Warren County Democratic Delegates Named for County Convention
The Warren County Democratic voters to assemble in townships and boroughs on June 26 to determine delegates, then meet in Warren Borough on June 30, 1880 at 2:30 PM to nominate one for Assembly, one for County Treasurer, two for Warren Academy Trustees, and one for County Surveyor. A lengthy list follows naming delegates by township and borough, with committee leadership and county officers.
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Warren County
Warren
Mey
Warren Academy
Alh Township
Pine Grove
Pickenstraw
Concewango
Pleasants Columbus
Pittsfield Corydon
Sugar Grove
Cu Deerfield Edield
Hlko
Triumph
Freehold
Columbus
Youngsville Boro - Glade Tydoule
Warren Borough
TRIN
Eone Limestone
Mulwee
Grant Alone Can Carry New York Says Conkling
Conkling argues only Grant can win New York as a Republican ticket faces a difficult path if Democrats field a strong slate. several others disagree on Grant’s viability.
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Boston Herald
Conkling
Grant
New York
Display of Checks and Republican Platform Critique
The Pittsburgh Post analyzes the Chicago Republican platform, calling it a polished document from Pierrepont of New York. It denounces alleged GOP deeds from 1860 onward, accusing the party of fraud, subsidies, land grants, and corruption, while mocking claims of civil service reform and tariff justice.
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Pittsburgh Post
Chicago
Pierrepont
New York
Republican Party
Europe
America
Credit Mobilier
Oakes Ames
Jay Gould
Pacific Railroads
Utah
Massachusetts
Hayes
Chicago Tribune
Pittsburgh
Democratic County Convention to Nominate in Warren
The call by Chairman G N Parmilee Esq invites Democrats to meet in Warren on Wednesday June 30 to nominate candidates for the coming election. Parties urged to organize vigilance committees and caucuses to send full delegations, with Garfield in view to carry the state.
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G. N. Parmilee
Warren
Garfield
Pennsylvania
Brightening Prospects of the Democracy
The piece notes Democrats aim to win the next presidential election with strong party unity and broad support for the chosen candidate. It also reflects Republican doubts about the usefulness of their party and a possible disbanding sentiment amid candidate debates and third term questions.
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Asun
An Easy Campaign for the Democracy
After nominations both parties, Democrats aim to discredit Republican leaders by republishing their recent statements. The text notes Republicans lack deserving candidates, while Democrats face a field of worthy choices, including one who has already won national confidence and election.
Grant Speech Appeals to Illinois Delegation
From his Speech to the Illinois Delegation, the speaker argues for Grant, stating the election will shape the country’s political future beyond a four year presidency. The remarks emphasize the stakes and urge support for Grant.
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Illinois
Grant
Garfield and Arthur win Republican nomination at Chicago
The Chicago convention brands James A. Garfield of Ohio for president and Chester A. Arthur of New York for vice president after a brutal six day fight between Grant Blaine and Sherman factions. Critics say Garfield is an accidental candidate with a weak ticket, lacking cross state appeal and facing strong opposition at the polls.
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Chicago
James A. Garfield
Ohio
Charles A. Arthur
New York
Grant
Blaine
Wankling
Cameron
Logan
Grant Joy
Jas
Garfield
Sherman
Conkling
Grant Syndicate
Jas. A. Garfield
Congress
DeGolier
DeGolier Garfield
Credit Mobilier
Rurely
Hizral
Hayes
Indiana
Chester A. Arthur
Port of
Washington
Arthur
Allegheny River Improvement Plans Hinged on Congress Funding
Engineer Roberts in charge of Allegheny improvement says work cannot begin until a $20,000 Congressional appropriation is received by July 1. If funds arrive, activities will extend to December 1 focusing on rock removal in the channel to enable boat passage, with oil traffic from Brady's Bend potentially increasing once a clearer, deeper path exists.
