Republicans Seek a Promising Candidate and Electoral Strategy
The Cleveland Herald analyzes the 1884 electoral map, arguing Republicans must field a candidate likely to win Ohio or New York or a combination of other states. It notes 401 total electoral votes, with 201 needed, and assesses which states remained solid or lean for each party, highlighting California New Jersey and Nevada as key swing states and outlining past results from 1880.
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The Cincinnati Riots Teach Respect for Law and Due Process
A historical editorial condemns Cincinnati mob violence and railroading of justice, urging citizens to seek lawful avenues rather than taking matters into their own hands. It notes mobs terrorize juries, threaten impartial trials, and underscores accountability for deaths of innocent citizens.
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Congress Seeks to Honor Minister Nargent and Wool Duty Debate
In the House Monday Finerty introduced a joint resolution praising United States Minister Nargent for faithful service at the German Empire court. The Democratic Congress has not restored the wool duty as urged months ago. A report claims Mackey paid $2,000 to have Cobillbee's speech on the Lesker resolution cabled abroad.
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Republican Peace and Unity in Presidential Race 1884
The New York Tribune notes rising Republican interest in the presidency after years of turmoil. The party shows amicable discussion among Arthur Logan Blaine Edmunds and others, with delegates freed from pressure and the unit rule dead. A proposed 1887 convention would consider amendments to the Constitution including presidential succession and woman suffrage. Sargent’s note on Bismarck draws comment as Albany Evening Journal sells to Blaine interests for 140000.
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James G Blaine praised as destined presidential candidate
A Butte miner writes to the Argonaut urging James G Blaine for President. He lauds Blaine’s intellect and leadership, predicts a one sided campaign, warns Democrats would suffer defeat, and favors Blaine’s nomination at Chicago with independent prospects if not chosen. The writer argues Blaine can expand markets and secure a peaceful ascent.
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Case of Minister Sargent Ends in Resignation
The Case of Minister Sargent discusses his appointment to St. Petersburg, later decline and resignation from the German Mission due to ill health. It notes a perceived snub by the State Department, Sargent's democratic social approach, and friction with Berlin officials contributing to his exit.
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Berlin Mission Not Offered to Folger or Sargent
The report that Secretary Folger would be offered the Berlin mission is denied by presidential authority. Folger will remain in the Treasury Department and not accept the post. If Sargent goes to St Petersburg the Berlin mission will be left to H Sidney Everett as Charge d Affaires. Everett, born 1834, is the eldest surviving son of the late Edward Everett.
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Tariff-Tinkers Acknowledge Weakness and Reform Hope
The Democrats abandon hopes of passing revenue reform this session and may face another challenge from Randall wing opposition. Kentucky delegates at large Henry Watterson and Blackburn plan to push a strong revenue reform and incidental free trade plank at the Democratic Convention to leverage a larger body. They seek to influence the platform beyond the House, where a strong protection faction exists. The March public debt is estimated to drop by 15,000,000.
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Blaine Strengths Maryland and Grant Avoids Blaine Meeting
A Philadelphia Press Baltimore special reports Robert Haydon noting broad Republican support for Blaine and Lincoln across Maryland with four fifths of Western Maryland and Annapolis Republicans backing Blaine. Grant says he will not attend any Blaine outreach dinner. Mahone mobilizes captains to push his interests at the Republican National Convention, with county meetings adopting machine resolutions and Richmond dispatches detailing indorsement plans.
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Condition of Cuba and Florida: Gould interview
New York dispatch reports Jay Gould saying Cuba is in deplorable condition with taxation near ruin and planter and merchant troubles. He praises Florida’s influx of Northern capital and enterprise, notes Fernandina hotels full, and urges deeper southern harbors funded by U.S. surplus to boost growing commerce.
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General Sherman Declines Democratic Presidential Bid
A St Louis special reports General Sherman, after being asked about reports he might decline the Democratic nomination, stating he has been a Republican all his life and is out of public life for good. He adds he would not take offense and seeks rest and quiet. He confirms decisively that he is not a Democratic candidate.
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Collector Sullivan to Resign May First
Washington dispatch reports Senator Miller received notice of Collector Sullivan's resignation effective May 1. Sullivan, in poor health, had discussed quitting the Customs service and Miller sought a consulship to aid his health. President Arthur would approve, but Sullivan declines a consulship for health reasons. His term ends in June, yet he wishes to quit May 1 to settle accounts before term end.
