Hart seeks removal of a Republican to place Democrat in his own post
A noisy political quarrel unfolds over Hart’s push to remove Collector McCormick and many Republican subordinates, with mentions of Donnington pressing for Democrat placement and warnings about political retribution. The piece recounts editorials and letters from Wetzel and other papers and notes colorful insults and muttered plots in Washington and Wheeling. It cites a Philadelphia Chronicle-Herald squib on Garfield tariff views and includes comments about Gen Logan and local editorials, all framed as partisan contention surrounding officeholders and party control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartsid Donnington
McCormick
Intelligencer
Dantington
The
Sentinel
Camden
Kenna
McGraw
Washington
Collector McCormick
BeHart
Phila. Chronicle-Herald
Garfield
John A. Tuogan
Jiarrison
Chicago
Logan
Lorein
Wetzel
Gen
Martinsburg Independents
Fleet
Wheeling Intelligencer
Paget
West Virginia
Cowlen
Schofield
State Republican Committee
Hart
West Virginaa
Taft
Register
Tiger
Fellows
Hart's Party Switch Questioned in 1876 Chronicle Ties
The piece questions Hart's political alignment citing past charges of Democrat affiliation, his brief editor roles at the Chronicle, and alleged slanderous editorials against the Republican party. It notes Hart’s Philadelphia period, move to Wheeling, and purchase of a quarter interest in the Intelligencer with funds from Morgan L. Ott, his father-in-law, while others dispute motives and timing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltette
Arank
Philadelphia
The
Chronicle
Hetail
Republican Party
South
Hart
Wheeling
Ott
Wheeling Reuter
Lewis Baker
Register Office
Baker
Intelligencer
A. W. Campbell
Campbell
Morgan L. Ott
Willey
Register
Leading Republicans Speak On McCormick Attack
Letters from Newburg Keyser Kingwood Lewis County and other towns express strong Republican support for McCormick and condemnation of Hart Intelligencer editor. Several writers urge united action to stop the perceived abuse and defend McCormick against criticism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collector McCormick
Intelligencer
McCormick
Wheeling
Newburg
W. V
Dean Lin
Keyser
Hart
Republicana
SFT
Hyeen
Kingwood
Wheeling Intelligencer
Collect Acehijy
Lewis County
Mabormick
Son
Tau
Lf Hart
Terra Alta
Multa
Fremington
The
Intelligeneer
Monroe
Jure Merchats
West Union
Doddrider
Republican Check: Hart’s 1876 Republican critique in a cabinet saga
The article traces a Washington campaign doctrine defending Republican leaders and denouncing Democratic reforms since 1840. It cites Senator Sherman and Morton accusing cabinet officials, army and navy corruption, and Wagnerian abuses, while praising Republican defense of loyal service and attacking Hart’s attacks on McCormick and McGraw.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hart
Washington City
Sherman
Hater Morton
Morton
Army
Fce
Custom Navy
Bajycock
White House
Delano
Belknap
War Department
Navy
Williams
Department of
I Ica
Blaine
McCormick
Hart and Hart and Grant in West Virginia politics
A sprawling summary of editorials and letters from 1880s Maryland and West Virginia press. It covers Hart’s harsh attacks on Republican leaders including Conkling Grant and Logan, reactions from Martinsburg and Moorefield papers, and the 1885 National Encampment plans in Portland Maine. The piece notes Hart’s influence with the President and debates over patronage and district representation. It mentions McCormick, Bristow, Wilson, and various party figures in a charged political context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hart
Grant
Conkling
Chronicle-Herald
General Logan
Chicago
Balto Gazette
Logan
Wilson
Bristow
Pratt
West
Portland
Maine
Army of the V
Itimore
Maryland
Ingersoll Attacks Republicans Open Record in Baltimore Gazette
The speech by Col. Ingersoll denounces the Republican party’s record, accusing it of corruption and secrecy. He calls for readers to study the open record, cites the Freedman’s Bureau and Indian Ring scandals, and contrasts Democratic investigations with Republican concealment. The Baltimore Gazette and Daily Intelligencer publish related debate and commentary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parkersburg
