Morton’s Southern plan shapes 1872 campaign clash
The Southern Views column in the St. Louis Republican traces Morton’s vocal push on constitutional amendments and reconstruction, linking Grant’s circle to a voter map that tests Democratic resistance. It cites Northern and Southern papers praising or resisting the amendments, arguing Morton’s platform may backfire and Democrats will fight with their own weapons.
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Morton’s tariff claims praised by Morton praised by World attack
The New York World criticizes Mr. Morton for touting Grant era tax cuts while masking actual reductions. It argues his figures inflate benefits, show higher costs to Indiana, and reveal aid to Massachusetts and Pennsylvania manufacturers at his own constituents’ expense. The piece contrasts state tax remissions per capita. It notes Indiana and Massachusetts population figures and per capita tax relief.
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Where are the Brains in Hats Across Regions
The New York Evening Post presents a nut for phrenologists noting hat and cap makers report regional standard sizes differ. Boston and Eastern States favor small sizes, New York and Middle States use medium to large, Chicago and the West demand the largest. Cross-market goods rarely fit other regions except in rare cases. The South favors a distinct large-shaped size.
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Grant seeks to replace Mead as head of army society
The Chicago Times quotes a claim that General Grant plans to oust General Mead from leading the Society of the Army of the Potomac and install a Grant ally such as Sheridan. It questions why Grant would not use the Force Bill and cites his proclamation as ample latitude.
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Washington Letter No 15 exposes Radical schemes and missteps
Correspondence from Washington critiques the grant administration and its Freedmen Bureau allies, alleging prowar and pro-Bureau plots, and accuses Gen. Stoward Caleb Cushing and others of self interest. It notes German support fractures, Tammany politics, and a failing new loan with Boutwell. It also reports Ashley’s appointment as Cherokee boundary commissioner and questions Grant’s actions.
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Vitality of the Democratic Party in the Nation
The New York World notes the Democratic party is stronger now than four or five years ago. Republican journals once predicted its doom, but now fear its growth. Grant and Colfax have begun the presidential campaign early to counter a vigorous opposition. The Tribune warns of a strenuous contest next year. Republicans doubt they confront a corpse but will find they have their match.
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Grant and Congress Promote War Not Peace
The New York Sun condemns the Ku Klux force bill as unconstitutional and declares General Grant’s push for its passage aimed at his presidential nomination. It argues the measure reignites civil conflict between North and South, endangers peace and prosperity, and damages national harmony.
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Scene in Washington Radical Benevolence
A depiction of Sumner confronted by an old emancipated man asking for money. The exchange shows Sumner’s polite refusal and a brief interjection by Cox who gives a dollar. The piece notes a trend in inventors using electricity as motive power and mentions Zado Pratt commissioning a colossal profile sculpture at Prattaville.
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Its True Intent on Ku Klux Proclamation Debate
The St Louis Republican argues the President's proclamation aims to justify federal troops in the South, citing fears of a centralized government and stripping state sovereignty. It notes party critics warn of radical change, while the New York Sun labels Grant's move as predetermination.
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Plan to defeat Gen Logan for Grand Commander in G A R
The Chicago Times reports a plan to unseat Gen John A Logan as Grand Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic with Gen Pleasanton opposing him and courting Internal Revenue influence. The piece notes Logan fights the Administration and patronage, while the Grand Army favors the rising over the setting sun. The Mobile Register says the South accepts the situation and predicts a North secession next, vowing not to consider it this quarter.
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New York Guardsmen Split From Grant Supporters
The New York Atlas notes that among the 25 prominent New York businessmen who backed Grant in 1868 and funded his campaign, only one remains aligned with him today.
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Political whispers link central railroad to Bratnz in 1872 bid
Gossip in the era claims the Pennsylvania Central Railroad supports Bratnz for president in 1872 and that Bratnz has recently spoken with railroad officers about the matter.
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