Political Intrigue in 1874 Republican Circles
A long extract critiques Grant era factions with Marshall Jewell set to influence New England politics. It questions Garfield opposition rumors, Blaine's Chicago outcome, Hale's blamed missteps, and presses Garfield’s vindication. The New York Times reputation and Hayes Yale dinner remarks are also contrasted with partisan bias and alleged misstatements.
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Jack Logan
Don Cameron
Bill Chandler
Marshall Jewell
Jewell
Grant
Bristow
White House
Garfield
The
Philadelphia Times
de Golyer
Credit Mobilier
Oakes Ames
Whispered fund rumors swirl around Hancock election
The text rails at public figures and private informers in Washington. It accuses Hayes of wasteful conduct and mocks the Boston Journal correspondent Webb for publishing alleged interviews. It claims Wallace of Pennsylvania, Tilden, Hancock, and Franklin of Connecticut are tied to a Hancock fundraising scheme.
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Washington
Webb
Boston Journal
United States
Senator Wallace
Pennsylvania
Tilden
Henry Watterson
Hancock
Franklin
Connecticut
Democratic party immortality rests on core republican principles
The piece argues that after sixteen years in opposition the Democratic party remains a living force due to adherence to the republics foundations. It contrasts the party with Whig Free Soil Native American and Republican movements, praising Hamilton’s fear of centralized power and Jeffersonian state rights, and cites Samuel Adams on Massachusetts as a pillar of the federal union. The essay asserts permanent vitality through consistency with constitutional governance.
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New York Times
Massachusetts
Times
Cincinnati
Faneuil Hall
Democracy
Tilden
Democratic Party
Republic
United States
Alexander Hamilton
Dan
Beersheba
Hamilton
Congress
Jefferson
Whig Party
Federal Party
Whig
Republican Party
Free-Soil
Flanagan
Chicago
Our Republic
John Hancock
Samuel Adams
Boston
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Bayard Endorses Hancock Nomination at Cincinnati Rally
Delaware's Bayard, prominent at the Cincinnati convention, urges Hancock's nomination, praising his civil restraint and constitutional fidelity. He contrasts Hancock's steady military leadership with Garfield's record and argues for a citizen’s order over military power, stressing Washington’s precedent and the need for lawful governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Bayard
Delaware
Cincinnati
General Hancock
Congress
Wilmington
Bayard
Democratic Party
George Washington
Washington
Winfield Scott Hancock
Louisiana
Texas
Republican Party
General Garfield
Ulysses Grant
Garfield
Navy
Treasury
Hancock
Statesmanship and northern unity in Hancock victory vision
The speaker argues that the South’s hostility to the North and government should be overcome by a united front for Winfield Scott Hancock. He envisions broad southern support as proof of statesmanship, praising Hancock as the figure to unify former foes and secure a decisive political victory.
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United States
Winfield Scott Hancock
Hancock
Charles Bradlaugh
House of Commons
Bradlaugh
House
Sullivan
Republicans Push Hancock Boom To August Comeback
A broad Republican strategy seeks to sustain General Hancock’s popular surge, arguing enthusiasm will fade by August but the nomination will still grow stronger toward November. The plan relies on testimonials from party members and neighbors, while denying any harm to the Democratic ticket.
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Garfield
General Hancock
Union
New York State
Hancock
Rey
Wefare
Grant
United States
White House
France Expels Jesuits Over Ancient Decree Facing World Reaction
A sermon on France’s expulsion of Jesuits under an old law notes broad opposition. It argues the move attacks religious liberty, risks sparking provincial unrest, and could shake republican stability as magistrates resign and Parisian elites shelter the expelled clergy. The piece anticipates a clash between government resolve and public opinion.