Grafton
Fle
Dl Col. Ingersol
Balt Gozette
Hart
Teepulican Party
Vine
Miso
Cook Awinidtes
Shepherd Swindi
Republi
Orville Grant
Balto
Gazette
Ingerzolan
Republic
Will Esplington Ring
Isi
Ohio
James
Collectorship satire of McGraw and law tightrope walk
A fragmented poem mocks McGraw as limb of the law and target of political satire. It imagines him eyeing old rye and beer while McCormick is portrayed as pulling strings. The verse associates December’s end with a political sting and hints at downfall for rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McGraw
Johnny McGraw
McCormick
Johney
Ostrich Farming Prospects Highlighted by California Company
OCR reads like a partial report on ostrich farming prospects with references to California Ostrich Company, year counts, young birds under four, and hatchings. It notes potential profits from eggs and meat, mentions stock numbers and age groups, and hints at rising interest in large scale ostrich production.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neanibany-Af
Francisco
California Ostrich Company
Good Friday Holiday Bill Sparks Legislative Debate
A bill before the New York Legislature to make Good Friday a state holiday provokes strong reactions from church leaders. Supporters point to practical relief for workers and bankers, while opponents warn it could erode public observance and impose unwanted obligations on businesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Management of Orchards in Michigan Horticultural Guide
Condensed directions for apple orchard care by J. D. Hrieteil. Emphasizes annual cultivation, manure and leached manure, fertilizers, and soil enrichment. Recommends grass seeding, grazing by sheep and pigs, spacing, and seasonally timed manure and worm control to boost tree health and yield.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan Horticultural Report
J. D. Hrieteil
Orcharis
Stanford
Bearlh
Ranting Preacher and Public Speaking Mastery
A fragmented religious note questions why Moody Varley Needham and Hutson preach multiple times daily with apparent ease while others struggle publicly and privately. It extols public speaking mastery, asserts speakers gain ease and natural delivery, and contrasts strong preachers with those less prepared. A stray article on pottery quality from San Nadine County mentions Mississippi origins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moody, Varley
Needham, Hutson
Thers
Sewere Craely
Aricans
Wad Davies
Iniel Bes
Ann
Local notes and rumors from Punnytown area
A collage of small town chatter reports visitors and residents in Punnytowny Ai and nearby Wheeling. It notes Mr Traii confined to his room, Whiteles resigning as foreman, and plans for locating near home. A whisky theft at the new ranch called the Bats nest is recounted, with townsfolk denying involvement. Also advice and ads for tonics and dyspepsia remedies fill the page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Virginia
Ettermanster
John Traii
Berger
Whiteles
Telwoort
Dayvis
Meke White Sroggiin
Wheeling
Iris
Mish Chambers
Parkersburg
Batson
Arthur White
George Woolard
Fetterman
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Grafton Eagle
Eagle Company, © Baits and Provstelors
Hinday
Jefferson
Gen. Grant
Robert
Ngton
Balti’tte
Aylor
Taylor
Grand Army Republic
State Journal
Dunnington
Taylor County
Georgie Dunnington
Fairmont Index
Republican State Executive Committee
Georgie
Mason County
Moorfield
Moorefield
Keshire
Muneral
Tlardy
Pendelton
Dew
Bailiwick
Edmunds
Chandler
Rpt
Thomas Papper
Frew
Charles Burdette Hart
Dade Hart
Mart
Archie J
Lincoln
Dade
Phineas _'T. Barnim
Adam
Bennett
Imane
London
Les New York
K4are
Birdie Hart
Birdie
Republican Party of
Dude Hart
Clarkowncg
Arnette 9
Sannadine County
Cal
Fejdelig
Piitie
Oetne
Mississippi
Horndony Fairfax Co
Brown Chertical Go
Baltimore
Reece
Petzold
JA. Grant
Acker
Tabete
J. A. Grant
Hhat Acker
Gil
Li Allen
Viches A. Grant
Joan Acker
L. Allen
Childre
Eile
Dru
Ndigention, Juriey Chiles
Dannges
Katy
Weill
Detzold
Prop’s
Grafton Pump Works
Wes
Grafton, W. VA
P Tai
Bepcalbin
Beane
WM. Watkins
T. H. Long & Son
J. W. Hull
Gnarrox
W.va
Marx Oumear
DR. Hull
Equitable Life Associa’ Ty of
Wat
Virginia
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