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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1880
Page
7
A historic letter from W S Hancock discusses civil war claims for losses and damages. He critiques veto risks to legislation on Union soldiers and civilians, and urges careful scrutiny of war-related compensation while noting government indulgence to some claimants.
A long letter warns of Democratic opposition, accusing northern Democrats of aiding rebels and endorsing Hancock. It denounces paper currency threats, calls for vigilance against fraud, and criticizes the Democratic National Committee for mailing rebel literature while urging veterans to resist. The author cites Lincoln, emancipation, and postwar politics from New York to Maine.
Charles H. Machin of 206 Broadway replies to Col. F. A. Conkling declining aid to Hancock Veterans. He asserts veterans will not back the Democratic ticket and warns against using Union soldiers to promote national harmony and good government. He questions Hancock’s appeal and argues veterans favor party principles over a single candidate.
A correspondent from Dal offers to bet 31000 against 500 that New York votes Democratic in November. A Maquoketa anon counters with 1000 to 500 that New York stays Republican, and Indiana also tilts Republican. Graves of J KK, says he is ready to lay even further bets with deposit proof and Garfield’s election seen as likely.
A Boston Daily Advertiser communication argues against carpet-bag rule in the South and endorses President Hayes policy. It claims four years of noninterference have let the South flourish, with Republicans united on southern questions and wary of elevated claims by colored voters in the political struggle.
A political appeal denounces the Democratic party as reactionary and dangerous, calling for large majorities to ensure a Hancock victory. It warns of southern control, mentions unrest associated with Democratic ranks, and urges citizens to act to secure the presidential count and national peace.
Two census special agents sent to South Carolina to probe alleged frauds have returned and will report to General Walker. The report's contents are not released until submission to the Secretary of the Interior. Widespread fraud is suspected, with South Carolina papers calling the agents spies. Officials indicate if fraud is found the census will be retaken by a new team.
Robert Toombs of Georgia voices a resolve that Tancock will be elected, denounces his Yankee label, and warns that Southern voters will force a machine to serve their interests or take action themselves. He says the South will not be played with.
In a letter prior to the Chicago Convention Thomas A. Sendricks endorses James A. Garfield as the Republicans’ strongest, principled, honest candidate who would serve all citizens well. He argues Garfield is the best man to nominate.
Democratic figure Squire George Horton of Wolcott Wayne County resigns as Justice of the Peace two years after election. He announces he will vote for General Garfield this fall, citing stark contrasts with General Hancock and urging others to speak their honest convictions.
Special Telegram reports Congressman J S Blackburn of Kentucky declaring in Batavia Ohio that the South remains solid for Hancock in 1880 after praising Jeff Davis in 1860 The remark aimed to quiet radical brawl while some Democrats applauded in the audience
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