Democratic State Committee sets September convention date
The 1875 notice reports at the Democratic State Committee meeting in Philadelphia a September convention to nominate a candidate for Governor and Treasurer. It notes rumor of secretary Fish’s resignation and Senator Cameroun for State Department, plus commentary on Judge Kelley and party maneuvering amid Grantism, with local Ohio politics and a New Departure in Tioga County highlighting Sarah J. Lewis’s election as school superintendent.
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Vioga County
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Tioga
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East Street
Sixth Street
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Burgess
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Warren County
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Robert Edmonds
Joseph B. Eastman
Joseph Eastman
Sarah
Flenderson
Richard J. Henderson
Andres P. Borris
John Sundell
James G. Mash
Register, Register’s Office
U. S&s. MaRsHaL's Office
Wrarkin
Penna
Prersnuren
B.A. Snow
Tidbute
Vennsylvania
Bn Court of Bankruptcy
Revere House
EB. Woulpuff
Meg
The Lancaster Convention and Third Term Question
A Pennsylvania paper denounces negro Radical conventions at Lancaster and warns against supporting any anti ring candidate for state treasurer. It questions Hartranft’s renomination, fears political corruption and endorses local Philadelphia manufactured goods over New York imports to bolster Warren’s economy.
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State Treasury
Louisiana
Delano
Grant
Pennsylvania
Bandrutt Sheridan
Lundon Williams
Pinchbavk
Negro Radical Party
Washington
Thad
Stevens
John Brown
Boynton
Ocean Morrer Shipwreck Off Scilly Islands Toll Rises
Three hundred forty two lives were lost when the steamship Schiller of the Eagle Line struck Ketarrere Ledge in dense fog off the Scilly Islands near Lands End England while entering the English Channel from New York. The ship, carrying 124 crew and 120 steerage passengers, sank rapidly in late night darkness, with many passengers below decks. Cargo valued around $150,000 and mail were lost. some mail was saved. The captain was likely ashore when the ship went down. the first officer was found swimming. The wreck details reflect critical loss and the swift catastrophe.
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Agle Line
Scilly Islands
Lands End
England
English Channel
New York
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Plymouth
Cherbourg
Phelps Bowles Libel Verdict Sparks Appeals
The Phelps Bowles libel suit ends with a verdict of 100 damages and the defendant bears costs, effectively an acquittal in a case the plaintiff sought 200000. Bowles appeals for a clean verdict while railing at corrupt politicians. the Beecher Tilton trial looms with expected uncertain jury verdicts.
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Phelps-Bowles
Springfield Republican
Phelps
Massachusetts
Bowles
Two-Party Forecast and Political Shifts in 19th Century
The Tribune notes Douglass’s removal due to lack of charges against him while Delano remains charged with grave irregularities with no defense. It predicts a two party presidential race with Liberal Republicans and Independents aligning with the Democratic side if they oppose the current administration.
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Radical Party
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Tle Wan
Hartranft
Cameron
Shepherd
Cessna
Mackey
Kemble
Tribune
Douglass
Delano
Memphis Appeal
Dem
Amber oil boom spreads through valley long drill plans
Gov Gattarangus notes heavy amber oil potential in the valley while crews from Titusville and Butler County set up rigs on multiple farms. Crocker reports green oil in the second sand at 900 feet. Butts well flowing 25 barrels daily. Other rigs on Crooks Olmstead Seward Kennedy Buchanan sites as leases attract visitors. Tannery owners overhaul facilities for future operations.
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Titan
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Crocker
Je Evahs
Titusville
Glass Farm
Crooks Farm
Olmstead
Foster
Seward
Jackson & Walker
Butler County
Kennedy
Fagundus Oil Company
Buchanan
Death of Hon. George W. Woodward Ex-Chief Justice
Intelligence on Tuesday confirmed the death of George W. Woodward former Chief Justice of Pennsylvania Supreme Court. He died in Rome while traveling for health. born March 26, 1809 in Bethany Wayne County and was 66. A Democrat, he served as Governor candidate in 1868 and held multiple legal posts including President Judge of the Fourth Pennsylvania district and long service on the Supreme Court.
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Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
Europe
Rome
Agnew
Supreme Court
Harrisburg
Judge Woodward
Bethany
Wayne County
Wilkesbarre
Removal of Douglass From Internal Revenue Bureau Sparks Debate
A May 7 item criticizes Secretary of the Treasury for forcing Douglass from the Internal Revenue Bureau and questions Pratt’s appointment. It notes potential further reforms and hints that more heads will roll in Treasury. The piece also comments on political maneuvering and journalistic asides about current officials and events of the era.
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Douglass
Internal Revenue Bureau
Secretary of the Treasury
Bristow
Pratt
Treasury
Scofield
Curtis
Hostetter's Stomach Bitters Promoted as Powerful Tonic
An advertisement extols Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a reliable stimulant and tonic for fatigue and debility. It claims rapid system-wide diffusion of benefits, boosts bodily and mental vigor, and aids seasickness. The text cites blood-purifying plant ingredients and universal usefulness across climates and disorders, urging regular steamer supplies.
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