Political Turmoil and Electoral Tensions Across States
A collage of 19th century political chatter notes Maine’s Garfield support, Indiana fusion debates, Virginia Democratic splits, and Kentucky’s duty amid Republican resistance. Reports cite Europe’s wheat shortfall, rising U S gold imports, Chisnlmesagsins trial quitted, and a large Tammany demonstration in New York City as unrest and partisanship ripple through national politics.
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Europe
United States
Democracy
Greenbackers
Indiana
Tarrytown
N Y
Andre
Virginia
Leo
Jacckson
John 8. Harbour
Congress
Hancock
Barnum
Maine
Solon Chase
Kentucky
Louisville Couri
Supreme Court of
Tadiana
France
Russia
Germany
W Tammany
New York City
Gotham
Bob Ingersoll
What Shall I do to be Saved and Political Turmoil
A fragment dense with battered rhetoric and partisan flare describes anti Infidelity attacks and a Brooklyn torchlight parade. It cites Democratic ruflirmsm, threats of violence, and rewards for arresting ruffians. The piece quotes Southern Democrat views from Ex Senator Hamilton and others, urging loyalty to the Union and political action through the Democratic ticket.
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Brooklyn
N.Y
Irvies Hall
Kelley
BL. Hamilton
Texas
Cajon
Yan
Nerbiars
Save Southern
Abbeville
S. C
Honsider
Lee
Jackson
Wade Hampton
Ryan
Pennnsylvania
Th Luched
Wie
Senate
Beltahnabar
Phut
Democratic
Pier Amond
Migsissippi
Senaor Butler
Senator Fatice
Charleston Mpnarud Cour
Phe Negra
Meridian Mercury
Hugh Lee
Trials and Tribulations of a Long Night Train Ride
Editorial correspondence recalls a crowded Cedar Rapids to Kansas City journey. A stubborn coach seat, a stove that scorches, and a chatty Pennsylvania Dutch passenger break the ice. A conductor finally disturbs a sleeping traveler to resolve a cramped, humorous misadventure.
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Bundie
Aysorbel
Tates
Vaterland
Pearer
North Pole
Leneh
Two Little Heroines On a Desperate Train Journey
On a Kansas City bound trip two Des Moines girls aged twelve and fourteen traveled alone to find their deserted father. They carried only food, spoke of Esther’s alcohol troubles and neglect, and hoped to persuade him to return home. The chief of police took custody upon arrival as Kansas City papers note the father had moved to St. Joe.
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Roy Tongue
Camile
Berkshire Park
Kansas City
Des Moines
Esther
St. Joe
Tres volume ends third year with reflections and thanks
The issue marks the Tres volume closing its third year, noting no regrets from past utterances and no new promises for the future. It reflects on reader patronage, expresses gratitude to friends, and wishes peace, prosperity, and happiness as a universal heritage.
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Tres
Jbters
Rally Hearing by Auditor Sherman at Wigwam
The city and surrounding area will hear Hon. B. Ji. Sherman Auditor of State address the public at the Wigwam this Thursday evening. The Garfield and Artur Clubs from this city and Marion will attend in force. The meeting promotes Republican issues with Sherman described as a top western orator.
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B. Ji. Sherman
Garfeld
Artur
Marion
Staiyooutes
Big Turnout for Fort Madison Campaign Speech
Hon John Van Valkenburg of Fort Madison drew a large Wigwam crowd on Thursday night with a stirring speech. The hall filled with over two hundred uniformed Gare felt and Arthur Club members from the city and Marive as he pressed strong indictments of the Democracy. The speech, introduced by Hon Chi Weare, lasted over an hour and was praised for its truth and restraint, promising wholesome political influence.
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Grinnell
Jawa
Cedar Rapids
Topeka
Atchison, Topeka & Santa Feak Road Company
Tawa
John van Valkenburg
Fort Madison
Garefelt and
Arthur
Marive
Chi. Weare
Old Reliable Chicago Journal Promotes Family Reading
The Chicago Journal is hailed as the Old Reliable among western weeklies. It is praised for strong Republican authority and steady news, omitting only unclean content. An offer to supply the Times and Journal at $8 per year in advance is advertised for a limited period.
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West
Chicago Journal
Lgent
Edtoriiy
Great West
Times and Journal
Bret
Notice Before Tax Deed Sale in Stan County
The document lists unknown person in possession of property seized for taxes. It notes a sale on December 9, 1877, describing the described property won for tax and purchased by Geo W Wilson and others. It warns of the expiry of the Treasurer's Deed and that redress or redemption may occur within ninety days from service completion.
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Lua
Stan County
Pixel
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Gay
Decober
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Geo. W. Wilson
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O.young
James C. Young
Zora
Linn County
Rand
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James OC. Young
Lereer
Igors
Imu County
Losin
Pesttun
Sokotatane
Minot
Sighe
EraVel
Sue Marion
Belistal Vity
Vaughn
Sebbasthn Bens
Higley
Jar Rapids
Degertheil
D. Seejliens
Tatarins C. Young
Tralempbior
Charles Bayls
Ottien
Mt. Vernon
Jans County
Iowa
Td. Stephesi
Ames C. Young
Gertilionte
R. D. Stephens
James 2
Yoube
Tawi
Cortiberis
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