Winfield Scott Hancock Idealized as Democratic Candidate
The article extols Winfield Scott Hancock as the ideal Democratic nominee. It highlights his wartime leadership, civil governance stance, and purity of character, arguing he unites party factions, defends states' rights, and upholds local self government. It asserts his record is clear and his name stands for bravery and honesty.
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William H English Fit Man for Hancock Ticket on Democracy
The Baltimore American notes English, a long-time Democrat, strengthens the Hancock ticket with stormy congressional service. It contrasts the Democratic slate with a weak Republican VP pick and predicts electoral votes, while also reporting on a Japanese baby born in New York and Gladstone Beaconsfield diplomacy on the Greek frontier.
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Chicago
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New York
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Pennsylvania
California
Connecticut
Oregon
Nevada
New Jersey
Garfield and Ames scandal cited in political clash
The piece reviews reactions to the Credit Mobilier affair and Garfield’s standing, noting the Nation and Sun quarreling over findings of perjury and bribe‑taking. It contrasts earlier condemnations with current defense while recounting political fallout and a Montgomery disruption at a Republican ratification event.
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Roscoe Conkling
Garfield
Chester A. Arthur
New York
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Poland
Ring
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Ting
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Godkin
A Model Speech Atop a Polarized Convention
A detailed critique of party convention orations highlights the weak and strong performances by Blaine Conkling Garfield and Dougherty. It presents Dougherty’s nomination of General Hancock as a model speech and champions Winfield Scott Hancock as the candidate who can unite factions and carry key states.
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Democratic Platform at Cincinnati Emphasizes Honest Money and Home Rule
The Cincinnati platform proclaims clear Democratic principles opposing centralization, endorsing home rule, civil power supremacy, church-state separation, free public schools, honest money, and public lands for settlers. It condemns Hayes era abuses and fraud in the last election, highlighting reform and anti corruption.
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Garfield
Congress
New York
Hayes
John Sherman
Democratic Party
Hapcock
United States
Platform of a party after March 4 1881
The passage accuses a party of insulting the public by naming a convicted perjurer and bribe-taker as a candidate. It claims a strong platform fit for strong men and asserts its principles will govern the republic after March 4, 1881.
Republican Convention Chooses Dark Horse After Fractious Fight
The four day Republican gathering failed to settle on Grant Blaine or Sherman, opting instead for a previously unnamed dark horse as the factions feared exclusion. In contrast the Democratic convention was orderly, swift, and nominated the top vote-getter on the first ballot by a two thirds majority, prompting questions on which method best suits the American citizenry.
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Eliza Pinkston
John Sherman
Montgomery
Grant
Blaine
Sherman
Flanagan
Hancock and English Ticket Unites Democrats Across Regions
The Cincinnati nomination signals a strong, nationwide Democratic ticket. Hancock stresses civil power supremacy, unity, and honest governance, while critics target Republican charges. The piece highlights party loyalty, regional tensions, and calls to overlook past conflicts in favor of a prosperous, principled future.
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Personal. Tur Daily Globe’s Flourishing Start and Leaders
A Boston Daily Globe history notes its 1872 launch as Tur Daily Globe with a literary focus and social coverage. It details key figures like editor Maturin Ballou, Colonel Charles H. Taylor’s rise, and ties to the New York Tribune and Massachusetts politics shaping the paper’s development.
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Massachusetts
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Massachusetts House of Representatives
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J. Ballon
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Edward Prescott
Francis A. Nichols
James McCormick
Jonas H. French
William Taylor
Abner R. Tucker
New Bedford
Lowell
Cong
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EK. C. Bailey
Boston Herald
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Cess
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B. P. Palmer
Palmer
Rockland
Bangor
Evening Transcript
Coon
Charlestown
Tur Glong
Remedy for Rheumatism in Berkshire County
A Berkshire County resident from Deerfield Mass reports relief from chronic rheumatism after using Indian Bicop Syrup. The testimonial states life-improving results and that the patient feels better than in four years. John McKim signs the notice.
Indian Loop Syrup Praised by Local Resident in Essex
A Lawrence resident reports using Indian Loop Syrup with excellent results, stating it lives up to all recommendations and endorses its benefits. The letter thanks the maker for an effective remedy, signed by Saran A Johnson.
A Very Excellent Medicine Testimony From Mass User
Dear Sir I have used your INDIAN BLOOD LUXUR and am satisfied it is the best medicine I know. I cheerfully add my testimony to its merits H B Rowary SnEevourne Fawns Franklin Co Mass.
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Restored to Health IndIan Beet Syrup Aid
Dear Sir I was afflicted with general Poor Health and tried doctors without effect Hearing of your IndiAn BLoop Synop I sent for some and after a short trial it cured me Tolman Never Fails to Cure Shelburne Falls Franklin Co Mass Dear Sir I have used your IndIan Beet Syrup for two years and find it a never failing remedy in all cases H E Tolman
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Franklin Co
Tolman
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H. E. Tolman
Pruscott, Cooleyville
L. Haskins
James D, Barnes
CooLey Villa
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Haseiys
Springfield
Hampden Co
Srain Grieup
James Joselyn
Hapley
Hampshire Co
Joel Preston
Indian Boop Syrup Advert Refers Dyspepsia Relief
A Mass user from Brandford Hampden County endorses Indian Boop Syrup for dyspepsia and indigestion, noting significant benefit and urging others to try the remedy in this testimonial letter.
Unanimous Recommendation in Middlesex for Indian Blood Syrup
A letter from BILurrica Massachusetts lists numerous residents and names including Aaron Maynard Rosenthall Malm Lund Mrs H Oscoon B E Spaulding Mrs M M Coupry George Smith Mrs Samuel Cole Joan Marston Gru Kimball Daniel Floyd and Jonas Stone Harrington praising Indian Blood Syrup and its perceived benefits.
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Amy Aaron Maynard
Rosenthall
Malk Lunpd
H. Oscoon
B. E. Spaulding
M. M. Coupry
George Smith
Samuel Cole
Joan Marston
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