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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1880
Page
3
The Indianapolis Journal lists Republican candidates and favored mentions for Indiana state offices. It notes many names across governor secretary of state auditor treasurer superintendent and supreme court roles, arguing the slate shows strength and a likely successful ticket if chosen.
The Chicago Journal reports Maine Republicans chose delegates by caucus to the Chicago Convention and endorsed Blaine. It contrasts Blaine’s strong standing with Tilden’s unpopularity, forecasting a tough nomination battle in Cincinnati and a high-stakes fight over delegate selection.
Col R G Ingersoll lauds soldiers who fought for freedom and honors living and dead. He evokes national struggle, dead heroes, and families parting as troops march under the flag amid drums and bugles. He urges remembrance and fidelity to the Republican cause.
The article notes the waning Greenback movement with two rival conventions in St Louis and Chicago as unions chair Hugo Preyer leads the National Union Greenback party. It argues the currency issue is settled, praises Greenback restraint, and predicts a return of sincere Greenbackers to their former allegiance.
The text advocates a robust federal government to secure equal privileges for all citizens regardless of race, prevent Democratic theft of states, suppress rifle clubs and mob actions, honor creditors, and ensure fair elections. It asserts the nation demands strength and that rebels will be forced to bow to it.
The Indiana General Assembly and late law submit seven amendments numbered 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 to voters in April 1880. Proposals cover residence requirements and fair elections economic cost of elections and court system reforms.
The text argues a constitutional cap at two percent of assessed value for municipal debt, with wartime exceptions via petition of property owners. It alleges past plunder by towns and touts reform, urging adoption by a strong statewide majority and citing bipartisan support from Republicans and disciplined Democrats.
The editorial argues that across Pennsylvania New York Illinois and Indiana the public resists General Grant’s nomination. It cites delegates chosen to bind as weak and says voters oppose him, predicting a political defeat and a clear expression of party sentiment against Grant. The conclusion denies Grant as the Republican idol and asks who will dispute this outcome.
The Boston Herald argues the third term idea poses no danger to liberties and notes many voters fear Cesarism. It objects to the Grant movement as a selfish effort and a senseless panic despite opposition from some voters.
The passage cites James Russell Lowell’s early stance on a foreign mission, using lines from The Biglow Papers to illustrate his former opinions. The excerpt frames Lowell as holding a significant view on international affairs prior to his current prominent role.
A reflective line on mercy and human kindness urging generous treatment over harsh judgment. It contemplates compassionate action as essential to moral conduct and social harmony.
Worcester Spy reports evidence before a legislative committee on a Maine senatorial vote in Lincoln and Somerville. A forged Somerville return swapped 72 votes from Andrew G Smith to Andrew A R Smith, altering Hodson’s margin and implicating state officials in a wide fraud.
A Kentucky immigrant party reached Greencastle and claimed Governor Kentucky funded sixteen travelers to Putnam and Montgomery counties Indiana. Voorhees plans no probe while Democrats mock labor demand and declare Indiana crowded beyond its 35 000 square miles.
The passage notes nearly 300000 people are now employed on the railways of Great Britain and Ireland. It argues the industry is under fifty-five years old and, assuming similar staff per mileage, implies about 1500000 railway workers would be needed in the country.
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