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French Republic
France
Europe
Loyola
Paris
M. Gambetta
Darboy
Rue Haxo
Figaro
Salle Des Depeches
Senate
England
Turkey
Creedmoor matches and political firelight from 19th century notes
Recap of several Creedmoor shooting matches from 1874 to 1879 with American dominance, plus commentary on political and racial tensions in the Northwest and postwar U S politics. References to Garfield Butler Ames Bradlaugh and Tribune positions are noted with critical tone. The piece weaves sports history with political opinion and editorials on voter suppression and race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Creedmoor
Dollymount
Remedy for Rheumatism Uses Indian Blood Syrup
Portstrutp Berkshire County Mass. Dear Sir I was badly afflicted with Rheumatism and commenced the use of your INDIAN Blood Syrup which has relieved me now feel better than I have in four years Joan McKim
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Garfield
General Butler
Credit Mobilier
Bingham
Ames
Colfax
Portstrutp
Berkshire Co
Mass
Joan McKim
Lawrence Woman Praises Indian BLoop Syrup Quality
Dear Sir, inLAWRENCE ESSEX COUNTY MASS I have used your excellent INDIAN BLoop Syrup with beneficial results and can safely say it is all you recommend it to be. Sarah A Jomanson praises the product's advertised qualities.
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Lawrence, Essex Co
Mass
Sarah A, Jomanson
Shelburne Fass
Franklin Co
H. B. Rowey
Springfield, Hampden Co
James Joselyn
Restored to Health with Indian Bishop Survr Cure
A Massachusetts resident reports illness then credits Indian Bishop Survr with restoring health after trying several doctors. The letter describes initial poor health, a trial period, and a complete recovery following use of the product.
Never Fails to Cure in Mass Letter to Dear Sir
A Massachusetts reader from Shelburne Falls in Franklin County commends Indian Blood Syrup as a universal remedy, stating it has never failed for two years of medicines and addressing H. B. Touman as the writer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelburne Farts
Franklin Co
Mass
H. BH
TouMan
Best Medicine We Ever Used
A Massachusetts purchaser from Prescory in Cooleyville Yanklin County certifies buying Indian Blood Syrup from agent L. L. Haskins and reports it as one of the best medicines their family has used, recommending it to all with afflictions.
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Prescory
Cooleyville
Yanklin Co
Mass
L. Haskins
James BD
Barnes
Wendell, Cooleyville
Franklin Co
Cuharles A
Feito
Indian Blood Syrup Promoted by Medical Letter
Dear Sir: We have been using your Indian Boop Syrup in our family and find it a good medicine. It purifies the blood invigorates the liver and gives a healthy tone to the stomach. Doctor Whiseker endorses the remedy in Franklin County Massachusetts January 1879.
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New Saleem
Cooleyville
Franklin Co
Mass
Whiseker
Indian Blood Syrup Admired for Liver Trouble Relief
Letter from Joel Preston of Hap Ey Hampshire Co Massachusetts praises Indian Blood Syrup for liver complaint and dyspepsia after a short trial. He urges others with similar afflictions to try the remedy.
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Hap Ey
Hampshire Co
Mass
Joel Preston
Unanimous Recommendation in Billerica Notice
In Billerica Middlesex County Massachusetts a letter recalls widespread use of INDIAN BLOOD SYRvF with reported benefits. Names listed include Aaron Maynard Rosenthal Malk Luyp H Osgoop B E Spaulding Mns M M Couper Grovas Smith Mrs Samuel Cole John Marston Mrs Gro Kimball Daniel Floyd Mrs Jonas Stones Harrington and others. The notice frames a unanimous recommendation.
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Billerica
Middlesex Co
Mass
Aaron Maynard
Rosenthall
Malk Luyp
Mus. H. OsGoop
B. E. Spaulding
M. M. Couper
Grovas Smith
Samuel Cole
John Marston
Gro
Kimball
Daniel Floyd
Jonas Stones
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Eugene Hale
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Hartford Times
Brother Gardner
Chicago Inter-Ocean
Jim Blaine
Arthur
Hop Baers
ARK Johnson
Nian Blood Syrup
N. Dennis
Barnstable Co
Jane Startord
Tolmay
Noran
Susanyau H. Haseuya
Springfield
Hampden Co
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