December 16, 1852, marked a peculiar day in the nation’s capital, Washington D.C. As the newsroom of The Evening Star newspaper bustled with activity, a stark reality set in: the post-election news slump had descended upon the city. The first edition of The Star on this day was remarkably thin, devoid of significant news, reflecting the somnolent mood that gripped the nation. President-elect Millard Fillmore, the last of the Whig Presidents, was busily packing his belongings, preparing to hand over the reins of power.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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