This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1880
Page
4
The president emphasizes service to both the party and the nation, arguing that true leadership blends party loyalty with commitment to the country's welfare. He calls for unity, duty, and public service as guiding principles.
The senator is slated to deliver three speeches in Indiana this week, including a stop in Terre Haute, outlining policy priorities and regional concerns.
The Hudson river tunnel under construction between New York and Jersey City collapsed last Wednesday morning. About thirty workers died and many more injured in the disaster.
The question contrasts Democratic calls to forget past actions with Republican push for public scrutiny of their records. It suggests parties seek to shape narrative by spotlighting or concealing history, prompting debate over transparency and memory in political accountability.
A reader asks what the Democratic platform’s second section means when it declares No sumptuary laws. The inquiry is directed to the editor and the late president of the Sullivan temperance society for explanation.
A political commentator accuses Democrats of using their charges against General Garfield to distract the public and hide the party’s own corrupt history. The piece frames the debate as a strategic smear campaign rather than a substantive inquiry.
The speaker contrasts the Republican party’s rise with the Democratic party’s appeal to past history and future promises, arguing the GOP bases its claim on history while the Democrats seek power on hopeful pledges.
G R Has Jr of Terre Haute releases Vigo delegates from their May convention instructions to vote for him for prosecutor and states he is willing to face the judicial convention and take his chances.
A cautious citizen dismisses the charges as ridiculous and notes many in the group peddling them have no belief in their truth. The statement argues that seasoned critics doubt the accusations and see them as political theater.
A local notice notes a Democrat issued a supplement containing advertisements and portions of both party platforms. The article questions why the full Republican preamble was omitted and asks the Democrat to publish it in full.
A party leaders’ assembly in Indianapolis debated tactics after a controversial Supreme Court decision on constitutional amendments. They ultimately chose to stay silent, hoping Democratic readers miss the turnabout. The piece also notes a correction from J R Doolittle disputing a misattributed remark to Justice Swayne regarding the DeGolyer case.
A Democrat is accused of evasive replies on moral questions, then criticized for supporting a man who benefited from the salary grab. The piece contrasts his actions with Garfield who opposed it in committee and protested its passage as a rider to avert an extra session.
The piece recalls a New York Tribune blast on Garfield and others for betraying the people and evading truth. It notes the call to remand the matter to the people and counters that Garfield has since served in Congress, a lasting vindication of his conduct.
Democratic papers publish portions of the Poland committee report claiming General Garfield received 329 dollars. They insist on the finding but fail to publish or mention the committee’s exoneration of Garfield from corrupt acts or intentions.
Democrats seize on dismissal of General Arthur by the President as proof of political pressure. No charges were sustained against Arthur. he was removed for refusing to obey the President's civil service order.
The piece accuses Hancock Democrats of hypocrisy on currency and credit, claiming they once denounced Greenbacks and opposed Republicans’ measures then later supported them. It argues they opposed emancipation and reconstruction, resisted resumption, and backed military leaders differently across eras, ending with a quip about consistency.
Four years ago Franklin Landers accepted the Greenback nomination for governor. He sought Democratic endorsement and was refused. He then declined the Greenback nomination in a letter praising Independents while criticizing Democratic platform. The commentary labels the move an insult to both Greenbackers and Democrats.
A strong effort by leaders to remove Landers from the ticket gains momentum as backers claim he is weighed and found wanting. They estimate he will need about 10,000 votes to win this fall.
Senator Hoar denounces fraud in the ballot, recalling 1868 naturalization papers and previous political battles. He argues the free ballot is the key issue, cites incidents from Louisiana, Vicksburg, and Maine, and criticizes politicians who divert attention from voting rights.
Saturday evening August 7 Republicans of Jackson plan a meeting in Pittsburgh with noted speakers. W S Maple will address the Narrows schoolhouse Fairbanks township on Saturday July 31 urging turnout. Also promotes Ayers Hair Vic ar promising hair restoration and scalp benefits with no oil or dye, plus patent advice from C E Foster in Washington.
A claim promotes Dr Crumpton s Strawberry Balsam as a soothing cure for irritated stomach and bowel mucosa from diarrhea and dysentery. It also advertises Electro Voltaic Belts from the Voltaic Belt Co Marshall Michigan offered on a 30 day trial with guaranteed speedy cures.
Advertisement claims Dr Wistar’s Balsam of Wild Cherry cures consumption and many illnesses after doctors advised no hope. Promises quick relief for coughs and colds.
An advertisement urges mothers to stock Dr Crumpton's Strawberry Balsam as a gentle fruit remedy for dysentery diarrhoea cholera morbus summer complaints and related bowels pains with claims of quick cures and lifesaving results in emergencies.
Dr Guysett's Yellow Dock and Sarsaparilla promises to purify blood and strengthen the body. It claims to aid liver and urinary troubles and improve mental health, asserting rapid, safe results.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.