Blaine Defense Quashes Union Pacific Bribe Accusation
In Harper's Weekly May 13 1836 George William Curtis cites charges against James G Blaine over alleged payments related to the Union Pacific affair. Blaine denies the accusations presenting testimony from bankers and company officials. He claims losses from Little Rock and Ft Smith bonds and asserts no fraudulent deals. He notes political motives behind the slander and urges a thorough inquiry if sought.
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Curtin
MR Blaine
Harper’s Weekly
George William Curtis
Democratic Party
Thomas Scott
Union Pacific Railroad Company
Scott
Blaine
E. H. Rollins
Messrs. Norton, Bliss & Co
Little Rock
Ft. Smith
Atlantic & Pacific
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Road
Little Rock Road
Democratic Investigating Committee
Cincinnati
House
Speaker
Union Pacific Railway Company
Missouri, Kansas & Texas Railroad Company
Ft. Smith Road
Congress
Issaries
Boston
Omaha
Sam
Soldiers Vote Records Across States During War
The piece analyzes how Pennsylvania, Ohio, Iowa, Michigan, California and Missouri plus Colorado allowed field soldiers to vote. It lists state totals, notes Libby and other camps, and estimates a likely Democratic advantage if federated troops were polled.
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Pennsylvania
Ohio
Iowa
Michigan
Sia
California
Missouri
Colorado
Ics
Libby
Taha
Foe Bees Es
Isk
New England
Pond's Extract Praised by Former Secretary in 36 Years Past
The text recalls John C. Spencer, former Secretary of War and Treasury, stating decades ago that Pond's Extract calms nervous agitation and is a gentle, soothing remedy. It claims the product not only relieves but cures aches and inflammations, emphasizing its safety and value to humanity.
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John C. Spencer
the Treasury
United States
Pond
Cannibalism talk condemned as cruel and indecent
Readers critique the repeated cannibalism debate as foolish and untimely, urging an end to the sensational chatter and urging restraint from sensational tongues and pens.
Independent Calls For Broader Presidential Candidate Review
The statement argues that judging a candidate’s fitness must include personal and moral character and conduct. It critiques restricting the assessment to policy or experience, labeling such omission indefensible and demands a more comprehensive evaluation.
Prohibition Party Nominates St. Joan and Daniels
Messrs. St. Joan and Daniels have formally accepted the nomination as the candidates of the prohibition party and will assist the Democratic party to the extent possible.
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Messrs. St. Joan and
Daniels
Democratic Party
Prohibition Party
Tariff Debate to Be Thoroughly Discussed in North American Review
The North American Review will publish a thorough tariff debate with free trade arguments in September and protectionist views in October. The ablest writers on both sides have been engaged for the discussions.
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North American Review
Judge Rules JP Has Full Jurisdiction on Prohibition Violations
A recent decision holds that a Justice of the Peace has full jurisdiction in cases involving the new prohibitory law. Judges McHenry and Connor concur. Only Judge Slayes is said to disagree, as up to date believed.
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Given
Justice of the Peace
McHenry and
Connor
Slayes
Sister of Blaine exposes old marriage scandal tale
Mrs. Abbie Marble of San Francisco, sister of James G. Blaine, reveals a sensational claim that Mrs. Blaine's father forced Blaine to wed her at gunpoint. Marble argues the father died six years before Blaine and his wife met and never knew of such a person.
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Abbie Marble
San Francisco
James G. Blaine
Mrs. Blaine
Blaine
Tenth District selects John R. Slays for State Central Committee
The article hails John R. Slays of Nevada as a thorough Republican and a wise choice for the State Central Committee. It predicts he would rival an M. C. from the Tenth District in about two years.
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John R. Slays
Nevada
State Central Committee
John R
M. C
Conkling Attacks Blaine as Tattooed Politician
Former Senator Roscoe Conkling retorts that James G Blaine is tattooed from head to foot with Republican scars. He says Blaine has stood at the front in every civil strife the party has faced for twenty years and has been at the forefront of union and good government efforts.
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Buffalo
Enthusiastic Urge to Support Blaine by Groner McCrary
Hon Groner W McCrary writes to a friend praising Blaine's defense of his wife and family. He says the brave stand will help the candidate and that all right-minded men will applaud Blaine for his pluck and defiance.
