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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1868
Page
2
A Confederate style plea urges Indiana Democrats and conservatives to mobilize for Seymour and Blair. It predicts radical program threats, including negro suffrage, a strong Freedmen’s Bureau, and debt expansion, and argues Democrats can carry Indiana in November with increased unity and effort.
A historical critique questions Grant era cabinet prospects and party strategy as the New York Herald’s predictions loom. It notes 1867 US exports fell 59 million since 1860 while Britain rose 237 million and France 326 million, arguing looming commerce decline and party missteps. It accuses radicals of fraud in Pennsylvania and claims New York voters swayed key outcomes, predicting Democratic gains in November.
The text alleges Radical County Commissioners created a new south precinct and appointed officials to deny votes in Kicbmou. It claims registries were mishandled, boosting Radicals’ numbers while suppressing Democrats, and cites Fred Douglass urging armed defense of liberty amid alleged constitutional denial.
The notice certifies the November 1868 Indiana election officers and electors. It names two statewide electors for President and Vice President and one elector for each of Indiana’s eleven congressional districts, with the certification dated October 4, 1368, and signed by W Hancock, Clerk.
Notice is given that John F. Griner, administrator of John Kiley deceased, filed a petition to set and sell the decedent's real estate to pay debts. The matter will be heard at the next term of the Court of Common Pleas. An inquest by a Harrison County coroner's jury concluded the unknown deceased was found in the Ohio River near Posey town, Tigi county, with a UK description and uncertain name. The inquest was signed by J P Farnsley and coroner officials.
A political setback clears the way for broader national congratulation as Ashley loses a key Ohio congressional contest. The piece recalls rivals and local speculation, noting the Radicals’ opposition and a controversial charity episode involving Governor Seymour and a prominent churchwoman.
Henry Zever sheriff issues a county election proclamation for Harrison County Indiana. The election will be held at designated polling places on the Tuesday after the final day in November with Webster township precinct moved from Springdale to New Middletown. Officials are ordered to conduct the vote and return results as required by law.
Our friend Jacob Neib markets fresh oysters in any desired style and offers them to private parties with candies and cakes. He also sells related items such as cigars. Jacob Deutsch advertises Harrison and Early Goodrich potatoes for early spring planting and Timothy seed from the Interrop, all at low figures and in good, clean condition.
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