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Editorial
February 26, 1830
Constitutional Whig
Richmond, Virginia
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Editorial from The Constitutional Whig reflects on the Virginia legislature's adjournment as the end of the old government, praises its achievements, reports Senate rejection of a bill on seditious writings and prohibiting slave literacy (11-7 vote), and warns of vigorous opposition to the new constitution, urging supporters to act.
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The Constitutional Whig.
WEDNESDAY MORNING, FEB. 24, 1830.
The Legislature adjourned yesterday—the last that will sit under the old government—which with all its defects, one cannot see descending to the tomb with indifference. "Mighty men" it has reared, and an uncommon share of national happiness and prosperity, has been enjoyed under its mild sway; thoughts which touch the affections, and whose influence can only be controlled by the moral assurance that it had survived its capacity of being serviceable, and will be succeeded by one better adapted to the altered condition of the people.
The Senate rejected the Bill concerning Seditious Writings, and prohibiting teaching slaves to read and write, by a vote of 11 to 7. The severity attempted, defeated any new provision.
The New Constitution.—Opposition to the adoption of the new Constitution, will undoubtedly be more vigorous and serious, than its friends have imagined. We have no idea that it will be availing, but a combination of the small counties—might endanger its acceptance. We therefore admonish its friends, particularly in the Valley, to be up and doing. Information from various quarters, enables us to say that the minority will lose nothing by want of activity.
WEDNESDAY MORNING, FEB. 24, 1830.
The Legislature adjourned yesterday—the last that will sit under the old government—which with all its defects, one cannot see descending to the tomb with indifference. "Mighty men" it has reared, and an uncommon share of national happiness and prosperity, has been enjoyed under its mild sway; thoughts which touch the affections, and whose influence can only be controlled by the moral assurance that it had survived its capacity of being serviceable, and will be succeeded by one better adapted to the altered condition of the people.
The Senate rejected the Bill concerning Seditious Writings, and prohibiting teaching slaves to read and write, by a vote of 11 to 7. The severity attempted, defeated any new provision.
The New Constitution.—Opposition to the adoption of the new Constitution, will undoubtedly be more vigorous and serious, than its friends have imagined. We have no idea that it will be availing, but a combination of the small counties—might endanger its acceptance. We therefore admonish its friends, particularly in the Valley, to be up and doing. Information from various quarters, enables us to say that the minority will lose nothing by want of activity.
What sub-type of article is it?
Constitutional
Press Freedom
Slavery Abolition
What keywords are associated?
Old Government
New Constitution
Seditious Writings
Slave Literacy
Legislature Adjournment
Constitutional Reform
What entities or persons were involved?
Legislature
Senate
Small Counties
Valley
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Transition From Old To New Virginia Constitution
Stance / Tone
Reflective Support For New Constitution With Warning Against Opposition
Key Figures
Legislature
Senate
Small Counties
Valley
Key Arguments
Old Government Produced Mighty Men And Prosperity Despite Defects
Senate Rejected Severe Bill On Seditious Writings And Slave Literacy 11 7
Opposition To New Constitution Will Be Vigorous From Small Counties
Friends Of New Constitution Must Actively Counter Minority Efforts