Fairness in Congressional Nominations Debate in Madison
A Madison Herald letter objects to pressure from the Register and Democrat for Judge Holman to secure the congressional nomination, arguing that other capable district aspirants like Cravens Woollen Roberts Downey Durbin and Berry deserve consideration and that sixteen years in Congress should suffice.
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Madison Herald
Herald
The
Register
Democrat
Holman
Congress
the Register
John R. Cravens
Democracy
Judge Roberts
Downey
Capt
Durbin
Berry
Maine as barometer of Union politics and Radical gains
The piece argues Maine predicts national outcomes, noting last year’s shift away from Republicans with a 13 000 popular vote loss and new cross party strength from Greenbacks and Democrats. It compares 1876 Hayes Tilden margins to the latest Maine tally, suggesting Republicans lost about 14 000 votes in three years and asking where Radicals can claim victory.
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Maine
Republican Party
Greenback
Ohio
Pennsylvania
New York
Hayes
Tilden
Radical enthusiasm over election results in Maine and California
The writer contrasts Republican decline with Democratic gains and wonders at Radical joy. He argues Radicals expected retribution for their perfidy but are surprised and elated by even a crumb of political influence.
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Maine
California
New York Convention Divides State Democrats Over Governor Nominee
The State Convention at Syracuse nominated John Kelly for Governor after a Tammany bolt, highlighting continued factional strife with Tammany and Reform factions. The split may affect the party’s fortunes in New York and the 1880 elections.
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New York
Syracuse
Empire State
Tilden
Robinson
Tammany Ring
Tammanyites
Democratic Party of
John Kelly
Judge Roberts' Boom Praises From Dearborn Tax Inquiry
The Cincinnati Enquirer trimmed notice from Lawrenceburg praising Judge Roberts. It says the grand jury probe he inspired increased Dearborn county's tax duplicate enough to pay his six year salary in one year. The remarks claim his investigations are spreading across the state and benefiting taxpayers.
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Lawrenceburg
Cincinnati Enquirer
Judge Roberts
Roberts
Dearborn
Lawrenceburg Register
Major Gorvon pledges to save Guetig in murder case
Major Gorvon told the Indianapolis Sentinel he would save the murderer's neck. Appeal papers are not yet filed in the Supreme Court but will be soon, and a new trial is expected. The bill of exceptions is lengthy and will require days for review. Guetig remains in a happy mood during the delay.
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Major Gorvon
Indianapolis Sentinel
Guetig
Supreme Court
Sordid Power Play Hinted Behind New York Nomination
The passage accuses Samuell J. Trpen of sly political influence behind the renomination of Robinson and hints he aims to push New York toward a Democratic victory this fall despite Tammany opposition. It recalls his prior nomination success by a large majority.
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Samuell J. Trpen
Robinson
New York
Tammany
Maine Election Upset Cheers From St Louis Globe-Democrat
The St Louis Globe Democrat praises the Maine results citing a decisive defeat for the Democrats and a strong Republican hold in the radical state, expressing relief that Blaine country remains unreclaimed by radical forces.
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St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Maine
The
Globe- Democrat
Blaine
Southern Indiana Press Association Meets in Evansville
The Southern Indiana Press Association meets at Evansville on the 25th and continues in session three days. Editors are urged to attend, as Evansville residents prepare a hearty welcome for the fraternity.
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Southern Indiana Press
Evansville
Republican Central Committee of Ohio Eyes Grandson Harrison
In a curious note the Ohio Republican Central Committee foresees possible guidance from Grandson Harrison on campaigns. The suggestion hints at lessons for a future Governor race and political strategy.
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Republican Central Committee of
Ohio
Harrison
Foster
Fever Stricken City Sees No Early Relief
Yellow Fever shows no improvement as frost appeal is awaited. Total cases reach 1,149 with 353 deaths to date amid ongoing epidemic conditions.
Fraryxiin Lanpers Delivers Notable Ohio Campaign Speech
Lanpers gave a forceful address during the Ohio campaign last Thursday in Bryan. The remarks rallied supporters and highlighted key policy themes ahead of the regional contest.
State rights and currency question urged for public consideration
A call to readers to study the state rights and currency issue in depth. The message emphasizes public deliberation and careful reading of the subject as it affects governance and commerce.
Correspondence from Derury Ind Anxious Update on Local Growth
A 1879 letter from Derury Indiana notes community progress with a lengthened schoolhouse new fence and planned office near the Masonic Hall. It mentions Wheat acreage rising promising livestock demand and local business moves including Miller Grafton moving to Dupont mill. Political commentary criticizes Republicans and urges Democratic organization.
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Nudis Verbis
Horacé Greeley
Cochran
Masonic Hall
William Montgomery
Lon Tate
D. J. Glendening
George W. Grafton
Dupont
College Under New Regime Promises Prosperity At Hanover
The Hanover College opens under Dr. Fisher new regime with studies and play balanced. A new gymnasium is planned and baseball and football clubs encouraged. Prof. Harvey Young refits the laboratory with chemicals. Y M C A prepares for active work and a lecture by Hon Will Camback is set for the 23d at the Methodist Church Mind your own Business.
