Reconstruction Era Electoral Clash Across the South
A late 19th century political piece cites Republican claims on federal control of elections, opposing Democratic plans for voting rights and government supervision. It quotes party leaders and editorials from the era, highlighting tensions over federal authority, constitutional power, and race-related electoral issues.
Presidentship bribery threat shocks North Carolina
A political pamphlet accuses the Republican National Committee and third party leaders of bribery to sway North Carolina voters for Harrison. It names Gideon Wilson Ford Nichols Harris Stroud and Otho Wilson as alleged figures in a conspiracy to deliver the state to Harrison, citing mail and public notices from the era. It also notes a Chatham Record report on Chicago World’s Fair dedication.
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Harrison
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North Carolina
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Congress
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People's Party
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People’s Party
Mr. Stroud
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Harris
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Nichols
Otho Wilson
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Chatham Record
Chicago
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Gideon's Band Evidence Declared Conclusive In North Carolina
The Canon-1cLE reveals a secret political society in the state. A Vance county official and other figures are cited in letters and vows about initiation and secrecy. The piece argues to alarm citizens against the Gideon movement and its alleged political aims ahead of a November election. It also notes a Supreme Court race between MacRae and Ball and accuses Gideon leaders of manipulating party politics.
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People’s Party
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Guthrie
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Union League Ball
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General Canby
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Vance County
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Buncombe
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