Division of Dakota Demanded Before Statehood
In Arlington on February 15 delegates discussed admitting Dakota Montana Washington and New Mexico. Delegate Gifford said division of Dakota is essential and opposed omnibus plans uniting all four territories. Fisheries treaty progress reported as officials say ratification by Britain Canada Newfoundland and US Senate required for final effect.
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Indications of Republican Unity and Division in Early 1880s
Interview with National Committee sub‑chairman Clarkson outlines two GOP camps: a tariff‑friendly faction backing a Garfield‑like candidate and a pro working‑class candidate who could win New York New Jersey and Connecticut. Allison, Gresham, Sheridan, and Blaine emerge as focal figures amid debates on protection and party strategy.
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Sheridan denies Irish birth claim in presidential candidacy discussion
In Somerset Ohio on February 16 Mrs Sheridan and Phil Sheridan respond to a Milwaukee claim that he was born in Ireland. They assert Phil was born March 11 1831 in Albany New York near the New York Central depot area, detailing family migration from Cavin County Ireland to the United States in 1828 and 1829. They dismiss any presidency bid as unlikely and undesired.
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Sheridan cousin in Milwaukee interview sparks presidential talk
L McCabe of Milwaukee, a shoemaker born in Ireland, claims he is related to General Phil Sheridan. He says the general visited him when in Milwaukee and supports Sheridan as president if possible. McCabe notes Sheridan was not born in the United States and cites their shared Irish ties.
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Nasby Editor D R Locke Dies at Home in Toledo
D R Locke known as Petroleum V Nasby and editor of the Blade died at 6:30 AM at his Toledo home. Cause listed as consumption. Born Vestal New York September 30 1838. Father N R Locke aged 64 noted as a veteran and abolitionist in his time. Also brief notes on a storm death in Morris Minnesota and early election results in Michigan Congress race narrowing Seymour’s majority.
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Misguided Millionaires Trial For Embezzlement Of 3 000 000
New York reports the grand jury hears charges against Jay Gould and Russell Sage for embezzling 3.8 million in Ken sis Pacific Railroad bonds. Edward A draws argues the act mirrors ordinary embezzlement while Artemus Holmes contends no finality in the proceedings. Two Grand Trunk trains collide in Hamilton Ontario. two railway workers killed and several others injured. passengers unharmed. A harsh winter ends as spring appears with temperatures rising across the U S West of Chicago shows zero or above with a warm trend forecast.
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Seymour Elected in Michigan Ballot Contests Begin
As corrected returns come in in Marquette Seymour’s majority shrinks with precincts withholding results. Democrats and Knights of Labor consider contesting his seat while Republicans denounce alleged bulldozing and counter with claims about false charges. Tim Neatod’s old love is referenced in a sharp aside.
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Senate Adopts Plumb Resolution on Western Mail Service
In Washington on Feb 16 the Senate adopted Mr Plumbs resolution directing an inquiry into inefficient mail service in the West. Debates covered printing waste and cost, with Manderson and Cullom noting dissatisfaction. Private pension bills passed as the session extended, while the House prepared to consider the urgent deficiency bill and the Nicaragua canal project.
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Union Pacific President Informs Committee On Funding
Charles Franela Adams, president of Union Pacific, testified before the House Committee on Pacific Railroads in Washington. He said the company generally favored the Outhwaite bill with minor amendments to ease restrictions and affirmed willingness and ability to pay the government once the debt load is properly adjusted.
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Prominent Minnesotans Debate Union of Twin Cities
A Feb 16 report from The Twin Cities notes the St Paul chamber of commerce and Minneapolis board of trade formed joint committees to study a union of the two cities commercial interests. A March 5 Minneapolis meeting will address the dual Metropolis executive committee, while the state GOP named R G Evans to fill a Senate vacancy.
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