Grant and fellowship of liberty in 1871 speech
A fragmentary 1871 political page cites Horace Greeley praising General Grant and urging untrammeled Republican choice for president. The text condemns anti immigrant sentiment as un-American and unworthy, sparking a debate on loyalty and national identity. References include Greeley’s 1871 speech and Henry Wilson’s May 26 185- date.
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Henry Wilson
Vermont Speaks The Green Mountain State Responds
Vermont voices roll in after North Carolina, signaling a strong Republican victory statewide. Vic tory consistency across regions reflects a GOP surge.
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Green Mountain State
North Carolina
Vermont Vote Yields Republican Victory by 26000
The Vermont election gave Converse,Republican, a governor's win by about 26,000. The World Tribune Times and others report similar margins and note increased Republican support since 1870. The piece condemns Democratic party divisions and urges coordinated Republican effort before the next election. It references Ten thousand dollar Senatorial influence and corruption rumors surrounding Freeport.
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Augusta election results show Republican gains
Special dispatch reports Blaine winning by 2700, Perham about 16000, Burleigh elected to Congress by 1600, Prysb y 8100, Hale with a large majority. Greeley and Trumbull made Maine campaign speeches, with further rallies urged.
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the Tribune
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Burleigh
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Hale
Greeley
Trumbull
Maine
Democratic Nominee O'Conor for President at Louisville Convention
Louisville, Sept 4. The Democratic Convention nominated Charles O'Conor of New York for President by acclamation and Levi Chatfield of New York for Chair. John Quincy Adams of Massachusetts named as Vice President. The Chicago Times backs O'Conor, noting he is sought by the nomination, not seeking it. Some southern papers discard Greeley in favor of O'Conor.
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Sumner Sets Out for Europe After Disgust with Greeley
Charles Sumner leaves for Europe amid strong displeasure with Horace Greeley, signaling a sharp diplomatic and political stance. The move reflects tensions within the era's reformist circles and hints at forthcoming comments on international affairs.
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Greeley
Europe
Debate on political subjects in Jordan interest voters
A joint discussion between George A. Coe and Stowell of Sterling at Jordan covered political subjects. Coe backed Greeley and Stowell backed Grant. A rising presidential preference vote at the end showed every voter in favor of Grant.
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Democratic Convention Nominates O'Conor and Adams
The Louisville convention drew a large crowd. Charles OConor was nominated for President and John Quincy Adams for Vice President. OConor initially declined but the convention would not accept his withdrawal.
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Charles O’conor
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Geneva Arbitration closes as US Geneva award eyed
The Administration has received telegraphic notice from Geneva that the arbitration on the Alabama claims is closed and the decision will be announced Saturday. The London Observer estimates the United States may receive about 15 million dollars from the Geneva Tribunal.
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Alabama
London Observer
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Geneva Tribunal
Conflagration Devastates Memphis Business Center
A major fire swept Memphis Tennessee on Sunday burning through the business district and destroying property valued at $260000. Fire crews battled the blaze for hours as shops offices and warehouses suffered extensive damage.
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Political misgivings and factional shifts in 19th century party rhetoric
The piece discusses Missouri Republicans presenting a strong state ticket while criticising Brown and predicting a demand for changes at the New York World and Greeley ticket. It notes Vermont backing Trumbull, Schurz, Sumner, and Greeley with a large majority and urges restraint toward Democrats amid growing cross-pressures among reform voices and party organs. It also mentions Horace Greeley's agitation and Democratic hesitation.
Greeleyites nominate Kernan for Governor and Depew for Lieutenant Governor
Francis S. Kernan of Utica a Democrat is nominated by the Greeleyites for New York Governor and Chauncey M Depew a Liberal for Lieutenant Governor The move strengthens Dix stock in the field The Illinois State Fair opens at Ottawa next Monday The straight Democrats plan a state ticket In Indiana murder is rampant in Chisago and a committee of cavoty is being formed
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New York
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Ilinois
Ottawa
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Trumbull under fire for alleged corruption and favoritism
A lengthy critique accuses Benjamin Trumbull of using office for family and friend gain, padding campaigns with money and influence, pressuring presidents, and acting against party principles. It cites his Illinois Senate path, brother in law Jayne, and claims of improper appointments and legal maneuvers.
Greeley Platform and Racist Threats Highlight Lynch Era Paper
A fragment from Horace Greeley era political material outlines a platform advocating white supremacy and repudiation of the Fifteenth Amendment. It condemns the Civil War debt and calls for forceful counter revolution if elected. The document also rails against Reconstruction acts and praises Greeley for siding with white interests.
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Congress
la Republique
New York
B. Gratz Brown
Missouri
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