Conkling Foes Seek to Block His Return to Power
A heated contest among Garfield Republicans centers on Roscoe Conkling. Half-breeds and allied factions vow to prevent his influence, oppose Arthur’s administration, and deny him a new “boss” role. Widespread anger and fear of political turmoil loom if Conkling regains power.
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Mr. Conkling
Washington
Albany
Arthur
Conkling
Roscoe Conkling
Guitean
Chicago
New York
Columbus
Ohio
New York Times
Olne
Bishop
Congress
Unl
Central
Obi
Yonking
Garfield
Springeld
Roscos Conkling
Supreme Bench
Empire State
Buffalo Courier
Fight of the Pat they say political factions erupt
The piece portrays post Garfield death infighting within New York Republicans and across the North. It notes Garfieldites and Stalwarts clashing over influence on President Arthur, cabinet selections, and potential Democratic leadership changes as debates on who should preside at the next pro tem speakership arise amid bitter rivalries.
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Conkling
New York
Wil
Arthur
James A. Garfield
Right to choose over Bosses drives Wolfe endorsement plea
The Philadelphia Telegraph argues Republicans should back Wolfe to rebuke Bosses and smash the machine even if Bailey loses. It urges duty to party and state, says both candidates exist to serve Republicans and the party’s grand principles. Also notes new post office coin values and a Garfield relief total reaching 384679.
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Philadelphia Telegraph
Republican Party
Wolfe
Baily
Nomination of D Noble for State Treasurer Hearts Warren County Support
Warren county Democrats led the push for D Noble of Erie to be the State Treasurer nominee at Williamsport last week. They praised his honesty experience and opposition to corporation rule while noting rival candidates and the strong cross party backing including Republican Wolfe. Philadelphia papers praised Noble as a top business leader and urged support citing his integrity and independent fortune.
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Warren County
D. Noble
Dice
Williamsport
Mr. Noble
Noble
Lep@rt
H. B. Plumer
Venango
Chas
Wolfe
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Orange Noble
Erie
Commonwealth
Northwest
Aglus Furnace
John 8. Davis
Davis
Mr. Wolfe
Bath
Loomis & McMaster
Jacob Kysinger
Warren
Orange Noble Nominated for State Treasurer in Pennsylvania
The Pittsburg Dispatch and Harrisburg Patriot praise Orange Noble of Erie as a trustworthy nominee for Pennsylvania State Treasurer. They emphasize his oil industry background, anti monopoly stance, support for the tree pipe bill, and proven public service including mayoral and legislative roles. He is portrayed as prudent, capable, and aligned with Democratic aims to counter boss rule.
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Harrisburg
Orange Moble
Erie
Williamsport
Pennsylvania
Noble
Victor Ti. Piollet
Philadelphia
Standard Refining Company
Cooper
Republican State Committee
King
Wolfe
Nobis
Keystone National Bank
Commonwealth
Convention
Star Route Scandal Spars Dorsey and Indiana Politics
Attorney General McVeagh pressed for conviction of Star Route swindlers in Indiana while warning Dorsey of prison. He argued the case would reveal how the Republican machine ran elections and profited from the Star Route scheme, risking political disgrace for Garfield administration managers. Arthur’s ascent is noted alongside a proverb about clergymen’s sons.
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Macveagh
Dorsey
Statesman
Indiana
Garfield
McVeagh
Pittsburgh Post
Bayard Seen as Likely President of Senate in Coming Session
A sketch and portrait praise Senator Bayard of Delaware born October 9 182% and a Democrat of large views. He is described as fair minded and unifying, with a record as United States District Attorney and multiple Senate terms. The piece notes the Senate session beginning March 10 and predicts his election to the chair of the chamber.
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Senate
United States
Bayard
Delaware
Bayar i
Hoe
Washington Preparations for Senate extra session in 1881
Regular Washington dispatch notes quick Senate readiness for an extra session. The Capitol shows paint, carpet, and a new elevator in the House wing while portraits of Washington and Adams flank the presiding chair. Democrats aim to elect a president and secretary before new Senators take oath, with Bayard or Davis potential choices amid a balanced chamber. Prosecutions of the star route ring are urged by President Arthur, with Bliss and McVeagh leading the government case as indictments are prepared.
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Senate
George Washington
John Adams
Capitol
House
Representative Klotz
Pennsylvania
Bayard
Davis
Arthur
Dorsey
Brady
Senator Pendleton Resolves Senate Committee Heads
Senator Pendleton offers a resolution organizing Senate committees with Davis declining the chair of the Judiciary Committee. Davis explains his reasons, cites his Civil War era loyalties, urges bipartisan reconstruction, and vows to support most committees except Judiciary. Also notes political friction, with summer coughs and Bull's Cough Syrup, and reference to star-route trial delays.
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Senator Pendleton
Senate
Senator Garland
Judiciary Committee
Senator Davis
Pendleton
Davis
Illinois
Dr. Bull
Pennsylvania Democratic Platform Outline
Pennsylvania Democratic platform condemns Republican corruption and corporate power, pledges fiscal restraint, honest administration, and strict regulation of monopolies. It champions home rule, fair elections, a constitutional currency, and prosecution of frauds in federal agencies, with emphasis on public welfare and railway and telegraph governance.
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Democratic Party of Pennsylvania
United States
Democratic Party
Treasur
Pennsylvania
Republican Party
Democratic Party of
Congress
Grand Jury Indicts Guiteau for Garfield Murder
Washington October 4 Grand Jury returned a unanimous true bill against Charles J Guiteau for the murder of President James A Garfield. The panel examined witnesses and reexamined Surgeon General Barnes and Dr Lamb. Arraignment anticipated before adjournment. Canada asserts Wrangell Land ownership recently taken for the United States.
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Washineron
Guiteau
Barnes
Lamb
Churchman
Corkhill
C. J. Guiteau
James A. Garfield
United States
Charles J. Guiteau
Baltimore & Potomac
A. D
Geo. Scoville
Scoville
Canada
Wrangell Land
Arctic Ocean
H. A. Jamieson & Co Files By Mail Promptly
H A Jamieson and Company announces prompt filing by mail. The notice underscores timely processing and adherence to established submission procedures. No additional personal details or dates are provided.
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Toungaville
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Charles Chas
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Chas. Dinsmoor
W. LD. Riddlesperger
Mead
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Warren Academy
RE. P. Kring
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Geo. Bliss
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B. H. Brewster
David Davis
Charles Francis Adams
Horace Greeley
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Stanley Matthews
K. Js. Fenton
John Wentworth
Sal. Bowles
Lyman ‘’Rombull
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Hanmum
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Choctew County
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Australia
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Tidioute Petroleum Producers’ Association (Limited
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Breitenstein
Tidioute
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Jamestown
Dinemoor & Cable
Arrold
A. Hurtzel
Don Waterstreet
Pittsburgh
J. E
Omee Ovoy
Merck
Carver House
Lesser
Qrade
Panout
F. A. Lohmann
Washington, D. C
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Eppy
Steedsburg
Dad i
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Newspaper Advertising Bureau
Spruce Street
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