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Newspaper

Madison Weekly Herald

Location

Madison, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 05, 1880

Page

2

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Democratic Party Officers and Convention Dates Listed

A list of party officers from districts including Shaw as chairman and Woollen as treasurer with secretaries and delegates from multiple towns. National conventions set for Cincinnati June 22, Chicago June 2 and 6, with Indiana state conventions in Indianapolis June 1 and 7.

Cincinnati Chicago Indiana Indianapolis

Fragmented Republican split clouds 1880 presidential race

The piece reports deep disunity within the GOP in 1880 with Blaine and Sherman attacked by Republican factions and rival journals. It notes opposition to both candidates, intra party hostility in Ohio, and broad Republican pessimism about electing a president at the Chicago Convention.

The Enquirer Blaine Sherman Chicago Ohio Apo Blane

Republican stance on presidential nomination and election

The Republican press argues against nominating any Republican for the presidency, claiming evidence supports this view. Democratic ranks echo caution, saying no Democratic candidate should be nominated or elected, reflecting broad skepticism in party circles.

John Sherman Chicago

Freed Machine Resolution Sparks Republican Critique

The piece decries Democratic efforts to repeal election laws and urges federal protection against fraud and violence in elections. It lists Republican funded sums by district across states totaling 53 900 dollars, highlighting backing for party actions and distribution to state Central Committees.

Congress Democratic Party United States Maine New Hampshire Vermont Connecticut New Jersey Pennsylvania Maryland West Virginia Virginia North Carolina South Carolina Florida Alabama Tennessee Missouri Ohio Michigan Towa Illinois Wisconsin Oregon Colorado

Senti ments of a Radical lawyer on kings and strong government

The piece contrasts American factionalism with biblical revolt, noting a Radical lawyer's call for ex President as king and a parallel to ancient Israel seeking strong government. It argues that demanding others do the work invites ridicule, while self-help avoids dependence on others.

Wilson Themesires Holy Writ

Beftale Courier Comment on Kellyites and Rebinesa Nomination

The Beftale Courier argues the Kellyites hinder Rebinesa’s governor nomination and aid Cornell’s defeat. It says Kelly’s faction lacks backing for a Republican president, and notes a lengthy editorial praising the Tammany Democrats.

Beftale N. Y

Democratic Faith in Voters Sustains Party in November

The article argues that despite difficulties the party remains hopeful that voters will support Democratic candidates in November. It contrasts a disreputable Republican administration with Republican disaffection and asserts confidence in party recovery and ground regained.

rearGells Petty Mann Republican Disaffection, Ragen Chicago

Free list fight over wood pulp tariff burden on publishers

The article condemns the tariff on wood pulp used in paper making as unfair, arguing a Treasury omission left pulp taxed and raising prices for newspapers. It singles out Representative Garfield as a key opponent of removing pulp from the free list, warning of monopolist profits and reduced access to knowledge.

Waareven Treasury Garfield

Streight dispute over tunnel origin and Libby prison escape

The piece attacks Streight supporters for a bloody shirt campaign and argues a Terre Haute News report shows Streight did not originate the Libby tunnel plan. It cites a prisoner who escaped with Streight and says Streight learned of the tunnel only after its completion. The alert claims the bureau’s denial could be proven.

Tere Streight Libby Colonel Streight

Reformers Call for Change in Government Control

The piece argues Republican leaders are drunk on unpatriotic ambition and treat the country as their private property. It urges voters to reject Radical rule in the upcoming presidential canvass to preserve national safety and peace and avoid grinding the Republic between hate and sectionalism.

Republican Party Republic

Republican county convention fallout and slander claims

The piece accuses the Jeffereen county Republican convention of dishonor after Ike Wagner’s slaying and Jesse Wagner’s Recorder race loss. It condemns the refusal of second terms for deserving candidates and alleges biased treatment, except for two men, as commentary on party integrity and conduct.

