04 Oct 1871
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Newspaper
Democratic Enquirer
Location
Mcarthur, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1871
Page
1
A partial OCR fragment references naval action and a potential antagonist, with garbled phrases suggesting a wartime setting. The readable bits indicate a battle scene or character arc involving a ship or fleet and a counterattack, though many details remain unclear.
The Carroll Free Press receives money from a Radical candidate to distribute free issues through the county beyond the election. The piece accuses the paper of harming the Democratic cause and aiding John Sherman, questioning the source of funds and its Republican support.
A speech rails against the Farmera Laborers and Mechanics and the Radical office holding Ting. It urges the people to halt what it calls robbery and corruption, warning that deceived voters will bear the responsibility.
The Enquirer urges Democrats to support Republican neighbors by lending their McArthur Inquirer and, if possible, investing in Democratic papers for Republicans who cannot subscribe. It vows to press the infamies of Radical leaders during the campaign and to rely on friends to spread the truth.
A reader argues that government officers are often found in dishonest dealings and contends the corruption will persist until voters oust them. The letter emphasizes distrust of officials and calls for accountability in elections.
Brief notes critique a Democratic bid by John Quiscy Rams for Massachusetts governor, citing a reform platform: constitutional fidelity, free elections, anti court packing, amnesty, penal reform, limited national powers, a revenue tariff, labor wage relief from currency and taxes, opposition to prohibition, and state railroad regulation. Public money shortfall in Olympia is mentioned as background.
Notice to qualified electors of Vinton County Ohio outlines an October fall election to vote on a proposal for lands for infirmary purposes. It lists ballot wording and duties of election judges and identifies Corney Maybolds Auditor of Vinton County as of September 20. The notice references indictments at the Custom House and criticizes Wisconsin Democrats and California politicians.
Two weeks ago backers pressed Billy g Nush, a Sherman land grab candidate for State Senate, to answer a list of 13 questions about voting for Sherman’s re election, amnesty, land grants, bond taxation, Ku Klux law, and political ethics. They urged a vote against him and for J. V. Stevens.
Taxpayers urged to vote the Democratic ticket with Soule for faithful representation. The plea promotes legislative will, removal of burdens, and alignment with The Jeffersonian Standard. References to Old Greeley and Radical party lines appear in the endorsement.
A rousing call urges Democrats to mobilize for election day vote the entire ticket. It condemns Republican leadership and requests turnout to counter high taxes and hard times, stressing organization and aiding the sick and elderly to reach the polls.
A political appeal urges Democrats to resist circulating falsehoods about candidates. It warns voters to avoid listening to bogus tickets and to safeguard their votes as the election nears.
A New York Post Office money order head Norton is named as a defaulter for 115000. The report notes a warning to voters about radical names on the ticket and urges caution.
A political appeal attacks Senator John Sherman for voting to grant fifty million acres to the Northern Pacific Railroad, alleging land losses for future settlers. It urges a vote for J. V. Stevens for State Senator and Almond Soule for Representative to replace Sherman in the Legislature.
The item rails at heavy taxes on farm gear and harness to fund government under Radical rule, urging a clean Democratic ticket next Tuesday. It notes Senator Thurman ill with fever but hopeful of quick return and cites Maine Radical losses since 1868 with Democrats gaining legislative seats.
Sumner and Wilson declare opposition to Ben Butler's gubernatorial bid while Butler aligns with supporters and the president in a charged political fight. Belford for Auditor is described as thoroughly qualified amid partisan maneuvering and official influence.
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