Garfield and Hancock Campaign Clash Revealed in Debate
The piece follows Garfields acceptance remarks and exposes crossfire on civil service reform with Bosses Cameron Conkling Logan and Flanigan named. It notes Massachusetts Democratic unity and calls for cross examination to reveal truth. Democratic state leaders back Hancock English and pledge united action ahead of the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garfield
Cameron
Conkling
Logan
Flanigan
de Golyer
Credit Mobilier
Maine Campaign Tangles Put Plaisted Victory in Reach
Democratic and Greenback factions in Maine face internal strife over a union electoral ticket for governor. After initial agreement at Bangor conventions to back Plaisted, Greenback leaders in Knox county split, producing separate tickets and prompting Democratic guarantees to uphold the accord. The clash appears driven by personal ambition rather than Republican influence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maine
Plaisted
Bangor
Knox County
Democratic State Committee
General Plaisted
Greenback
Hancock's Brutality Charged Against General Hancock
A Democratic claimant, Daniel G Baker, asserts General Hancock mistreated him during a 1862 migration with the Thirty third New York Volunteers. The sermon-like critique questions Baker's tale as politically motivated and unsigned, while casting doubt on his military record and the alleged lance incident.
Union talk and party harmony urged in Maine article
The piece argues Republicans and Greenbackers should unite with Democrats to avoid defeat. It condemns opportunistic switches and praises mutual concessions. It cites the Bangor union as genuine and warns against rupturing solidarity for a brighter national campaign. It stresses that voters seek harmony over party division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenback Club
Newport
Maine
Bangor
Bakers and Radicals Clash in Civil War Critique
The piece argues that attempts to mold a loyal soldier failed, suggesting if the northern army consisted of Bakers like him the war would end swiftly. It calls Radicals in Pennsylvania to find a soldier who stays in the front ranks and implies Mr. Baker should step back in the political contest as he did in the brigade clerks and hostlers episode.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hancock
Pennsylvania
Daniel G. Baker
Thirty-third
New York Volunteers
Smith
Franklin
Army of the Potomac
Davidson
W. H. Long
Ambulance Corps
Third Brigade Ambulance Corps
Washington
Lieutenant Long
Queen's Run
Lancers
New York
Long
Boston
Baker
Guard
Mr. Baker
Colonel Long
Bakers
Schurz on the stump and the campaign debate
The article critiques Secretary Schurz in Indianapolis for stumping on civil service reform and campaigning aid while criticizing General Hancock and the Democratic party. It argues Schurz misstates Republican gains on gold and paper equality, points to alleged graft, and contrasts Hancock’s capable administration with GOP claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Indianapolis
Credit Mobilier
Schurz
Hancock
Garfield
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Congress
Rhode Island
New York Custom-House
General Hancock
General Grant
Galena
Galena. No One Needs To Be Told of General Hancock
Flanagan
Chicago
Defeating the Party and Its Candidate in November
The author attacks his own party for inflationist tendencies and a coercive policy toward the southern states. He concedes reforms but calls the plea feeble, arguing the public rejects the party and its shady candidate, predicting a stronger defeat in November.
Massachusetts Democrats Unite for Victory in 1879 Campaign
The article praises a unity between anti Republican factions in Massachusetts at the Revere House. It argues the merged Democratic machine will harness past gains, cites 1876 1878 and 1879 vote trends showing shrinking Republican majorities, and predicts a Democratic win if harmony is restored. It also criticizes Secretary Schurz and Senator Dawes over Indian policy and Credit Mobilier links.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Union
Massachusetts
Revere House
Cincinnati
United Democracy
Tilden
Hayes
Republican Party
Butler
Long
Dawes
Schurz
Credit Mobilier
Schur
Republican Committee
Garfield
Interior Department
Ator Dawes
Mr. Dawes
New England
The Duplex Garfield and Duplicitous Politics
A partisan critique targets Republican candidate Garfield for duplicity and falsehoods. It recounts alleged deceptions in the De Golyer bribe, Credit Mobilier, and New York fraud debates. The piece cites Hewitt's rebuke over Garfield's handling of evidence, plus notes on Boutwell, Sherman, and Mormon settlement progress. It ends with a Philadelphia fortune tale and a comment on American pursuit of wealth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Golyer
Chicago
Credit Mobilier
Republican Committee of Investigation
Garfield
John S. Davenport
New York
Tilden
Tweed’s
Gar- Held
Mr. Hewitt
Mr. Garfield
Lawrence Committee
Hewitt
House
Lawrence
Naturalization of
Naturalization Office
Ohio
A Boy Made A Quadruple Millionaire
The passage describes a boy who becomes vastly wealthy almost by force of circumstance. It contrasts inherited claims with unexpected fortune and notes the six mile limit claimed by Spain for searching ships near Cuba. The schooner E A Merritt crew testify they were outside this limit when fired upon, but Washington authorities offer no remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Cuba
E. A. Merritt
Washington
New York Democracy declare line in race
The piece outlines Democratic strength and endorsements from leaders like Hancock and English. It notes the Democratic executive committee HQ at 138 Fifth Avenue, and mentions Vermont, New Hampshire, and Missouri figures backing Hancock amid a broad national campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
McClellan
Hancock
New Jersey
Jay Gould
National Democratic Executive Committee
Fifth Avenue
Gratz-Brown
Missouri
United States
Testimonial on Stomach Disease and Cure
A Barnstable County resident writes of long stomach troubles cured after using a product labeled Boop SrRuP. The testimonial notes a short trial effectiveness and is signed by Mrs. Phillop Hovsz. The letter targets a medical product audience in Massachusetts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Dennis
Barnstable Co
Mass
Phillop Hovsz
Loss of Appetite Cure Endorsed by Jane Stafford
An advertisement from Berkshire County Massachusetts praising Indian Bloop Syrup as the best medicine for loss of appetite and bowel regulation. Jane Stafford signs the testimonial praising its effectiveness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Field, Berkshire Co
Mass
Mus
Jane Stafford
Remedy for Rheumatism In Indian Root Syrup
Joun McKim of Berkshire County Mass reports severe rheumatism before using Indian Root Syrup. After starting the remedy he notes great relief and now feels better than in years. The testimonial emphasizes strong improvement from the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PriTsFreto
Berkshire Co
Mass
Joun McKim
Indian Loop Syrup Endorsed by Johnson in Massachusetts Letter
Dear Sir states Sarah A Johnson's satisfaction with Indian Loop Syrup from Lawrence Essex County Massachusetts. She endorses the product as beneficial and as advertised.
