Lincoln era political inferences on Sumner and Grant
A slice of late nineteenth century political commentary notes Senator Logan's forthcoming reply to Sumner, debates over Grant’s candidacy, Tweed’s afterlife jokes, and predictions about Greeley’s support. It cites Schurz, the Cincinnati Gazette dismissing Greeley’s Ohio chances, and the Cleveland Leader praising Beauregard endorsing bondsmen of Davis amid the postwar political shifts.
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Cincinnati Gazette
Greeley
Ohio
Grant
Hamilton County
State
Cleveland
Beauregard
Jefferson Davis
Geneva Conference Adjourment Hearing Set for Monday
A Geneva dispatch reports the Board of Arbitration will consider adjournment on Monday with arguments to occupy the session and possibly extend into following days.
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New York
Geneva
Board of Arbitration
Illinois Republican resolutions on reform and presidential nomination
An Illinois State Convention resolution claims the party must correct abuses and complete reforms. Senator Trumbull’s Cincinnati trip is framed as a bid to fix the abuse of not nominating him. Dick Oglesby’s speeches are praised as vigorous and memorable, unlike dull orations, per the Louis Democrat.
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Ilinois
Trumbull
Cincinnati
Dick Oglesby
Louis Democrat
Renaton Wilson
D. C
Lowing
Wilson
Philadelphia
J Hon
Thos
Settle
Ann
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Tt Lok
Republic Party
Republican Party
Republican Pa
Fae
Deaver
Park
Reaction and loyalty in the national crisis
The piece rebukes the idea of a broad political reaction and defends enduring loyalty to the nation. It argues that cries of reaction are used by demagogues to sow doubt, recalls past loyalties, and asserts that the public’s will remains steadfast against sham democracy and treasonous forces. The author warns against underestimating the people’s commitment to peace and prosperity.
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Egypt
Copperheads
Seymour
Blair
Norace
Horace Greeley
Norace White
Horace White
Stanton's 1868 Speech Calls Sumner's Claim To Account
Readers are urged to study Edwin M. Stanton's 1868 speech rebuking Charles Sumner and to judge Sumner's denunciation of Stanton against the present political moment. The piece argues that Sumner belies Stanton by testifying against Grant and warns that votes against Grant revive old rivalries with the secession Democracy.
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Charles Sumner
Stanton
Sumner
Grant
Edwin M. Stanton
Is Greeley Honest
Horace Greeley in 1871 accused the New York Tribune of becoming a partisan tool. The Albany Journal notes public belief he writes for his own interests to aid a Democratic national triumph restoring power to deserters. The piece labels the Democratic party as rebel at its core.
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Horace Greeley
New York Tribune
Greeley
Albany Journal
New York
Congress
Democratic Party
N. Y
Idr Livingstone Safe After Rescue by Stanley
Idr Livingstone the famed African explorer is found safe by Stanley of the New York brand. The report notes his safety and successful locating by the explorer’s associate in a dramatic recovery.
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Idr
Livingstone
Stanley
N.Y
Greeleys Eulogy of Grant and Financial Recovery
The article reviews Horace Greeley's defense of President Grant and his first year in office. It cites Greeley praising Grant for honest economy, reduced debt, higher revenues, and debt reduction, contrasting Democratic charges and asserting credit for the improved financial outlook and reconstruction policies.
Missouri Democrat Urges Brown To Focus On Office Duties
The Missouri Democrat calls on B Gratz Brown after his acceptance letter to devote himself to the duties of his current office. It notes about 200 murderers in Cass county known to lawmen who roam free awaiting chances to commit further crimes, and mentions other neglected matters awaiting Gov Brown's attention.
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The
Missouri Democrat
B. Gratz Brown
Cass County
Gov. Brown
The Nation Predicts Greeley Rise as Secessionists Mock
The Nation notes Greeley’s rising South popularity and reports secessionists will back him to ridicule the government. They see him as a ridiculous old soul and aim to place him in the White House as a bitter, revengeful joke.
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Greeley
South
White House
Notified of Nomination for Grant and Wilson
General Grant and Senator Wilson officially notified of their nomination by the National Republican Convention in Philadelphia. Judge Settle presented letters. Grant reserved response for written form. Wilson expressed gratitude and pledged to uphold Republican principles and unity.
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Gen. Grant
Senator Wilson
Wasnixotoy
D. C
Judge Settle
North Carolina
Ebbitt House
Grant
Wilson
Philadelphia
Captol
White House
Iere Judge Settle
Greeley
Brown
Capitol
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
Philadephia National Convention
Fragmentary 19th Century Primary Analysis Summary
Readable fragments discuss a Democratic nomination process with 714 delegates and two thirds 477, pledged for a choice. It notes 3 appoint 450 pledged for Greeley and Brows, indicating early alignment toward a ticket. The fragment cites delegate pledges and candidate names in a historical party caucus context.
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Tisdelegett Baiat
Greeley
Brows
Stephens Wanted an organ for Mere Dew County
Notice seeks an organ for the Mere Dew County Democracy. Apply to the Democratic County Convention for details and submission deadline.
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Stephens
Dew
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Lee Co
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