Blaine and the 1880 Republican nomination map
The N S World analyzes Republican prospects for the presidential race noting Blaine as the strongest figure with a loyal following and chivalrous image. It weighs rivals like Edmunds Logan Sherman Arthur and Cornell as potential partners, outlining a path where Blaine could win the nomination or secure the vice presidency depending on convention outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blaine
Jim
George F. Edmunds
Bayard
Robert Lincoln
John Logan
Llingis
Ben Harrison
Indiana
Foster
Garfield
John Sherman
Barkis
John
Foraker
General Sherman
Arthur
Lincoln
Harrison
Hresham
A. B. Cornell
Corne'l
Cornell
N. S. World
New York Democratic Platform Endorsed At State Convention
The New York Democratic platform reaffirms prior pledges, lauds reforms, and notes reduced taxes, a strengthened civil service, primaries freedom, and local self-government. It praises Governor Cleveland's administration and invites reform-minded rivals to join in expanding State services. The article also recounts a 1853 Lockport choir incident and mentions the arrival of four white camels sent to Baltimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Democracy of
Peerce
National Guard
Bureau of Labor Statistics
Democratic Party
Cleveland
Ging Humbert
Garrett
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Independence
Baltimore
Druid Hill Park
The Southern Question in 1883 and the Political Gun
A pointed 1883 commentary argues the Southern question is peaceful and settled with non interference, warning Republicans will still invoke race issues in campaigns. It notes fewer political killings in Louisiana after Reconstruction ended and critiques the ongoing use of the “Southern outrage” narrative to sustain electoral tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Hayes
Massachusetts
Eliza Pinkston & Co
New Orleans
South
Potomac
Rio Grande
Ohio
Gulf
Faye Aer
Death of a Child From Hydrophobia After Dog Bite
A nine year old girl bitten by a dog developed hydrophobia and rabies symptoms. She endured fever, tetanus-like spasms, photophobia, and paralysis before succumbing after nine weeks of illness. Dr. Abel attended as the disease progressed, with the child showing extreme fear of water and eventual death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paulir
F .Eral
J. F. Abel
Execution of Sam McDonald in Fort Wayne for murder
Samuel McDonald was executed in the Fort Wayne jail inclosure for the murder of Louis Laurend of Arcola. The 28 year wait ended with a 1:20 pm procession, priestly visits, and a firm ascent to the scaffold. Over 10,000 locals crowded Calhoun street as the crowd watched the drop and the life end. McDonald spoke only that he hoped for forgiveness before the black hood and the fatal fall. The body was taken to Arcola for burial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam McDonald
Fort Wayne
Ind
Louis Laurend
Arcola
Fort Wayne, Inc
Samuel McDonald
McDonald
Fathers Brammer and
Hartman
Catholic Church
Schiefer
Sheri Doyle
Brammer
Shiefer
Calhoun Street
Lake Townships
Counterfeit Postal Notes In Circulation At Indianapolis
In Indianapolis on October 9 a discovery showed counterfeit postal notes circulating in the city. Four or five bogus notes were redeemed at the post office before detection. Each note demanded 4.90 and claimed to be issued at Youngstown. The postmaster named is E R Mills, with George R. Williams as the local postmaster. The notes used genuine paper, likely stolen from the department or another post office, with the name of the issuing office erased and Youngstown, Ohio printed on the face.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Youngstown
E. R. Mills
George R. Williams
Ohio
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New York Democratic Platform
Mary Place
Buffalo Courier
Africa
Boston Herald
Portland
Oregon
Ore
Gre
Boston Post
Perrible Girl
Carcaco
al Reph
L Via
God
Chicago
Boston
Dickinson
Dickinson County
Moline
Weir
Berry Bros
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