Thurman backs Greeley in Democratic split letter
Ohio Senator A G Thurman, among the absent Democrats, says in the Cleveland Plain Dealer he would prefer a straight Democratic fight but will actively support Greeley and Brown if that serves the party and country. He calls Baltimore’s Greeley Brown ticket the result of popular will and argues Radical leadership threatens constitutional government.
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Can Democrats Vote for Horace Greeley
A historical editorial argues Democrats should unite with all parties to defend liberty during national crises. It recalls 1861 when Democrats joined Whigs and abolitionists to resist threats to the republic and urges contemporary Democrats to affiliate across party lines to oppose despotism and ruin. It notes General Pinlow of Tennessee and his Confederate ties, calling motive commentary unnecessary.
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Testimony of Major Gordon on Morton and radical frauds in Indiana
The Indianapolis Sentinel cites Major Jonathan W. Gordon as grant elector and quotes a September 1864 speech attacking Governor Morton. It details alleged frauds, bank stock schemes, and unauthorized state spending, arguing public morality and free government depend on ending such corruption.
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Greeley and Grant in Democratic Contention Explored
The passage outlines Horace Greeley’s opposition to Corruption rings and Grant, while praising an economical, peaceful administration and universal suffrage. It argues Democrats should support Greeley as candidate for president, calling for civil law, withdrawal of troops, and restraint on imperialism. A New York Sun note recalls a Horace Greeley tobacco package anecdote involving Orange Stevens.
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Affectionate Epitaphs Mark Ohio Woman’s Husbands
An Ohio widow, Mrs Plum of Marengo, Illinois, inscribed tombstones with “We will meet in heaven, husband, dear” for each of her three departed husbands. The tale mentions she recently pulled a 45 year old porcupine quill from her flesh amid family troubles.
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A Little Dinner Party and Grant's Prospects
In a Philadelphia scene Col Alex McClure hosts Gen Hawley and Col Forney to privately assess political strength. They chart Grant and Greeley support by state, concluding Greeley leads with 36 electoral votes, provoking Hawley’s reluctant concession. The piece then lists Democratic National Committee members from various states for four years.
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Radical Critique of Grant Era in a 19th Century Speech
The speaker denounces Radicalism as destroying the Republic and undermining liberties. He blasts the party for suspending habeas corpus, weakening elections, imposing tariffs, heavy taxes, monopolies, and corruption. Claims billions paid to bondholders, abuses by officials, and accused Grant as a bribe-taking president. Ends with call for change and opposition to entrenched power.
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Republicans in Leavenworth face party split over Greeley raid
The Leavenworth Times reports a large share of city and county Republicans intend to bolt the party and align with the Greeley raid, a historical fact which will be met with regret by supporters of the GOP.
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Organize and energize for statewide election drive
The Indianapolis Sentinel urges political allies to organize thoroughly across every county and school district. It calls for working clubs, complete voter polls, distributed documents, and spirited discussions to ensure turnout. It claims ample time remains to win the state election by a substantial margin for enpnicks, and for GREELEY and Brown.
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The Difference Between the Men in Nebraska Prophesy
The Omaha Jerald recalls Dr Greeley predicting Nebraska would reach a population of a million as midlife observers. It notes General Grant later toured Nebraska and praised a Fremont Union Pacific Railroad dining house saying I like that gravy after a free meal.
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Indiana Elections Majorities Through 1870 Report
The document lists Indiana statewide majorities by year and office from 1856 to 1870, noting Democratic, Republican, and Grant/Greeley outcomes. It urges Democrats to ensure a 15,000 majority for Hendricks in October and for Greeley in November.
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Horace Greeley as a Newspaper Figure and President Hope
The piece defends Horace Greeley against ridicule and political ambition claims. It argues that wishing to be president is a noble aim, especially for intelligent, honest men devoted to country, and notes opposition to Greeley without treating ambition as a fault.
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