Democrats in Salem pick delegates to Baltimore
The Salem convention elected delegates to the Baltimore gathering, instructing them to back the Cincinnati platform and press the save of Chappaqua stance. The report also notes editor conventions, party splits, and mentions key figures like Greeley, Belmont, Hartranft, and others shaping the Democratic and Republican contest.
Last contest under existing Republican party organization
A Radical press of February notes the belief that the current election is the last for the Republicans under their present structure. Varying voices warn party members against continued Radical leadership as reform shifts power and creates new party alignments.
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Greeleylean Baltimore delegates and PA political turmoil
The Cincinnati Enquirer era recalls Greeley and Brown support for Baltimore delegates, predicts wide Republican unity behind Grant and Wilson, and denounces Pennsylvania party bosses. It names violence and resignations, cites Cortin and Cameron influence, and calls for ending personal rule ahead of November elections.
Call for a Conference of Opponents to the Administration
A Cincinnati circular dated June 3 invites about 200 prominent opponents to attend a conference at the Fitz Avenue Hotel in New York on June 20 at 2 p.m. The aim is to unite diverse opposition elements for a common effort in the upcoming presidential election. The notice, addressed to Henry D. Lloyd, requests a prompt personal reply and lists Carl Schurz Oswald Ottendorfer Jacob D. Cox David A. Wells Win Bryant Jacob Brinkerhoff among signers.
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Seven Dead, Many Feared Buried in Conshohocken Blast
Report from West Conshohocken describes a collapse at Moorhead’s blast furnace during construction of a new engine house. About ten minutes before two, the structure fell on workers entombing many, with seven bodies recovered by night and more presumed buried. The disaster caused panic, with families gathered and rescue efforts ongoing.
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Letter to Mr Greeley on Post Office Appointment Offer
The Star of the Valley editor in Newville Pennsylvania reports a reader J B Morrow offering support for Mr Greeley in exchange for a post office appointment worth about a thousand dollars a year. The note is declined as the Liberal Republican line emphasizes civil service reform and honesty. The piece notes Philadelphia party interest in post offices and editors, and suggests Morrow seek influence in Washington. In Louisville June 14 the Democratic Convention delegates are instructed to back Greely and Brown at the Baltimore Convention.
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Liberal Republicans Declare Opposition to Grant Administration
The Liberal Republicans denounce the Grant administration for abusing power and corrupt acts, calling for independence from party control. They pledge to uphold equal justice, emancipation, civil service reform, federalism, and fiscal restraint while opposing further land grants and afforded patronage.
Long list of postwar bills passed by Congress
The session produced the most bills in years though fewer of high importance. The President signed many measures addressing global claims, river navigation, census apportionment, currency, public lands, taxes, veterans’ homesteads, tea and coffee duties, voting rights, voting disabilities, election timing, admiral Faragut statue, army reform, claims commissions, conscription checks, postal and telegraph use, shipping, bankruptcy, bank reserves, medical history of the rebellion, internal expositions, and public buildings in multiple cities totaling about 12 million dollars. the franking privilege bill passed the House only.
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Raft Steamer Blown to Pieces at Mc Gregor
A raft steamer was blown to pieces near Mc Gregor Iowa with loss of life. Rescue units and authorities investigated the blast and navigated the debris as survivors were reportedly accounted for. The incident prompted early inquiries into vessel safety and local response procedures.
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Political ticket listings and names from a party slate
A dense OCR listing multiple political tickets and numerous candidate names led by an anti Masonic and temperance themed slate. It includes President,Vice President, Governor, Supreme Judge and Auditor General lines, plus Congressmen at large and a long list of regional candidates with varied spellings and typos.
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Supreme Court
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Johno F. Hartranft
Ulysses Mercur
Abndtler
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Harry White
Lemuel ‘Fodd
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