Republicans coast to victory in Pennsylvania and Midwest states
The article reports Republican wins and strong majorities in Pennsylvania and Iowa, with Ohio close. It notes Mackey as state treasurer, Gordon as judge, and a Republican-dominant legislature. It blames party friction for weaker ticket support and defends J. J. Shearman against vicious slander from local opponents.
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Pennsylvania
Mackey
Gordon Judge
Senate
House
Iowa
Ohio
Noyes
Thurman
United States Senate
Allen
Allen Ring
Shearman
Humbugged Again in Warren Borough Politics
A partisan critique argues that Democrats are repeatedly misled by ring managers in War ren Borough. The writer accuses leaders of promising bread but delivering a stone and questions the loyalty of young Democrats to repeat deceptions and false counts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Borough
Democratic Party
A Pot Boils Over Ledger Editor’s Victory Euphoria
A sharp satire targets the Ledger editor over last week’s supposed triumph. The piece mocks his boastful claims and massive subscription lists while predicting a return to politics as usual after the official count reveals no real gain for his faction.
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Ledger
John Riwa
The
Ledger says Allen Ring leads ticket amid election raises
The Ledger reports Allen Ring atop the ticket with the remaining slate largely victorious. One race remains uncertain as reporters note the curious mix of news and opinion in the headline filled with local theater of politics.
Republicans gain Senate seat in Philadelphia scene
Republicans win a Senate seat in Philadelphia prompting a shift as Democrats hold a reduced house tally with only two seats, including Josephs, described in local coverage.
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Philadelphia
House
Josephs
Constitutional Reform Updates in State Government Proposals
A Titusville Herald correspondent outlines October recommendations for a four year Governor term with no next term, elected Lieutenant Governor, new pardoning procedures requiring three of four officials, and veto power over items in appropriation bills. Abolish Surveyor General, shift duties to Internal Affairs, and add public interest roles. Bill of Rights adds libel clarification and jury waiver for trials. Militia article allows exemption for conscientious objectors and sets militia duties.
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Senate
Secretary of Internal Affairs
Democratic Wins Mark County Returns Across Elk McKean and Crawford
Elk County shifted further to Democrats on Tuesday as turnout favored the party while Erie and Crawford saw strong races with Republican and Democrat candidates trading leads. McKean and Gordon posted notable majorities though some races were closer, reflecting varied county results.
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Elk County
McKean County
Erie County
Crawford County
Anderson
J. A. Neill
Oliver
Assembly
Gordon
Reflection on Truth of History in Letters
A Ledger critique notes heightened bias in a rival editor while debating the meaning of animus and truth in historical reporting. The exchange hints at reciprocal signaling and the fragility of journalistic integrity.
Petition Against Using Rouse Estate for Court House
A speaker denounces opponents claiming support for taking the Rouse Estate to fund a county court house. They condemn the electioneering lie and insist the estate should serve the poor and roads, not public buildings, urging belief in the truth after the election.
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Rouse Estate
Warren
Senate
Democratic wins and hard work define election notes
The piece argues Davis’s Democratic sheriff victory shows party loyalty plus grinding effort matter, while praising Caesar Antoine of Louisiana as an engaging reformer. It condemns the Ledger’s attacks on Auditor General Allen, notes Mackey’s reelection, and dismisses claims of a Pennsylvania Treasury Ring as unfounded.
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Davis
Ohio
Shearman
Allen Holds House Back on Warren County Bonds
The Ledger cites the Mail stating a bill to convert Rouse Estate funds into Warren County bonds passed in the Senate while Gen. Allen was away. upon returning he refused House passage, prompting demands to prove or face consequences.
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Allen
House of Representatives
Rouse Estate
Warren County
Senate
Gen. Allen
House
John “Hull
Warren
Rufus P. King
Bovich
Warren, Pa
Senator Pomeroy Shot In Attempted Assassination
Last week Senator Pomeroy was shot three times by Mr. Conway. The first bullet passed through his hat, the second hit the building, and the third pierced clothing and skin, grazing a rib. Conway is believed to be deranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senator Pomeroy
Mr. Conway
Conway
Off Year Politics and Pancake Pancakes
The piece remarks on the implied off year in politics with large party activity. It notes 1500 Republicans at home threshing buckwheat and 650 Democrats at the polls, suggesting a surge of pancake production next winter.
Wisconsin Race Hangs On Parker Candidacy
Mr Parker is the Democratic candidate for Lieut Governor in Wisconsin and faces a tough fight. The source suggests he must mobilize strong support or risk defeat, implying a need for broad backing to win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wisconsin
Stokes Faces Second Trial as Tweed Advances
The report notes Stokes undergoing a second trial while Tweed prepares to proceed next, outlining the sequential legal proceedings and looming courtroom dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stokes
Tweed
Proclamation by the President on Thanksgiving Day
The President proclaims a national day of thanksgiving on November 27 to praise divine mercies and blessings such as harvests health and peace. He urges people to gather in worship to offer thanks and prayers for endurance and protection amid lingering suffering.
Cardiff a Picture of Growth and History Told Abroad
A letter from Cardiff describes its ancient origins and Roman fortress, Cromwellian siege, and rapid 19th century growth funded by the Marquis of Bute. It details docks, tides, exports, the Countess Iron Works, and local geography, with notes on climate, flora, and a promise of further visits to monasteries and castles.
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Cardiff
Wales
Corry
Cromwell
Marquis of
Bute
East Bute
Old Canal
Bristol Channel
Liverpool
Countess Iron Works
County of
Glamorgan
Severn River
Carepilly
Robert
Heberts
Edward
Winsor
Jeffries
Scotland
Paris Council Opposes Bourbon Return In France
The Municipal Council of Paris denounces the Bourbon entry plan and urges Seine Deputies to state their stance on a government change. They hail the capital’s action as a push against monarchical conspirators and defend modern liberties against Henry V is the Eldest Son of the Church.
