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Newspaper
Weekly Exponent
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1879
Page
2
A contemporary remark credits Casner with a proud victory while noting an oversight in acknowledging all townships. The piece discusses the Ohio election landscape, the role of supporters Lindley and Cunningham, and contrasts Democratic and Republican interpretations amid references to national events and editorials.
A Chicago audience hears Gen. Grant praised by General Chetlain while Conmaide Co W Pavey recalls Andersonville and Belle Isle imprisonment. The piece notes Democrats shifting to Republicans and lists Illinois Supervisorial Districts under the Census Act with appointment requirements.
Long transcripted Q A on currency, greenbacks, and government debt weighing value, coin versus paper, and repudiation. Prominent figures named include M. Pomeroy Brick Cary Butler Kearney Cooper and Washington era leaders. The piece contrasts Democrats and Republicans and warns of monetary policy effects and party shifts.
Washington November 6 The fol ly proclamation sets Thursday November 27 as a day of National Thanksgiving and Prayer urging Americans to gather in worship and thank Almighty God for mercies and continued protection. The Jefferson County Republicans faced a 100 vote majority in an election recount.
The Shiloh wedding report notes Rev C Nash officiated at the Moss residence Thursday. J Marshall son of Wm J Masey wed Miss Mila daughter of Thos I Mon in a well attended ceremony with music by Miss Hla Coleman and a full band. Guests included J Rand TC Moss and wives, Jo Ferguson and wife, GC Johnson and family, Hon CG 10 Allen, George W Smith and wife, A J Moss, William Pearcy and wife, Miss Ella Coleman, HH Speese, Miss Mollie and Cayrien Thompson. Reception featured a bountiful dinner, dancing, and lively toastings lasting past midnight.
Subscriptions for Tree Eix revee or byentdy-receer by December 1 174 will gain six weeks free. The offer extends to old subscribers and new signups with cash 150 credits by January 1 ISS. The goal is to grow the list to about 1500 and fund vigorous campaigning for the next year.
The Sun reports the statewide canvass by county supervisors, noting New York and Kings counties not yet final but unlikely to alter results by more than fifty votes. Majorities favor Republicans for Governor Cornell by 40 272 and other statewide offices with modest margins for Hosking Carr Wadsworth Ward Wendell Seymour Kelly.
Reports from Augusta indicate state authorities have certificates ready to assign seats to seventeen Democratic Senators and eighty-five Representatives. The move would give a Democratic majority and a quorum if Republicans retire.
Gov Croswell names Pornando Beaman to fill the unexpired term of the late Senator Chandler in Detroit Michigan. Election figures show Beck the Republican ahead by 21 872 with a 1 500 gain since the last state election. Gear leads Iowa with 28 808 over Rimble and 72 492 over Campbell. If you want good meat call Waite and Tromly.
A historic poem segment praising a returning leader and civic virtue. It contrasts genuine merit against showy rhetoric, calls for modest, noble leadership, and closes with a sober note on fate and national honor. Dated Kanans City November 1, 1870.
The piece argues that Southern states should appoint Presidential Electors via state legislatures rather than by popular vote. It contends brigadier threats risk corrupt practices and urges a fair, nationwide election with honest counts, warning against disenfranchising Republicans in the North or Democrats in the South, and stresses unity and lawful process.
A dated letter from the Republican Central Committee in Detroit discusses party prospects for the national election, noting unity, the aim to defeat Democratic rule, and Grant’s nomination potential. It mentions Michigan Maine New York Ohio as possible state delegates and signals a contested yet strong path to victory.
The Onward reports a large Mt Ayr turnout to hear Senator Blaine in Chariton with a rail journey led by engineer Whitney and fireman Brown. A depot gathering near 200 people voted on the presidency aboard the train, showing strong support for Blaine and Crant.
Leaving the depot at CharHon the procession moved to the rally site where Blaine was met by a grand ovation. The crowd filled the area as Blaine delivered a speech to thousands, with observers testifying to the enthusiastic reception.
The article praises Misa orth Von as a celebrated performer and claims exclusive use of Linkiment by her. Led by Be M. Shepherd & Co and Robert Honnor’s stable, the piece highlights improvements in ventilation and comfort. Dr. Giles’ Liniment cures bones and bunkers, with circular instructions offered by Be M. Shepherd & Co.
An advertisement from Burger Brothers touts a wide selection of clothing items including underwear, collars, cravats, and overcoats. It proclaims they are determined not to be outdone in low prices or quality of goods.
An article explains a simplified nickel composition plate method for watch cases reducing precious metal waste. Engraving and enamel parts are held by soldered nickel plates rolled between steel rollers, producing solid, uniform cases at lower cost with a certificate warranty.
A scattered list shows remaining letters for the past week addressed to John N Bitner Men Cousin Money Filipt Jack Vieher James Foster Michard Hardaon James Kinney John P Lee Sarah McAlister Ke Murphy Warner Patton Nellie Thomas WP Vanhorn Carlton T Young HN Vixnwas P M.
A string of mixed names appears in a damaged OCR fragment listing likely pairs or associates. The text includes JSC Laminere with Lacinds T Manner and others such as Larkin H Thetnae with Clarissa Brown and several additional combinations.
Fragmentary text mentions students likely from Lovinda, Harvey Wellawn, Nancy and Joni Lenerenscield, Kinga, and Jaaned Welly with coastal or local area hints. No clear event or outcome can be determined from the legible words.
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