Democrats Claim Sweep as Ohio Vote Mirrors Nation
A special telegram from Colum mus reports Democrats edge toward a decisive win. Ohio appears competitive with a probable 299 electoral votes for Cleveland and supporters claim Indiana Wisconsin and other states as safe Democratic gains. Republicans fear a tight loss as returns show mixed results and official counts loom.
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Democrats Seem Set to Control House and Senate Balance
New York dispatch reports a Democratic landslide giving the House a strong majority and the Senate likely to tilt toward Democrats or Populists. It cites changes in California Kansas Montana Nebraska Nevada New York Wisconsin and Wyoming with multiple retirements and possible party shifts affecting control after March 4.
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Hill warm on Democratic victory and Cleveland tribute
United States Senator David B. Hill praised the Democratic victory as a personal triumph for ex President Cleveland and a vindication of Democratic policies. He called for tariff reform and federal tax reduction, defended his party’s strategy, noted strong New York organization, and declined to publish congratulatory telegrams.
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Democratic ticket leads in Ohio elections with gains
Fringe election chatter suggests a Democratic plurality of 800 to 1,000 as results trickle in from Winton Monros and Roe counties. Reported gains in Stark Mahoning and Cleveland areas bolster hopes, with official counts to settle the outcome.
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Morgan Massacred in Ohio District Vote Swing
In the Eighteenth district Morgan the Republican nominee loses to Dr. George Skert the Democratic candidate by sizable margins across Mahoning Stark and Columbus counties. Analysts attribute the result to working class sentiment and a high rate of straight Democratic tickets amid discontent with Republican labor policy. J G Butler Jr of Briar Hill Iron and Coal comments on wage implications for Mahoning Valley workers.
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Harter's decisive victory in Mansfield district
In his home district Senator Sherman faced a surprising loss as Harter secured a 3,500 majority. County results show Harter leading: 2,033 in Huron county, 965 in Ashland, 560 in Knox, and 200 in the county of Lorain where Johnson underperformed. Sherman conceded with a cool reaction and departed for Washington.
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Republicans Lose Hancock County Lead in Local Election
In Hancock county the Republican majority of 400 vanished and Democrats win the county ticket except for Sheriff by 150 to 800. In the Eighth District Colonel Strong leads Fremont by 1500. typical Republican margin in the district would be about 4800. Factional fights credited for GOP reverses.
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Jefferson county returns show Republican gains in county vote
Complete Jefferson county returns place the Republican tally at 1,308 with Poorman ahead for Congress by 150 votes. Prohibitionists total 500 and the People’s party 200, with the district outcome awaiting the official count.
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County Democratic Ticket Sweeps to Historic Victory
The Democratic county ticket of seven officers was elected by large margins from 605 to 1694, a result without precedent in the county's history.
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Train held up at Wharton station in Cherokee Strip
Five masked men stopped a south bound Santa Fe train near Gutheie Oklahoma. The robbers took the arms of the trainmen and a few small express packages. The incident follows a previous robbery at the same lonely station.
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Connecticut's Revolution Marks Democratic Sweep in State
Democrats win statewide offices for first time since 1882 with large majorities. President vote aligns with state offices, but Legislature will decide US Senator. House remains Republican by 14, while Senate tied with Democratic lieutenant governor casting deciding vote. Congressional gains: Sperry, Pigott, De Forest for Democrats. Russell (Rep.) wins Third. Harrison 74,980. Cleveland 82,406. Morris 82,269. Merwin 76,402.
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Russell A Phenomenon Re-Elected Governor In Massachusetts
Governor Russell wins re election in Massachusetts as Republicans gain in the state legislature and congressional delegation. Democrats suffer losses, while the presidential ticket sees a strong Republican showing and a wave against free trade politics.
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California's Mixture Democrats Gain in Legislature
In California the Legislature sits 120 members with Democrats holding a slight edge as results filter in. Incomplete returns show Republicans leading in Senate races and Democrats ahead in Assembly, with party control likely on joint ballot. Election counts suggest Democrats about to form a narrow majority.
Indiana Democrats Lead In Indiana Returns For Congress
Indiana voters report slow returns with 73 counties counting showing Democrat plurality about 7200 in those counties. Nine counties expected to shift Democrats by about 1000. Legislature projected to be Democratic on joint ballot with Democrats electing eleven Congressmen including Taylor Brett Brown Holman Cooper By num Brookshire Hammond and Martin MacNagney Conn while Republicans win Johnson and Waugh in the sixth and ninth districts.
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Buzzaro's Bay Welcomes Grover Cleveland Supporters
In Buzzaro's Bay and neighboring Wareham, Democrats celebrate a 20 vote gain over 1888 for Grover Cleveland. Leaders plan a demonstration honoring Cleveland and his family as influence remains strong in the area.
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Stevenson Home Besieged by Democratic Victory Celebrants
At Bloomisdox on November 9 the Stevenson home drew about 1000 Democratic supporters who crowded the house and porch in celebration. General Stevenson welcomed visitors and telegrams from across the nation poured in expressing congratulations for the party’s win. A later report notes the house was damaged as crowds surged at the scene.
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Har rity reflects on Cleveland Stevenson victory
William F. Harrity, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, comments on the election result and the party’s position. He notes the campaign issues of tariffs and the force bill, predicts 968 to 179 electoral votes, and praises Cleveland’s win while stressing honesty and careful messaging.
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THE KANSAS LANDSLIDE
Returns show Weaver winning Kansas by about 2000 with 5 of 8 congressmen Fusion Populist or Fusion party gains. Governors and other races tilt toward Fusion. Humphrey loses to Hudson in the Third district. Simpson wins in the Seventh by about 2500. Legislature likely anti Republican.
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Croker Congratulated On Campaign Triumph
Don Dickinson sends a formal letter to Richard Croker praising his dedication and vigilance for the national ticket from the Chicago nomination to its triumphant close. He credits Tamany Hall and its loyalty for aiding the victory and extends sincere appreciation for Croker’s efforts.
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North Carolina Democrats Sweep Nine Congressmen
Returns from every congressional district show the Democratic slate winning in eight districts with uncertain Fifth. Expected re election of A H A Williams. other victorious Democrats named include W A Branch F A Woodward B F Grady B H Bunn and B Alexander J S reine W H Beaver and W T Craw fore.
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State race yields narrow gains as Osborn leads governor race
Republican and Democratic chairmen report state results with Osborn leading the governor’s race. Pluralities for the Legislature are uncertain, with estimates from five to six hundred for the statewide figure.
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Cleveland Plurality Leads as Delaware Results Tallied
Cleveland posts a plurality of 574 with 18,250 votes to Harrison's 17,951 in the Delaware tally. Wimbettos and Dr. Nov. & Delaware complete the partial count for Cleveland’s election results.
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Iowa Republicans Lead by 22 000 in Des Moines Result
The Republican electoral ticket carried by a plurality of about 22 000 to 25 000 in Des Moines Iowa and statewide. State officers were elected while Democrats won none of the 11 congressmen.
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