Democratic barbecue to unite Republicans? Anderson event
The Anderson Democracy committees plan a large barbecue on the upcoming Friday in Anderson OH with speeches from distinguished gentlemen from this state and others. Preparations aim to feed a multitude at two magnificent tables and keynote speakers include Gen James Connor and Gen Sant McGowan among invited guests.
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Ard
Kovemuer
Bensemoen
Jemes Conner
Sant. McGowan
Pat
Governor Chamberlain calls for more troops amid arrests
The speech claims arrests in Aiken and Barwell of many leading citizens occurred without federal help, done by local authorities. It accuses opponents, including Mr. Sipan and critics in The Herald, of intimidation and political maneuvering, urging restraint and lawful action rather than partisan arrests.
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Camberlain
Aiken and
Barwell
Law
United States
Telearaglliind
Gongress
Ohio
Teck- Jens
Claregnan
Bi Frapk
Comitzi
Sisan
Aigy Herald
Sipan
Leeds
Herat
Eeychamberlain
Iain
Riot at Cainhoy Spurs Deadly Clashes in South Carolina
A preconcerted riot between Radicals and Democrats erupted during a meeting called by Republicans. Two killed and thirteen wounded as mobs attacked Democrats. The unrest prompted Grant to proclaim against insurrectionary acts and to mobilize troops across the Atlantic states, including South Carolina. James A. Hoyt reports.
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Yast
Cainhoy
Bowen
Charlston County
James
Hoyt
South Carolina
Efe
Atlantic States
Crstalian
James A. Hoyt
October Elections Showed Shifts Across States
The October elections in Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, and other states produced mixed results. Republicans won Ohio by a slim margin, while West Virginia backed Hayes for governor. Indiana flipped to Democrats with Blaine Williams winning by about 8,500, and Hendricks was poised to win New York and secure a strong lead for the Democratic ticket. The piece projects Hayes’s path to the presidency based on state leads and past margins.
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Ohio
West Virginis
Bayes
Hayes
West Virginia
Grant
Indiana
Bfortos
Columby
Blae Jeans’ Williams
Harrison
Grandhon
Henry ‘Harrison
Tilden
Hendricks
Hendriks
New ‘York
South Carolina
Nevada
Political Letter and Proclamation Clash Over Joint Meetings
The correspondence reveals Col J A Hoyt pressing for joint debates with Republicans and a sharp reply from Asa S. who accepts only partial joint discussion. The missive mocks Democratic and Republican stances, notes alleged falsehoods, and urges robust attendance at meetings with dignified outsiders to counter Republican claims.
MARTYR OF THE AMERICAN SYSTEM PROMPTED SOUTH CAROLINA CAMPAIGN
A Charleston era interview with Governor Chamberlain’s canvass overseer discusses fear of armed white reaction, alleged Republican manipulation, and violent incidents in Aiken and Barnwell. The speaker accuses Republican leaders of staging clashes to energize white voters and to influence national elections, while praising Southern demonstrations in Due West.
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South Carolina
Ohio
Indiana
Ted Ee Ee
Columbia
James Er Kand
T. H. Cooke
Tilden
Hendricks
Hayes
Wheeler
Chamberlains
Republican State Executive Committee
United States
Dedarate Bae
Aby
Mary
Chamberlais
Gov. Chamberlains
Peripatetic School of Governors
Washington
Col
Haskell
Ieman
Democratic Executive Committee
Blute
Chamberlain
Fragmentary note on peace laws and black political groups
The excerpt discusses reactions among Black people to Republican leadership, noting that unlawful clubs or gatherings violate peace and may be arrested, while legally organized groups cannot be disturbed. It emphasizes lawful processes and state authority over disturbances.
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Depres
Hampton at Mingstree rally draws thousands in support
A field day for Hampton and allies in Williamaburg ends with a four thousand strong procession of both races. Speakers including Hampton, Simpson, J S Richardson, E W Moise and M P O'Connor praise reform and denounce Swails allies. Richardson recounted a historic murder case to argue justice under Democrats.
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Dean
Jacexci
Eld
Hampton
Swails
Williamaburg
Simpson
E. W. Moise
Richardson
Congress
Epeech
Hting
Reforay
Rads
OUR NEW YORK LETTER The October Triumph
A New York letter lauds the October victory in Indiana and nationwide Democratic prospects. It argues reformers ride a wave of popular suffrage against radical power, predicting Tilden and Hendricks win by electoral votes and a working majority in Congress. It asserts reform will redeem federal government and curb radical policies.
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Williama
Democratic Party
Fei
Alabama
Arkansas
Indiana
Wes
Virginia
Grant
Colorado
Ohla
Tilden and Hendricks
Ohio
Willin
Buckeys
New York
New Jersey
Connecticut
Massachusetts
Tilden
Issan
House
Senate
Nile Jacal
Ms Am
South
Pth
Political rancor over Indiana result and Wheeler railroad scandal
Editors denounce Republican efforts and fear the general election loss as they recount the Wheeler blackmail scheme in the Ogdensburg and Champlain railroad case. The piece accuses Wheeler of abusing legal forms to extract 159000 from stockholders, with 20000 diverted to his pocket, calling for accountability and warning against further manipulation.
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Indiana
Times and Tribune
William A. Wheeler
Ogdensburgh and Champlain
William A. ‘Wheeler
Wheeler
Governor Chamberlain Seeks Troops as Martial Law Hint Emerges
Washington October 18 1876 report that Governor Chamberlain asked for federal troops to enforce law in South Carolina amid calls for martial law. Senate and President delay action awaiting further word. officials warn of armed resistance and political leverage tied to voting amid Reconstruction tensions.
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Chamberlain
South Carolina
Washington
Patterson
South
Baltimore
Northern Central Railway
Robertson
General Grant
New York Herald
Waserxcton
New York
Orig
Meetings Planned to Boost Democratic Campaign in Anderson
At a Central Executive Committee meeting for Anderson County the Democratic party outlined a series of club meetings to recruit and mobilize both white and colored voters. Speakers include James L. Mor R. W. Simpson and J. Wart rings with aims to strengthen democracy and citizen engagement ahead of the election. Also noted is a marriage ceremony at Pendleton involving M Gathseta and Ida Robinson officiated by Reverend Wm. Presley among others.
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Prevent
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J. J. McConnell
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Aviderson
Court House
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Jasper Brown
Henry White
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Moless
Antglétariog Comipany
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Cox
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Andavaon
Democratic Party
Anderson County
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Willomston
Airlock
Bivins
Batti
Dark Gorter
Uteta James
Ashloyt
Larkin Nes
WC Brown
Anderson
Ford
Slabtown
Thea
Ie Roy
Wm. B. Presley
Charleston
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Iredell
Terlan Chuteh
Pendleton
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Ory EN
Adimiiti
Mis Ida Robinson
Pendleton G. C
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