RARE ANDREW JACKSON POLITICAL BROADSIDE

"Although the “base panderers of a corrupt coalition,” have almost exhausted the vocabulary of falsehood and vituperation, in order to prevent his being elected to the Presidency in 1828, he yet enjoys the fullest confidence of the Republicans of the U.S"

Large Political broadside from the important 1828 election: “A Biographical Chart, Exhibiting, at One View, The Principle Events In the Life Of General Andrew Jackson...Compiled by the most recent authorities, by Noah J.T. George." Five columns on one large intricately bordered early printed page. It begins:

 “Andrew Jackson, the Hero of New Orleans
and the people’s candidate for the Presidency…”

The election of 1828 was seminal election in American history. It was the first election which was to be decided by popular vote and featured a rematch between incumbent President John Quincy Adams and chief rival Andrew Jackson. Since the 1824 election and the 4 long years of a “corrupt bargain” presidency, his supporters worked hard to elevate Jackson’s record and his noble heroic character.

The campaign was the first true mud-slinging contest and charges against Jackson were malicious. He was accused of murder for executing militia deserters and dueling. In addition, he and his wife were accused of adultery. This Biographical Chart was an obvious attempt to combat the scurrilous attacks made on the General:

“Altho’ the friends of Gen. Jackson have been disappointed by means “bargain, intrigue and management,” yet they are not discouraged: Although the “base panderers of a corrupt coalition,” have almost exhausted the vocabulary of falsehood and vituperation, in order to prevent his being elected to the Presidency in 1828, he yet enjoys the fullest confidence of the Republicans of the U.S. …every action of his life has been misrepresented."

The writer makes bold allusion at the end to the man at center of the controversial “corrupt bargain,” Henry Clay:

“[Jackson] still retains that ardent patriotism…and his future advancement rests upon a more permanent foundation than mere CLAY.”

The last column contains two verses, one “The Hunters of Kentucky and Battle of New Orleans” and one untitled which reads:

“The crown’d heads of Europe may plot and may plan / The downfall of Freedom and Slavery of man / With Jackson our leader, and God our Reliance / United, we fear no the “Holy Alliance.”

Printed by Isaac Hill, Concord. Hill was vigorous newspaper editor and part of the highly organized Jacksonian party. Hill’s efforts for works such as this paid off. He would later be brought into the White House by Jackson upon election and become one of his confidential advisers known as his “kitchen cabinet.” 20” x 15”. Age toning, heavier at center and cross fold marks, creases and lightly ruffled edges, else VG. An exceptionally rare broadside from a very important election. $1,500 - up

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