Republican State Convention to meet in Harrisburg 1872
Philadelphia February 5 1872 a Republican State Convention will meet in the Hall of the House of Representatives Harrisburg at 12 oclock noon on April 10 1872 to nominate candidates for Governor Supreme Court Auditor General and an Electoral Ticket and to elect Senatorial and Representative Delegates to the Republican National Convention Philadelphia June 5 1872 Russell Errett Chairman Secretaries Waters Elliott DD F Gooston Ezra Lukers P M Lyte
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Philadelphia
Harrisburg
House of Representatives
Supreme Court
Russell Errett
Ring control fears at Pennsylvania Republican State Convention
Harrisburg correspondent notes calls that a Harrisburg ring would fix nominations for Governor and Supreme Judge. Indiana county seeks fair play, contending Gen. Harry White can win with proper convention deliberation. The piece warns against prearranged outcomes and notes Mr J H Shoenberger donated 2000 for pews at Trinity Church Pittsburg.
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Harrisburg
Beaver
Hartranft
Williams
Col M.S. Quay
Republican County Committee
Indiana County
Harry White
Republican Party
Pennsylvania
Supreme Judge
Judge Williams
Hartranit
Gen. White
Col
Frank Jordan
Bedford
Ketchum
Luzerne
White
Ravortea
Measengrins Ethics and White Bill in State Education
The piece rebukes neighbors for attacking Gen White over the bill to appoint state trustees for normal schools. It asserts White knew nothing of the bill before committee and promises a full discussion next week. Also notes Horace Greeley’s one term stance and cautions England about arbitration and possible war, urging peaceful settlement.
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White
Gen. White
Senate
Compittee
Jay
The Gray MClure Contest in Senate Report
The Senate majority Judiciary Committee report on the Gray MClure contested case states the petition cannot be acted on this session and must await the next session. It cites the Dechert case Democratic report, notes deficiencies similar to Lynd vs Dechert, and accompanies a bill to remedy current law defects. Minority member Mr. Buekelew filed a written report arguing the committee should be reorganized rather than dismissed.
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Judiciary Committee
Senate
White
Dechert
Lynd
The Alabama Claims War Talk and Arbitration Note
The London press is urged toward war with Britain over the Alabama Claims while the U S insists on arbitration under the Washington treaty. The article defends U S steadfastness, warns Britain against slander, and emphasizes honoring the tribunal decision no matter the outcome. Death of State Senator Evans and notes on Senator Knight’s illness follow, with commentary on national nominating plans.
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London
Washington
Alabama
Great Britain
England
Geneva
United States
London Times
Canada
Hue Abd
Dietaid
Court of Arbitration
Tribunal of Arbitration
Forney resigns as Philadelphia collector amid Grant era debates
In Washington on February 10, J. W. Forney resigns as Collector of the Port of Philadelphia, citing conflict with journalism and political independence. He will leave March 1 to return to his newspaper and support the Republican Party. Senate debates on the supplementary civil rights amendment end with a tied vote, then its adoption rejected by two-thirds voting against the bill. all Democratic Senators present oppose it.
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Horace Greely
The
Tribune
Grant
Greeley
President Grant
Horace Greeley Jay
Republican Party
Henry S. Evans
Chester Delaware and
Montgomery
Chester
Senator Evans
Village Record
Senate
Joseph W. Knight
Bucks
Northampton
Bristol
Bucks County
Gol
Forney
Tox
Philadelphia
Ory
Prarty
J. W. Forney
Messrs. Edmunds
Sawyer
Norton
Blair
Scott
Sumner
Re M. Thomas
Wiler
Marion
J. M. Werk & Co
Manor Street
Thomas, Link &C
Tirnds
Jusod Stucheli
Bagt Mubouiny
Cours
Indiate
Lveru
Patience
Aruda ‘ Ud
Pagel Sonchesk
Daiy Stacherl
Guris- Vinten
Topher Dy
Stuvied
Joan M. Byres
Manning
Mathowjeg
Dons
Saint Baek
Jan Weyes
Sherean Xreeteil
Treaty Arbitrators and Counsel for Washington Treaty
The article lists the five arbitrators appointed for the Alabama claims: United States Charles Francis Adams. Great Britain Sir Alexander Cockburn. Switzerland Count Sclopis. Brazil Jacol Stampli. Emperor of Brazil Baron Watjuba. Agents and counsel for the United States include J C Bancroft Davis and Caleb Cushing with Winifred Evans Morrison Waite as counsel. for Great Britain Sir Roundell Palmer and Charles C Beaman as solicitor. It notes the Commission’s composition and praise for American diplomats, mentions four months to Geneva revisits and a June 12 meeting, and notes Gratiot Washburne named as assistant Secretary of Legation to France.
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Washington
Aiel
Geneva
Switzerland
United States
Great Britain
Italy
Brazil
Charles Francis Adan
Sir Alexander Cockburn
England
Lealy
Count Sclopis
Jacol Stampli
Baron Watjuba
J.C. Bancroft Davis
Lord Tenderden
Caleb Cushing
Win.al. Eivarts
Morrison RK. Waite
Sir Roundell Palner
Chas. C. Beaman
Samuel Nelson
Ho. Hawiltud Fish
George H. Williams
B.C. Sehenek
Selopis
Halifax's Stand On Canada Independence and Other News
Boston reports Halifax believes Britain would declare Canada independent if U S Britain war loomed. Thiers reportedly admits republic not viable, seeks happiness elsewhere. Tara Tioga County agitator touts Henry Williams for Supreme Judgeship. Hartranft supporters boast, but delegates and instructions appear split with Ketchum and White favored. Hollidaysburg Register.
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Boston
Halifax
United States
Great Britain
Canada
Tara Tioga County
Henry ©. Williams
Fourth Judicial District
Hartranfe
Jordon Ketchum
White
Hollidaysburg Register
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Nancy Hays
Champsigne County
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State of Kansas
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Jefferson County
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Clarion County
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