New York Letter on Nominating Conventions in 1876 1880
Our New York correspondent recalls 1876 when Blaine led the party and Conklin challenged him, Hayes won after New York’s swing, and the term Plum Knight for Blaine began. It notes Wheeler as VP candidate, Garfield’s pivotal 34th ballot shift, Arthur’s Vice Presidency, and the defeat of the unit rule after a close New York vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Depew
Blaine
House of Representatives
Conklin
New York
Ohio
Rutherford B. Hayes
Hayes
Samuel J. Tilden
Electoral Commission
Robert J. Ingersoll
William A. Wheeler
Garfield
Grant
Sherman
Penn
Wisconsin
Indiana
Chester A. Arthur
Unite
Wayne MacVeagh
General Grant
Roosevelt Debuts at National Convention in 1900s Era Fractions
The article recalls 1880s and 1886 Blaine support, Arthur’s presidency, and Theodore Roosevelt's first appearance on the national stage at a convention. It notes New York delegates split between Arthur and Blaine, Edmunds supported by a Vermont senator, and the convention chair nomination by the National Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Blaine
Edmunds
Theodore Roosevelt
New York
Mr. Roosevelt
George M. Curtis
Vermont
H. W. Finlayson
Broadway
Candidates announce bids for solicitor and other offices
A series of Democratic primary notices includes Walter H. Wells seeking another Solicitor term in the 12th Judicial Circuit, P B. Sellers aiming for the same post, Quattlebaum and Clayton announcing candidacies for the 12th circuit, RG Rhett for U S Senate, Olin Sawyer seeking re election to the Legislature, and Herbert L. Smith requesting endorsement for Clerk of Court in Georgetown County.
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3Rd Judicial Circuit
Jno
D. Wilson
Georgetown County
12Th Judicial Circuit
Walter H. Wells
P B. Sellers
Horry County
J. M. Johnson
O.P. Quattlebaum
Confederate States Navy
WFL
Clayton
United States Senate
RG Rhett
Herbert L Smith
W H Dorrill
Local Officials Seek Re election and County Posts
A series of brief declarations from Georgetown County figures announces candidacies for Sheriff Congress State Senator Auditor Treasurer and County Supervisor. Each statement urges voter support, notes prior service, and pledges to govern on merit and a businesslike, economical basis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Legrand
G Walker
Holliday
Coroner Candidate Pledges Faithful Duty in Primary
A candidate for Coroner in Georgetown County pledges to abide by the primary result and to discharge duties faithfully if elected. The statement emphasizes allegiance to the electoral process and commitment to public service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgetown County
OJ Fletcher
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Georgetown Daily
Item CO
Lee
W. Rouse
Georgetown
South Oan
Weather Bureau
OUR
Ourg
Roosevelt
Prince Street
E. J. Marcus, Jr
Civil
Georgetown, S.C
Eto
Carolina Hardware Co
Olin Sawyer
C W Scurry
J A Haddock
Congress
J E Ellerbe
Hye
PA Hodges
Bennettsville, $C
Jasf Detyens
John Richardson, JR
J B Johnson
Front Street
Ees Union Mercantile Co
W. W. Walker
G . Foxworth Co
Fulton
Nellie King
Bank of Georgetown
Georgetown, 8. C
D. J. Crowley
Candy Manufactory
Peter Roy
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