Delany Seeks Black Unity and a Black VP Candidate
The New York World cites Delany arguing that African Americans will demand a black vice presidential nominee at the next National Republican Convention. He urges racial solidarity, equal protection under the law, and leadership by both black and white reformers, framing a possible ticket with Grant as president and a black VP as essential to party harmony.
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Delany
Fred Douglass
Grant
Colfax
Ham
New York World
Mr. A. T. Stewart’s New Fifth Avenue Mansion Unveiled
The new Stewart mansion at Thirty-fourth Street and Fifth Avenue in New York, a four story white marble building, showcases an imposing exterior and lavish interiors. Ground floor includes a marble vestibule reception hall drawing room dining room and a 70 by 28 foot picture gallery surmounted by a dome. Second floor holds Mr Stewart’s sleeping suites library and billiard room with marble staircase from Italy. Third and fourth floors continue with bedrooms and staff service rooms in equally grand style.
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Stewart
Thirty-fourth Street
Fifth Avenue
Europe
Italy
Wade Hampton on Southern abstention from national convention
Wade Hampton argues the Southern states should abstain from the next National Democratic Convention. He lists three main reasons including potential loss of influence, risk of harm to the party, and Northern leadership in the presidential contest. He urges coordinated, harmonious action and clear messaging to Northern allies to preserve Southern interests. The letter mentions Hendricks as a future candidate and cites California sentiment as reported by the San Jose Guide and Evansville Courier.
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Wade Hampton
Coumbia
Democratic Party
South
Wapbr Hanrron
D. I. Till
Hendricks
Pacific
Democratic State Central Committee
Txos. A. Hendricks
San Jose
California
Indiana Democratic Committee
Thomas A. Hendricks
New York
Pendleton
Newton Boorn
Mr. Henpricks
Henpricks
Evransville
Congressmen-at-Large and Democratic Endorsements
The piece argues Indiana will gain an additional at large congressman and endorses Thomas R. Cobb for the seat, praising his Democratic service and canvassing ability. It notes mixed views on Butler and a Massachusetts convention critique, concluding with a subscription plea for the Register.
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Indiana
Thomas R. Cobb
Congress
Vincennes Sun
Mr. Cone
Petticoated Presidents and a Lady in Power
A reader piece from the Columbia Spectator imagines a female president, praising beauty and fashion in governance. It jokes about a petitioned candidacy, admiration for a dusky mock cabinet, and torchlight processions with playful slogans. The tone parodies gendered politics and ends with a satirical jab against a government draped in calico.
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Anna Dickinson
A Hint to County Officers From Versailles Journal
The Versailles Journal criticizes Ripley county officers for sending county printing to Indianapolis. It argues local printers in Versailles could handle the work, urging support for home enterprises and promising that the paper backing candidates should share in public work profits. The piece urges readers to influence the nominating convention and even hints at political tactics.
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Papet
Versailles Journal
Ripley County
Indianapolis
Versailles
Lawrenceburgh
Milwaukee church bell memorial for Minnie J Hodges
In memory of Minnie J Hodges the 724 pound bell was cast for a Milwaukee church. The English Bop crop has been gathered and yields about one third of an average crop, signaling a weak harvest for the season.
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Milwaukee
Minnie J. Hodges
British Money Orders Offer Expanded Postal Services
Evansville Mo Post Office announces from October 2 British Money Orders available for amounts up to 150 dollars issued to one person. USD or National Bank notes converted to Sterling at New York gold price. cooperation with Indiana Illinois Kentucky regions through agents or letters. Fees range from 0.75 to 5.0 percent plus handling. Swiss money orders also issued. notice by Joan W Foster Postmaster.
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Evansville
Foster
Orrick
England
Ireland
Scotland
United States
New York City
Indiana
Illinois
Kentucky
Great Britain
Switzerland
Joan W. Foster
Another Scare Crow and Radical Alarm in Presses
The Detroit Free Press warns of a supposed Democratic plan to repay debts and cancel pensions, while criticizing Morton’s charges as nonsense. The New York Commercial Advertiser blames ex Governor Fen ton for city corruption, citing Radical misgovernance. Tax receipts show rising internal revenue while radicals are blamed for excess taxation. A Boston paper suggests improving women’s lot by securing a good house and husband.
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Detroit Free Press
Morton
Democratic Party
Democratic Congress
United States
Sar
New York
Albany
Twerep and
Sweeney
Grant’s reception in Richmond Wayne county scene
At a Richmond Indiana reception on Grants way to Chicago, Bennett spoke loudly to the crowd asking if Grant would repeat his 1868 Wayne county show of support. Only a handful voiced agreement while the rest stared in silence, signaling a humiliating miss. The Radical cites a weak response and predicts a poorer 1868 vote if he runs again.
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Richmond
Ind
President Grant
Chicago
Bennett
Wayne County
General Grant
Indiana
Grant
Prairie
Illinois
New Harmony
Posey County
Alonzo Blackburn
Senator Morton's Murder Plot Skepticism
A St Louis Times critique dismisses sensational Radical claims of a plot to kidnap or kill Senator Morton of Indiana as absurd. The piece argues such stories serve political ends, noting the senator’s finances unlikely to attract thieves and predicting self-destruction rather than outside help.
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Morton
Indiana
St. Louis Times
The New Privileged Class Speech Riles Grant Supporters
A Covington reception quotes President Grant arguing minority protection equals majority rights. Critics say the minority of present givers receive more privileges than the non-giving majority, claiming an aristocracy of present givers has formed in the country.
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Covington
Grant
V. Y. Sun
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