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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1868
Page
2
The last issue before a decisive election argues for Republicans and warns against Radicals. It portrays Democracy as reforming waste and protecting rights, while Radical policy allegedly increases debt, imposes bonds, enforces reconstruction, and subordinates civil power to the military. It calls on Workingmen Farmers and taxpayers to decide the vote.
A historical portico argues taxation increases toil, claiming six hours earned by workers would match ten with tax relief. It quotes Horatio Seymour criticizing Congress and a “negro policy.” The text contrasts Massachusetts and Illinois currency, noting Massachusetts’ $57 million versus Illinois’ under $10 million for similar populations, Rhode Island per capita funds versus northern states, questioning currency value westward.
A private letter quoted by the Chicago Times expresses confidence that Indiana will vote Democratic in November. It praises Indiana Democracy for pluck and grit, predicting Gov. Seymour could win the Presidency in a sweeping victory.
A lengthy 1868 Democratic platform address urges voters to restore a conservative administration, reduce military costs, and place finances on stable footing. It defends the party against radical accusations, touts adherence to the Constitution, and frames the ballot as redress against alleged government overreach. Strong contrasts outline leaders, debts, and civil order.
The message urges Democrats nationwide to resist Republican rule, warn of revolutionary aims, and rally for victory in November. It emphasizes restoring the Union, peace, prosperity, and a frugal national government, naming Argust Beatmont as National Committee Chairman and urging renewed commitment to the party cause.
Democrats urge restoration of the Union and respect for freeman ballots. They condemn Radical reforms as revolution, noting troops rule in four states and calling the shift a dangerous act. Ohio Democrats report 41 counties carried, Delaware majority up from 612 in 1864 and 1,212 in 1866, with statewide gains anticipated in November.
Evidence of Colfax popularity shows a Democratic gain of 120 in St. Joseph County with further Democratic gains across all counties comprising his former congressional district. The report notes broad regional support and aligns with party momentum in the region.
A call urges Democrats to work with vigor to reverse Indiana results. The message questions whether the First District can secure the state for Seymour and Blair and urges collective effort.
Long warning piece criticizing Radical Congress overreach and dangers if Gen. Grant wins. It argues Johnson’s veto power checked excess, questions Grant’s independence, Cabinet wisdom, and the risk of unchecked Republican control endangering the republic. Ends noting fear among honest Republicans.
The article analyzes Indiana congressional results with Democratic majorities across districts and argues Democrats can carry the state for Seymour and Blair next Tuesday. It cites Pennsylvania and Huntsville letters, praising Thomas A. Hendricks and urging Democratic rally while denouncing Grant and Lincoln era corruption.
Governor Seymour arrived by the Pan Handle railroad at noon and was greeted by a large audience in Pittsnura. He delivered an eloquent address to an immense crowd in Allegheny, with a torchlight procession and illuminated buildings along the route. He departs at 6 40 A M for the East.
From West Virginia, Oct 28 The Intelligencer reports additional counties increasing the Republican majority to 4610. Remaining 13 counties cast 2594 votes in 1886 and gave a Sopntlicns majority of 609. Republicans claim a total majority near 6000. Gen. Witcher, GOP candidate for Congress from Kanawah Valley, telegraphs a 1560 majority.
The speaker urges unwavering effort to restore and maintain the Union under the Constitution. He argues Southern sincerity mirrors public opinion leadership in South Carolina and warns against timid faltering as Restoration cries rise. He insists there is only one path to success: steadfast defense of the entrusted cause.
The Cin Enquirer notes that in November Ohio voters showed a smaller gap for Congressmen than state offices, with Radical majorities around 12 800 for congressmen and 17 000 for state officers. The author argues this implies presidential candidates may surpass the late Democratic state vote on November 3.
A rascal named Frep. Dovcrass attacks civil rights in the South, urging colored friends to trust the musket as the true guarantor of liberty. He claims constitutional guarantees are worthless without bearing arms, insisting that Black brethren are safe while the Constitution proclaims their right to keep and bear arms.
The Memphis Appeal argues that newsroom labor demands patient study and constant effort more than most fields. It criticizes self confident critics who claim to run a newspaper in a few minutes and stresses the enduring grind behind news, notes, and printing costs.
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