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Fisher
Harvey Young
Will. Camback
Maud Hume
Montreal
Canada
Lizzie Brandt
Vevay
Waldo
Plain Talk on Democratic Unity and Republican Conspiracy
The Indianapolis Sentinel argues that California and Maine results show the Democrats must organize and unify now to counter Republican campaigns and their calls for defense of states' rights and constitutional guarantees. It warns that delay to 1880 risks further defeat and urges immediate, cohesive action to avoid party discord.
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California
Maine
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Democrats Party
Partizan
New York
Dangerous Ice and Hidden Typhoid Source in Ice
An eight year old theory proposes ice as a typhoid source. Ice from canals, ponds, and drainage areas may carry infection into refrigeration and food. a London Lancet note suggests a specific poison travels long after burial, warranting thorough study.
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Popular Science Monthly
Flint
Budd
London Lancet
Taxes on Nature a Census of Gates and Fees
The piece catalogs admission prices to natural wonders in the United States and Canada, noting Niagara Falls, Watkins Glen, Mount Washington and others charge entrance or viewing fees. It argues Americans would tolerate higher costs to see iconic sites and jokes about building a coastal wall to charge for ocean views.
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Niagara Falls
United States
Watkins Glen
New York
Mount Wasington
Au Sable
Franconia Notch
Niagara
Falls of
Montmorency
A Patriot, The Madison Courier Defends War Skepticism
The Franklin Democrat notes The Madison Courier mocks the idea of another war, calling the Courier a gutter or commissary type who profits from conflict and stays away from battle while feigning patriotism. The piece portrays the Courier as a patriot in name only.
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Madison Courier
Man Discovers Nail in Slipper Sole
A quoted account describes a man noting pain as he pulls a tack from the bottom of his slipper. The brief incident highlights an unusual foot injury and the moment of extraction.
Witty Fragments and Folly from Gleanings
A collection of humorous quips and anecdotes featuring puns, misread lines, and social foibles. It includes jokes about professions, inventions, and manners, with instances of wordplay, nautical slang, and marriage jokes. Various anecdotes recount miscommunications and light satire from a late 19th or early 20th century newspaper page.
Married on the Rail in a Rowdy Bridal Tour
A man named William wed a widow while traveling on the Detroit, Lansing and Northern line. The couple received gifts from mill workers and staged a playful salute on board as William declared the bride. Passengers lined up to kiss the bride, with one defiant passenger briefly restrained before joining the salute.
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Detroit
Lansing
Northern
Willian
William
Mary
Michigan
Intelligent Juryman Questioned in Curious Courtroom Scene
A juror shows no opinions or knowledge on the case as spectators mock and applaud. The scene shifts to a Roman anecdote about Capua and Latin tribes with mischievous dialogue, ending with a note that Decius died the next day, as reported by Hawkeye.
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Capua
Manlius Torquatus
Vecius
Manlius
Decius
Tommy
Hawkeye
Fire Worshiper in North Carolina
A Charlotte Observer item recounts a North Carolina man who lit and kept burning a hearth fire since his 1843 marriage. Now in his town, he says the fire has burned 36 years and stays warm only as needed. He views the flame as a lasting reminder of his wife and family.
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Charlotte
N. C
Indiana Democrats Back Frank Sanders for Governor Nomination
A wave of Indiana Democratic papers express strong support for Frank Sanders as the party's next gubernatorial candidate. They describe Sanders as the clear choice and say his nomination prospects look favorable, asserting he is the better man for the job.
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Indiana
Frank Sanders
Beginning of the end and other curious lines
Fragmentary musings compare a dog tail stump to a cut-purse and pose a query about how fish bite, hinting at playful wordplay and ruminations on behavior.
Agricultural Market Listings and Commodities
Readable items include Timothy hay mixed with oats and clover seed, buckwheat, wool, butter, poultry products, beans, navy beans, potatoes, molasses, golden syrup, lard, dried fruits, and various seeds. Prices appear for timothy seed, clover seed, orchard grass seed, and red top, plus wool and dairy outputs.
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Craven Institute
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Ren. F. Robbins
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Main Street
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Franklin Democrat
Derury
Hanover
Boston Times
Lampton
Johnsen
Jorkins
Garnet Wolsely
Cape
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Boston
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Leadville
Faix
Pat
Dade
Lord Holland
Claude
Boston Post
Skye
North Carolina
Nashville Jacksonian
da. Krou
Seale
J. B.C. F. Harper
Madison
Bucklen
Arnica
J. E. C. F. Harper
Chew Jackson
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Mavison
Invincible
Triumphala City Mills
Magnolia
Barry
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Saan
W Wells & CO
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Laguyra
Java
Moelha
Young Myson
Japan
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Ube
Lehigh
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Dr. Oakley
Mich
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Joilet
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Garret
Lindsey
Prop
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Qo. T. Branham
Weber's Brewery
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