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Roberts
Allegheny
Congress
Brady’s Bend
Tall Conkling Falls From Rank At Chicago Convention
The tall New York Senator Roscoe Conkling and allies Cameron and Logan were ousted from leadership at the Chicago Convention. The removal left the Senatorial syndicate fallen, likened to Satan, with a party loss in the wake.
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Chicago
Mr. Conkling
New York
N. Y
Conkling
Cameron
Logan
Balancing Votes at the Convention After Twenty-Eight Ballots
As the fifth day closed in CuriaCo the leading candidates remained near their starting positions Grant 304 to 307 Blaine 294 to 270 Sherman 93 to 91 Edmunds 34 to 31 Washburne 30 to 35 Windom 10 to 10 The southern delegates trade and bargain influence caused shifts with Grant and Blaine camps forming a powerful coalition and a 30 000 strong audience at the exposition hall applauding the steady Grant line Conkling pressure and Massachusetts Edmunds forces pressed the pace concluding with a late ballot favoring Grant. The sixth day yielded Garfield the presidential nomination 899 to 806 with minor votes for others and Arthur named vice president in the evening session 468 to 198 with remaining votes scattered.
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Curiaco
Grant
Blaines
Sherman
Edmunds
Washburne
Windom
Blaine
Hartranft
Pennsylvania
Mercary
Iowa
Davis
Texas
Garfield
Syndia
Exposition Hall
Chester A. Arthur
New York
Arthur
Settle
Jewell
Woodford
Bruce
Maynard
Alcorn
Political Points of Interest for Pennsylvania at Cincinnati
Special to the Patriot from Washington on June 5 1880 details W L Scott Erie millionaire delegate rumoured to back Henry B Payne of Ohio for Cincinnati nomination. Scott promotes Paynes wealth and his sons riches while noting southern prejudice against Tilden. Scott Virginian by birth married to an Alexandria lady. He and Paynes are linked in Standard Oil and railroad ventures. Hugh J Jewett seen as best groomed dark horse of millionaire class and a likely available civilian candidate.
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Washterton
D. C
W. L. Scott
Erie
Henry B. Payne
Ohio
Cincinnati
Payne
Scott
Randall
Mr. Tilden
South
Mr. Scott
Alexandria
Hough
Hoff
Paynes
Saatt
Hugh J Jewett
Duel in Virginia Ends Injured Editor in First Fire
Richmond reports a duel yesterday morning between W. C. Elam editor of the Whig and Col. Thos. Smith son of ex Gov Smith. Elam was severely wounded but not fatally at the first shot. Warrants have been issued for all parties. The narrative also reviews a Scotch Irish joke and various notices on seed time in Ireland and West Point hazing, with a lengthy reminiscence of Benjamin Fish of Trenton and early railroad feats.
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Elam
The
Richmond Whig
Col. Smith
Richmond
W. C. Elam
Whig
Col. Thos. Smith
Smith
H. W. Slocum
West Point
Whittaker
Point
Poughkeepsie
Frederick Bent Grant
Trederick
Benjamin Fish
Trenton
N. J
Commodore Vanderbilt
Commodore
Delaware
New York
Philadelphia
Camden and Amboy
South Amboy
Bordentown
England
Not So Bad Dr Fenner's Golden Relief Ad
An old advertisement touts instant relief from neuralgia toothache headache and any pain using Dr Fenner's Golden Relief. It claims cures for rheumatism backache kidney disease colic diarrhea dysentery burns and bruises and invites try a sample bottle at 10 cents.
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Fenner
Pennsylvanian Ministers Condemn Kemble Cameron Bribery Plot
The Baptist Ministerial Conference of Northeastern Pennsylvania met at Clare’s Green to denounce the Kemble Cameron bribery scheme and praise Judge Pearson for a meaningful sentence. They condemn Governor and Board of Pardons for shortening penalties and pledge to promote honesty, naming Hon. S. Wolfe and other officials for backing public integrity.
