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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1880

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Ohio contest seen too close for clear party claim

New York August 15 Judge George Hoadly of Cincinnati temporary chairman of the Hancock and English ticket notes the Ohio contest is too close to claim a clear victory for either party. He says Democrats are more united than Republicans. German support for Hancock and English grows in Northern Ohio. Campaigns expand to Indiana with mass meetings and speeches, while veteran clubs in Pennsylvania tally ex-soldier enrollments for Hancock. Col. Charles E. L. Hohnes of New York supports Hancock.

New York George Hoadly Cincinnati Hancock English Ohio Hoadly Judge Lang Democratic National Committee Col W. W. Armstrong National Committee Liezel Muller Republican Liberal Club Greeley Indiana Barnam Willis Ohio River Marion Hendricks Indianapolis Emil Roethe Joseph Pulitzer James R. Doolittle Brazil Senator Voorhees Evansville McDouala Pennsylvania Cumberland York Warren Charles E. L. Hohnes New York City Waterbury Conn Naugatuck Valley Twentythird Connecticut Regiment

Acceptable Candidates for the Democratic Gubernatorial Nomination

The Boston Post correspondent notes Frank Jones is the Democrats’ likely choice for New Hampshire governor with three-fourths support. Ex Chief Justice Cushing would appeal in Cheshire and Sullivan counties if renominated, appealing to farmers tired of Manchester incumbents and Republican interests. If nominated, Cushing could unite Republicans and Democrats for a vigorous campaign and defeat the Republicans’ control.

A Post Maine Simon Cameron New Hampshire Newport Cincinnati Hancock English Frank Jones Cushing Boston Post N. H. Auz Garfhld Arthur Charlestown Woon Stainless Cheshire Sullivan Manchester Judge Cushing Democracy

Letter to Garfield on liquor policy pressures Prohibitionists

Prominent Prohibitionists urge Gen Garfield to take a stand against liquor trade. A letter from Oberlin, Ohio dated June 1, 1850 asks Congress to suppress importation manufacture and sale of intoxicating liquors in the District of Columbia and territories. The reply and letter circulate as campaign documents in Connecticut. The writer signs L Tambling.

Garfield Connecticut Oberlin, O James A. Garfield Chicago Congress District of Columbia Territories Tambling

Garfield letter declines answering a campaign question

In Mentor Ohio on July 3 1880 J A Garfield responds to a July 14 inquiry. He declines to address specifics of future actions if elected citing time pressure and propriety. He states he will defer such matters and will not make statements to anyone.

Mentor J. A. Garfield

Campaign Echoes From Party Journals Across the Nation

The Brooklyn Eagle quotes Garfield praising national unity while contrasting Hancock and De Golyer figures. The New Orleans Democrat contrasts Texas development with surrendering to bulldozing, citing rapid population growth. The Washington Post notes McDonald’s claims against Grant, while Louisville reports Logan attacking Republican voter protections. The Lowell Sun and Philadelphia Times discuss Hancock, Longstreet, and Wade Hampton’s speech usage. The Boston Herald notes reconciliation in Massachusetts parties as the St. Louis Post-Dispatch jokes about Ely Perkins and Kin Crock.

Brooklyn Eagle Garfield Republic Prettysburg Credit Mobilier Hancock de Golyer New Orleans Cincinnati Texas Union Illinois Washington Post Democratic Party John McDonald Grant McDonald Louisville Courier Journal Logan Vermont Rutland Philadelphia Lowell Sun Indiana Gettysburg Longstreet United States Turkey Gen. Hancock Philadelphia Times Charlestown Wade Hampton Staunton Hampton Boston Herald Massachusetts St. Louis Post-Dispatch Democratic National Committee Ely Perkins Gen Klnncock Perkins

Democratic Convention at Montpelier and statewide notices

The Montpelier Democratic gathering elected Horace French of Barre as temporary chair and approved a five member resolutions panel. George M. Fisk led the nominations from Northfield with a slate including H. W. Heaton and L. R. Joslyn for Senate and other county officers. Speeches by Fisk and others followed, with later remarks by Col. A. M. Waddell and Maj. James Haggerty. Separate notes cite Hancock support in Allegany County and potential Connecticut gubernatorial candidates. A Salmon Falls rally featured Garfield and Arthur flags and speakers Rollins and J. G. Hall. The New York Democratic State committee called for a Albany convention on Sept. 8 to nominate a State ticket.

Montpelier Boston Herald Berlin Wimooski KE. R Meader Hutchins Hancock Waddell Caroline Vermont Montpelt Washington County Hancock Lab Horace French Barre George M. Fisk Northfield H. W. Heaton L. R. Joslyn Waitsfield James K. Tobey Calais J. N. Johnson S. C. Shurtleff A. G. Prentiss Moretowns George A. Gil Connecticut Hubbard English Ingersoll Francis B. Loomis Thomas M. Waller E. W. Seymour Gen Lillie Devereux Blake Congress Salmon Falls Garfield Arthur Rollins J. G. Hall New York Democratic State Committee Albany

Republican views on census fraud and fractional currency

Washington commentary argues no solid census fraud claims due to lack of authentic returns from the South and questions 1870 accuracy. It notes natural population growth and Southern prosperity under peace and freedom, while criticizing Republican bias. It also reports Congress interest in reissuing fractional currency to ease mailing with stamps as a substitute for silver.

Washington South Congress Treasury Department

Fusion versus Blaine led Maine campaign clash

SPECIAL CORRESPONDENCE OF THE POST reports Maine politics with two clear facts: weak Fusion leadership and strong Republican organization under Senator Blaine. The piece contrasts Blaine’s control, Fusion’s aging figures, and uneven campaigning, noting large Fusion crowds at times and looming Prohibitionist splits that may siphon votes from Republicans.

