New York Electoral Reform Bill Divides Parties
Washington dispatch reports mixed views on a New York Legislature bill changing how Presidential Electors are chosen. Some fear it could shift momentum to Republicans and hurt Democrats elsewhere, while others defend state autonomy and potential gains for Thurman’s prospects if Ohio aligns.
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Specie Loss in European Banks Shrinks Global Gold Reserves
The Boston Herald reports January 16 on changes in European bank specie reserves since August 1 1879. It notes total losses of 91 247 760 across the Bank of England and Bank of France, yet the five great state banks ended 1879 with 13 536 005 more in specie than they began, a one point eight percent rise, while Germany Belgium and the Netherlands gained. Colton quotes a critic on fraud and belief.
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Public reflections on honesty and patronage in politics
General Grant discusses honesty in public life, patronage, and civil service reform. He critiques reformers, praises Congress and party continuity, and weighs presidential appointments and the 1876 canvass with views on Blaine Morton Conkling Washburne Logan and Fish. He recalls Greeley and England indirect claims in the Alabama arbitration.
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Indianapolis Democrats Nominate Two Colored Men
Last spring Democrats in Indianapolis named two colored men to their city ticket to win black votes. The move failed and may explain their current opposition to negro immigration.
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