Debt reduction seen as key in May treasury shift
The New York Tribune notes May 1880 debt reduction reached 15 958 083 87 amid rising import duties and heavy bond purchases. Cash in the treasury rose to 206 618 517 97 from 199 464 393 on May 1, while silver stock grows and gold reserves shrink. Sherman explains limits of silver accumulation as Conkling dominates Chicago convention discourse.
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Sherman
Congress
Treasury
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Hiolmans Holman on Democracy and Southern Control
The piece criticizes Judge Holman for claiming Democratic credit for resumption and warns his caucus would be steered by Southern interests. It argues a Democrat president would empower the South to seize treasury spigots, reviving old eras of plenty and political patronage.
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Treasury
Judge and caucus rule tested in critical campaign moment
The judge faces a pivotal choice in this campaign as party masters press him to align with the solid South. The question is whether he will join the caucus and obedience to Democratic power or resist and pursue an independent path. The piece questions whether this power dynamic will shape his decisions in the canvass.
Not a Dissenting Note on Garfield Nomination
Chicago Times notes broad Republican unity over James A. Garfield's nomination. The piece cites statements from Curtis Chandler Conkling Logan and Henderson all praising Garfield and finds no express dissatisfaction or distrust among major politicians or newspapers.
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William K. Chandler
Conkling
Logan
Henderson
nomination of James Sidney Hinton as Republican candidate
Evansville Tribune notes the nomination of James Sidney Hinton a colored man for the Legislature from Indianapolis. The writer says Hinton is intelligent and long resident in Indianapolis and predicts Democrats may vote for him as a colored Republican candidate, drawing support from rural districts.
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Evansville
James Sidney Hinton
Indianapolis
Hinton
Kentuckians Hired for Land Clearing in Indiana
A well vouched correspondent reports about sixty Kentuckians employed in Harrison township Blackford County Indiana to clear lands. The contract ends with the election, suggesting further similar contracts have been made and that operations to colonize Democratic voters from Kentucky have begun.
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Indianapolis Journal
Harrison Township
Blackford County
Indiana
Kentucky
No Stay at Homes Motto Amid Republican Unity
The New York Tribune reports there will be no stay at home voters this year and no protest, with the Republican party solid for a patriot scholar and gentleman and all feel it will be a privilege to work for the candidate.
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New York Tribune
A Democrat on Shanklin in Indiana
A New Albany Ledger-Standard critique denounces Shanklin as a poor officer and deceitful Democrat, urging Democrats to reject him. The piece portrays Shanklin as unreliable and counterfeit, calling for party renewal.
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New Albany Ledger-Standard
Indiana
Garfield's nomination and Arthur era legacy described
A historical obituary and political tribute traces Chester A. Arthur born 1630 in Vermont, his rise in law and politics, Civil War service, New York port collector tenure, and Garfield's presidential candidacy highlighted by public support, district majorities, and a strong GOP record.
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Cape Hatteras
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William M. Evarts
Lemmon
Saratoga
Morgan
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Washington
Grant
Hayes
Republican State Committee of
Garfield's Record Exalts a Citizen Leader
The Chicago Inter Ocean extols General Garfield from orphan boy to United States Senator and presidential nominee, praising his self made rise, soldier leadership, congressional respect, and enduring friendships. It notes a convention tribute by peers and soldiers who recall his courage at Chickamauga and his steady, broad heart.
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Wall Street
Financial World
James A Garfield Seen as Upright Leader in Public Life
A defense of James A Garfield portrays him as a bold, virtuous politician with unwavering integrity. The piece praises his sixteen years in the House, loyalty to Republican principles, and fair treatment of opponents while noting adversaries in the Democratic press will attack without proof.
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White House
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America
Indiana Dem convention woes at Indianapolis time
The New Albany Ledger-Standard criticizes the Democratic State Convention in Indianapolis on the 9th for failing the party. It cites Franklin Sanders as a bolter who secures the nomination to become governor, condemning his political history and alleged independents ties.
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New Albany Ledger-Standard
Landers
Indianapolis
Bolter
Indiana
Garfield’s career rise from tow-path boy to canal-boat man
The passage notes Garfield’s first promotion as a tow-path boy turning into a canal-boat man and predicts a future promotion from Senator to President, signaling a rise through public service.
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Garfield
Garfield Nominated for President Bridging Labor and Irish Ties
The piece surveys James A. Garfield and the Irish American support base amid campaign chatter. It notes Garfield's self made rise from farmer origins, various occupations, and public service roles. It compares Garfield with Lincoln and highlights Irish Republican clubs and political sentiment in Cleveland.
Garfield nomination means union for Republicans
The St. Louis Dispatch argues Garfield's nomination under current conditions is a great fortune for the Republican party. It contrasts Garfield with Grant Blaine Sherman and Edmunds, asserting Garfield would unite the party, secure full partisan support, and rally diverse factions behind Hayes.
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St. Louis Dispatch
Dem
Garfield
Grant
Blaine
Sherman
New York
Edmunds
Ohio
Hayes
Democratic Convention backs Hendricks for President
The Democratic State Convention resolved for Hendricks and urged its delegates to vote accordingly. Democratic papers rallied behind Seymour and Hendricks. Speculation rises whether the favorite son might accept a second place, despite earlier refusals.
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Hendricks
Seymour
Irish American Republicans Convention at Indianapolis
A national convention of Irish American Republicans will meet in Indianapolis on July 14 with more than 100 delegates from Pennsylvania. The meeting is expected to be a pivotal event in the campaign and to influence state politics significantly.
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Indianapolis
Pennsylvania
Tate
Garfield Nomination Sparks Unmatched Republican Enthusiasm
The nomination of Garfield arouses broad Republican excitement not seen since Lincoln era with every state energized and the momentum expected to continue through the election.
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Garfield
Lincoln
SryYMouR Declares No Candidacy Under Any Circumstance
The text reports that SryYMouR emphatically refuses any nomination or candidacy under any circumstances. It questions how Hendricks supporters will respond to the declared stance and ponders future actions by those associated with Hendricks.
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Sryymour
Hendricks
Siberia Prisons Flogged But Workloads Varied In Mines
The Times correspondent reports Siberian prisons are harsher in punishment than people fear yet work regimens vary. Silver and gold mines employ twelve hour days with six to seven in summer for miners, while coal mines run twelve hours. Flogging, using the troichatka, occurs at Kara Nicolaievsk and Saghalien with twenty to fifty strokes up to a hundred, sometimes nearly fatal.
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London ‘Times
Siberia
Siberian
Times
Commons
Kara
Nicolaievsk
Saghalien
The Cost Of Seats In A UK Parliament Race Orkney And Shetland
A historical note explains how occupying a county seat like Orkney and Shetland demands heavy spending on floating polls and travel. With about 1600 electors and two thirds voting, a candidate must raise substantial funds to secure 650 to 700 ballots. Steamers chartered from Newcastle are used to reach isolated island voters, creating a costly canvass for both leading contenders who often spend around 40000 dollars before the election ends.
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Shetland
Newcastle-on-the-Tyne
Anah
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