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Who Was the Somebody in Blaine Poisoned Garfield Mind
The New York Sun prints Belford's two column statement from 1881 detailing Garfield's visit and the belief that Stalwarts and Blaine's faction sought to mold his view. Belford shows Conkling remained friendly until Garfield was influenced to distrust the Stalwarts and Grant allies. He recalls advising against Mills' cabinet appointment due to alleged California monopoly ties.
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Sandwich Islands
Morrison Tariff Question Faces House Debates this Week
Washington dispatch reports Morrison's tariff bill likely to be taken up in the House this week but prospects of passage are doubtful. Opponents hint at striking the enacting clause, while Republican leaders split over its merits. Some Democrats and Republicans consider a caucus to appoint a committee to study tariff policy, possibly delaying action for two to three weeks.
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Georgia Turmoil Alleges Negro Uprising Near Sandersville
Authorities in Sandersville Georgia act on grave fears of a planned black uprising prompted by a communist emissary urging enslaving massacre of whites. Precautions are being taken to prevent violence amid tense racial strife.
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National convention delegate counts and nomination rules
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago next July will have 802 delegates needing 535 votes under the two thirds rule. The 1880 Cincinnati convention had 738 delegates. The Republican National Convention in June will have 810 delegates requiring 411 votes. The two thirds rule makes Democratic nominating practically impossible for a dissenting candidate, while Republicans may fare differently.
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Sullivan Nominated for Russian Mission
The Alta reports Eugene Sullivan, collector of San Francisco who has resigned, is likely to be offered the post as Russian minister. He had previously declined the minister to China appointment.
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Blaine in the 1880 Nomination Race Rumors
Washington April 1. Political gossip swirls as Blaine leads the Republican field for the national convention. Arthur supporters claim Blaine cannot win on first ballot. Logan Sherman and Edmunds are discussed as alternate favorites. Conkling may return, possibly as Senator, if Blaine is not nominated.
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A Temperance Prayer at Sacramento Legislature Session
The Assembly opened with a chaplain's prayer praising a shift away from liquor sales in the Capitol and expressing thanks for defeating the Bonded Whisky bill. The remarks suggest an effort to imprint prohibition views on lawmakers.
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Roscoe Conkling Delegates Win Most Wards At Attica
Dispatch reports that the stalwart Republicans carry every ward except the Eleventh in Attica New York with delegates backing Roscoe Conkling for President.
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Minister Bargent declines St Peters burg mission sighting climate
Minister Bargent told reporters he refused the St Peters burg mission due to fear of the climate in the Russian capital and urgent reasons to return to America. The Yellowstone area covers 35782 square miles, 3389 more than Ireland and larger than Rhode Island and Delaware combined.
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The People's Year in Politics and Reform
The piece argues the coming campaign should move beyond regional factionalism toward merit and independence. It urges electing capable, honest men over party machines, supports primaries to cleanse political life, and warns that incompetence or self serving leaders threaten good government.
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The Ticket of 1668 in Austin Reveille's Files
The Austin Reveille recalls the National Union Ticket with President A. Grant and Vice President Schuyler Colfax, plus a full slate of state and local offices. A separate National Democratic Ticket lists Horatio Seymour for President, F. P. Blair for Vice President, and numerous electors and officials.
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W. J. Blake
J. A. Mitchell
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F. P. Blair
Wm. Woodburn
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J E. Springer
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Dudley Sale
Neian Aspirant Denies Congressional Candidacy
Hawtacong Nev March 17 1884 T H Wer denies being a candidate for Congress and objects to being published as a candidate without knowledge or consent stating he has no intention to run.
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Judge Hawley Declines Nomination for Supreme Judge
Austin Reveille notes Judge Hawley will decline the nomination for Supreme Judge. Judge D. C. McKenney is frequently discussed as a potential candidate and would likely be a popular choice for the post.
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Reno Journal Closes Tenth Year Celebration Note
The Reno Journal has closed its tenth year and is praised as an excellent local journal and a firm friend of Reno and its interests. May the paper's success continue, says the Carson Tribune.
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Knights of Pythias to Attend New Orleans Festivities
Many Nevada Knights of Pythias plan to attend Order festivities in New Orleans this month as reported by the Carson Appeal.
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Carson
Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription Promoted by Ad Copy
An advertisement touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for painful disorders peculiar to women and linked to menstrual issues, urging readers to obtain the product from any druggist. The language echoes late 19th century patent medicine promotion and emphasizes efficacy for female ailments.
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