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Letter to Editor
October 21, 1844
Lynchburg Virginian
Lynchburg, Virginia
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James Dolan writes to the editors of the Lynchburg Virginian to deny rumors that he has deserted the Whig party and joined the Locofocos, affirming his unwavering support for Henry Clay in the 1844 presidential election due to Clay's ability, honesty, patriotism, and the nation's debt of gratitude to him.
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A False Report caught on the wing!
We heard, equally to our astonishment and regret, a day or two since, that our staunch Whig friend, James Dolan, had bolted at the eleventh hour. The following note from that gentleman nails the false rumor to the counter. It is multum in parvo.
To the Editors of the Lynchburg Virginian.
Gentlemen:—I regret very much to trouble you at this time, but my invalid situation leaves me no other resource than to trespass on your kindness. I have last evening been informed by a friend that it was currently reported through town that I had deserted the Whig ranks and joined the Locos, and that I would not vote for Henry Clay, on any account. All of which I pronounce to be a LIE: yes a LIE, without a shadow of foundation.
Inasmuch as my traducers have not (so far as I have heard) given the reasons why I should not vote for Henry Clay, I will here state, for their special information, the reasons why I shall (if living) vote for him, not only in preference to Mr. Polk, but in preference to any other man living—because I believe he possesses the ability, the honesty and patriotism to carry out the Whig principles, by which only can this country be great, independent and prosperous. Whilst I believe, on the other hand, should Locofocoism be in the ascendant, it would have a contrary effect, and be subversive of our dearest and best interests.
I shall vote for Henry Clay, because the American people owe him a debt of gratitude which the present generation never can repay—they can, and will, however, pay an installment, by bestowing on him the highest office in their gift, which he no doubt will fill with honor to himself and benefit to the nation. Posterity will do the balance,
I am, gentlemen with great respect,
your obedient servant,
JAS. DOLAN.
October 18, 1844.
We heard, equally to our astonishment and regret, a day or two since, that our staunch Whig friend, James Dolan, had bolted at the eleventh hour. The following note from that gentleman nails the false rumor to the counter. It is multum in parvo.
To the Editors of the Lynchburg Virginian.
Gentlemen:—I regret very much to trouble you at this time, but my invalid situation leaves me no other resource than to trespass on your kindness. I have last evening been informed by a friend that it was currently reported through town that I had deserted the Whig ranks and joined the Locos, and that I would not vote for Henry Clay, on any account. All of which I pronounce to be a LIE: yes a LIE, without a shadow of foundation.
Inasmuch as my traducers have not (so far as I have heard) given the reasons why I should not vote for Henry Clay, I will here state, for their special information, the reasons why I shall (if living) vote for him, not only in preference to Mr. Polk, but in preference to any other man living—because I believe he possesses the ability, the honesty and patriotism to carry out the Whig principles, by which only can this country be great, independent and prosperous. Whilst I believe, on the other hand, should Locofocoism be in the ascendant, it would have a contrary effect, and be subversive of our dearest and best interests.
I shall vote for Henry Clay, because the American people owe him a debt of gratitude which the present generation never can repay—they can, and will, however, pay an installment, by bestowing on him the highest office in their gift, which he no doubt will fill with honor to himself and benefit to the nation. Posterity will do the balance,
I am, gentlemen with great respect,
your obedient servant,
JAS. DOLAN.
October 18, 1844.
What sub-type of article is it?
Persuasive
Political
What themes does it cover?
Politics
What keywords are associated?
Henry Clay
Whig Party
Locofoco
1844 Election
Rumor Denial
James Polk
Political Support
What entities or persons were involved?
Jas. Dolan
Editors Of The Lynchburg Virginian
Letter to Editor Details
Author
Jas. Dolan
Recipient
Editors Of The Lynchburg Virginian
Main Argument
james dolan denies rumors of deserting the whig party and joining the locofocos, declaring he will vote for henry clay over james k. polk or any other due to clay's superior ability, honesty, patriotism, and the nation's debt of gratitude to him.
Notable Details
Pronounces The Rumor A 'Lie' Without Foundation
Praises Whig Principles For National Greatness
Contrasts With Locofocoism As Subversive
Mentions Debt Of Gratitude To Clay, With Posterity To Repay The Balance