Southern statesman Hampton lauded as New South leader
An interview highlights Governor Hampton as a foremost southern leader shaping the New South. He defends the BLAINT-TELLER inquiry, criticizes radical administration’s irregularities, and argues for thorough investigation while urging fair national reform. He also discusses money policy, resumption, and the balance between government restraint and business interests. The Anti Chinese Bill advances in the Senate, outlining passenger limits and penalties for shipmasters bringing more than fifteen Chinese aboard to the United States. It specifies reporting requirements and legal consequences, with provisions related to treaty changes and exemptions for certain groups.
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Lamar
Gorpox
Breck
Moraan
Wape Hamfron
New South
Blainf-Teller
South Carolina
Republican Party
Washington
Union
Hampton
Congress
Isao
Gov. Hampton
Allison Gordon
Patterson
Bailey Grover
Plumb
Bayard
Stereford
Ransom
Beck
Jones
Nevo
Sargent
Blaine
Kirkwood
Sanders
Booth
Sharon
Cameron
McDonald
Shields
Coke
McPherson
Spencer
Dennis
Maxey
Teller
Dorsey
Mitchell
Thurman
Eaton
Morgan
Voorhees
Eustis
Oglesby
Wallace
Garland
Juddlock
Windom
Nays
Anthony
Dawes
Kellogg
Bruce
Edmunds
Kernan
Burnside
Verry
McCreery
Butler
Hamlin
McMillan
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Matthews
Conkling
Hoar
Merriman
Conover
Howe
Morrill
Davis
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Ingalls
Randolph Davis
Wis
Flas
Withers
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Chaffee
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Wien
Aqnaster
US States
China
Toward a United Democracy in 1880 Ideals for All Americans
The piece argues for a national, non sectional democracy in 1880, urging the Democratic party to embrace established principles and strong, trustworthy nominees. It denounces eastern western northern and southern factions, calls for a constitution uniting the country, and praises sober public judgment over expediency, ending with a wish for more Wane Hamptons in the nation.
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Tom
Democratic Party of the Union
Jackson
United States
Hamptons
Opinion on Chinese expulsion bill in the press
The Louisville Courier Journal voices private criticism of the expulsion bill as a weak, indecent concession to English interests. It defends the Burlin game treaty and Burlingame era trade, notes Senate haste, and sticks to the St. Louis platform while acknowledging California’s loss.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
St. Louis
Hannibal Hamlin
California
China
Matthews
Senate
Evansville Urged to Reject Name Change to Lamasco
The Evanaville paper urges readers to oppose renaming the city to Lamasco, arguing that a name change won’t grow the town. It notes major cities like Fort Wayne Terre Haute and Vincennes are well known and Evansville already has status. The piece calls for more people wealth and enterprise to raise the town’s standing.
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Evanaville
Lamasco
The
Tribune
Terre Haute
Vincennes
Fort Wayne
Europe
United States
Evaneville
Ilinois
Wisconsin
Colorado
Arkansax
Terreaute
Evansville
Albany House Elects Colored Chaplain
The Albany legislature’s predominantly Democratic House has chosen a colored chaplain, marking a notable religious and racial milestone in the state capital.
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Albany
Remarkable Man Studies Finance in Original Greek
A Washington Capital tale recounts how a prominent senator diligently studied finance. He consulted Spofford and a shelf of old works, then drafted a grand oration praising the Republican era and wartime leadership, before executive session halted his effort. The anecdote mocks his zeal and attempts at ancient learning.
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A. C. Buell
Washington
Jones
Logan
Maxey
Morton
Carpenter
Old Hamlin
Hamlin
Howe
Qoho
John
Senate
Spofford
Congress
Julius Cesar
Greece
Herculaneum
Pompeii
Troy
Hannibal
Lycurgus
Carthage
Semiramis
Nile
Tamerlane
Fair Land
Union
Republican Party
Reublican Party
Sumter
Democratic Party
New York
Illinois
Inter-Ocean
A Balldosed President Editorial Exchange
A reader quotes an editorial accusing Hayes of appointing Kellogg’s allies to trusted posts. The writer asks the Post for answers on cipher dispatches, Orton’s destruction, Kellogg’s influence, and political dealings with Conkling. The editor notes Kellogg’s alleged manipulation of the White House and electoral forgery, admitting a lack of certainty about his truthfulness.