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Henri
France
Inter-Ocean
Paris
Department of the Seine
de Broglie
Henry V
Election returns temper Democrats with mixed gains
Ohio elects a State Treasurer and likely a Democratic legislative majority in a complex triangular contest. Iowa shows a larger Republican lead than in the national vote, estimated between twenty and thirty thousand. Oregon’s Nesmith, a popular Democrat, wins by about a thousand, signaling a Democratic gain. Pennsylvania shows deeper Democratic demoralization, with city and state majorities largely unchanged. license opponents lose decisively. Select Council: Republicans 22 to Democrats 7. Common: Republicans 58, Democrats 8, Reformers 1.
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Ohio
Iowa
Oregon
Nesmith
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia Press
Treasury official Charles Phelps arrested for large State theft
Charles H. Phelps, cashier in the State Treasury, was arrested in Vareey City and brought to Axpany at midnight charged with robbing the State Treasury of about $300,000. The case centers on a suspected massive heist and is under investigation by local authorities.
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Mackey
Philadelphia
Supreme Judge
Tribune
the Tribune
Bagaboo
Pennsylvania “Treasury
Memphis
Masonic Relief Board
Odd Fellows
Knights of Pythias
Colman
Bunton Station
Shelby County
Sisters of St. Mary
Catholic Orphan Asylum
Hamilton
Southern Express Company
San Francisco
Walderio Peterson
Axpany
Charles H. Phelps
Treasury Department of the State
Vareey City
State Treasury
Lancaster elects Captain Stauffer Mayor over Pyfer
The Lancaster Republicans claim victory as Captain Stauffer wins the mayoralty by 22 over Pyfer. They note a 282 gain from 1871 when Pyfer carried by 260. Dispatches from Oregon report Nesmith likely wins Congress by a small margin in Portland and about 1000 statewide.
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Lancaster
Stauffer
Pyfer
San Francisco
Can
Oregon
Portland
Nesmith
Congress
Political Friction Among Liberal Papers Roiled by Elmira Resolutions
The Rochester Democrat quotes widespread anger toward Liberal papers, noting Albany Argus and Rochester Union share the sentiment. It questions whether the Elmira convention acted to earn this disdain by passing resolutions and pushing actions.
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Albany Argus
Rochester Union
Elmira
Rochester Democrat
Fragmented 19th Century Miscellany Notes
A collage of brief items on authors Thurlow Weed and George Peabody, social humor exchanges, a plan for National Thanksgiving 1873, Sunday school anecdotes, European tensions with Austria Turkey, Grant's reception of Evangelical Alliance members, and Pittsburgh area mill layoffs highlighting job losses for women and looming credit disruption.
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Boston
California
Lawrence
Mass
Johnny
Vienna
Austria
Turkey
Servia
Bosnia
Joseph
Simeon
Egypt
Benjamin
Grant
Evangelical Alliance
Allance
Toledo
White House
Purssure
Brady’s Bend
Eagle
Penn
Anchor
Alleghene
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J. Shearman
J. J. Shearman
Titusville Herald
Executive Department
New Orleans Herald
Caesar Antoine
Louisiana
Dunn
Antoine
Morris
Foreign Correspondence
Bourbon
Lancaster City Republican
Bolters
Mabe
Acad
Shusa Aly
Aiseld
Youngsville
Columbus
Tidioute
Brokenstraw
Feeenee
Apt
Dal
Corydon
Deerfield
Freehold
Farmington
Kinzua
Pittsfield
Perets
Thurlow Weed
George Peabody
England
A. Wise
Chamberlin
Eng
CIN
Act of Congress
Crane & Co
Indianapolis
Ind
Librarian of Congress
Washington
ZS Baio
Connewango
A. Cameron
Benj. D. Morris
Limestone
Nellie Cameron
Busti, N. Y
A. Wells
Panama
A. A. Davis
Belle Porter
Sam
Oat
John Meester
MO. W. Shatto
Erie
Floras. Hockenbury
Dole
Diptheria
Minnie Mary
George
Martha Lanning
Farmington Centre
A. J. Merchant
Jesus
Glada
Ceptheria
Jennie Gladys
Preddie M. Guign¢N
Wm. H
J. BE. Guignon
Lave Ertl
First National Bank of Warren
Navy
National Bank of Warren
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First National Bank of
M. Bergher
State OF
C. F. Reese
Attes Orris Hall
W.D. Brown
G.H. Ames
PH Uni Am Ted
Pennsylvanis
Goodwin Mead
Mead & Magee
S. E. Woodruff, Esq
Revere House
Ss. C. McCandless
Clarts
U.S. District Court For
T.S. Messner
J. J. Taylor
Messner
W.H. MacDonald & Go
Model Drug Store
KING
Vichy
Kissengen
W. H. MacDonald & CO
Garver
W. H. MacDonald, George P. Ort
TAE Titusville
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Standard & School ‘ Oapirk
Hore Saacy “Stationery Act
Variety Hall
Evan
Rell State
GEO. Ensworth
Court of Common Pleas
Triumph Oil Company
J. D. McIintyre
Morricy
S. Vv. Davis, Sherif
Sheriff's Office
Ropreice
Pleasant Bridge Co
Siich Company
I. S. Alden
Borough of
Io’clach A. M
I.S. Alden, Sec’y
Ulverwell
Aia
Culverwell
Chas. J. C., Kline & CO
Bowery
New York
P.O. Box
Sheffield
J. Ae Warren
Winoy
Wheeler & Wil I' Son
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