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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1872
Page
2
Local newspapers debate Horace Greeley's presidential bid and party loyalty. The Democratic editorial voice mixes praise and criticism, noting factional divides, Belmont’s removal, and temperance stances while contrasting Greeley’s prospects with recent national shifts. The piece mentions Father Greeley, Evansville leaders, and regional sentiment toward the Democratic ticket.
A Lafayette paper recounts a gentile tinted tale involving a one thousand dollar bond and a wife gift with a daughter. It notes editors Mr G T Ruby a colored man and one writer who was black, plus political talk about Mr Seward and grants across the era. The piece mentions Grant’s nomination and election prospects and a call for comforting consolation in the campaign.
An excerpt discusses an agricultural fair, urging farmers to join, noting past trials, and promising increased funding and improvements. It emphasizes state support, marketing efforts, and broader farmer benefit, urging active participation by all community members.
Fragmented OCR text surveys Liberal Republicans and their Democrats. It notes water supplies spurring Quarhine shops at Washington and Terre Haute machine shops. It discusses Greeley as an outspoken editor and questions his suitability for president, contrasting independence with lack of statesmanship.
A newspaper column censures attempts to sway the National Democratic Convention at Baltimore. It urges delegates to uphold principles, reject Horace Greeley, and threaten party reorganization if necessary. It emphasizes “Principles not politicians” and loyalty to Democratic candidates over expediency.
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