Nothing But Turmoil in the Republican Ring
An 1874 county political column reports turmoil in the Republican Ring as nominations wobble and factions clash over a People’s Convention. The piece centers on Colonel Watson’s candidacy for Congress, misgivings about the Ring, and probable shifts in the Senate and Congressional map.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonel Watson
Congress
Freehold
Warner
Allen
San
Curtis
Mr. Curtis
Col. Watson
Coment
Oppression Policy and Grant’s Pet Plunderers Exploiting Press
A partisan critique attacks Ulysses S Grant's administration as oppressive, accusing it of fraud in public legislation, press enslavement, and exploitation by rings in Washington. It catalogs alleged abuses, comparing to historic opression and predicting revolt, then shifts to Arkansas rumors of renewed civil strife and judges aligned with Brooks. It ends by criticizing Grant's pay, duties, and lifetime record as president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Grant
City of Washington
Washington
Chatt
Utah
Arkansas
Louisiana
South Carolina
Poland
Ireland
Ibis
Philip
Moltand
England
Treland
Philadelphia Commonwealth
Supreme Court
Brooks
Oliver
Little Rock
Pennsylvania election shift and reform outlook in 1874
The piece urges Pennsylvania elections move to November, arguing exterritorial influence of October ballots harmed local democracy. It condemns Philadelphia corruption, ringdom, and corporate mismanagement, warning reform Democrats and disgusted Republicans to mobilize for a November contest to rescue the state and Centennial project. It ends with a satirical Sherman quote on Indian policy and a critique of costly Italian policy lessons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Democracy
Party of
Reform
Washington
Philadelphia
Mls
Susquehanna
Lake Mine
Alleghenies
Pittsbutal
Tle
Utter
Ibsolie
Ring m
Party of Reform
Sherman
Indian Bureau
Minnesota
Texas
Political Opinions and Upcoming Elections in The Sun
The Sun signals its Democratic stance for the presidential race and discusses favored opponents Pharisin Hendricks or Liuditias. It notes possible resignation of Wilson with Carpenter as successor and predicts a Democratic House. It reports New York Liberals naming a separate state convention and Schurz declining reelection to the Senate. It ends noting The Liberty office handles all job printing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Envi
Wilson
House of Representatives
Senate
Sun
Grant
New York State
Albany
Debate on money in politics and public service honesty
In 19th century rhetoric, claims of political favoritism taint candidacy as a misuse of money. The piece argues offices are a people's gift, condemns fund solicitation, and urges unbiased voter choice. It notes Grant near end of presidency and Wilson’s health, with Hugh Jewett elected railroad president and praise for Watson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irie Railroad
New York
Hugh J. Jewett
Mr. Watson
Fire in Oshkosh Destroys Million and a Half in Property
A Tuesday evening blaze in Oshkosh, Wisconsin destroyed property valued at about 1.5 million dollars. The report notes large political shifts in Massachusetts, with the Boston Advertiser urging Republican discipline by defeat and criticizing liquor laws, government appointments, and national policy. It predicts Butler’s weakened political standing amid national issues and Southern states’ policies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh
Wis
Massachusetts
Boston
Vidvertiser
Relis cAlony
Washington
Advertiser
Butler
No Quinine or Poisons Fever and Ague Cure
An advertised remedy claims to cure fever and ague without quinine or poisons. It purifies blood and liver, prevents chills from returning, and is sold by J. F. Wells & Co. in Warren, Pennsylvania.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Wells & Co
Warren
Moon Inhabited, Observers Claim Grand Discovery
The National Observatory reported a night in April when the moon's surface appeared to show a terrestrial landscape with cities and rivers through a powerful telescope. Observers claimed beings inhabit the Moon, prompting a rush of scientists and tickets for public viewing to be issued as inquiries continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington City Gazette
National Observatory
Tim
Hiti
Atluss
Ile
Cvoffin
Seciecy
Cambridge
Mass
St. Stephen’s College
Avondale
Publc
Eigmans
Schbinnarr
Twenty-ninth Street
Exemption Law Becomes Effective July 14 in New York
A new state law voids waivers of property exemption rights for residents who head a family, effective July 14. It excludes pre July 4 arrangements and real estate purchases, with an exception for certain inquisition or condemnation waivers. Theodore Tilton commits to a full, detailed statement within a week or ten days. Mrs Tilton has testified and separated from her husband, resisting Beecher. Plymouth church committee will not compromise. South Carolina crop data show cotton decline in many counties but grain area and prospects improve. fertilizer use down 27 percent. labor costs steady with uptrend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Theodore Tilton
Plymouth
Beecher
Brooklyn
Friends of
al. Beecher
Dilton
South Carolina
SEO
Astro SA
Also Mentioned on This Page
Warren Ledger
Anly
Grank
The
New York Sun Democratic
Pharisin
Ohio
Hendricks
Liuditias
Weneralliv
Pinfuss
Bienne
Shepherd
Abr
Dana
New York Sun
Ten
Carl Schurz
United States Senate
Missouri
New York City
Limemr
Greeley
Michigan
From &T
A. Lgw
AMD
Pinruis
Gaand Rapids
Mich
Florence
Ouyeig
Florence & AL Co, Florence, Mess
Or & BL
Cain & Co
Pittsburgh
Miaison
Wivelin Pi
Wanderion
Mandrake
Sethés
Domastics
Alco
Ladees
Aml
Aypnw
Han & Go
Tlowavil Sc
Thultitmore
Alan & i Park
Gigar
Kropp
Dn Warren and Vicinity, Manufactory
Cor. High
Truk Sis
Wren, Pa
Gos, Wood and Latilt Yard
Snyder & Wood
Methorist Church
Warren, PA
JAS. Clark, Jr. & Co
Asea
Greenland Brothers
Keystone Block
Wakefield
WELLS
Teendrick
Strockk
Warren County
Lonsdale
Parmlem & Henry
Laibes
Shunburg
Boston Comfort
Marseilles
Marseil
A. Wise
Keystone
Wise's Cheap Clothing Store
Sam
Scrip Clothing Store
Bripan
Cee
Carver
Corner
Lts
Myron Waters
W. It Crowell
Vam
P. Johnson
Tim Parsons
M. Warnnes
F. Jismy
Ila Jamieson
Teerraxs
David McEutry
J. BR. Crags
U. B. Evonep
Wilson Bowdish
Farmington
Rovey
Lorenzo Pereson
R. Lander
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