Emigration and politics mix in 1880s Kentucky debate
A fragment from a rural Kentucky correspondent discusses counterfeit silver dollars, bond and currency movements, and political shifts. It notes a Congress discharge of Doorkeeper Polk, calls for Republican unity, and urges immigration to Georgia and ongoing Democratic organization ahead of 1880. The tone reflects postwar economic concerns and local party strategy.
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Polk
Congress
Georgia
Ao Immigration Society
Polk County
Fire devastates Forsyth again prompting demand for engine
Forsyth endures another Sunday night blaze in the business district causing about ten thousand dollars in losses with scant insurance. The town is labeled a tinder box and a fire engine is urged for Forsyth and similarly frail frame towns nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forsyth
Gartrell Named as Governor Candidate in Georgia
From the Tacoa Herald a note urging Gen L J Gartrell of Atlanta as Georgia's next governor. The writer argues Gartrell is the most competent and worthy man, inviting supporters from neighboring counties to send communications and literary contributions to bolster the local paper.
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L. J. Gartrell
Atlants
Buanies
Serels
Gartrell
Gen. Gartrell
Tacoa Herald
Gurtrell
Aleo le
Public Spirit and the Public Benefactor Role
A lengthy discourse extols the public spirited man as a true benefactor who sacrifices time talent and money for the general welfare while criticizing those who cling to selfishness. It contrasts civic pride with neglectful indifference and criticizes the moneyed class that avoids public duties, urging broader support for local improvements and institutions. The piece also notes political debates on the Resumption Act and related bills, praising proactive public action and condemning obstructionist elements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lila
Hia Stite
Heaven
Hopeful on peace as Russia and Britain hover near pact
London reports hopeful rumors of concessions to avert European war. Gortschakoff may resign to restore confidence. Russia hints at accepting Berlin mediation while urging Turkey to resist British passage of the Bosphorus. Austria signals it will oppose further moves against the San Stefano framework.
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London
Gladstone
Russia
London Post
Journal de St. Petérsburg
Gortsomakofy
Sayes
St. Petersburg
Prince Gortschakoff
Count Schougaloff
Europe
Constantinople
Velyk Pashi
Velyk
Bosphorus
Bujukdere
Pants
Petr
M ‘Tisza
Austria
Hungary
Nec Sary
Lennon
England
Italy
Thescaly
Greecos
Lonpox
Saurday
Menora
Berlin
Germany
Geremany
Tropestor
Colipresa
Ignatici
Imaeven
Qortechakoff
Keone
Shirin
Gortachakoff
Bessarabia
Johnny
San Stefano
Don
Schakoffsy
Rustchuk
Vilessure
Porte
Pera
Vienna
Ignatieff
Prince Gottschakott
Ignatief
Washington News and a Long Eulogy for Alex Stephens
Washington reports from April 5 1878 describe Rhode Island following New Hampshire in electing a Republican governor and legislature. The Democratic House wrestles with petty internal disputes over a doorkeeper or messenger while opposing officials’ reform efforts. The piece critiques Democratic leaders and discusses Montgomery Blair's attacks on Hayes and the strategy regarding Tilden.
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Washington
Rhode Island
New Hampshire
House of Representatives
Montgomery Blair
Hayes
Maryland
Mr. Hayes
Tilden
Congress
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the Express
Cedartown
MO. W. Radley
APA
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Hardin County
Kentucky
Elizabethtown
Montgomery Blam
Tripex
Public Spirit
San Antonio
Texas
Congresso
Senate
White House
Secretary of the Treasury
Cineus
Blair
Annapolis
Supreme Court
Himelf
Blur
Lgt
Booth
Edmunds
Dawes
Pharman
Stanley Matthews
Senate Committee On Appropriationa
Stephens
Mr. Stephens
Gortschakoff
Vepyk Pasha
Louis Napotzon
Austin
Alex. Stephens
The
Cedartown Express
Cherokee
Atrrowiding
Hzprese
Positiow
Paulding
Sheriff
Ordi
Nary
Tax
Bill Heads
Justice Court
Cedartown, GA
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