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Newspaper
Sullivan Union
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1880
Page
4
Wade Hampton urges Staunton voters to honor Lee and Jackson by voting Democratic. He invokes their principles and the life blood shed for Virginia, stressing that the fate of the Democratic ticket rests on the ballot.
Landers defies Democrats to prove a single instance of a Democrat blocked from voting by armed troops. He declares that when General Hancock is elected he will restore the government to its pre Republican era.
A political statement asserts that backing Hancock equates to support for free trade and pauper labor strategies. The remark frames Hancock as advancing controversial economic policies and worker conditions.
The message claims supporting Hancock would disfranchise the freedmen of the South, framing the election as a contest over civil rights and racial equality during Reconstruction. The assertion presents Hancock as opposing Black suffrage and political participation.
A concise political note links the candidate iancock to the so called Alabama plan, framing the vote as support for a specific policy approach associated with that name. The statement signals a targeted policy alignment without detailing implementation or broader platform.
A remark framing Landers as aligned with the Solid South dominates the political discourse in this brief opinion snippet.
A brief item argues that free trade damages the laboring class by lowering wages and reducing job security, urging readers to consider how international competition harms workers' interests and living standards.
The excerpt argues that free trade undermines domestic manufacturing by weakening American industrial interests and harming national economic strength, signaling a longstanding debate over protection versus openness in the economy.
A concise exploration arguing for a superior financial system rooted in efficiency fairness and global adoption. It highlights long term growth stable inflation control and inclusive access while noting challenges in implementation and political will.
The passage criticizes a Democratic Supreme Court overturning constitutional amendments approved by 17 000 to 50 000 votes and denies a rehearing, urging Indiana voters in October to rebuke the court and defend the will of the people.
The New Albany Ledger-Standard quotes readers and editors harshly criticizing Landers in joint debates with Porter. It claims Landers floundered, butchered English, and humiliated Democrats while Porter appeared stronger. The piece argues Landers should stop demanding more debates.
The New York Sun cites a signed Staunton certificate from Archibald G. Stuart H. C. Tinsley A. C. Gordon and Hugh F. Lyle affirming a Valley Virginian report that General Wade Hampton spoke at Staunton on July 26 containing sentiments that alarm the Northern mind and could influence Virginia voters. The signees are Staunton leaders and Democrats.
Senator Conkling will address Ter re Haute next Wednesday October 6. The meeting is expected to be one of the largest political gatherings in the city.
Judge Gunn delivered a forceful speech at Shelburn Saturday night with frequent laughter and strong applause from the audience. A few critics outside yelled Hancock, but the crowd ignored them. Afterward J. C. Albert Greenback candidate for Congress spoke briefly and the Merom Garfield guards plan a grand procession next Saturday as the canvass heats up for a strong report.
Hons E Callahan of Al and Geo W Buff speak in Pittsburg Jackson township Friday October 1 at 1 pm and Shelburn that night. Sullivan Guards Shelburn and Farmersburg Glee Clubs attend both meetings. Fireworks follow. W S Maple speaks at Parks School Cass township September 30 at 7 4 pm. Col Hill recalls joining the rebel army opposing secession and facing ostracism for his views.
Mary Eaton widow of William Eaton died at 81 from heart disease at her son-in-law James Allen’s home. The piece highlights political speeches by Col EK N Hill in Arkansas and Democratic activity in Liberty Indiana with Frank Landers and General Morgan, noting anti-minister rhetoric and alleged anti Negro immigration claims, and mentions Garfield supporters and torchlight plans.
The Mercm area Republicans held a large county demonstration last Thursday featuring a 150 foot tall nose display dressed in flags. Speeches by Ton E Callahan from Ill and Col E N Hill from Arkansas followed, with a torchlight procession and fireworks. The event was orderly with high enthusiasm and no intoxication. The Merom correspondent did not appear this week as expected.
A 1880 notice urges Republicans to attend a rally with speakers including Senator Windom Col Cavins and EK Callahan. It calls for cross party turnout, Greenback and Democratic neighbors to hear the gold en truth and currency debate. Glee clubs and torch bearing “the boys” in red shirts to march to Union music as Sullivan county prepares. Please mark Saturday October 2, 1880.
Frank Landers denounces ministers as a profession amid a heated political clash with the democracy. An observer notes harsh words from the party against clergy, alleging a majority of preachers align with the Republicans and spark Democratic anger.
Advancing years and illness cause gray hair and shedding. Ayer’s Hair Vigor claims to restore faded or gray hair to brown or black, cleanse the scalp, stop dandruff, and stimulate new growth where follicles remain. It is described as harmless, dye free, long lasting, and suitable for weak or sickly hair.
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