District Of Columbia Daily News
Expedition West Headed By Army
In order to greatly enhance the speed of our never stopping movement of civilization over the western expanses of our great Continent, Secretary of State, John Quincy Adams has issued a notice that an armed expeditionary, scouting, and scientific force, was to make way, up the Missouri River, hopefully tracking a reliable route for our settlers to take, to meet the Pacific Coastline. Details were hard to come by, as Quincy, ever the modest man seemed to almost deliberately give as little information as possible. What we do know, is that the expedition is to be headed by a young Captain, by the name of Robert Edward Lee, a native of the state of Virginia, veteran of the Spanish-American War, and a career army man.
Captain Lee, and a band of upwards of 50 soldiers, along with several notable men of science, and more then a few Indian scouts, are supposed to leave from a point, yet to be determined, and hopefully reach the Grand Pacific by this time next year, or that and another six-months. Past that, Adams wasn't clear on much, save for the fact that this expedition was not to expand the power of the United States directly, more over, to expand our current understanding of the West's Geography, Zoology and Ethnology, with hopeful overtures being made to the savages that still reside along the Missouri River. With the good-Lord willing, this expedition will provide an ample route for our more pioneering citizenry to take, bringing with them civilization, Christianity, and the good old American flag.
Opinion: Cherokee Debate Splits Congress
Shortly after President Harrison's declaration that, the Cherokee 'nation' (learn to use that word sparingly) should be allowed to inhabit land that belongs to the good people of these United States, debate broke out in Congress in regards to how, politically, these savages, or rather, reformed savages should be handled. Some, radical members of the House, from the states of Connecticut and Rhode Island, claim that, by recognizing their right to rule their own land, and by extension, their sovereignty as an independent nation, we are obligated to treat them as we would any other nation. Which is truly laughable, not only in my eyes, but in a vast majority of Congress. Representatives from the newest state, West Florida have even seemed to of taken the lead in Congressional debate, with House Representative and member of the National Party, Adam Brandt claiming that Harrison has taken the interests of the reformed savages, over his very own brother citizens.
Harrison, a Veteran of the Great Ohio War in 1811, and the Swedish War of 1817, has apparently lost his stomach for wars, no matter how just, and favorable to the United States they may be. What he was presented with, was a rag-tag group of indians, wearing petticoats, hats and using old Spanish muskets. The type of rabble a single company of infantry could brush away with ease. Yet, instead of ensuring our West-ward expansion continues safely, and unmolested, he has thrown these uncivilized dogs a bone, and allowed them to continue their lives, pretending to be a righteous, self-governing people. Those savages might have tricked Old Willy Harrison, but they have not pulled the wool over all of our eyes.
Opinion: The Quiet War To The North
It seems that our growth as a nation has once again, come into conflict with the Swedes. Now, our settlers of the frontier, need not only worry about savage heathens, scalping their wives and children in the night, but they must also worry about Swedish 'militia' doing much of the same. It seems in their haste to fight their own Indians, they've mistaken good American Citizens as the enemy, something that hopefully will not be forgotten. When one cannot distinguish between savage foe, and civilized friend, especially in an area where it is so clearly defined, I think it best to act in a manner according to their apparent want. If they want to view us Americans as savage usurpers, then why not?
It seems that our territorial expansion, and of course, our Republicanism, has directly conflicted with their colonialism, and this Ojibwe War is but a good opportunity to spread the Swedish Monarchy's reach, deep into the heart of
our continent. So I think President Harrison should go to war with these Colonials? No. But I do think that every man, woman, and child entering the area should view the Swedes for what they really are- as savage as the Ojibwe they fight. It is in our best interest to protect the rights, and lives of our citizenry, even as far north as Vinland. Send money, send guns, and send your hearts to our pioneers in the region. What the army of these United States can't do, hopefully, our militias can.
From the Office of John Q. Adams, United States Secretary of State
To the Swedish Embassy
We wish you the best in your war with the Obijwe people in Vinland. Yet, we must condemn the actions of your settlers, in their hostile conduct towards our own people. Should more Americans die under the fire from one of your roving bands of settlers, we will be forced to act accordingly.
To President Calvo
Congratulations on your independence. Circumstances, aside, we hope that the United States of America, and yourselves, will have a mutually beneficial, and fruitful relationship in the years to come. We'd be happy to establish an embassy in Panama City, and must encourage you to establish your own, here in Washington. Aside from that, President Harrison wishes to make it clear, that should you so wish, economic aid, from the United States government, can easily be allotted to help 'get you off your feet' (as they say).
Hopefully, our relationship will be most fruitful to both of our nations. Should you wish for closer relations, we'd be happy to make certain our actions do not conflict with your own best interests, and vice-versa.
