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Meigs County times (1843-1848)
Content Provider | Library of Congress - Newspapers |
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Temporal Coverage | 1843-1848 |
Description | Established on November 1, 1843, the Meigs County Times of Pomeroy, Ohio, marked the inception of journalism in southeastern Ohio's Meigs County. Founded by Zaccheus Beatty, it staunchly supported the Whig Party's interests. Notable figures like Orlando B. Chapman and Robert T. Van Horn contributed to its editorial content. The paper underwent name changes and ownership transitions, evolving into the Meigs County Telegraph by 1848. Advocating Republican principles after the Whig Party's dissolution in 1854, it tackled issues like abolitionism. Despite financial struggles, it remained influential, leaving a legacy of political activism and community engagement in Meigs County. NDLI hosts contents from/of year 1844 of this newspaper. |
Online Computer Library Center | 11890479 |
Library of Congress Control Number | sn85038189 |
Language | English |
Access Restriction | Open |
Jurisdiction | United States of America |