Lawful money and the 1860s currency battle in politics
A heated critique of greenbacks and gold in the era's currency debate. It contrasts Pendleton and Vallandigham with Seymour, Blair, Grant, and Colfax, arguing for lawful money and peace while denouncing repudiation and the Democratic platform. It highlights taxation, bonds, and the fate of freedmen, praises Union veterans, and condemns carpetbaggers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Seymour
Vallandigham
Buchanan
TNE
Declaration of Principles from the National Republican Convention
The 1915 Chicago National Republican Convention adopts principles endorsing Reconstruction policies, equal suffrage for loyal Southern men, national debt repayment in good faith, taxation reform, reduced interest rates, strict economy, and peaceful reconciliation. It commends former rebels' loyalty, supports naturalized citizens rights, military veterans' obligations, and liberal immigration policy while stressing independence, honor, and the Declaration of Independence as the democratic foundation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Republican Party of the
United States
Chicago
Congress
South
Andrew Johnson
Trevic
Abratun Lincoln
Panaare
Schurz
Vallandigham Attacks Crippled Soldiers at Election
The article condemns Clement Vallandigham for visiting the Soldiers Home precinct and challenging the crippled voters in the recent election. It calls his act mean and contemptible and notes the reaction of disgust, while framing Democracy as strong and Vallandigham as its prophet.
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Vallandigham
Rebels at Democratic Convention Shape Tone and Votes
The Democratic Convention that nominated Seymour and Blair included 105 Rebel members: 20 generals 80 colonels 5 governors 10 congressmen and other officers. The piece argues many Democrats should oppose the nominee and consider voting for Grant and Colfax due to the rebels’ influence.
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Seymour
Blair
Look Well at Your Tickets! Republican Ticket Print Warning
A warning letter accuses Democrats of forging ballots by substituting Democrat electors for Republicans on the Ohio ticket. Voters are urged to compare tickets before voting as fraud is alleged. The text prints the Republican ticket for Ohio as reference.
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Ohio
Republican Address Urges Vote for Grant in 1868 Election
The Republican National Committee issues a New York address urging citizens to register on November 3 and vote for peace, harmony, and Grant. It accuses Democrats of intent to revoke Reconstruction, repudiate debt, and undermine the ballot, warning of fraud and violence in the South and urging loyal voters to rally for overwhelming support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
New York
Congress
Andrew Johnson
Legislative Department
Mr. Seymour
Blair
Union
President's finance letter draws in A J to save the case
A President letter on finances prompts A J to intervene with Seymour just as the case nears hopeless. He arrives like a rescuer but his instinct in this instance is weaker than that of rats.
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A. J
Seymour
Grant and Seymour in 1861 showdown judged by duty
A Civil War era column contrasts Ulysses S. Grant and Horatio Seymour. Grant fought for the Union while Seymour opposed its cause, urging loyalty to a disloyal party. The piece urges voters to back Grant and warns against Democratic divisions. It references the Louisiana Tigers and a purported August 4 draft riot plan. It notes Republican wins in West Virginia and urges turnout. It casts the World newspaper as influential in the party’s fate.
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Union
Seymour
Allen
Captain Grant
Yates
Grant
Boys
Blue
Vicksburg
Lower
Mississippi
New York
Louisiana Tigers
First Bull Run
Gettysburg
Lee
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Baltimore
Valandigham
Ohio
Horatio Seymour
Blair
D. Brick Pomeroy
Governors and elections span Indiana Kentucky plan and Alabama proclamation
A letter to Gov. Baker mocks a dual title Governor of Indiana and Kentucky and urges Congress to let Western states vote in Indiana to ease elections. Separately Alabama Gov. Smith issues an October election proclamation under a 1869 law, delaying all offices until November 1870 with incumbents to hold over.
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Baker
Wabash River
Indiana
Kentucky
Congress
Indianapolis Journal
Smith
Alabama
Rallying Call for Van Wert Republicans in Pleasant Township
The message urges Van Wert Republicans to vote early and mobilize in Pleasant township. It emphasizes that one vote from the township equals one fourth of the county and urges Union supporters to close shops and assist turnout. Voters are asked to cast ballots before noon then help bring in late voters.
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Pleasant Township
Court of Common Pleas of
van Wert
Ohio
Alex. R. Strother
Court of Othor Pleas
Thomas J. Richards
Common Pleas
van Vs. Wert County
Court of Common Pleas
van Wert County
ML. C. Glenn
Allim van
Rally Cry Calls Voters To Ballot Box In Banner Township
Banner township urges supporters to turn out for the upcoming contest on the 10th and 13th with a call to prevent fraud and deliver a strong report. The message stresses rallying every man to the ballot box.
