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Postmaster Positions Fuel Partisan Push in 1880s Politics
A political letter argues against targeting individual postmasters, urging a broad purge of Republican officeholders seen as party tools. It emphasizes the need for Democratic control to ensure competent governance and cites local election results and a New York governor candidate’s impact on 1888 prospects. The piece also notes appointments like Isaac Ochs of Auburn via Congressman Lowry for Pawnee Indian ranges.
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