Democratic slurs and party infighting in Ohio and Pennsylvania
A critical, opinionated tirade attacks Democratic leaders and their Ohio and Pennsylvania operations. It accuses Sam Randall and Spear of payroll corruption, mocks currency policy shifts, and cites Ledger editorials and local committees. The piece condemns Democratic and Liberal county groups and derides the Po. P. ticket supporters as a damaged lot.
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Trey
Ledger
Democratic County Committee
Geo. N. Parmlee
Warren
W. R. Dawson
Pidioate
Pp. J. Swain
Sheffield
Ss. V. Davis
Peter M. Smith
Glade
Charles Chase
Pine Grove
W. H. Muzzy
Columbus
Po. P
Judge Pershing Holds On To Judge Ship Rumor
The fragment notes Pershing clinging to his judgeship and avoiding the Governor's appointment, while a nest of roosters is advertised for sale at the Ledger office this week. E. W. Ross of Pittsfield declines the Democratic bid for County Auditor.
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Tere
Ledger
E. W. Ross
Pittsfield
Faith of the Nation Respected in Inflation Clash
A partisan squib attacks inflation rhetoric as unworthy of the nation’s faith. It denounces the inflation dodge and urges steadfast resolve against economic manipulation.
Sweep and Glory as Republicans Sweep Ohio and Midwest
In a sweeping victory for hard money the Republican ticket wins Ohio by 4 000 to 5 000 and carries both chambers. Iowa shows 30 000 to 35 000 Republican majority, Nebraska adds about 10 000, signaling party unity. Pennsylvania Democrats fail in Ohio’s wake, with repudiation expected in November. The piece proclaims a national return to Republican strength from the Lake to the Atlantic.
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Great West
Ohio Democracy
Iowa
Kirkwood
Nebraska
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Keystone
Atlantic
Secretary of State
Hayes
House of Representatives
Senate
Wood County
Pershing's voting record sparks public outrage and patchwork defense
The Ledger recaps Pershing's opposition to a soldiers voting bill, then notes his later role on the conference committee to fix a bill he initially opposed. It flags продолжения inflationist rhetoric, labor as victims, and warns of further political mischief if inflation policies spread.
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Pershing
House
Senate
Conference Committee
Harrisburg
Sam
Carey
P. P. Democracy Push To Wipe Out National Banks
The P P Democracy advocates raising funds by eliminating national banks likening it to the old woman who killed the goose that laid the golden eggs. The remark frames the party’s stance as drastic finance reform with potential national impact.
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P. P
Ohio and Pennsylvania Democrats Press Campaign on Heat
The piece says Dems in Ohio and Pennsylvania aim a heated campaign and promise honesty as policy, claiming the public is not fooled by their approach.
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Tur
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Pershing Refuses Resignation Stump Tactic
Atec McClure crafted a political ploy after Pershing declined resignation demands. He misled Andy Curtin, yet Pershing remains unmoved by such deceptive tactics.
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Atec McClure
Pershing
Andy Curtin
Banks to Stay Open in Warren Following Ohio Talks
The local Democrats decide not to close the National Banks in Warren after receiving word from Ohio, signaling continued operation and stability for the city’s financial institutions.
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Warren
Ohio
Debates Over County Commissioners Pay Spark Local Dispute
In Warren County the Ledger attacks the County Commissioners over pay and inflation. It argues the officials did a good job on the jail under law and saved money, resisting calls for repudiation. A reader letter compares Clearfield and Warren counties’ taxables and officials as part of the controversy.
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Ohio
Pennsylvania
Garcelon
Warren County
Commissioners’ Office
Western Penitentiary
Clearfield County
Clearfield
Warren
Elk
York
Jefferson
Venango
Franklin
Bedford
Crawford
Erie
R. K. Russell
Death of Pennsylvania Attorney General Dimmick
The Attorney General of Pennsylvania, Samuel E. Dimmick of Wayne County, died suddenly in Harrisburg from pneumonia on October 11. Governor Hartranft issued a proclamation noting his public life, talents, and virtues, with government departments to be draped in mourning for thirty days and his funeral set for Friday, October 15.
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Samuel E. Dimmick
Wayne County
Harrisburg
Commonwealth
Hartranft
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
J. F. Harrranrt
Ohio Democrats debate and a stubborn battle over the rag baby
Canarrss MaNn Cryer spoke in Erie, criticizing Ohio Democrats for clinging to a political fight. He warned they must hold the rag baby until the conflict ends, describing the struggle as a bull run and asking who will care for the baby now.
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Ohio
Greeley
Bill Allen
Sam Cary
Pennsylvania
Sam Randall
Spear
Erie
Sam
Congress
Canarrss MaNn Cryer
Before Ohio Ballot, Olebillallen Seeks Title Clarity
Before election Olebillallen hoped to win by a large majority and read his title clear. Since the vote his claims appear in doubt, drawing comparison to Hayes.
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Ohio
Olebillallen
Democratic diatribes and foreigner jibe fuel Ohio election debate
A Washington Ledger critique mocks a Democratic editor for predicting GOP victory by fraud and foreign importations, defends Carl Schurz against the charge, and notes party splits over hard and soft money. Reports on Col Thomas’s nomination, a storm at Centennial grounds toppling Agricultural Hall, and other campaign chatter.
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Ohio
Ledger
Carl Schurz
Mr. Schurz
Schurz
Dunkirk
Warren
Democratic Party
Democratic
Dr Fenner Blood and Liver Remedy advertised cure
An advertisement touts Dr Fenner's Blood and Liver Remedy and Nerve Tonic as a cure for biliousness indigestion headaches jaundice and many skin and blood diseases. It claims to cleanse the blood improve digestion and strengthen organs with depots in New York and Wisconsin.
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Bright
Bethesda
Pewaukee
Waukesha
Wisconsin
A. Hawley Heath
Broadway
New York
N. B
Asahel
Warren
J. F. Welis & Co
Tidal shifts and troubles color the season
The piece notes a political shift with Republican gains and a changing social scene in Brooklyn as Mrs. Tilton and Mrs. Morse live together. A Plymouth visit brings a $400 purse, and family notices hint at transitions. Counterfeits and Molly Maguires threaten safety in Pennsylvania coal regions with arson fears and cloned bank notes.
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Tilton
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