History of Electoral Body Presented by Secretary Hugo
Francis M. Hugo explains the origin and functioning of the U S Electoral College, its historical challenges, and how electors meet in January to cast votes. The article covers how the system evolved, how ballots are counted in Congress, and past instances of electors diverging from party dictates.
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Hugo
Francis M. Hugo
Secretary of State
Jenny
Leey
Tle
James Moares
John Quincy Adams
Washinngton
North Dakota
Cleveland
Harrison
Weaver
Neutrone Prescription 99 Promises Quick Rheumatism Cure
Hundreds of bottles of Neutrone Prescription 99 are sold as druggists report strong demand. The ad claims it cures inflammatory muscular and sciatic rheumatism, neuralgia pain, and swollen joints, with blood purification and health boost. Priced at 50 cents to 1.00 per bottle, it touts long use by a famed specialist and urges a trial.
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J. Erskine Mills
Middletown
Cott Pharmacy
Goshen
Electoral history and proposals on choosing the president
The article recalls past tense of presidential elections and electoral disputes, noting the Hayes versus Tilden 1876 showdown with a special commission, Cleveland 1864 results in New York, and the 1887 Electoral Count Act. It also mentions plans to amend the federal Constitution amid recent presidential selection debates.
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Rpublican
Hayes
Tilden
New York
Speciel Electoral Commission
Booy
Cleveland
New York State
Congress
A Proposal to Elect Presidents by Popular Vote
The article defends a nationwide popular vote for president, arguing it could replace electing leaders by state results. It notes constitutional amendment hurdles, limited uniform suffrage, and concerns about fraud, while suggesting minority representation as a possible compromise to retain some popular input.
Inaugural Ball Shifts To New Year Night Albany
Albany December 28 the inaugural ball for Gov Charles S Whitman second term will be held on New Year’s Day due to Sunday New Year’s Eve. The oath will be administered before the State Chief Judge marking a rare instance sworn by an official other than the secretary of state. The gala will feature a flat platform in the Assembly Chamber with soldiers and artillery, gold lace and dress uniforms replacing the traditional midnight countdown.
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Albany
Charles S. Whitman
New York
Whitman
Francis M Hugo
George Clinton
Court House
Kingston
Big Country
Sword Inn
Harriman Announces Engagement To Miss Gladys Fries
New York society notes report the engagement of Gladys C. Fries daughter of Dr. and Mrs Harold E. Fries of 10 West Fifty-ninth Street to E. Roland N. Harriman. Fries active in Junior League philanthropy. Harriman, son of the late F. E. Harriman, resides with his mother on East Sixty-ninth Street. No wedding date is set but likely in spring.
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New York
Gladys C. C Fries
Harold E. Fries
West Fifty-ninth Street
E. Roland N. Harriman
Fries
Tillery
N.C
Harriman
Then
Air
Henry Harriman
I East Sixty-ninth Street
Carol Ao Harriman
W. Averell Thvrrinan
Itty Lourger Lawrence
Averell Thirriman
Inaugural Parade to Feature 2510 National Guardsmen
Governors day homespun tone described a grand inaugural parade with 2510 National Guardsmen from many military groups. Bands will include New York City police, and admission to the Assembly Chamber requires special cards. Reservers must be seated by 11:30. Chief Justice-elect Hiscock will administer the oath to Dr. Whitman. Nelson will deliver remarks and Bishop Cusack will give the benediction.
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Clinton
Stara
City of
New York
Assembly Chamber
Hiscock
New Year Basketball at State Armory in Monroe VA
Arrow Five of Monroe VA meets St Josephs of Middletown in a New Year night basketball event at the State Armory. Dancing and admission of 2 cents per person. Advertisement. For needs use Times Press want columns.
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State Armory
Arrow Five
Monroe
St. Joseph's
Middletown
Cohnings
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