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Newspaper

Chester Daily Times

Location

Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1876

Page

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Electors vote day and Florida contest unsettled

Voters are reminded to sign up at the office near Holgswont avenue and Welsh streets. Forecasts for New England and the Middle States predict fair to clear weather with light winds. The U S steamer Gettysburg notes a rich coral reef at 36 30 N 11 28 W, no position change. The Louisiana outcome favors Hayes electors per returning board plans, while Tilden electors sue Governor McHenry to claim a clear majority and lack of board authority.

New England Middle States U. S Tilden Louisiana Hayes McHenry

Political speculation as Louisiana tragedy fades

The article critiques the Eliza Pinkston testimony in a Louisiana case and notes sensational politics. It reports on the upcoming session at noon with both houses to organize. The Speakership favored appears Randall, while the President’s message is ready for delivery after organization. Democrats held a caucus to name the nominating slate.

Returning Board of Louisiana Eliza Pinkston Pinkston Randall

Randall Triumph in Philadelphia Speaker Race

A speaker election in Philadelphia concluded with Hon. Randall winning the contest by a single ballot. Mr Saylor declined to have his name mentioned and Mr Randall expressed gratitude in a characteristic speech upon notification of the honor.

Inee Saylor Randall Philadelphis

Decisive Presidential Election Debate Across The Republic

A Cleveland Leader synthesis notes the election as the most decisive on record with the Electoral College at stake. The New Orleans Picayune warns of fraud threatening Hayes, while Wade Hampton is praised for urgency. The New Orleans Times questions army involvement in presidential legitimacy. the Vicksburg Herald hints at Tilden victory if Returning Board votes are favorable. Major Strachan named Governor of Barbados, Rev Henry Ward Beecher to lecture in Boston on North and South.

Cleveland New Orleans Picayune Hayes Wade Hampton Republic Newman Washington New Orleans Times United States Vicksburg Herald Tilden Major Strachan Gold Coast Barbadoes Henry Ward Beecher Boston

Schooner Gale Lost Near Fairport With All Hands

A severe northwest wind kept ships in port at Cleveland for three days. The Gale, a schooner from Erie bound to Erie with limestone, sank near the headlands by Fairport. The cabin and two trunks washed ashore. one trunk held ladies' clothing. An item bearing the name S. P. Gale was found. The crew are believed dead.

Cleveland Erie Fairport S. P. Gale Gale

Marieta Times Debuts As Marietta Weekly Sheet

The Marieta Times, a new weekly edited and published by G. G. Cameron formerly of Wilmington, Del., is described as bright and ably conducted. The piece commends Cameron and predicts a long prosperous future, expecting the paper to become a town fixture.

Marieta

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