Cabinet discusses political assessments opinion in Washington
A Washington dispatch on the 25th reports Cabinet members debated Attorney General Brewster's opinion on political assessments. Secretary Folger sent a letter supporting the view that a member of Congress is not an officer of the United States. The President voiced that no executive department member who declines to contribute will face discharge or censure, and no retaliation will be tolerated. The conclusions align with his July 15, 1880 letter of acceptance.
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Washington
Brewster
Folger
Congress
United States
Appointment of Gen Harrison Allen Dakota Marshal
Gen Harrison Allen of Warren is appointed Marshal of Dakota for four years and confirmed without opposition. The appointment, sent by the President, will take effect until a successor is qualified. Allen departs for Yankton next week as Dakota grows in political and commercial importance.
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Harrison Allen
Warren
Dakota
Mitchell
Great West
Allen
Yankton
Vague Tax and Election Deadlines Noted
The last day for assessment is Thursday September 7. The final day for paying taxes is Saturday October 7. The last day for naturalization is Saturday October 7. The election is Tuesday November 7.
History repeats itself in party struggles says Telegraph
The Harrisburg Telegraph reflects on ten year old attempts by M Clure and others to defeat the Republicans by opposing Cameron. It notes past defection to the Democrats and asserts Cameron will stay loyal. It adds Bancroft’s labor, residence rooms, and daily horseback rides as factors in his health.
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M’clure
Curtin
Forney
Mitchell
M’michael
Stewart
Cameron
Rorney
M’ Michael
Harrisburg
Garfield Portrait to Adorn New Five Dollar National Note
A five dollar National bank note will feature the portrait of the late President Garfield. The choice honors his vote for the National Bank act of July 3 1863 and his lifelong support of the National banking system.
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National Bank
Garfield
Gen
Congress
Strike impact and court ruling on railroad freight duties
The strike at New York halted freight transport as states sought a mandamus to force railroads to act as common carriers. The judge denied the writ, advising civil suits for damages. Hot weather in New York and Philadelphia pushed infant deaths in crowded tenements and many sunstrokes were reported.
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New York
Philadelphia
Chicago Medical Society Expels Member Over Newspaper Card
A Chicago medical society expels a member for publishing his card in a newspaper and paying for it. The offense hinges on using paid notices. the article notes that obtaining a free ad from a reporter by claiming a doctor was called and dressed the wound would have been acceptable.
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Chicago
Native sons the only path to Pennsylvania governor
A pro-Beaver editorial argues that Pennsylvanians must elect James A. Beaver over Pattison, insisting only a native can fully understand state needs and loyally govern. Pattison is labeled an outsider unfit for the governor’s chair, with Beaver presented as the proven local choice.
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Commonwealth
Beaver
Pattison
Pennsylvania
Maryland
Philadelphia
James A. Beaver
Congressional committee to probe Jeanette loss deaths
Dr Collins, brother of Jerome J Collins who perished, accuses Melville of jealousy and abandonment during DeLong’s disaster. He says DeLong’s party could have been saved if Danenhower had been allowed to search, and Danenhower is ready to disclose a sorrowful tale when summoned.
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DeLong
Dr. Collins
Jerome J. Collins
Melville
Danenhower
Jewish Congregations by State and Population Totals
The report lists 278 congregations and 17 763 members, with a total Jewish population of 230 084. New York leads with 80 565 Jews, followed by Pennsylvania 20 000, California 18 000, Ohio 14 581, Illinois 12 625, and Maryland 10 387.
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New York
Pennsylvania
California
Ohio
Recalling Hancock as Favorite for 1884 Presidency
Jere Buack’s remark that the Democratic candidate for President in 1884 will be Gen. Hancock “of course” stirs old party ghosts. Ex candidates and defunct leaders question the assertion and edition of the remark.
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Jere Buack
Hancock
Tfhe Party
Republicans in Richmond postpone state convention selection
The State Central Committee of the straight out Republicans met in Richmond Virginia on the 26th and decided to postpone indefinitely the calling of a State Convention. Rev. J. M. Dawson of Williamsburg was unanimously chosen as the Republican candidate for Congressman at Large.
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State Central Committee
Richmond
Rev. J. M. Dawson
Williamsburg
Small Candidate Accepts Democratic Nomination for Governor
Mr Partison writes a brief letter accepting the Democratic nomination for governor but the text notes he is a minor candidate and suggests corroboration of the claim.
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Partison
Pattison
Post Office Department Posts Gain for Quarter
For the quarter ending June 30 the post office department was self sustaining with receipts exceeding expenditures by about 700000 dollars.
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Post-Office Department
You Cannot Vote Without September Registration
The notice reminds readers that voting eligibility requires registration by September 1. It warns that unregistered residents cannot vote and urges timely action to avoid disenfranchisement. The item stresses deadlines and the official rule for participation.
Republicans Fight Over Convention Power and Unity
The Independent State Committee rejects Republican proposals to unite the party on the 27th. Gen. Beaver is urged as the Commonwealth’s choice, while factional bosses are accused of trying to dictate the ticket and ruin the party. Chairman McKee critiques Chairman Cooper as to the party’s internal struggle and the rejected slate.
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Independent State Committee
Pennsylvania
Beaver
Commonwealth
Cameron
McKee
Cooper
Harrisburg
McKean County Republicans Pick Slated Leaders
The McKean county convention recommended W. B. Smiley for Associate Law Judge of the 4th district and allowed him to select conferees. W. W. Brown was named for Congress and David Sterrett for the Legislature. Resolutions reaffirm party unity and support for Republican administrations and anti discrimination in commerce.
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McKean County
W. B. Smiley
Bradford
4Th Judicial District
Smiley
Venango County
Arthur
Gov. Hoyt
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Voters Count Reaches 201 765
The notice reports 201 765 voters in Philadelphia. Other items note Pittsburg iron workers losing 2 000 000 in wages and upcoming events including a State YMCA convention in Williamsport in September and the Northwestern Pennsylvania Educational Association annual session at Pine Grove Mercer county starting Tuesday August 29.
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Pittsburg
Young Men’s Christian Association
Williamsport
Washington County
Sarah Sargeant
Warren
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Pine Grove
Mercer County
Independent Republicans of 1882 mirror 1872 clash
The piece contrasts 1882 Independent Republicans with 1872 rebels, noting 1872 leaders openly backed Democrats while 1882 leaders act as reformers by steering a third ticket. It argues Hartranft’s 1872 win by 35,000. urges unwavering ticket support and faith in public judgment to triumph again.
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James K. Moorhead
Thomas M. Marshall
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Philadelphia
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England and Egypt Overture Amid Constantinople Talks
The Tribune notes England fights a revolutionary faction in Egypt while not at war with Egyptians as a people. Policy hinges on the Constantinople conference, Gladstone’s likely stance toward the Porte, and Britain’s adherence to 1840 treaties recognizing the Khedive as Egypt’s sovereign as Arabs are sidelined.
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India
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Muslirus Pacha
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Arabi Bey
News and Notes items span culture, population, labor and a dog dispute
Notes cover Mrs Burnett fashion taste Japan population growth Francis Murphy temperance in Scotland Ireland crop failures toy pistol deaths and rising demand Cleveland mill strike end Mark Twain jab about General Hawley a Philadelphia doctor and his dog burial dispute at a cemetery adjoining Ebenezer church with owner rights contested by neighbors and relatives
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M. E. Ebenezer Church
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