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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1880
Page
4
Wade Hampton urged Staunton voters to honor fallen patriots and uphold Democratic principles by voting. He called for remembrance of those who shed blood on Virginia soil and linked their sacrifice to the success of the Democratic ticket four years prior.
Hon E R Hawn touted as candidate for secretary of state weighs 320 pounds, a fact noted in circulation. The item emphasizes his size as reported by the paper.
Jack Jones, the present sheriff of Daviess County, has been renominated by the Republican party.
A question to readers about whether the committee dismisses any corrupt links between Mr Garfield and Credit Mobilier. The query implies the committee finds Garfield entirely in nocent of any connection and asks readers to weigh the claim.
Hawn, a jovial figure on the Republican State ticket, delivered a brisk rally address Friday. He reportedly startled Jim Patten, once a soldier and close companion, a reaction traced to their wartime camaraderie.
Commentary cites a Vincennes Commercial correspondence from August 11 to question Tom Cobb’s congressional bid. The Union and Democrat debate who holds authority for the claim and challenge the sourcing.
A grand temperance rally is set for next Saturday in Fairbanks Township. Rev. F. A. Friedly Mrs. Sallie C. Jackson M. E. Shiel and other temperance workers will speak. The writer suggests inviting brother Briggs to explain the democratic platform's stance on no sumptuary laws.
A county official, known for stating where there is smoke there is fire, questions Garfield and the Credit Mobilier matter. He recalls past party accusations including a watch dispute when he ran for office. He asks if he should be judged by the same rule.
The writer seeks a clear definition of no sumptuary laws from the Democrat platform, noting a discrepancy with Webster's definition. The request emphasizes the need for precise explanation beyond dictionary sense and points to ongoing confusion between party stance and common usage.
The piece denounces a Democrat article alleging Mr. Porter met a “gentleman of Irish descent” at Terre Haute house and failed to recognize him later. It calls the accusation a dirty lie for electioneering, praises Porter’s character, and scorns theDemocrat’s tactics and past candidacy.
In a pointed letter the writer grills about county bonds past Sullivan county governance. He asks who ran county affairs, which party held power, and who profited from bond dealings across a supposed treasury, dealers, and redeemers. He seeks names of Republicans involved.
County Republicans declare twenty years of poster defacement must stop and pledge to fix responsibility. They speak for themselves and say guilty parties should prepare for consequences.
At the Columbus week reunion a division of 1333 ex soldiers voted for president. Garfield received 1332 votes while Hancock got 1 vote. The result reflects a near unanimous support for Garfield among the attendees.
A large Republican crowd welcomed Porter at Porte Br with Col Wolfe and Dr Hawn. Porter spoke for about two hours praising the party’s work while Democrats listened, saying it was one of the best speeches heard. The parade featured guards, a grand wagon with 38 states represented, and a large turnout despite rainy weather.
An account describes a Porter meeting with earnest speeches by Col Wolfe Dr Hawk and Dr Braden, a torchlight procession and a record fireworks show that dazzled Sullivan. Attendees include Geo G Riley and numerous voters as Republicans celebrate.
Friday night Miss Patten of Jackson was thrown from a wagon while watching the palace. She was found insensible, treated by Dr. Hinkle, cared for by J C McClanahan, and returned home Monday with injuries not serious but painful.
The Carlisle Garfield and Arthur club meets every Tuesday evening with Wm. Herron presiding and John W. Speake serving as secretary. The closing quarterly meeting fo is noted, signaling a planned conclusion to the current term.
Aug 11 80 Pleasantville notes Mrs Paxton in a private letter from her brother Captain Frank O'Traver once of Carlisle now in Murphyshoro Illinois. He details political shifts toward Republican views, criticizes the South and Sinns of corruption, and contemplates returning to Sullivan to influence October elections. Willie Paxton is mentioned.
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