Court Room Politics Stir County Debate Over Meetings
The community wrangles over use of a newly refurbished court room for political gatherings. Citizens split between preserving the room for its original purpose and allowing parties to hold meetings there, with Sheriff Monxar blamed or defended depending on which faction dominates. The article notes about twenty meetings expected this year across weather and party lines, urging board action to clarify access and responsibility.
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Pognty
Muanar
Hamrron
Monxar
Wegerdlces
City Printer Election Sparks Grant Paper Revival
The article details a tense local dispute over city printing, noting Republican aldermen electing a city printer amid pro Grant sentiment. It portrays pressure on the Journal, factional beaming, and celebration as the Grant paper appears set to resume publishing amidst Democratic and media conflicts.
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Grant
Bex
Hampton
Macomb
McMinnan
Geeeley
Hawkox
Comminee
Venable
Jowrnal
Mantix
Bay
Graxr
Stunaner
Rauch
Bagie
Greeley Letter Promotes Cincinnati Unity in 1872 Appeal
Cyrus H. McCormick discusses Horace Greeley seeking unity of Democrats and Liberal Republicans. The piece cites Greeley’s platform on tariffs and non interference, argues for Greeley’s election, and compares past presidential choices to present strategy. McCormick endorses Greeley and urges Democratic support to defeat current power.
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Chaco
Mr. Burron
Horace Greeley
New York Trining
New Youk
Dean Six
Cincinnati
Horace Greefey
Greeley
Chase
General Grant
Baltimore
Mr. Greeley
Cyrus H. McCormick
Adair News Notes May 22 1872
Easton Adaire reports life and business improving as farmers finish planting. A barn burned when struck by lightning, five horses perished, losses exceed $1,000 with insurance. Local politics note Oglesby candidacy, Greeley optimism, Liberal ticket support by former war veterans to oppose Grant.
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Apaix
Inn
Eastor Eaaix
Adair
Wm. Coggswell
Springfield
Oglesby
Old Dick
Grant
Greeley
Horace
Elwell
Stones
Gawhiat
Horan Lexbour
Oly W York
Junzuran
Biacx
Pennsylvania
Gurxner
White House
Washington
Democratic papers report Warmouth salary scandal in Kentucky races
The piece notes Gov. Warmouth of Louislane, a Cincinnati movement supporter, earned half a million dollars over four years on a $4,000 yearly salary. It cites radical party intraparty feuds, claims Grant may step aside for Liberals, and mentions Kentucky Democratic State Convention set for June 26.
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Warmouth
Louislane
Cincinnati
Thievee
Grant
Kentucky
Democratic unity urged for Greeley candidate
The piece urges a united Democratic front behind Horace Greeley, arguing Democrats should back the Cincinnati nominees if necessary to defeat Grant. It cites multiple newspapers praising the Chicago convention course and calls for patience until the national convention acts, stressing reform and patriotism.
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Petersburg
Ill
Horace Greeley
Grant
San Domingo
Democratic Party
Cincinnati
Strong Ticket Honored by Memphis Appeal Democrat
The Memphis Appeal-Democratic praises a strong ticket with men of talent and integrity. It notes no empty spots or smothered principles and hails the nominees as capable. It adds that among northern men, Mr. Greeley is least objectionable to southern readers.
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Mr. Greeley
Democratic factions weigh Davis bid amid Grant dynasty backlash
In Glermont County the question of supporting Davis for election splits Democrats. Some back him as a path from misrule under Grant, while others note Davis was never a Democrat and oppose him over Greeley. Party leaders debate a convention move as the only likely route to unity.
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Glermont
Yaiere
Grant
Davis
Perps
Democratic Party
Horace Greeley
Greeley
Davie
New York World
Washin
Nomin&atleg Grant
Apts
South
Clayton
State Central Committee
Ayrianeas
Watkins
Cincinnati
Hadley
Missouri
Grats Brown
New York
Spee
John
Nashville
General Brown
Tennessee
Feaneseee
Browntow
Stokes
Feets
Phuederers
Seikie
Coapiasall Movement
Ciglamati Movement
Walt
Bouwthera
Jomn
Homazi
Democratic aims and Greeley support in contested nominating drive
The Cynthiana Democrat-Demo urges loyalty to nominees but warns against premature judgments while backing Greeley as the Democratic National Committee convenes in New York to weigh public sentiment and expected action. The Charleston News-Despatch notes the national committee faces pressure to align with party objectives amid ongoing debates.
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Charleston
Democratic National Committee
New York
Ite
Greeley
Catholic Review Praises Greeley Support Across Parties
The Catholic Review notes broad satisfaction with Horace Greeley’s nomination by the Cincinnati Convention among Irish-descended citizens and others. It urges unity for a strong, honest administration while warning against bias and dishonesty in public service.
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The
Catholic Review
New York
Horace Greeley
Cincinnati
Magis
Greeley
Homce Greeley
Split in Democratic ranks over Grant Greeley nomination
A fragment from a 19th century editorial discusses factional divides within the Democratic party on a possible Grant or Greeley nomination. It argues tariffs and finance are minor next to preserving the Constitution and restoring civil government, urging unity and opposition to abolition and negro suffrage.
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Itimore
Gréceleyend Brown
Grant
Baltimore
R. Greeley
Penn
Eafraa
Fragmentary Eerie Rhetoric Signals Shifting Law and Peace
The text speaks of restoring peace and amity as a supreme law, promising a new period of progress and prosperity. It hints at cleansing corruption and removing those who steal from public scenes, signaling a political shift.
Greeley Support Grows Across Regions With Bipartisan Talks
The piece surveys political maneuvers around Horace Greeley and Grant, noting Wendell Phillips opposition, Southern leanings for Greeley, and calls by Democrats in Illinois Ohio and Kentucky for endorsing Greeley and Brown. It cites Z. Chandler funding efforts, newspaper stances, and potential Baltimore convention outcomes.
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Wendell Phillips
Horace Greeley
Andrew Johnson
Ben Butler Sys Grint
Philadelphia
Hillsboro
N. C
Detroit Union
Greeley
Ree
Grant
South
Paria
Alleghanies
Greeley and
Brown
Zack Chandler
Baltimore
Heaven and Earth
Wm. Racherley
Ethan Alien
New York
Greeeown
Hon
Zasiecris
Macomb City Council May 1872 Proceedings and Elections
City council met May 20 1872 mayor presiding. Claims allowed include C H Whitaker printing and G F Clarke room use. clerk report filed. $1000 ordered for McDonough county. new officers elected with W Withrow and others named. election postponed for City Collector.
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City Council
City of Macomb
Martin Preaiding
C. H. Whitaker
G. F. Clarke
McDonough County
Harding
McIntosh
Chandler
Venable
McMillan
Gilmore
Cummings
Martin
Gamage
Mirtip
W. &. Withrow
Hn Silver
G . Chandler
YJ. Franklin
James
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Tenn
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Mr. Giedlep
Cleveland Plaza
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America
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Wm. H. Barnes
Illinois
Chicago Times
James C. Allen
Effingham
J. D. Caton
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John G. Thompson
Ohio
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