New Amertisements and Political Banter at Yorktown
Report of Second National Bank? Dreak Drea and names like J Tensor and Wm Wallon appear. Mention of Vice President Bayard and David Davis. Yorktown celebration looms as Lincoln’s friends praise Garfield who was bitterly abused and widely mourned per Peoria Journal.
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Danko
J. Tensor
Fancy Toods
Wallon
Dey Goode
David Davis
Abraham Lincoln
The
Peoria Journal
Garfield
New York Democratic State Convention Adopts Tilden Favor
The New York Democratic State Convention met in Albany and adjourned. John Kelly supported Tilden as a potential presidential candidate, noted as a lively old gentleman who may steer New York Democrats toward his preference.
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New York
Albany
John Kelly
Tilden
Calumny and public life in the New York Sun editorial
The New York Sun editorial contends calumny harms only the truth and public figures cannot escape it. It cites Abraham Lincoln as an example, noting his honesty weathered slander that did not blemish his character. The piece argues no amount of slander can defeat a legitimately honest man.
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The
New York Sur
Calniiny
Abraham Lincoln
James G. Holland Poet and Writer Dies in New York
Timothy Tit comb James G. Holland, noted poet and prose author, died suddenly in New York City on Tuesday morning. He had been in perfect health the day before and edited Seriiner's Afonehiy which recently changed to The Century. He was regarded as one of America's ablest and most industrious authors.
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James G. Holland
Timothy Titcomb
New York City
Seriiner
America
Weed Seeks Unity Between Republican Factions
Thurlow Weed noted as the last survivor of Seward Weed and Greeley praised unity in the party. He said minds are anxious but ready to sacrifice prejudice for the common welfare. Garfield’s example and affable approach influence Republicans and citizens as Arthur grows prepared for responsibilities.
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Thurlow Weed
New York
Seward
Weed
Greeley
Garfield
Arthur
Land reform movement gains wind in Britain and Ireland
The land reform wave in Great Britain spreads from Ireland where Parliament passed the Irish Land bill. Tenant farmers in Scotland and England push for similar relief measures and plan to present Scotch and English Land bills at the next Parliament session.
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Great Britain
Ireland
Scotland
England
Republicans Sweep Iowa and Ohio in Light Election
Last Tuesday's election yields Sherman as Iowa governor by 50,000 in light turnout with a Republican sweep of the state ticket. Ohio chooses Foater as governor by 45,000, giving Republicans control of the legislature as the old party advances.
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Iowa
Ohio
Sherman
Foater
Rails Growth and Earnings in 1880 United States
Poor's Railroad Manual for 1880 records 7,174 miles added, bringing total to 93,671. Total earnings hit 586,665,271 with freight 447,831,617 and passenger 138,833,054. Dividends paid reached 77,115,411, the largest to date.
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Poor's Railroad Manual
United States
Address of thanks by Union veterans reunion in Tennessee
Gen Sheridan could not attend as Society of the Army of the Cumberland hosts in Chattanooga receives thanks from Gen John C. Smith Chicago senior Vice President for a reunion. The speech recalls Civil War battles along the Tennessee river and the enduring bond of veterans, expressing hope for lasting peace and mutual respect.
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Laviing Kovean
Graves Wins Dubuque State Senate Seat Despite Rival Press
In Iowa last Tuesday the Republican J K Graves won the Dubuque district State Senate race by a large margin. The Democratic district faced harsh treatment from the Dubuque Daily Herald, a Republican paper, which accused Graves harshly. The outcome shows intra party hostility backfiring and boosting Graves.
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Iowa
J. K. Graves
Dubuque
Centennial Yorktown celebration with French troops arrive
Preparations mark the centennial of the Yorktown battle on October 20 as a battalion of French troops arrives to participate. President Arthur will review the force and deliver an address. Festivities span several days with Governor Culom and staff in attendance. Troops from most states join, Illinois notably absent due to state funding refusal. The Yorktown surrender at Cornwallis to Washington closed the Revolution.
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Yorktown
United States
Arthur
Cullom
Ilinois
Lord Cornwallis
Washington
Fences Decline As Animal Containment Costs Rise
The Agricultural Department estimates annual fencing costs exceed the value of guarded livestock. Many Tauois towns ban animals from running free as fences around homes vanish. The author predicts fencing against animals will end within years, with fences only for keeping animals on owners premises.
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Agricultural Department
Tainois
Palmer's newspaper gains rapid favor in nation
The management of Hon F W Palmer’s paper grows in favor and ranks among the best in the United States. New fast presses have been secured. The Republican paper pledges fair comment and no personal abuse, aiming to be a clean, live publication. Subscriptions rise into the hundreds of thousands.
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F. W. Palmer
United States
Palmer
Bs Inaugural
Arrest of Parnel in Dublin Sparks Irish Independence Fervor
Par nel, the great Irish agitator, was arrested in Dublin on a warrant charging inciting others to withhold rent and intimidate tenants under the land act. He is confined in Kilmainham jail. The incident stirs indignation and raises prospects of greater influence for Parnel and a potential push for Ireland’s independence.
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Parnel
Dublin
Kilmainham
Ireland
Gladstone
College Green
Seward county GOP nominates Robert T Cooper for Treasurer
The Blue Valley Nebraska Blade reports the Republican ticket in Seward county has nominated Robert T Cooper for County Treasurer. Cooper previously served as Treasurer of Stephenson county Illinois from 1869 to 1873, earning wide esteem for honesty and efficiency during a period of courthouse construction and substantial revenue handling. He consistently ran on the Republican ticket and is described as a "true blue" party man.