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Washington Post
the Post
Hayes
Wm. P. Kellogg
Washington
Jefferson
Jackson
Orton
Western Union Telegraph Company
Potter Committee
Conkling
Kelloge
Badger
New Orleans
Hayex
Hannibal Hamlin
Conkhung
Kellogg
Oxye
Prohibited Words List From Bryant's Evening Post
A fragment lists Bryant’s banned words for the Evening Post alphabetically for instruction. It includes replacements like Aspirant for candidate, Obituary for death, Boy for juvenile, Part for portion, Trustworthy for reliable, and Neighborhood for vicinity, among others.
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William Cullen Bryant
Evening Post
Ito
Tapis
Wall Street
Song of the On and the New Albany Ledger-Standard
A fragmentary verse piece references Zachary seeking Isaac P. succession and Bagley tobacco, with mentions of a former Michigan senator and gamblers at the American Monaco. The tone critiques human selfishness and self over principle.
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New Albany Ledger-Standard
Zachary
Isaac P
Bagley
Michigan
Monaco
Isaac
Peru
Hardly Ever Excerpt From Courier Journal Dialogue
A brief dialogue exchange shows Mr. Potter questioning Mr. Hayes about appointing someone with knowledge of purchasing on a returning board. Hayes responds with a firm “Never” and a lighter “Hardly ever” remark. The fragment reflects political suspicions and rhetoric from the era. Unknown date and full context.
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Courier-Journal
The Great Theatre Riches and Public Plans in America
The article surveys wealth levels of famed actors Edwin Booth, E A Sothern, Adelaide Neilson, Fanny Davenport, and John E Owens, detailing their earnings, typical terms, shares, and fortunes. It contrasts star power with stock companies, notes regional variation in sharing receipts, and cites notable figures like Maggie Mitchell, Lotta Crabtree, and Jefferson, while reflecting on real estate investments and the economics of 19th century American theatre. It also covers a state house inquiry in Indianapolis with charges against architects and commissioners and the board's response.
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England
Booth
Neilson
Owens
Maggie Mitchell
Chanfrau
Leaviny Dor
Ers
New York
Edwin Booth
William Stuart
Winter Garden
Stuart
Edwin
Sothern
E. A. Sothern
Harry Wall
Canada
United State
Garric
Napoleon the Great
Adelaide Neilson
Boston
Miss Neilson
Chicago
Fanny Davenport
Ramatic
Mr. Owens
Hamlet
Jefferson
Maggie Nitchell
Lotta
Mr. Jefferson
Nerally
Fifth Avenue Theatre
New Jersey
Louisiana
Lotta Crabtree
Mr. Boucicault
Paseatuns
San Francisco
Arch Street Theatre
Philadelphia
Cincinnati
Pittsburgh
Tester Wal- Tacke
Brooklyn
Lawrence Barrett
John T. Raymond
Bowers
E. L. Davenport
McCullough
Frank Mayo
J. &. Clarke
Florences
Barney Williams
Ned Adams
Montague
Wallack’s
Clara Morris
America
Haynes
Thos. J. Water Complainant Board
Board of Commissioners
Edwin May
Indianapolis
Architect May
Setorth
May
J. K. Wilson
Charles Eppinghausen
Thiut
Love
Chiffiths
J.K. Wilson
Francis L. Farman
State House
Farman
Be wise in time and procure Dr Bull's Cough Syrup
An old advertising notice urges timely purchase of Dr Bull's Cough Syrup claiming it cures coughs and colds and prevents consumption. The price is listed as 25 cents per bottle.
