National mood shifts as outrages in Louisiana reshape politics
Washington early January 1879 reports Democratic papers reassessing and admitting past fraud and violence in the South while Republicans gain credit for resumption prosperity. Coverage notes Blaine Committee focus shifting to New Orleans, potential confessions by Southern Democrats, and calls for reform including salary cuts and public finance fixes.
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Tuk Democracy Faces Old System Of State Banks
The piece criticizes Tuk Democracy for aiming to revive the wild-cat bank model and shinplaster currency. It recalls farmers’ losses from past discounting and warns that backing the old system would ruin the party. Also notes Thurman canceling a speech at the Democratic love-feast in Ohio, calling the moment unstable for recorded convictions.
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Grant Receives Dublin City's Freedom Amid Irish Cheers
Ex President Grant accepts the freedom of the city of Dublin while Lord Mayor presents the honor. He expresses pride in becoming a citizen of Ireland’s principal city and notes the large Irish population in America. He thanks the welcoming party as three cheers erupt for Grant and then for the United States.
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