Secretary Van Ramsey halts cadet Whittaker's dismissal plan
Washington reports Secretary Van Ramsey has suspended the West Point Board recommendation to drop Cadet Whittaker for study deficiency, granting a possible path to court-martial. If dismissed now, he loses any further hearing. Also notes Treasury decisions on National Board of Health funds and quarantine station construction.
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Boston population and political nominations in 19th century
Boston’s latest census shows 352 009 residents. Vermont Republicans nominate Farnham for Governor Barstow for Lieutenant Governor and John A. Page for State Treasurer. Maine Republicans renominate Davis and back Garfield and Arthur. Third Maine District renominates Lindsay for Congress. City of New York steamer City of New York burned at Brooklyn dock. Pittsburgh Allegheny City total 232 000. Frye renominated for Congress in Maine’s Second District. Pa fires at port town destroy hotels and stores. Kendall suburb fire kills two and destroys thirty five houses. Fire caused by gas stove exhaust. Wall Street report. English swimmer George Fearn swims 15 miles in Hell Gate current in 3 27 46. New York heat causes 224 deaths. Army worm appears in Goshen Orange County. E W Pratt robbed of 2000 dollars.
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International News Roundup from Gibraltar to Paris
Reports from Gibraltar note the Egyptian obelisk en route to New York. France faces poor crop prospects this year while Ireland records smallpox. In London Bradlaugh clashes with Parliament over his seat, leading to temporary detention and swift release. Other items include Austria Hungary, Germany, and Asia Minor updates, Greece borders, Cuban affairs, and Jesuit decrees across Europe.
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Third Day of National Democratic Convention Proceedings
The convention resumed at ten with prayer by Rev Charles Taylor and heard updates on Tilden Randall and Hancock. Votes shifted across states on the second ballot, Hancock gained support, and the nomination was moved to be unanimous. Susan B Anthony presented an address for woman suffrage as resolutions were adopted pledging constitutional Democratic principles, home rule, and honest money.
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Republican Duty in Dark Presidential Campaign
The Hawkeye urges unwavering Republican loyalty to Garfield and Arthur, warning of a fierce Democratic challenge backed by secession-minded elements. It emphasizes duty, unity, and active support to prevent a Northern loss that could empower a renegade South and endanger national authority, urging prompt, coordinated campaign effort.
Campaign missteps and fusion bets in Maine and beyond
The piece critiques Democratic campaign errors against Garfield, notes overreaching fusion attempts in Maine and Iowa, and argues that past multi ticket strategies failed to defeat Republicans. It warns that Democrats risk alienating voters while third party prospects drift back toward Republicans as November nears.
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Garfield connected with Credit Mobilier fraud, letter says
A Philadelphia letter from J. S. Black to Mr Blaine dated February 15, 1873 argues Gen Garfield acted in profound ignorance of the Credit Mobilier scheme. Black recounts telling Garfield in 1859-70 about Ames, the stock and its congressional ties, asserting Garfield had no knowledge of the fraud and was not complicit.
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Garfield and salary debates from the Iowa State Register
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Garfield Credited With Honor Against Fraud Allegations
A Chicago Inter-Ocean excerpt defends General Garfield against fraud charges. It praises his humble background, lifelong service, and moral character while condemning critics who pursue alleged scandals and rail-and-tax complaints. The piece portrays Garfield as a vindication of American institutions and merit.
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Garfield truth described as against nature in press remark
The Atlanta Constitution criticizes the Democratic press for failing to tell the truth about Garfield, concluding that such candor is impossible in their view and describing it as against nature.
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Political argument over Democrats and Republicans in postwar policy
The piece argues Republicans should focus on party records and actions since the war, criticizing Democrats for slow reform, failure to empower Southern states, and dependence on Southern Senators. It warns that Democratic control could threaten federal authority and civil rights, urging support for Garfield and Arthur.
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Republican Stand Against Democratic Domination in the South
A detailed political briefing argues the Republican Party must secure full rights for Black citizens in the South and defend amendments from Civil War era guarantees. It warns a Democratic victory would trigger a reactionary era, challenge federal protections, and risk Confederate legacies while praising Hayes administration and Garfield as strong presidential contenders.
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General Garfield Wealth and Standing in Ohio Estate Details
The Chicago Evening Journal notes General Garfield’s finances show solid but modest means. He owns a Washington house free of debt valued at 10 to 12 thousand dollars and a 158 acre farm in Mentor, Ohio valued around 9 thousand dollars, only partly paid for. Together these form his material fortune, while his chief wealth is the esteem of neighbors and fellow citizens.
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Garfield Took Back Treasury Records Second After Wheeler
The Democrats claim Garfield was the second man to return the Treasury records to the United States, with Vice-President Wheeler pacing him by only a few hours, as reported by the Des Moines Register.
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