Local Political Ticket Listing Warren Officials and Candidates
A list of candidates and officers for Warren County offices including Senate Leo Stone and assembly candidate W M Lindsey. Names such as William Wheeler Lewis Watson John Welsh Henry Disston and others appear with towns like Warren Pittsfield Deerfield and Youngsville.
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Lewis F. Watson
Warren Co
Senate
LION
C. W. Stone
Warren
EOR Assembly
W.M. Lindsey
WM. B. Acocks
Pittsfield
Connely
Deerfield
General Assembly
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
I. S. H. Davis
Congress
Assembly
Warren Academy
P. S. Wade
Columbus
Tidioute
Conewango
Prothonotary
Elk
Lounsberry
Mead
Alson Rogers
Pleasant
Sheffield
SA. H. Barns
Pine Grove
Lane’s Hotel
Freehold
Lottsville
Brokenstraw
Youngsville
John Siggins
Spring Creek
School House
Yeager’s
Shaw’s Hotel
Kinzua
Sterling Green
Limestone
Averill
South West
Enterprise
Eldred
Sanford
Glade
Glade City
Sugar Grove
Corydon
J. L. Acocks
Cherry Grove
J. Farnsworth
Farmington
West Corners
House of Representatives
Tilden and Hayes duel over policy and power in sharp political pages
The piece contrasts Tilden's costly explanations and alleged innuendo with Hayes proven wartime service. It argues a Tilden victory would empower the rebel South and weaken the Union, while Hayes would restore confidence and revive business. It notes Adams and Erie county Democrats face scrutiny and expense in the campaign. The tone is partisan and periodical.
Grant and Cameron Propose Force to End Violence
President Grant and Secretary Cameron urge lawful force to suppress violence. The policy reflects Grant’s wartime mindset and difficulty abandoning those tactics.
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Grant
Cameron
Change is Sought by Voters in District
Voters on a call for a real change back Watson as the district seeks a drastic shift. The discussion frames the current government as failing and a “change” as essential to avoid financial collapse.
Stone as Legislator Praised for Venango Victory
Hailing Hon. C. W. Stone as an able and influential legislator, Franklin leaders credit his floor speeches and steady support for Venango and Warren counties against new county and pipe line schemes. The Venango Citizen lauds his character and urges votes for Stone for State Senate, arguing he outshines the Democratic opponent and benefits the district.
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C. W. Stone
Franklin
Harrisburg
Stone
Venango
Warren
Mr. Stone
Lindsey
Senate
Venango County
J. D. Mclunkin
House of Representatives
Democratic Economy and the 10 000 Crippled Soldiers
The piece accuses the Democratic House of reckless economy by failing to appropriate 500 000 to pay for artificial limbs or $50 commutations for maimed soldiers under a long standing law. It urges voting for Watson to prevent a repeat of this Congress, arguing that next winter’s action is uncertain.
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Democratic House
House
Congress
Watson
Harrison Boosts Confidence in Indiana for Hayes in November
Gen. Harrison speaks in Philadelphia expressing rising confidence that Indiana will vote for Hayes and Wheeler in November. He cites past Greenback votes, Democratic mismanagement, and unity of Republicans, noting heightened determination and a pledge to concentrate on a single issue to secure victory.
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Harrison
Indiana
Hayes
Philadelphia
Wheeler
Greenback
William
Democratic Party
Centennial Exhibition Finances Bring Relief to Stockholders
The Philadelphia Bulletin reports that the Centennial Exposition debts are paid and a substantial bank balance is forming to pay stockholders. Fenni investments are set to yield perhaps fifty to sixty percent of subscriptions, easing fears of a financial failure.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
Centennial Show Operating Cost Revealed
A report notes the Centennial show costs 11000 dollars per day to run. The figure highlights daily expenses for the event's production and facilities.
Democrats for Watson in Ledger endorsed race
The Ledger editors warn independent voters about the Watson candidacy while noting many Democrats may back him. They cite local rooting for an older citizen and a district-focused businessman and accuse the Ledger of slanting toward Reed via Cameron ties. Local Warren county interests hope to place a loyal representative.
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The
Ledger
Ol. Watson
Scott
New York City
Congress
Mr. Reed
Mr. Rawle
Warren County
Slumbering Lion Threats and Centennial Grape Vines
The Erie Gazette editor and supporters of the opposing candidate face veiled threats from a neighbor who likens himself to a lion waking at night. He mocks the candidate and hints at political maneuvering as he travels to the Centennial. Rumors claim the lion sought votes for Judge Connelly by ridiculing his lifestyle.
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Watson
Erie Gazette
Connely
Colorado political results and historical quotes
The report notes Belford’s Republican majorities for the 44th and 45th Congresses in Colorado. It lists state legislative split: Senate 19R 7D and House 32R 17D, with a Republican joint-ballot majority. It cites Hayes and Tilden quotes on war and union, and mentions the Union League Club of New York praising Grant for protecting South Carolina rights.
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Colorado
J. Belford
J. B. Belford
Senate
House
House of Representatives
The
Ledger
Union League Club of
New York
Grant
South Carolina
War-time taxes loom if Tilden wins election
The piece argues that soldiers faced hardship against the rebel army, but paying millions for the war would rise if Tilden is elected, framing it as an added burden of patriotic duty.
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Tilden
Proposals to vote for Tilden carry risk of aiding rebels
The text warns that backing Tilden with a vote would channel "change" into rebel pockets. It frames the decision as a strategic move with political consequences and urges voters to consider who benefits from a shift in power.
