James K. Polk Inaugural Address...

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March 05, 1845

NEW YORK HERALD, New York, March 5, 1845. Page 2 of this issue features the following headlines:

* Highly Important from Washington
* The Inauguration of James K. Polk
* The New President
* Formation Of The New Cabinet
* The Inaugural Address

In his address Polk states, in part: "One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities or encroaching upon their rights. Minorities have a right to appeal to the Constitution as a shield against such oppression..."

Other news of the day includes: "Dies at Sea" "The Atlantic Steamships" "Serious Railroad Accident" and more.

This is a complete issue in 4 pages and is in nice condition. See photos for details.

Category: Pre-Civil War