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Blue Valley
Nebraska
Seward County
Robert T. Cooper
Cooper
Stephenson County
Ilinois
Court House
Iatelli
Republican veteran praised as candidate for Seward County
The text lauds Mr. Cooper as a gentleman officer and popular figure in Stephenson County. It commends him to Republican veterans of Seward County, Nebraska, as a worthy nominee who ought to be elected, asserting confidence he will win the office.
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Stephenson County
Cooper
Vetera
Seward County
Nebraska
Guiteau Insanity Plea Foreshadowed in Trial
The article argues criminals often plead insanity to escape punishment. It notes Guiteau plans to plead crazy after the July shooting and cites a Washington visit by George Scoville. It recalls General Garfield praising opponents of the insanity defense and warns of its dangers to justice.
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Guitean
George Scoville
Washington
Scoville
Arthur
Guiteau
Sherman
Garfield
Cleveland
Jetties Debate Ends With Enduring Support For Eads
The New Orleans Democrat defends the Mississippi jetties and Captain Eads against critics. It argues the jetties have proved successful as large ships frequent the passages with cargoes, aligning with official U S engineer reports and rebutting calls for payment withholding.
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Mississippi
Eads
New Orleans Democrat
United States
President Arthur’s anticipated Cabinet changes in 1881
The piece argues Arthur will lead a strongly Republican administration. It notes speculation that Postmaster General James and Attorney General McVeagh may stay, Folger may not replace Windom, who might leave to seek a Senate seat. It predicts Arthur will form his own cabinet and attend Yorktown celebrations for clearer details.
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Arthur
Grant
Tyler
Fillmore
Johnson
Alea
Washington
Garfield
James
McVeagh
Judge Folger
New York
Windom
Yorktown
Rendant Courier
Lapham
Miller
United States Senate
Ocloana Thmes
Dem
Carroll County Herald
Atkins
Freeport Bananr
Freerom Republican
Aaron
Republican
Pillsbiorg Dispatch
Rep
Blaine
Lincoln
Chicago Eventing Journal
Jesse Spalding
Republican Party
Trial expels Doctor Thomas from Methodist pulpit at Sycamore
The Sycamore Methodist Conference has completed Doctor Thomas’s trial and expelled him from the pulpit. Critics denounce clergy harshly for impracticalness, while supporters contend Doctor Thomas is sincere in his teachings and deserve consideration.
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Sycamore
Doctor Thomas
Doctor Thoman
Methodist minister expelled for belief in classic doctrine
The group of clergymen holding to traditional Methodist beliefs insisted on Mr. Thomas withdrawing quietly. He refused, leading to his expulsion for doubting the devil and hell as taught in the church. He likely will preach elsewhere with a larger, more liberal salary.
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Doctor Thomas
Mr. Thomas
Thomas
Methodiam
Senate Power Shift After Swear-In Standoff
The Senate split 39 Republicans to 39 Democrats as Republicans moved to replace Bayard with David Davis as President pro tempore after swearing in two New York and one Rhode Island Republican senators. Logan moved for Davis’s election. Grant praised Davis, while Democrats faced pressure amid party tension.
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United States Senate
New York
Rhode Island
Bayard
Arthur
David Davis
Illinois
Senate
Washington
P. S&s
Logan
Grant
Davis
Cause and effect in postwar U S politics
Opinion excerpts from major papers discuss President Arthur's administration and policy impacts. Bayard named President pro tem of the Senate. Confederate bonds are in demand in Europe and the U S with calls for recovery and growth. Southern unity favors peace and reconciliation, while Speaker Sharpe seeks renomination in New York.
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G. Leuis
Newark Advertiser
Arthur
Chicago Inter- Ocean
Memphis Appeal
Tilden
Hancock
Garfield
Springfeld Post
Sharpe
New York State
Political notices and editorials from various papers
A collage of editorials and notices discusses party moves under President Arthur, potential Blaine resignations, and the Republican recovery. It notes Africa’s potential political leverage, praises Garfield Republicans, and defends Conkling against newspaper attacks while urging reconciliation and orderly convention conduct.
Arthur Republicans Back Garfield Ally at New York Convention
The Aden orald notes President Arthur will accept the cordial support from a Garfield-leaning New York Convention and its majority, arguing unity behind his administration. It contrasts factional risk, calls for party cohesion, and criticizes Mormon claims while questioning the Salt Lake Tribune’s stance on Mormon clergy.
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Aden
Arthur
Dored
New York
Garfield Republicans
Arthur Republicans
Garfield's Sayings and Political Musing Fragments
A garbled collage shows reflections on liberty education and progress. It contemplates political parties, national character, and the role of business, trade, and honest finance in national restoration. The passage shifts between eloquent aphorisms and disjointed phrases about governance and public benefaction.
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Garfield
Infanta
Adu
Lis
Senator Jones Career Amid Washington Spotlight
The article portrays Senator Jones, a Cleveland native turned mining magnate who built immense wealth along the western coast, rising from miner to possessor of lucrative mines after moving from Lawrence to the ocean and Cape Horn. It notes his early reads, large family ties, and political ties with George Gor- Secretary of the Senate, amid Arthur’s era.
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Arthur
Washington
Senator Jones
Cleveland
Lawrence
Cape Horn
Francisco
Hoe
George Gor
Senate
Corham
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