Political Chaos and 1864 Party Divisions Preview
The piece discusses Democratic and Republican tensions around the 1864 presidential race, noting McClellan as a Democratic candidate and Grant with Colfax as Republicans. It describes intra party conflicts, factional splits, and forecasts a likely victory for Grant and Colfax in November, while referencing tensions in the Democratic convention and press reactions.
Democratic politics and legal cases color Civil War era discourse
A wide, partisan column discusses vetoes on a bill to admit Arkansas to representation, indictments against John T. Surratt, and cabinet and greenback debates. It contrasts Democrats support for Confederate veterans with Union generals, urging Grant and Colfax and criticizing Democratic methods nationwide.
Fraud and forged naturalization papers in 1867 Pennsylvania Senate district
Testimony from 1863 and 1867 records details a fraud scheme in Center Clearfield Luzerne counties to influence elections. Irish laborers were recruited to vote with false naturalization papers. witnesses describe paid votes, counterfeit seals, and Democratic ticket manipulation.
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Pennsylvania
Blair
Huntingdon
Genter
Mifflin
Perry
Juniata
Thia
Chas. J. ‘J. Blelntire
Samuel J. Shugart
John K. Robinson
Shugart
Senate
Robinson
Democratic Party
Clearfield
Center Counties
Center County
Center District
Samuel T. Shugart
Legislatice
al Jardary
M. & Hearn
Eworn
T Wan
Mr. Collma
Iine
Janes Coltina
Patrick Gorman
Enid
Maning
Col. Skelly
Phillipsburg
Keplar
Geny
Darrin
Donohue
Perka
Lode
Tado
Sheri
Lazerne
Mra. Lynch
Philadelphia
Lede
Chrisman
Johnson
Perks
Tracy
Prin Ee
Wallace
Glearfeld County
Michael Fallon
Tyrone
Clearfield County
Ahantles
Hunter
Phlipsburg
Frank Fleming
Philipsburg
John HB. Gray
Gray's Tavern
Mark Leee
James Collins
Croge
C J
Wihama
Keplan's
Gray's
Riddle’s
Revera
Sam
Eat
Colline
Collins
Alove
O'Moora
H. Ziegler
Fuliipebrare
Loyd's
Thair
Luzerne County
Philvin
Thun
Clearfeld County
Grant and the World The Portrayal of General Grant
A historical viewpoint argues that even powerful leaders like General Grant attract both praise and calumny. It notes that attacks against Grant could rebound on the accuser and contends that many Democratic journals oppose his election in a biased or unfair manner.
Virtues and Vices of Party During Civil War Debates
Fragmentary text argues about treason and loyalty in the Civil War era. It attacks a political party for supporting rebellion, praises constitutional obedience, and condemns efforts to aid deserters and provoke fight. It references President, assassination talk, and public sentiment.
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Adjwar
New York
Intrapoison and political corruption rhetoric analyzed
Fragmentary text condemns traitors and corrupt officials. It references removing obstructors and using various measures to pursue justice, including investigations and penalties for those who betray their country or fail the bar of justice. The language is extreme and exhortative.
Grant's Eloquent Gratitude From Lookout Mountain to Missionary Ridge
Gen Grant thanks the Cumberland Ohio and Teuncasee armies for their recent decisive victories from Bridgeport to Knoxville. He commends their courage and loyalty, stating the loyal people of the United States stand with them and that no enemy or rebellion can prevail against their advance. He notes hopes of continued success and prayers for victory in further fields.
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Grant
Lookout Mountain
Missionary Ridge
South
Andrew Johnson
Aississiort
Freup
Cuatrancona
Test
Cumberland
Ohio
Potomac
Tennesawe
Bridgeport
Knosville
Chattanooga Valley
Knoxville
Kentucky
Tennessee
United States
Grant medal authorized by Congress for gallantry in Civil War battles
Congress passes a joint resolution to award Major General Ulysses S. Grant a gold medal with inscriptions and to present it in the name of the people. The act provides funding and ceremonial actions, including forwarding the parchment copy and medal to Grant. Also notes assassination of Major Lawrence in Russellville and rising Confederate threats.
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American Congress
Mississippi
Tennessee
Lincoln
Senate
House of Representatives
United States of America
Congress
Ulysses S. Grant
United States
Grant
Fame
Mississippi River
Caparraxoona
Letter from Mrs Gen A C Harding on Gen Grant church attendance
The wife of Gen A C Harding writes to the Rock Island Union recounting her letter about Gen Grant attending Dr Sanderland's church in Washington. She notes two recent visits by Grant and family within a month and mentions an article in the Rock Island Argus and a Springfield newspaper report.
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David F. Co
Cleafield County
Lim
Earfety
R.rae
Lane Moore
Keplar'u
Kepfir's
Jané Moore
Keplarla
Tele Loglam
Fallago
Ana Moore
Avorn
Keplar
Dean Stn
Rock Island Argus
May
Springfeld
Grant
Washington
Jim
Caroli
Sanderland
Hanpic
Appeals Notice Amid Taxable Ad Campaign Confusion
A fragmented notice warns appellants of a taxable issue. The document references an executive action, a commission series, and a date around May 2 with unclear timing. The unreadable OCR leaves key names and places missing or garbled.
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Frank. Ffeaton
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Cambrea County
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Assembly
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A. Dickey
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Aymiton
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Ricnery Eakin
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Laird
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Im. B. Fulton
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James Collin Ty Ae
Hane
Pers
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BE. W. Hale
Rush Township
Milroad
Rush
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Capera
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Jackson
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Squire Reynolds
Htibang Shin
Naturalization
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Con
J. Bordhian
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James Rushdon
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Fargo
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Patrick McCallt
Syde Park
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Martin Hodde
Wilkesbasre
Fiam B. Dugan
Carbondale
Frank Collins
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Thomas Tracy
Michal O'Meara
Walt Mee
O'Mears
the Tate
Wilian Snyder
Tyrone and Clearfield
Uipsburg
Wea
Santo Come
Philipeare
Grant and the World
Gen. Grant
Democratic
Guvnet
Retrihn
Owen
Ty Nesagsin
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Lawrence
17Th
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Tie
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Geu. Baker
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Pitteburgh
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Marion Township
Prescot
Adam Prelfer
Truker
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Usmer
Woodrirn
Goshorn
Jel
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Eame
Qjohn Slentz
Adm
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Induetey Township
Gut Jone
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Absel Morton
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Uee
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Lowe
Kinger
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Mory
Chandler
Rochester
Jos H. Greer
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