National Democratic Convention Set for St Louis in 1876
The National Democratic Committee appoints Tuesday next for the convention venue in St Louis. Delegates from states and colleges are invited to join to oppose a corrupt administration and seek an economical, pure government. The notice calls on citizens to cooperate with the party and support reforms amid credit and trade concerns.
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National Democratic Committee
Tueaday
St. Louis
Congress of the
United States
Colorado
Daly Ana
College
Ube
Nis
National Democratic Party
The Nation's Shame on Grant Era Corruption
A critical, period voice denounces Grant administration graft and coverups. It accuses Grant of shielding thieves, cites Belknap and Babock scandals, and warns that corruption erodes national honor while Congress investigates. Strong language frames a national crisis in the 19th century presidency.
Republicans and Grant era blamed for national shame
The piece rails at Belknap's downfall and Grant era corruption, arguing Republicans redefined government to shield the president and cabinet. It links party dishonor to tax-funded graft, calls for reform, expulsion of immoral numbers, and warns of sanctimonious church figures allied with theft and fraud. It foresees a reckoning as honesty spreads.
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Belknap
Grant
Republican Party
Lincoln
Congress
Cabinet
Lahey
Belknap corruption scandal shocks Capitol in 1876
Washington notes describe William Belknap as Secretary of War accused of selling post traderships to enrich himself and his wives. The Belknap case triggers investigations, resignations, and looming disclosures of further frauds tied to military and political circles. The piece highlights social ambition, Democratic and Republican figures, and fears of broader political fallout.
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Washington
Capitol
Ube Capitol
Lapa
Belknap
Fort Sill
Marsh
Dromite
New York Sun
Grant Era Political Turmoil and Witness Immunity
The article discusses attempts to shield witnesses against Secretary Belknap, noting intimidation of those ready to testify. It cites Mr. Randall's bill to immunize U S witnesses and penalize intimidation, mentions Marsh fleeing to Canada, questions Judge Scortisby’s Austrian mission, and hints at broader corruption in Grant's administration. It ends with Clara Morris’s illness.
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Belknap
St. Louis
Randall
United States
Marsh
Canada
Grant
Scorisby
Warren
White House
Philadelphia
Wisconsin trio urges withdrawal over Belknap case
Morton Logan and Cameron of Wisconsin with Vice President Ferry press for withdrawal. The committee resumes today to probe if the President was advised of Belknap’s corruption over three years ago, arguing his resignation was to continue policy aiding “gifted god men to escape.”
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Grant
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Babock
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Belknap
Hke Babcock
Thuse
Senate
Delknap
Treasury
Congress
Mr. Bristow
the Treasury
Morton
Logan
Cameron
Wisconsin
Ferry
Babcock
Centerville Legislature Debates Centennial Boom Bill
Lawmakers clash over the state Centennial boom bill and the general appropriation measure. A $40 000 appropriation for a Philadelphia Centennial Building passes the House with a trimmed plan. Committees plan to invite John W Forney to speak on his Centennial Europe experiences.
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Embick
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Susquehanna
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L'Aunce
Jackson
Philadelphia
Reighard
Flouse
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Coal Exchange of Pittsburgh
Hall of Representatives
Pennsylvania
Western Pennsylvania
John W. Forney
Public Opinion on the Belknap Scandal
Public opinion pieces echo across major papers on Belknap and Grant era politics. Press commentary calls for cabinet resignations, questions republic’s stability, and notes long ignored scandals now seen as credible. Critics highlight press independence and past coverage revisited.
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Belknap
Crowing over politics and war era graft in 1870s Beaver County
The piece mocks Republicans amid Grant era scandals, noting Belknap and Belknap posts profiting at Fort Sur and other posts. It condemns army cuts, the War Secretary's removal, and criticizes congressional politics while predicting a Forway speech in Harrisburg with plans for a public address on March 14.
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Belknap & Co
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Forway
Hous of Representatives
Impeachment Move Against Belknap by Clymer in Congress
Washington report on Representative Clymer presenting impeachment resolutions against William W. Belknap, late secretary of war, accusing high crimes and misdemeanors. The committee cites malfeasance, cites a presidential resignation letter, and orders judiciary review and immediate senate action. Public reaction and emotive testimony accompany the session.
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Bebter
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Christendom
Political turmoil and scandal swirl in Belknap affair
The piece discusses Mrs Belknap seeking clarity on her husband’s involvement while Blackburn promises to reveal charges. It criticizes cabinet selections and notes several officials exiting under cloud, urging Democrats to resist Radical excess and defend economy. It ends with Republicans claiming no more guilt than Democrats.
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