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Banner
van Wert County
Unconquered Liberty Supports Union Line Push
A union loyalty telegram urges units to keep firing and advance the line on the 15th. It predicts a doubled majority with a well directed effort and calls for unity shoulder to shoulder in a strong fight.
Political rally chant praises gains and duty
The group claims the organization achieved a heavy gain and larger majority on the 15th. They pledge every man at his post to win another gain and increased majority on Tuesday. The call ends with Up with the stars and down with the traitors.
Election Era Rally Calls to Defend Votes and Stop Ballot Stuffing
Voices aligned with Forrest Hampton Vallandigham and Seymour dominate the township. The text urges supporters to resist, defeat oppositional forces, and arrest ballot-box stuffers while vowing to overturn the majority on the thirteenth.
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Forrest
Hampton
Vallandigham
Seymour
Rallying call to hold guard against fraud and boost Union vote
Between Mercer and Allen rebels, a speaker urges vigilance to detect fraud and preserve the Union. The speaker notes a previous 35 vote majority as praiseworthy but insists with Grant Colfax and Union preservation the fight can be won. calls for steady, hard work.
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Mercer
Allen
Grant
Colfax
Preservation of the Union
Voters urged to rally against new rebellion
An editor calls residents to unite on Tuesday to oppose the county of Mercer in Indiana and a local faction. The piece frames the vote as a chance to confront a growing rebellion and urges widespread support to push them back.
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Mercer
Indiana
Marching Along The Union Flag Raises Amid Fraud Crackdown
A rallying message urges supporters to vote Tuesday, condemn fraud, and keep the Union flag raised as the Copperhead influence fades after years of rebellion sentiments. The call to action emphasizes unity and anti fraud.
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Copperhead
Union
Brave crew urged to vote as residents in coming contest
A wartime style exhortation praises a gallant crew in Tully for holding their ground against the current on the 18th and urges John and all men to vote only if they are residents of the state and county. It calls for brave conduct in the upcoming contest to gladden comrades along the line.
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Free United States of America
Missouri
General Warner
Tammany Hall
Hampton
Beauregard
Forrest
Vallan- Gigham
Seymour
Mr. Seymour
Ewalth
Frank P. Blair
Broadhead
Ulysses Grant
Colfax
Tully
John
Ohio
Nancy E. Hammell
Court of Common Pleas of
Van
West County
William Hammell
California
Ney E. Hammell
Amber
Court of Common Pleas
van Wert
Willem Uammel
Rom
van Wer
Ohi
Nancy FB. Hammell
Crane
Darnec
Attys
Call to victory at Tuesday election
A political exhortation praises past Union gains and urges supporters to double the result on the upcoming Tuesday. The message emphasizes patriotism and collective effort and motivates voters to act promptly.
Washington township Republicans rally to hold line Tuesday
The Republicans of Washington township praise their efforts on the 13th ult and pledge to stand firm. They credit support from Lima and challenge opponents, urging continued vigilance and disciplined resolve for the upcoming Tuesday.
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Washington Township
Lima
Hidden pledge echoes support for Grant and Colfax
A fragment reflects rally spirit urging unity for Grant and Colfax with a strong majority. The text emphasizes steadfast Yorkers backing the ticket and calls for collective action and loyalty.
Hungarian War Theaters Show Bern and Russians Battle
The Hungarians enjoy new liberties and watch scenes from the 1848 1849 war in theaters. The popular production portrays General Bern leading a victory over Russians with thousands of soldiers on a grand circus stage. The flourish ends with a moral note about human goodness and the lamb inside the lion.
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Bern
Record of J H Rex Leaving the Democratic Party
J H Rex declares his switch from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party citing threats of violence and potential civil war as the main motive. He notes long party loyalty, rewards, and dangers, contrasting Reconstruction views and calling for separation from a party he feels risks national harm.
Mysterious disappearance of bridegroom in Tiffin
The Tiffin Tribune reports a young woman was to wed a local man, the feast prepared and guests gathered, but the groom vanished the night before and has not been heard from since, leaving the disappointed bride to ponder the lingering sad words.
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Tiffin Tribune
Quote from Grant Letter to Johnson August 1867
Republic motto lines the letter sent to President Johnson dated August 1867. General Ulysses S. Grant asserts that public will is the law of the land in this communications record.
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Grant
President Johnson
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Memphis
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Otto
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Raid County
Threreas
Helling
State of
Charles P. Richey
van Wert Co
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Calhoun
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