Deacon Wilder Credits Hop Bitters For Healthful Season
A reader quotes Deacon Wilder attributing his family’s health to Hop Bitters, claiming three dollars’ worth kept them well and saved costly doctor bills. He asserts neighbors paid far more to stay ill and urges others to try the remedy.
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Deacon Wilder
Bro. Taylor
The New Libel Law Debate in Indiana Press
The Evansville Courier and The Fort Wayne Sentinel clash over a proposed libel law. The Sentinel warns it would curb press freedom, while the Courier argues that truth and accountability should defend editors, not expose them to wholesale censorship or weaponize libel against journalists.
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Evansville
Fort Wayne
Courier
Sentinel
Saving and thrift key to national prosperity, says Times editor
The New York World urges Americans to live within their means and master saving as the path to prosperity. It contrasts France’s saving habits with US excess and quotes Mr. Tilden on controversies over presidential interference, stressing personal thrift and responsible management of income.
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Micawber
France
Milliards
England
New York World
Tilden
Hiscock
Col. Pelton
Baltimore
Edward Cooper
Mr. Hewitt
Democratic Party
Seed grain speculators warned to farmers in Illinois
An eastern Prairie Farmer correspondent warns readers about hulless oats seed sellers in Illinois. He cites reports of $10 per bushel sales and urges farmers to refuse orders, claiming one trial suffices to reveal the deception. He attacks sellers of Russian spring wheat and Norway barley, urging caution and disdain for seed grain speculators.
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The
Prairie Farmer
Illinois
Norway
Senator Foster Closes Debate to Move On Major Senate Business
Senator Foster uses the motion to table or demand the previous question to cut off lengthy debate. He argues the senate cannot waste time on minor questions while critical business awaits action. His tactic aims to expedite legislative progress amid pressing agenda items.
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Foster
Senate
Fleming Qualifies as Treasurer of State
Hon William Fleming assumed duties as treasurer of state on Monday, the last of the state officers elected in October to qualify. Fleming is described as an efficient officer.
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Peru
William Fleming
Fleming
Line of It Henry Ward Beecher Comment on Louisiana Votes
A New Haven Register note discusses Henry Ward Beecher claiming Louisiana could influence votes, asserting the counts aim to prove two and two are five, signaling skepticism about the vote tally. The remark frames the political dispute as a farce in the midst of broader election debate.
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New Haven Register
Henry Werd Beecher
Louisiana
Pyame
Southern states repudiation shocks readers in Gazette tone
The Gazette denounces Arkansas Minnesota and Kansas debt repudiations as a breach of obligations. It contrasts Minnesota wealth and Arkansas poverty, calling Minnesota debt honestly contracted and Arkansas debt tied to carpetbagger plunder. The piece questions a northern contemporary view on Minnesota.
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Commonwealth
Minnesota
Kansas
Elizabeth
N. J
Arkansas
the Gazette
Southern war claims spark cross state political clash
The speech by Senator Rex HuLn drew radicals in the north opposing him while Georgia papers praised his stand. The piece argues that only the Democratic party, led by Senator Hill, can prevent further payment of such claims, noting that radical congresses previously sanctioned them and Democratic control has since halted payments.
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Rex. HuLn
Georgia
Atlanta Constitution
Augusta Chronicle
Augusta News
Columbus Times
Democratic Party
Senator Hill
House of Representatives
Appointment of Burcharp as U S Mint Director
A report questions Horatio C. Burcharp of Illinois for the mint director post after the death of Linderman. It alleges Orchard is a routine politician lacking special fitness and hints Burcharp may have helped secure Florida or Louisiana votes for Hayes, suggesting a possible quid pro quo.
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Horatio C. Burcharp
Tlllinois
Mint
Linderman
Orchard
Hayes
BurcHarp
Florida
Louisiana
Democrats Likely Nominate Tilden for 1888 Election
The Globe-Democrat essay argues that Democrats will nominate Mr. Tilden in 1888 and notes he will not be an easy man to defeat if named.
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Lemoore
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Tilden
The
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