Jonesboro Meeting Called to Address Fraud and Nominations
The Democratic Executive Committee for Washington County calls a meeting in Jonesboro on August 3 1886 to discuss fraud claims and the fraudulent convention that nominated Brown and Campbell. The letter criticizes Tar Comer coverage and urges Republican voters to reject the ticket, citing ejectment and court issues and urging honesty in the upcoming contest.
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Washington County
Jonesboro
A.B. Drapmen
Brown
Campbell
Honest Debate Behind the False Charge in Tennessee Politics
A letter writer condemns the Nascent rumor that a political figure conspired to ruin the party with a false accusation. The author asserts the charge was printed before proof and calls the editor reckless, alleging prejudice and opportunism. The piece labels the accuser a shameless fool for spreading untruths to sway voters.
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Annavias
Alove
Cohorta
Comer's Fairness in Nominated Cir Court Officials
The editorial asserts no personal attacks on the nominees for Circuit Judge and Attorney General, urging fair treatment. It lists recent confirmations and appointments including A Hyde postmaster, TH M Snapp postmaster, Chas Podanger US attorney for the Eastern District, A J Upshaw Indian agent, and other Western appointments plus Navy promotions. The piece notes Washington, D.C. on July 23, 1580.
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Tm Comer
Wolor
Usem
Wasminates
D.C
A. Hyde
Bt. Louisy
TH. M. Snapp
Thonsesile
Chas, Podanger
United States
Castern
Laumdiney
A. J. Upshaw
Texxr
Morrie Thomaa
Morytang
Long Fist
Weeern
Aroy Navy
Wilinay
Contested Editor Blasts Ticker News in Hawkins Fraud Claim
A fragmented critique attacks the Jonesboro Herald & Vribone for false reporting on past events, alleging fraudulent candidate promotion and misdated editorials. It cites the Rogersville Werard and ties to Hawkins county politics, recounting delegates, motions, and party ties amid a broader political dispute.
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Rogersville
Werard
Hawkins County
Hacker
Khem
Williams
Hooker
Mrown
Mr. Watton
Brown
Hoepublican Newsppers
Turned Tide in New York Races Challenges Republican Hold
A fierce public battle over party integrity unfolds as voters confront alleged corruption and treachery within the Republican ranks. The judiciary is urged as the guardian of rights amid calls to halt questionable tactics, with Col Brown and Campbell facing sharp questions over county and war era actions and campaign conduct.
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John Fain
Republican Party
Johnson City
Pat Kel
Toe Comer
Col. Brown
New York
Tpp
Brown
Campbell
Hawkins County
Jonesboro
Hin Cheequerot
Linserot
Republican
Attila
Tyrentioy
Tae
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