A Very Excellent Medicine in Shelburne Falls
Dear Sir I have used Indian Blood Syrup and found it the best medicine for its purposes I cheerfully add my testimony to its merits H B Rowey Franklin County Mass praises the remedy for its claimed benefits and effectiveness in the reader’s context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelburne Falls
Franklin Co
Mass
H. B. Rowey
Restored to Health in Franklin County Massachusetts
Dear Sir I was back to health after tried doctors and illness. Hearing of your Indian Blood Syrup I sent for it and after a short trial it cured me. Tolman Never Fails to Cure Shelburne Falls Mass Dear Sir I have used Indian Boer Syrup for two years and find it a marvelous remedy in all cases H K Totman
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SuetnaRne Fas
Franklin Co
Mass
Tolman
Shelburne Falls
H. K& Totman
SoHapLey
Hampshire Co
Greely
Joel Preston
Indian Blood Syrup Endorsed by Massachusetts Family
A Massachusetts resident from Presbory Cooleyville Franklin County writes February 10 1879 praising Indian Blood Syrup after a trial dose. The letter to the medicine’s manufacturer notes it as “one of the best medicines we ever used” and recommends it to all who are afflicted. Signed by James L. Barnes.
Indian Blood Purifier Blood Syrup Praise Letter From Mass
A Mass letter from Franklin County Massachusetts dated January 1579 endorses Indian Blood Purifier Syrup for purifying the blood invigorating the liver and aiding digestion. The writer commends the medicine as essential for the family and urges others in need of a tonic to try it.
Testimonial for Indian Blood Syrup from Franklin County mass
Wendell Massachusetts February 11 1879 Dear Sir I praise your Indian Blood Syrup as valuable medicine. A pamphlet from your agent prompted us to try it and our family found it one of the best medicines we ever had Mrs Charles A Felton
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wendell, Cooleyville
Franklin Co
Mass
Charles A, Felton
The Family Regulator in CooLEYVILLE Massachusetts
A letter from Susayya H Haserva of CooLEYVILLE Franklin County praises Indian Blood Syrup as a trusted family regulator. She states long-term use, recommending it to the public and noting its usefulness when needed. The dated note reflects 19th century home remedy endorsement.
Rheumatism Cured by Indian Boop Syrup
Springfield resident James Joselys reports cure from rheumatism and erysipelas after using Indian Boop Syrup. He urges others to try the remedy, praising its effectiveness and reliability. A carpenter from Orleans Street also endorses the syrup, supporting its wide use.
Indian Blood Syrup Advertised by Hampden Firm
A historical advertisement listing Dyspepsia and Indigestion remedies, notably Prono and Indian Blood Syrup, with testimonials from Mrs. N L Marshall Mrs Harriet Preston and Joel Preston. Wholesale agents in Boston and firms including Weeks Potter Goodwin and Co and Gilman Brothers are named along with street addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Mase Weeks & Potter
Washington St
Geo
Goodwin & CO
Gilman Brothers
Washington
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William H. English
Indiana
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Canadas
Horace White
Horace
Shepherd
Parker C. Chandler
John Sherman
The
International Review
White
Massachusetts Democracy
Zewo
Carl Schurz
Boutwell
Treasury
Brigham Young
Salt Lake Valley
Pioneer
Our
Republic
Philadelphia
Australia
Webb
People and Patriot
Connecticut
New Haven
B. Washburne
J. S. Sanford
Belgium
Florida
Sanford
New York Sun
Kilpatrick
Bellows Falls
New Hampshire
Woodford
Vermont
Ee Devens
Aine
Thomas T. Crittenden
Missouri Democrats
Kansas
Crittenden
St. Louis
Springfield
George William Curtis
Roscoe Conkling
Curtis
John W. Forney
Hancock Club
Utica
General Grindlay
J. Stewart Lowery
Lowery
Grindlay
Kingston
Jamaica
Grant
Oneida County
Igloor
Concord
N. H
Merrimac Valley
Credit Moviker
Harriman
New Hamp Shire
George W. McCrary
Poland
James A. Garfield
Ames
McCrary
Standish, Mich
Hancock and English Club
M. McCormack
Oliver T. Rugg
Standish
Jackson
Banner County
Milford
Penn
Pike County
Courts of Justice
Arthur
Merryag
Gar
Ano
Clark Johnson
Essex Co
Sarah A, Johnson
Presbory
Cooleyville
L. Haskins
Jaamzs LD. Baunes
New Sauem
Pkucror Whiteker
Cooleyville, Franklin Co
Susayyau H. Haserva
Hampden Co
James Joselys
Brandprono, Hampden Co
N. L. Marshall
Hap.Lry
Harriet Preston
Briuerica
Middlesex Co
Aaron Maynard
Rosenthall
Malk Lund
H. OsGoop
B. E. Spaulding
M. M. Coupry
George Smith
Samuel Cole
Joan Manston
Geo. Kimbally
Daniel Freyp
Jonas Stone
Z. Harrington
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