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Clare’s Green
Kemble
Pennsylvania
Bangw
Don Cameron
United States Senate
Harrisburg
Chicago
Baptist Ministerial Conference
God Brothers
Wuerns
Wuunrzas
Commonwealth
John J. Pearson
Court of Common Piers
Pennsyyama
Board of Pardons
Friends of Pulhe Justice
Wolfe
Lewisburg
Union County
Hese
Jie
Hoyt
Henry W. Palmer
Hank Palmer
England Must Rely on Abroad for Farm Food Says Times
The Times contends England cannot compete in wheat and abundant crops with North America and other regions. It warns that Britain risks relying on imported grain as weather stirs fears of poor harvests, urging farmers to seek cheaper land abroad if needed.
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Europe
America
Australasian
North America
Great Britain
Ireland
Woman's Wisdom and a Sunday cigar ruling
A New Haven Palladian quote urges women to keep families healthy with Hop Bitters and delay fashion for health. Indiana Supreme Court rules that smoking cigars at a hotel stand on Sunday is a work of necessity, shielding sellers from indictment under state law.
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New Haven
Indiana Supreme Court
London Hair Color Restorer claims sheer superiority
An advertisement touts London Hair Color Restorer as a cleanly, pleasant hair treatment. It promises thickening of thin hair, restoration of gray hair, dandruff cure, and hair regrowth without staining. Sold by druggists at 75 cents a bottle or six for four dollars, with the principal depot listed as 330 North Sixth Street, Philadelphia.
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London
Principle Depot
United States
North Sixth St
Philadelphia
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George A. Jenks
Jefferson Co
Rob’t P. Dechert
Hmoneyway Wr
Braztord
Congressional
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John M. Campbell
Gillis Dullet
John M. Moffit
Edwin Walton
Nathan C. James
George Filbert
George A. Post
A. M. Benton
P. Linton
John
Miller
J. O. Saxton
A.N. Bowers
Democratic Vigilance Committee
Warren Co
Brokenstall
Mike Schwing
A- G
McKinney
Colender Arthurs
Conentingo
Fred Honhart
J. M. Jackson
Philip Leonhart
George Smith
Wilbur Lyons
Einet
M. A. Ivine
Glade
A. B. Mclain
Perry D. Chirk
H. 3
Witoon
Kingwa
James Leonard
John J. Lyle
N. Gibom
D. Wentworth
Jos. Woodside
Jamery Davis
South West
Joseph Blakesley
Lorenzo Cheeney
Guo
Wales
Driweph
W. A. McGauw
BR Currie
J. D Thompson
Pionte
R. Waggart
J.B. Walker
Tipton Youngsseilde
Philip Mead
W. WF. Siggins
Arthur McKinney
Haren Borough
D. J
LE Tldien
Queen Victoria
McKean Co
Auluneu
Ueinabods
Atlantic & Great Western Railroad
Jamestown
Baker’s Dozen
Forest County
S. I. Neill
Titusville
Wik
Elk
John G. Hall
Brown
C. Dinsmoor
Tom Altoona
Greenbackers
Hendrick B. Wright
Benjamin. Butler
Alexander H. Stephens
Georgia
Tre
Gen. Allen
Col. Watson
Um Greenback
Dewees
Gilbert A. Delamater
Roscoe Conkling
Chicago Deliverance
Allegheny River
My. Conkling
Hall
Maine
W. le Scott
Virginia
Pat
Tre Kemble
London “Times
Trace
Hazeltine & Co
Springs
A. T
Variety
Baby Garrliagis
Kentucky
Nation
Rogkery
Armlee & Henry
Fred Morck
Elas Tee
WarrenCo
Simer
Cheepwetcles
Rockford
Greenland Bros
Furni
Ture
Ligh Street
Episcopal Church
Vac Warren
District Court OF
Jackson
Missouri
Mareh
Othher
S.J Woodrut!, Esq
North Park Law
Huie
Jetta .G. McCanbiss
Tieland
Silcenstia
James N. Myers
Bill Poster
Warren PA
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