Politician M T Carnanan to Address Posey County Voters
Democratic candidate M T Carnanan will speak across Posey County at multiple school houses and towns from September 24 to October 9 starting at 1 PM daily. Republican W C Pirra is invited to join and split speaking time. The piece notes Carnanan as a former Reconstruction era member and includes a critical remark about carpet baggers and a jab at government economy.
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M.T. Carnanan
Posey County
Smith’s
Lynn Township
Beech Grove
Ipruumber
Cypress School House
Point Township
Mt. Vernon
Miller’s Meeting House
Black Hawk Mills
Marrs Township
Wathesville
Blairsville
St. Wendle
Cynthiana
Poseyville
Stewartsville
Hazle Green
W. C. Pirra
M.T. Cannanan
Cranberry crop needs 50000 barrels of sugar in New Jersey
New Jersey plans to sweeten its cranberry output this year using fifty thousand barrels of sugar. The estimate reflects expected harvest scales and the industry’s processing needs for the coming season.
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Gp Lt
New Jersey
Extermination claim echoes in Indian population debate
A fragment notes that about 78,000 Indians would like something described as extermination, signaling a contested stance or proposed policy amid heated dialogue on treatment and rights. The terse line hints at a political or social dispute affecting a sizable community.
Our County Fair crowns a success despite rain
The Tenth Annual County Fair drew large crowds each day amid heavy rainfall. Stock shows, floral entries, and fast horse races highlighted the event with premium awards recorded for trotting, pacing, running, and mule races. Attendance estimates reached up to 15,000 on a stormy Thursday.
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Floral Hall
Evansville
Evansvilles
G. W. Morrison
8. Bennett
Eagles
C. J. Bigelow
John Weaver
John R. Duckworth
Isaac Bacon
A.wu
Thomas L. Denny
Boonville
John K
John K. Duckworth
C.J. Bigelow
D. B.montgomery
Impos
Sible
CO. Raynone
Joel Sherwood
Mary.p
Eid. Brown
Geo. F. Beaty
Henderson
T. L. Denny
W.J. Payne
Red Fox
J. W. Rouse
Johnny
Ot. L. Denny
Shakepeare
J. H. Morgan
Annie Letcher
Joseph Wieck
Mary P
New Harmony
Fortran Born Voters in Sydiana in Indiana
An Indianapolis Sentinel editorial argues foreign birth does not bar voting in Indiana. It states any white male born outside the United States may vote after declaring intent and meeting a twelve month U.S. residency, including six months in Indiana, at the Clerk of the Court.
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Sydiana
Indiana
Indianapolis Sentinel
United States
The
Sentinel
War costs and rail coal figures in early 19th century notes
The piece contrasts 1817 war expenses under James K. Polk with later peace costs, claiming a thirty million dollar increase per year under Radical rule. It cites 12 000 tons of coal used yearly by West Jersey railroad glass factories and quotes ex governor Seymour’s final words to family.
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Earl
United States
Mexico
James K. Pork
Radicala
War Department
West Jersey
Plantation on Arkansas River Sells for Five Cents an Acre
A historic plantation along the Arkansas River recently changed hands at a nominal price of five cents per acre. The sale, noted for its unusually low rate, highlights continued shifts in land ownership patterns in the region. Local observers call the transaction a notable curiosity of agricultural land trades.
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Arkansas River
Kentucky
Harrison
Letcher
Teen Dollar Counterfeit Notes Circulate in Troy
Counterfeit notes labeled as teen dollar bills appeared in circulation on Saturday in Troy. The National Bank of Troy reported detecting the fakes and warned the public to be cautious. Local authorities are investigating the incident and reviewing recent currency supplies.
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National Bank of Troy
Henry Cray on Reconstruction and Civil War Prophecy
The Louisville Democrat cites Henry Cray’s warnings from 1843 and 1847, arguing that reform measures will destroy harmony and lead to disunion, perpetual war, and the extinction or expulsion of Black people. It claims future conflicts and rapine will follow, validating Cray’s prophetic judgments.
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Henry Cray
Mr. Cray
Free States
Mr. Clay
Lexington
Chay
Louisville Democrat
Democratic Arguments and Political Commentary Echoes
The piece mocks Democratic arguments stirring national debate, noting Republican document dispatches and popular discontent over taxation, currency, and federal power. It contrasts old claims with attacks on Radical legislation, while recounting past campaign fervor in Kentucky and nationwide reaction to political shifts.
Grant Attacks and Endorsement Study for Presidential Hope
The Intelligencer weighs Grant withdrawal amid rising doubt about his fitness for the presidency. It argues for decency and a stronger candidate like Seymour, denouncing Grant as unfit and predicting a decisive, reforming leadership next. Arkansas registration edicts spark outrage over state forces and ballot manipulation.
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Grant
United States
Radical Party
Horatio Seymour
Seymour
Ste
General Gillem Refuses to Hold or Permit the Presidential Election
Jackson Mississippi August 15 1868 message from the Democratic Ex Committee of Mississippi to General Gillem asking whether the November presidential electors election will be required or permitted to be held. They note sheriffs duties and Governor Humphries removal and urge enforcement of the law by the district commanding general. Joan D Frenson chairs the committee.
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South
Arkansas
Clayton
Boards of Registration
Gillem
Mississippi
Jackson
Democratic Party
Congress
United States
Humphries
Joan D. Frenson
Mississippi district commander declines election action
In Wickspura Mississippi on August 22 1868 Major Mo Tyler acting assistant adjutant general informs Hon John D Freeman chairman of the Democratic Executive Committee that the March 2 1867 act organizing the district and its supplements do not authorize any election action proposed. The district commander declines to take the action requested.
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Lam Air
Mo. Tyler
U.S. A
Procession Honors General Howard in New Orleans
A procession of ten boys led by a fife and drum formed a vocal ovation at New Orleans, presenting a cent collection to honor General Howard, reflecting postwar civic ceremony and limited civic funds.
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Howard
New Orleans
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