Grant for a third term debated by Wisconsin senator
The piece discusses Senator Carpenter of Wisconsin urging General Grant for a third term. It notes his interview with the New York Times and claims Grant would win if nominated, carrying several Southern states and much of the North. It questions southern voting fear and cites editorials from Nevada papers. The column also mentions Minnesota politics and Donnelly’s congressional seat history.
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Virginia Enterprise
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Settle
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Nevada
Judge Settle
Enterprise and Appeal
Corrupt Scoundrel in Minnesota Contest Raises Bribery Claims
The Minnesota Third District contest between Donnelly and Washburn draws attention as bribery and intimidation claims surface. Evidence shows corporate payroll tickets identified voters, while testimony seeks to reveal attempts to sway committee members. W. S. King’s letter alleging Donnelly sought money to back a U. S. Senate candidate adds another layer as King prepares to testify.
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Substituted Public Land bill and Rhode Island fraud note
At a House Mines committee meeting Representative Belford offered a simple substitute for the Public Land Commissioner's bill, limiting new law to an amendment of Section 2,322 with a 30 degree dip rule. The Rhode Island inquiry reports that foreign born citizens may be denied representation. Congress could reduce Rhode Island’s seats if apportionment rules are violated. The New Hampshire Democratic State Convention reaffirms Democratic principles and supports Tilden. Evarts writes to the Chinese minister about census penalties. Mississippi Republicans show large attendance with Sherman favored for temporary chairman. New York senators Robertson and Sessions vow to support Blaine. Corporal Ernest Weisthal of the Thirteenth Infantry was killed at Jackson Barracks during target practice. a fight among Highland City prospectors Stevens and Leiter is noted.
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Daggett
Rhode Island
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Congress
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Yueng Wing
California
Mississippi
George W. Gayles
W. H. Gibbs
Sherman
Robertson
Sessiona
New York
Chicago
Blaine
Ernest Weisthal
Thirteenth Infantry
Jackson Barracks
New Orleans
Davia
Gurrison
Stevens
Leiter
Highland City
Miners' Company Tragedy and 19th Century Political Tensions
A company of miners suffered multiple fatalities. Senator Hoard urged the Princiary Committee to draft a bill for compensating those whose ships were lost to Confederate cruisers, funded by Geneva award proceeds. North Carolina held a state convention. New Jersey and Delaware Republicans favor Blaine but may refrain from instructing delegates. Wisconsin delegates split among Washburne Blaine Sherman and Grant. New Hampshire supporters tilt toward Blaine. San Francisco broker DP, Yoat & Co. suspended with liabilities over 100000. San Francisco felt an earlier earthquake shock.
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Princiary Committee
Amsoneys
Greentmckers
North Carolina
New Jersey
Telaware
Blaine
Wisconsin
Washburne
Sherman
Grant
New Hampshire
Z. Yoat & Co
San Francisco
Grand Prize Company faces $10,000 uowardy after April bills
The Times-Review reports the Grand Prize Company will have about $10,000 in uowardy after settling April bills, nearly matching the stock board value of the entire property. A Military Company ball at Elko drew crowds in bright uniforms, with civilians outshone by attendees. George Sanderson, Virginia City lodging house operator, was found dead with a bullet wound to the head. his wife has been arrested for murder.
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Times-Review
Elko
Browlcloth
George Sanderson
Virginia City
Williomrmerne
W. I. Winters
Cornucopia
Baking Powder Rivalry Promises Better Results
An old advertisement extols Baking Powder as good as rivals with no alum unless desired, and claims Levy and Co's Ideal is superior. It asserts it will win a man’s favor with his partner every time.
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Levy & Co
Levy & Co Store Says It Sells Goods Cheap for Cash
Why do people shop at Levy & Co Every visitor is urged to buy cheap for cash. mhlt The Palace Saloon offers a free line and tench nightly. A D Williams delivers fresh bread from Carol Bakery twice daily five loaves for 25 cents to any town area.
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