Nog Ike Wagner Jesse Wagner Recorder A.L. Shannon Jeffereen Oaly

Jefferson county man praised for life of public service

The letter lauds Mr Wagner for decades of charity and honesty in Madison, noting his milk-white record and large family to support. It claims he was ousted from a Republican convention by twenty two of one hundred twenty five voters.

Jefferson County Wagner

Radical Indiana Senatorial Denounced for Pro Grant Stance

An Indiana Republican named Wilson testified before Congress and asserted support for Grant for King and for maintaining radical party aims. The piece contends Wilson echoed a broad radical view favoring strong government and leadership by a dominant figure, reflecting party sentiment in Indiana.

Nomination Spotlight on John Lee for Indiana Lieutenant Governor

The Crawfordsville Review lauds Hon. John Lee as a seasoned farmer and public enterprise manager. It notes his broad travel, vigorous speeches for the Democratic party, and long front-rank campaigning since 1860, claiming he is among the most energetic orators in Indiana and Ohio.

Montgomery County John Lee Indiana Crawfordeville Lee Democratic Party Ohio

Republican county convention at courthouse endorses weak slate

The Republican county convention held at the courthouse yesterday afternoon produced a ticket described as the weakest in years, with only one or two candidates seen as potentially capable. Democrats are urged to unite for an effective challenge.

C* Aven Institute College Hall Jefferson County Ind J. G. Craven A. M Mary Craven Stia Democrata

Reform Leaguers Backed by Missouri Allies Nominate Grant

The article notes Reform Leaguers and Missouri allies may support a unified stance but asserts Grant will be the Stalwarts nominee. It mentions anti third term opposition and potential alignment with Henderson and other Missouri figures.

Evansville Reforms Henderon Missouri Grant

Spencer and Melixuire Touted for County Roles

Milton township resident Mr. C R Spencer is recommended as Democratic nominee for County Commissioner Upper district. Dr C W Melixuire named for Coroner. supporters expect nomination and believe he can win if selected.

C. R. Spencer Milton Township Spencer Milton C. W. Melixuire

Sternes Dovarass Accused of Radical Plot in Chicago

The piece accuses Sternes A Dovarass, son of the so called Little Giant, of acting with the Radical party in Chicago. It condemns him for dishonoring his father Wank, who has died after a two week Indianapolis court stint that ended with a death sentence last Thursday. Mrs Brown’s trial, linked as his accomplice, is set for next week.

Wilson Indianapolis Congress Grant Fred Auci Caf Sternes A. Dovarass Radical Chicago Wank Indianapolia Brown Price

Huxcey Sees Safe Marry on a Threewheelship

Prop Huxcey claims a marriage on the threewheel ship is as safe as facing danger. He says each side will hide all faults as much as possible. The old agitator seems against standing armies and stays silent on dispersing legislatures at the behest of the beyner.

Huxcey Beyner

Tar Brush Quarterly Review April Issue

The April Tar Brush quarterly from Leonard Scott Publishing Co. 41 Barclay addresses a wide range of subjects. Heary Larkia provides notable commentary and reviews across arts and letters.

Tar Brush Quarterly Leonard Scott Publishing Co Barclay &. M.Y

Review of English Prisons and Modern Architecture Discussion

The article surveys architecture and prison life, debating the nature and profession of an architect and examining a writer’s poverty and tragedy. It includes an English Prisons piece by F Arnold, plus Russia politics, circumstantial evidence, and six years of English political history.

Alex. H. Japp Winckelman F. Arnold Russia John Rae England Leonard Scott Publishing Co Barclay Street N. C London Quarterly

Lady of a Certain Age Declines to Reveal Her Age

A humorous exchange quoted from Harper's Magazine shows a woman resisting providing her age during a registration. She notes the law requires it, but prefers not to disclose age to avoid offense to her sister, who dislikes revealing ages, while jesting about hats and numbers.

Jane Lee Perdon Heckman Harper's Magazine

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