Fusion convention names nominees for Supreme Judge and state offices
The fusion Demo-Greenbackers met in Des Moines with about half the counties represented. Judge Burton of Wapello is nominated for Supreme Judge, J. F. Dooley for Secretary of State, and Geo. Derr for Treasurer. Six presidential electors were chosen: Dan Campbell, A. B. Hunter, George Carter, HL Wilcox, J. L. Brown, and J. B. Hatton. The rest of the ticket awaits the Democratic State Convention.
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Des Moines
Burton
Wapello County
J. F. Dooley
Geo. Derr
Dan Campbell
Hunter
George Carter
HL. S. Wilcox
J. L. Brown
J. B. Hatton
Wealthiest New York property owners and city tax data
NYC's total valuation is 1 119 761 000 dollars. Among 1 670 taxpayers paying over 100 000, they own 478 000 000 dollars of property. Richest individuals include Mrs Stewart with 5 000 000 and William B. Astor at 15 272 000, while Vanderbilt and Gould show much smaller assessments.
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New York City
Mrs. Stewart
William B. Astor
New York
A. R. Eno
W. H. Vanderbilt
Jay Gould
Soldier’s Home note appears in Des Moines Register
The Des Moines Register reports a new statement regarding the Soldiers’ Home. The article notes official remarks and outlines the current stance or development related to the institution.
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Des Moines Register
Iowa Politician Nominations Highlight 1890s Clash
The Iowa party ticket at Des Moines features Jackson for Secretary of State amid dispute over merit and recent lobbying. Brown stays praised as State Auditor. Twombly wins Treasurer. Sutton loses Attorney General amid personal smut, while Baker praised as able successor. Rothrock backed by Bar. Prohibition split souls. Col. Sapp and Gen. Van Valkenburgh lead an able electoral slate.
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Des Moines
Jackson
Senate
Russell
Gireen
Lewellen
Brown
Lis
Twombly
Iowa
Fort Donelson
Sutton
Gen. Baker
Missouri
Judge Rothrock
Rothrock
Col. Sapp
van Valkenberg
National Greenback Party Convention in Nevada Names Delegates
The National Greenback Party met at the Court House in Nevada with C. T. Giddings as chair. A. J. Graves elected secretary and delegates named for state and congressional conventions plus alternates. A central committee was formed with members from multiple towns and authority given to fill vacancies.
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National Greenback Party
Court House
Nevada
C. T. Giddings
A.J. Graves
L. Q. Hoggatt
Isaac Walker
Samuel Rich
8. E. Cooper
R. R. Pain
J.R. Wood
J. H. Cook
C. Woods
Q. O'Neill
J. E. Davis
A. J.graves
J. A. Pringie
F. C. Hunter
L. McCowen
John Kent
Frank Wilson
M. Spohn
R. B. Sherer
Washington, Chin
Indian Creek
F. Slunter
Franklin
J. A. Pringle
Collins
Union
John O'Neil
Sherman
John King
New Albany
Milford
E. Paterson
Washington
LaFayette
Geo. Spencer
Grant
A. D. Johnson
Howard
A. E. Griffith
Warren
Central Committee
A. J. Graves
Parker's Ginger Tonic Promises Malarial Protection
An advertisement touts Parker's Ginger Tonic as a remedy that strengthens the liver and kidneys to ward off malaria poisons. It claims benefits for general debility and nervous exhaustion.
Sams Eggs-lic. cash and trends in new clothing lines
A fragmentary ad notes new elegant lines for ladies gents and children. The brief items mention Sam at the Eggs-lic cash and a casual reference to fashion and sale pricing, reflecting a local shop display.
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Sam
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Frank D Jackson
Vo. P. Twombly
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Panes
Ilinois
Charles W. Siberts
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Pittsburg
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Thomas
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Keany
Samuel
Woodville
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Easter
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Hattie
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Athlophoros
David Little
Sumner, Benner Co
Athlophoros CO
Wall ST
Bigelow & Huntington
Song OF the Pioneer
County Greenback Convention
Justin D. Fulton
Brook N
P. A. Westervelt
Nashville, Tenn
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Basuit
Ract Co., R. 14Th Bt
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Letatius
Selz,Schwab & Co
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Hruggist
Lovie Bosworth
Quick Mothier
H. Clark
W. H. Clark
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