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Tilden
Forged Call Taints Albany Democratic Boys in Blue Parade
Anonymous message alleges General Joe Hooker did not sign the Albany parade call and labels the document a forgery. The writer urges reform in reaction to the incident.
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Anple
Gen
Joe Hooker
Albany
Lewis F Watson of Warren: A Republican for Congress
Venango Citizen urges Warren businessman Lewis F. Watson for Congress. The piece highlights his self made rise from clerk to oil and lumber employer, lifelong district resident, Republican loyalty, and pledge to place loyal Union men in Congress, claiming his election adds two seats by replacing a Democrat.
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Lewis F. Watson
Warren
Franklin
Alex. McDowell
Warren Academy
Lesthaus
Warren County
Mr. Watson
National Treasury
Watson
National House of Representatives
Democratic Party
Congress
Venango Citizen
Prohibition Party Critique Sparks Internal GOP Debate
A Ledger editorial ridicules the Prohibition party as a sham and accuses it of souring Dem voters to harm Democratic nominees. It notes the Warren Borough slate failed the Democratic convention and warns Republicans to avoid being drawn into Dem-prohibitionist traps.
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the Ledger
Warren
James
Hodges
Prohibition
Prohibition Party
Mr. Chase
Mr. Dalrymple
Townsman Sends Warning on Hayes Campaign
A resident writing to Wm. Jewell of North Warren warns Republicans in the South face threats and violence if Hayes Wheeler fail to win. He reports armed opposition, declares the area dangerous, and urges strong effort to secure Hayes votes to prevent a Tilden victory.
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Mississippi
Wm. Jewell
North Warren
South
Hayes
Wheeler
Tilden
Wealth and Monopolies Face Erie Voters in Scott Bid
The Erie Gazette condemns ex-Mayor William L. Scott’s Democratic congressional nomination as bought wealth and monopoly. It argues for independent voters to reject “golden calf” wealth and back a candidate with public spirit, noting past losses and urging streets of Erie to rise against corporate control.
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Corry
William L. Scott
Congress
Scott
Erie
Erie & Pittsburg R. A
Pennsylvania
Erie Southern Railway
Erie City
Mr. Scott
Warren County
Erie Gazette
Marh Smith and Sumner Almendinger Weddings in 1876
In Sugar Grove and Irvington on October 23 1876 marriages were conducted by Rev J Harrington and Rev A Rearick. J E Marsh of Farmington wed Adelia Smith. A J Sumner wed Katie Almendinger. Orrin Bleakley wed Hattie E Richardson, Franklin.
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Sumner—Almendinger
Irvington
A. Rearick
A. J. Sumner
Katie Almendinger
Farmington
Monbay Market Prices for Flour and Goods in 1876
A dated Monbay listing from October 30 1876 corrected by Warren Mills shows varied prices for flour white and amber wheat per barrel or sack, corn meal per peck, and groceries including butter eggs cheese hams bacon lard sugar coffee tea and other staples with numerous figures and corrections by C P Henry.
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Monbay
Warren Mills
C. P. Henry
Coffe
Rice
Carolina
N. O
Baerns
Mackerel
Family
Rio
Java
Salt, Lake
Political Points in Erie Gazette Endorsement
The Erie Gazette argues against Wm. L. Scott a Free Trader with Northern birth and Southern principles, noting his New York interests and a million dollar bid to the New York Elevated Railway but none to the Erie Southern Railway. It says the Democratic nominee stands for No.1 interests and urges Erie men to vote accordingly.
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United States
United South
Wm. L. Scott
New York
Erie
Congress
Mr. Scott
New York Elevated Railway
Erie Southern Railway
Erie Gazette
Disputed Favorite for Congress Sparks Democratic Street Debate
Erie Dispatch notes that despite promotion of a candidate nicknamed "Eric's favorite son" for Congress, several Democratic workers on the street voiced strong opposition and gave reasons for their stance Saturday and Sunday.
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Eric
Warren
Watson
Congress
Best
Erie Dispatch
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Warren Mail
Rutherford B. Hayes
Ohio
William A. Wheeler
Leni. H. Brewster
John H. Chalfant
Allegheny
Miles L. Tracy
S. W. Starkweather
Daniel J. Morrell
Jeremiah Lyons
William Hay
William Cameron
J. B. Donley
Daniel O'Neill
William Neeb
Andrew B. Berger
M. Jackson
James Westerman
W. W. Wilbur
Henry Brace
Ss. W. Waters
M. Miles, Esq
N. P. Morrison
Sam” Tilden
Mr. Tilden
Solid South
Buchanan
Hendricks
Buck
Union
Appomattox
Gov. Hayes
Duartes Francis Adams
Herald
Massachusetts
Erie County
Hose
Democrats
Samuel J. Tilden
Warren Retail Markets
V. J. Keeney
New York State
W. J. Keeney
Roscoe Hall
John Thompson
Mooses
Mr. Thompson
Thompson
J. F. Wells & Co’s
D. H. Sanford
John T. Sanford
R. Garland
Etters
Jno
W. R. Thompson
WM. Kitchen
C. Smith
S. Keller
Talso
Warren, Pa
A. Ruhlman
Baltimore
Warren, Pat
Tyaving
I John Grindley
D. F. Anderson
Ludstow House
D.s.mcnett
T. W. McNett
GOD Save the Commonwealth
Justices of the Peace
Borough of
Court of Common Pleas
B. H. Davis
Old Exchange
Wendelboe & Soe
D. H. Wilder
Corry, Pa
A. Wise’s
Keystone
A. Wise
Shetland
D. M. Gross & Bro
George
Baliin
Ball &Cq
GEO. Ball & Co., Clothiers
Keystone Block
Henry’s
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