Grant Sends Out Messages as Electioneering Document
An 1860s report notes President Grant’s message to Congress, published in newspapers, described as electioneering. It claims Congress will oppose reform, while alleging Republican theft and corruption. It cites Pension Agent Morbes, Pension Agent Calhoun, Nashville postmaster, and a Congress member Stokes as indicted or corrupt.
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Presidential candidates and the 1872Democratic stance
A Carroll County Chronicle line expresses strong opposition to nominating a Republican linked candidate for president in 1872. It endorses several Democratic statesmen from Indiana, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, New York and Ohio, arguing any such nominee could not unite the party and would lose Democratic votes. It cautions Radical leaders favor martial law and criticizes the Governor’s actions.
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Democratic Voices and Wage Fireside Numbers of 1860s Boston
A fragment from a 19th century letter page reflects Democratic gratitude for supporters and critiques of 1860 wage levels in Boston. It contrasts wages, rents, and household prices, cites Bondholder debates, and includes a long aside on currency value and government bonds in 1862 1864, ending with a note on Jefferson and Mint Jukebox?
Political tensions and scandals across parties in Mass and beyond
Fragmented editorial passage critiques Democratic resolve in Massachusetts and national party cohesion amid alleged corporate and bank influence. It notes Wendell Phillips as a bold counterforce and catalogs impeachment and bribery accusations against Republican officials in several states. The piece hints at Senate power plays, champagne and wine at events, and a debated political climate shaping upcoming elections.
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Massachusetts
Wendell Phillips
Oil Bay
Political turmoil and graft across states in crisis
A sweeping report denounces Democratic support for civil law amid Governor Ulindis and Serres tensions, while Grant’s administration tightens control. It notes South Carolina’s repudiation trend, Warnoth’s critique of party conventions, and Republican Boutwell’s gold policy. Smallpox ravages cities as scandal and economic strain dominate the scene.
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