Brilliant Masonic encampment preparations in Chicago

Chicago brims with master Masonic garb as banners arches and bunting decorate streets for the triennial encampment. Commanderies Apollo St Bernard and Chicago gather at Camp de Molar while receptions grand guard and regatta unfold with hundreds of knights and yards of spectacle.

Chicago Lake Park Apollo St. Bernard Camp de Molar Central Music Hall Farwell Hall McCormick Hall Grand Guard Chicago Yacht Club Exposition Building Chicago Jockey Club Park Wabash Michigan Avenues Lake Front Randolph Washton Madison State Dearborn Clark Wabash Avenue Adams Street Twelfth Street van Buren Harrison Lake Michigan Avenue Beaurivage Califfornia Battalion Springfield Mass Knights Templar Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut Washington Hartford M. Bronsop Calgary Providence Clinton D. Sellen Haynes Buffalo N. Y

Young Couple Die Together In Bath Tragedy

A 22 year old Kirke Edward Parkhurst shot Miss Fannie Howell, preceptress of Bath Academy, then killed himself in a Bath hotel room after a forbidden marriage. Howell, daughter of ex Senator Howell, was highly popular. a note cites a wish to die together rather than be separated.

Bath N. Y Kirke Edward Parkhurst Hamilton College School Fannie Howell Bath Academy Penn Yau Parkhurst Parkurst J. F. Parkhhurst Mr. Howell Miss Howell Howell Parkhursts

Chinese Consulate Casts Doubt On New Chinese Trade Grants

San Francisco reports from the Chinese consulate disputing New York dispatches about new commercial privileges for Chinese subjects. The Ho Chung, bound for Honolulu, will dock for repairs and carry Hawaiian products. The consul says no new departure by China is planned and that tariffs on Chinese vessels exist only because no prior Chinese arrivals prompted removals.

San Francisco New York Ho Chung Honolulu Consus United States China

Grave Russian Intrigue Reports In Afghanistan Crisis

St Petersburg dispatches claim Ayoob Khan acts with Abdurrahman Khan and Russian officers assist him. Gen Roberts reports Afghan defense near Candahar weakening, tribes torn between sides. Despatches note siege works, 5,000 infantry, 5,000 Ghazis, 37 guns, and Ayoob Khan within three miles of Candahar.

London The Daily News St. Petersburg Ayoob Khan Abdurrahman Khan Afghanistan Roberts Candahar Ayoob Gen. Roberts Novosti Cabul England St. Petersburg Agence Russe Agepee Russia Bender Quetta Herates

Irish Land Reform Demands Rise Amid Dublin Parliament Hope

London dispatch reports mass Irish demonstrations in Glasgow with 3000 participants demanding land law changes and an Irish Parliament. Meetings urged government aid for famine districts while rumors say Forster favors renewed coercion for southern Ireland, opposed by Gladstone. Police report drills by Young Irelanders as Home Rule protest turns violent with several injuries and arrests.

London Glasgow Dublin Land Law’ Reform League Bradlaugh O'Connor Power Ireland Forster Gladstone Clophart Orange Lodge

Gambetta Letter on Democratic Demands in France

Paris August 15 The Verite prints a letter from Gambetta to the councillor general detailing views on recent elections. He says elections were profoundly Republican and Democratic and argues Democrats seek organic institutions not a mere republic. The piece cautions that any revenge by armed force would threaten European peace.

Paris the Verite M. Gambetta France Europe

Burials bill in Commons amendment eyed

London Aug 15 The House of Commons will take up the burials bill in committee Friday when Alfred Hlingwerch moves an amendment to clause 6 reducing the required service to Christian or other orderly service If passed the bill returns to the Lords likely for rejection prompting a conference committee.

London House of Commons Alfred Hlingwerch Bradford Jilingworth House of Lords Conference Committee

Lover Burglars Arrested in New Haven Case

A. Yerrington and Hattie Gabel, both under 20, confessed to a string of inland burglaries in Norwich and surroundings. They buried a hair trunk of stolen goods under a pine in a Thames River grove and hid more loot behind a church hen coop. Jewelry and wardrobes were seized, with bail set at four thousand and two thousand dollars respectively.

New York New Haven Conn A. Yerrington Hattie Gabel Norwich Connecticut Gabel Yerrington Thames River Mrs. Selden Whaley Florida Miss Gabel

Wife Murder by Drunken Man Frights Gotham Gleanings

New York August 15 reports a drunken husband Jeremiah Ford killing his wife Mary Ford after a quarrel and later surrendering to police. Post mortem found multiple injuries and brain concussion. Other items note a postponed bull fight, a suspected murder on East Houston Street, late Boston mail, and a Brazilian emigration toll among Russian arrivals. no link found to a London destitute pair in Brooklyn.

New York Mary Ford Jeremiah Ford Ford Waterman Hatfield Berth East Houston Street Henry Duroff Dyroth Boston James Uain Rose Waterman Toston Brazil Baltimore James O'Sullivan Foundling Asylum

Fall River Excursion Ends Safely After Ducking Incident

Reports of a Mount Hope disaster proved unfounded as enquiry found no drowning or serious injuries. About 6,000 attended the Spin ners' excursion. a platform end slipped sending fifteen people into five feet of water. Many intoxicated crowd members aided by boats and wary crowds. Grounds warned wharf unsafe. no arrests needed.

Fall River Fal River Mass Mount Hope Spinners’ Association Rhode Island

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