Democratic State Convention Erie Septem ber 5th urged
In Harrisburg on March 4 1875 the Democratic State Committee adopted a resolution to hold the next Democratic State Convention in Erie on September 5 to nominate candidates for Governor and State Treasurer. The plan calls for one delegate per Senate and House member. The piece contrasts this with Republican actions in Lancaster and critiques Gov Hartranft and Treasurer Rawle, urging Democrats to organize to win.
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Democratic State Committee
Harrisburg
Erie
Senate
House of Representatives
John Miller
Cameron
Republican Party
Lancaster
J. ¥. Wartrant
Henry Rawle
G. W. Allen
Fle
W.s. McMullin
Simon
Tiartranft
Rawle
Hartranft
Charles Rt. Buckalew
J. F. Hartranft
Tilden
New York
William Allen
Ohio
Keystone
Tartranft
Simon Cameron
Politics in Pennsylvania: Beecher scandal and Third Term debate
The Commonwealth remarks on the Lancaster Republican convention and Hartranft, urges end to Beecher disclosures, and calls for shifting to a fresh Third Term debate. It critiques party decay, praises and condemns leaders, and predicts Grant’s resentments and national impact. The piece also mocks Bowen disclosures and ends urging a new theme.
Third Term Debate Casts Shadow Over Grant
The piece recounts how some republicans and the New York Times suggested a third term for Grant might have support through patronage and private talks, while others insist Grant will not seek renomination unless a favorable chance arises. It contrasts public clamor with Grant’s stated position that he would only run if the odds are right.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Times
Washington
Grant
North
Congress
Grant on Third Term Declination and Party Unity
The 1875 letter from Ulysses S. Grant to Pennsylvania Republicans defends against third term talk. He states he never sought a second or third nomination, favors constitutional amendment to set term limits, and praises the convention’s harmony. The Lancaster Farmer notes Democrats’ ire over the anti third term resolution and frames Grant as eager for a third term to prove popularity.
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Executive Mansion
Washington
Republican Party
Congress
Republic
Cates
U.S. Grant
Harry White
Pennsylvania
Grant
Tarry White
Vermer
President Grant Sees Unfamiliar Attention on Pennsylvania Ave
A Washington Star brief notes President Grant in Pennsylvania Avenue near Fifteenth Street when two women recognize him. One woman hands him an envelope seeking a job, and he pockets it, apologizes briefly, then continues. The item moves to a weather and fire note, remarking on a gentle rain aiding drought-stricken grass and recent forest fires. It ends with a reflection that modern civilization hasn’t greatly reduced fire dangers despite steam engines and water works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Star
Grant
Pennsylvania Avenue
Fifteenth Street
U. S. Grant
Treasury
Independent voters and a peculiar gun in Pittsburgh Post
The piece compares independent voters to a peculiar gun that hits a deer but misses a calf, arguing independents distrust both parties. It urges weighing Radical Republicanism against Democratic goals, predicts a political revolution to purge the system, and notes Grant’s uncertain stance and the search for a rising sun.
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Republican Party
Democratic Party
Washington
Soto
Grant
Pittsburgh Post
Kiwgers Pay and Fees in Beecher Scandal Detailed
The article outlines payments and fees in the Beecher scandal case, naming Pallerton paid by Moulton in Proctor, Beach’s $1000 retainer rising with time, a rumored $2000 additional from a woman friend of Tilton, Pryor’s unclear fee, Morris aiding the defense, and large sums paid to Evarts and Shearman. It notes substantial trial costs borne by Plymouth Church members and Beecher’s readiness to mortgage earnings to cover expenses.
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Kiwgers
Pallerton
Moulton
Proctor
Beecher
Beach
Tilton
Pryor
Morris
Thomas Shearman
Evarts
Porter
Shearmoan
Tracy
Lee
Vrymowth Church
Patric Keady
Shearming
Plymouth Church
Potato Bugs and Paris Green Practical Farmer Letter
A Pennsylvania farmer shares a Paris Green and water spray method to combat potato bugs. He describes mixing Paris Green with water in barrels, applying to eight acres of Peerless potatoes, and observing many bugs killed within 24 hours. He notes dry weather affected results and cites a yield of about 100 bushels per acre. J B Esq Harrisburg Pa.
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Practical Farmer
Paris Green
J.B. Esq
Harrisburg, Pa
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R. W. Mackey
Rawlewis Mande
Hartrauft
Mr. Strang
Mr. Rawle
Pannsylvania
Commonwealth
Beecher-Tilton
Evarte
Bat
Henry
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Plymouth
Kansas
President Grant
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Park Row
GEC
P. Rowell & CO
Geo. Stinson & Co
Portlanda
Maine
P.O. Vickery & CO
Augusta
Dunham, MacDonald & CO
D. W. and
P. Ry. Devot
Warren, PA
Thave
Warren
Tala
McDaniels
Ijunesitt
Archibald Rind
Lonewnnygoe
Warren County
Noeliwe
R, Brown
Eacentor
MUI
Jacensy
R. Mw
Sud Diy
Te Wits Tavern
John Alain
Columbus
M. ¥. Gorry
Shefield Township
A. Corey
Fry & E
Crosby
Proby’s
Muay Ty
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Citizens’ National
Citizens’ Savings Bank
A. Wise
Myron Waters
H. B. Crowell
P. Johnson
GN ParMey
M Wares
F. Henry
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J. BR. Craan
B. Enoree
Cive
Junction House
Orrosore
Deror
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Parmice & Henry
Gade Townelup
Lessler
Glade
G. Grindley
Mutual Lie Insurance CO
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Etter
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Brandia
Ollce
Somers
Water Street
B.D. Bartlett
DB. Bartlett & Co
J. D. Bartlett & Son
Bartlets
Fourth Ave
Pittsburgh
Thorndersigned
Ato Fall’s
New Brick Bidding
Keystone Glock
WM. Peoples
Webster St
Graham Alley
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van Yren
Ji Jun
Morgan
ME J. 2
Loucks
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Akade
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Sele
Borel & Courreaier
F. Sayne
Leon Sichel
J. F. Wells & So
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Hoffman & Clark
Water St
Pealer
Second Street
First National Bank
Morcer & Shultz
York
Clari
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D. FP. Andersen
Udlow Mouse
D. & McNurr Monett & Son
Harness Shop
Sutro’s
Brick Brock
Second St
Wanrran, Pa
Wanrren
Sextus Keller
George Scott
H. A. Jamieson
Champion Timmer
Tram
C. D. Olmstead
Hill& Sven
Chapmerry
Dioek
Habibi
Hale’s
Pickett
Alsa
BURR
Couners
Leberlias
Americoin
Waleel
Isc
Ordess
GSU
Mile
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Oscar Isly
Tanner Liense
Boots and &Hoes
Third Street
Jiaeli
Morocco
Saetain Genan
Nak
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Lesser
J C Lesser
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Pittsburg
Seller
Sellers & Co
Johnson
Hans
Watson & Davis
Kennedy d& Menidan
Offerle & Son
Old Exchange
Pinlade Gruber
Hilip Bysekel
Himses
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