Extraordinary Letter From Judge Strong on Hayes Election
A public letter from Judge William Strong reveals his controversial role in the 1876 Electoral Commission vote that declared Rutherford B. Hayes president. The document shows Strong's vote was guided by a legal technical rule, not belief Hayes was lawfully elected, prompting calls for congressional inquiry into the election's legality and the commission’s power.
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New York Sun
William Strong
Pennsylvania
Supreme Court of the United States
Electoral Commission
Rutherford B. Hayes
United States
Judge Strong
Hayes
Mr. Hayes
Congress
Tate
Louisiana Returning Board
George W. Jones
Tennessee
Mr. Jones
Payetteville
Tenn
Charles A. Dana
Washington
United States Supreme Court
Commission
Anany
Louisiana
Senate
G. W. Jones
WasningTon
Tates
Democratic Party
W. Strong
House of Representatives
Rutherford
B. Hayes
United States House of Representatives
Political currents and Indiana delegates in state politics
The Columbus Dispatch notes the Greenback and Labor Reform surge influencing New York politics while Republican and Democratic managers worry which party bears the worst hit. Indianapolis deputy officers train for state offices as Col. B C Shaw retires early. Southern Indiana’s sliver of votes shapes the convention amid multiple candidates.
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Texas
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Ilinois
Man Leaps to Death in 600 Foot Onedia Mine Shaft
James Mc Gee, former chief engineer at the Onedia mine, killed himself by jumping into a shaft about 600 feet deep. He, a 43-year-old New York native and a single man, had been in poor health and allegedly mentally deranged. The incident followed political maneuvering in the House over free banking and fractional currency reform, with a tense repeal vote showing party divides.
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Onedia
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New York
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Kelley
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Conger
Cox
Phelps
Connecticut
Bragg Battery Bravery at Buena Vista Remembered
A New York World contributor retells Bragg’s valorous Buena Vista defense against Santa Anna’s force. Bragg, unsupported, mounted a stubborn stand with Third Artillery as 10 000 to 20 000 Mexicans pressed. Taylor’s report lauds the decisive defense and calls it a supreme act of courage and self sacrifice.
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New York World
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Battle of
Buena Vista
Braxton Bragg
Bragg
Palo Alto
Resaca de la Palma
Ringgold
Monterey
Randolph Ridgely
May
Santa Anna
Taylor
Major Bliss
Mexico
Light Brigade
Marco Bozzaris
Delaware man elected as ite clerk in Ways and Means
Wm Helphill Jones of Delaware, former Deputy First Comptroller, has been chosen by the House Ways and Means Committee as ite clerk. He once faced removal amid Civil War era accusations of Confederate sympathies but remains regarded as efficient and well qualified for the new post. Charleston doctors defend pay and risk to treat yellow fever patients at Port Royal amid criticism. Mrs Millis comments on marriage happiness tied to her husband's appetite, noting the stomach influences harmony.
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India
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Jones
Charleston
Port Royal
Keely
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United States
Col. R. Hoe
America
Chicago
Rt. Louis
Roere
Colorado
Martin Luther
Berlin
Ernest Luther
Fulton Times
Newark
Oshkosh
Wis
Autumn Whispers and Odd Notices Across the Nation
A collage of quips and brief items from late 19th century newspapers. Reflections on autumn images, jokes about coffee prizes, and curious quotes from the Milwaukee Sentinel, Boston Globe, and Newark Call. Snippets include political jabs, poetic lines, and playful musings on daily life and technology.
Nap After Dinner Boosts Work and Health
An article argues a two hour post lunch rest improves health and productivity for all workers. It cites a farmer who banned work from twelve to two, letting men sleep under trees after dinner. Rested workers return at two o clock refreshed and able to perform double the daytime effort.
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