Political convention turmoil twin cities to dominate Chicago
The piece notes a widening split among New York and Pennsylvania delegations while Sherman dominates Ohio as a likely Chicago winner. It highlights fort Wayne intrigue, Thurman backed by Democratic delegates, and two thirds rule. It mentions Toledo’s Democratic fray, Haag as a key player, a mix up over a School Commissioner candidate, and anti Grant infighting in Cook County with Republicans withdrawing and regrouping amid disgraceful conduct.
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Keystone
New York
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Fitts
First cabinet break as Key retires for judgeship
The retirement of Postmaster General Key to accept a judgeship marks the first break in President Hayes' cabinet since his inauguration, an uncommon move that augurs well for shifting sentiment within the administration.
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Hayes
Ohio Democrats Rally Behind Thurman at Convention
The Ohio Democratic State convention praised Thurman amid rivalries over Grant and other nominees. Supporters of various candidates urged unity while a Kentuckian leading the Louisville Courier Journal mocked the Ohio factions. The piece notes little belief in Thurman securing the Cincinnati nomination.
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Thurman
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Take out Republicans who won’t vote for Grant
The New York Tribune quotes the Cincinnati Commercial arguing that removing anti Grant Republicans would create a hole big enough to sling Texas through. It recalls the 1872 attempt to sling Horace Greeley through such a hole and expose the party to disaster. The piece suggests some lessons are never learned.
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Presidential Probabilities from Cleveland Leader Table
The New York Tribune prints a four view table on Republican nomination chances. It lists delegates pledged to Blaine Sherman Grant Edmunds and Washburne, with figures under different assumptions. Ohio is shown as giving Sherman 44 votes, but nine Ohio delegates cannot vote for him on the first ballot.
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Blaine Bureau
Ohio
Knight
Ohio Republicans urged to unite for decisive fall victory
The Ohio Republican platform and ticket are set for a long, fierce contest. The piece urges Republicans to lay aside personal and local disputes, unite under patriotism and national sovereignty, and win a large, unquestioned majority. It warns of Democratic tactics and calls for early, persistent campaigning. It also outlines Ohio fish laws aimed at protecting streams, with penalties and dam passage requirements, criticizing Lake Erie fishing as excessive.
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Washington Lob By Theorized Signal From Ben Le Fevre
Nat McKay recounts a tale about General Ben Le Fevre involving Ohio investigators, a gallery signal with a bonnet, and a corridor meeting with seven female acquaintances. Le Fevre is said to be developing a private signaling system offering countless unintelligible forms to a chosen recipient.
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Buck Brady at Columbus Democratic Convention
At the Columbus Democratic State Convention a dramatic moment occurred as Buck Brady of Hamilton county strode onto the stage and hurled a sharp remark at Hon Mr Converse amid the tense scene. The exchange highlighted the partisan friction and public tensions surrounding the event.
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