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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1880
Page
2
The text notes a rise in registrations in New York City reaching 216,974 up from 138,964 in 1876 and 167,837 in 1879. It claims Republicans fear the larger turnout as it implies an extra Republican for every additional Democratic vote.
Marshal Town veteran Democrat Tim Brown publishes a letter in the Marshal Times explaining his support for Garfield and Arthur and the reasons for his endorsement.
The text notes two Wisconsin Congressmen, Duester in the Fourth District Milwaukee and Gabe Bauck in the Sixth Oshkosh, facing strong Republican gains and potential defeat. It mocks Bauck’s attire and predicts broad rejoicing in the Badger State if they lose.
The Democratic platform historically supports free trade through tariff references while the Republican line supports protection for American labor. The current year repeats a twenty four year precedent, with Hancock resisting long held principles he pledges to maintain.
A transcription shows Democratic parity predicting a 50,000 majority for Hancock and English on the electoral ticket. Republicans forecast downstate gains near Garfield, while both parties report canvassing and satisfaction with their work. The piece suggests Jasfisid may carry New York for a 31 electoral vote Republican ticket.
The piece argues Democratic chances hinge on Connecticut where Republicans hold the statehouse and most legislative seats. It notes Connecticut’s current Republican leaning complicates carrying Con necticut and thus the national tally, even if New York New Jersey and the South align.
The Dun, Wiman & Co. findings show 1880 year to date business failures total only 15 million dollars, a sharp contrast to 81 million in the same period previously and 97 million the year before. The article suggests conditions look brighter for 1880.
A urging editorial advocates a decisive Republican victory in Story County. It stresses unity, condemns scrapping the ticket, and predicts a large Republican majority for nominees, tying outcomes to national and state elections across many states.
A state study shows Indiana Republicans won a 14 seat majority by a narrow tally of about 300. County results ranged from 29 to 69 plurality with several counties voting by small margins. The piece argues every Republican vote mattered to keep a Republican legislature and U.S. Senate seat.
The Chicago Tribune reports a New York Republican campaign survey showing a likely landslide for the national ticket with at least 15 000 majority. Gen Arthur predicts up to 30 000 as the Empire State favors the GOP while Democratic divisions and tariff disputes hurt their ticket.
A historical critique mocks predictions by Democrats about secession, militia loyalty, currency value, emancipation, and economic ruin. The speaker accuses the foresayers of sowing fear, insisting the public should distrust their premises as the country persists against dire forecasts.
The current House stands with Republicans 130 Democrats 149 Nationals 2. Reclassification yields Republicans 135 Democrats 156 Nationals 2. A majority is 147 votes. Republicans must gain 12, already eight secured, with more expected from Wisconsin Town New York Illinois and other states. Senate may also shift, signaling a tough outlook for the Republican opposition.
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