepticism about the sincerity of others who share this view. He states his situation prevents active efforts or opinion on the Presidency. He believes government preservation requires rousing moral energies for reform, not under political leaders.