The Qlinston Sentinel Report Dabbles in State Affairs
The Qlinston Sentinel notes tax and bond matters, political rumors, and legislative maneuvers. It mentions Rex Batter possibly Greenback candidate, Democratic condolence to Republicans, floods on Saint Kitts, and two New England legislatures amid constitutional debates on presidential electors. It also covers Maine political instability and proposed constitutional amendments for counting electoral votes with a three-decimal method.
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House
All Committee
Bicknell
Opposition grows against Grant third term across party lines
The piece argues Republican resistance to a Grant third term is forming in the North while the South largely backs Grant, predicting a split convention stance. It claims northern opposition could defeat Grant in the Chicago convention or November election, asserting Grant is the easiest candidate for Republicans to beat.
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Grant
Friends
Sherman
Blaine
Republic
Washington
Chicago
South
U.S. Grant
Washington News predicts early adjournment of Congress
Democrats and Republicans favor a quick adjournment with leaders claiming bills will pass within a week or ten days. April 16 is cited as the adjournment target. The New York electoral district bill is favored by many Republicans to win two thirds of state votes. Senate discusses a Treasury relief bill with deposits by states under the 1836 act.
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Congress
Thurman
Randall
Supreme Cour
Judge Waste
South
New York
Empire State
Senate
Davis
West Virginia
United States
Assistant Register of the Treasury
Virginia
Pennsylvania
North Carolina
Tennessee
Kentucky
Georgia
Ohio
Massachusetts
Washington
Fahm Department
Weexix
Henan
Weexey
New York Herald Se
Distribution of funds to states based on congressional representation
The money that should be in the Treasury on January 1, 1937, is to be deposited with the states in proportion to their representation in Congress, reserving $5,900,000. This provision outlines how funds are to be allocated among states.
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United States
Congress
Fusionists Elect Smith Governor in Maine House
The Fusionists choose Joseph L. Smith as Governor after a heated Maine House session. Debate centered on legality of the assembly, with discussion of election irregularities and the oath for Murray, a Fusionist, who joined the Executive Chamber. The Senate later elected Smith Governor unanimously.
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Joseph L. Smith
House
Maine Governor Election Sparks Peaceful Resolve and Uncertainty
A legally formed body backs Governor elect Joseph L. Smith while warning action may stall until court ruling. Smith favors peace and not resistance and awaits court legality before any executive moves. Boston dispatch notes surprise at Maine Legislature and cautious approach as recesses delay further nominations.
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Joseph L. Smith
Smith
Goveror
Maine
Swithh
Cavcus
Dual Government in Maine Governing Sides Clash in Capitol Row
Republican Maine lawmakers named two gubernatorial choices after a night of ballots in which Daniel F. Davis and Bion Bradbury led for governor but no selection occurred. The Senate and a joint council then elected seven executive counselors and Secretary of State Chadbourne. A fervent oath ceremony followed as Davis prepared to take office amid mounting political tension.
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Avausta
Lamson
M. M. Folston
Clark S. Edward
Piper
J W. Channing
Horace Davis
R. W. Black
J. W.black
J. W. French
H.M. Pinsted
Richard’s Light Infantry
Gardiner
Maine
Boston
2Fer
Ald
Augusta
Senate
House
Committee On Elections
Wm Murray
Vassalboro
Nathaniel Butler
Perry
Camden
Dickey
Murray
The
Llouse
Davis
Seph IL. Smith
Alonzo Garcelun
Bion B Bury
Spraul
Venzie
Daniel F
Daniel F. Davis
Bion Brand Bury
Alonzo Garcelon
Daniel F. D
Bio
Roscoe L. Bowers
Frederick Rolin
Joseph T. Hinckley
William Wilson
James G. Pendleton
Lewis Barker
Samuel N. Campbell
Samuel J Chadbourne
Mr. Chadbourne
Barker
Ers
Pendleton
Wilson
Veunttee
Inauguration Noise as Davis Takes Office in Maine Capitol
Applause rose to loud cheers for Davis Blaine Boutelle Chamberlain Nash and Sprawl as Gov Davis took the oath of office in the Maine capitol. Deputy Secretary of State refused gubernatorial returns but clerk's copies were substituted. Davis to issue order placing public property care in General Chamberlain. Beddeford dispatch notes 50 men ready to join Augusta company. Gov Smith led Fusion Legislature to Capitol entrance. request denied reports say. Senate and House adjourned to Union Hall with session set for tomorrow.
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House
Jos. L. Smith
Alonzo Garcelun
Senate
Dickey
Fort Kant
Springfield
Ingalls
Whasset
Plaisted
Lincoln
Gen. Chamberlain
Lamson
McLaughlin
Carmel
Swann
Minot
Joseph L Smith
Alonzo Garcelon
Smith
Garcelon
Smith Guveror
Augusta
Joseph L. Smith
Strickland
Canoa
Gov. Davis
Davis
Blaine
Boutelle
Chamberlain
Nash
Sprawl
General Chamberlain
Beddeford
The Culture of White Burley Tobacco Methods
The article explains White Burley tobacco superiority over other Western types with high prices. It gives cultivation guidance including sowing between February and March, soil preferences, bed preparation, planting distances, topping limits, weed control, curing ventilation, and bulking practices, emphasizing air curing and careful grading.
Opposition to a third term in Republican and state conventions
In 1875 New York, 1876 Pennsylvania, and other states declared firm opposition to a third term for a president and cited the unwritten law limiting presidential service to two terms. The Wisconsin and Iowa conventions echoed this stance. The Washingtonist questions what might have repealed the unwritten law and changed objections to a third term.
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Aewton
New York
Pennsylvania
Iowa
Grant
Harry White
Wisconsin
Local Notices Bumper Drug Store Ads and Supplies
Local notices trumpet new drug store stock and goods: Carolina Chill Cure at 50 cents per bottle, Hop Bitters restocked at Saira’s Drug Store, Lamplight oils at Thompson’s Drug Store, Swan Down for complexion at Scanty’s, and Highlander Tobacco from Carter & Co. Also calls for a new lamp supply, cheap prices on lamps, tailored clothing by R. D. Johnston, and a level hardware store featuring new wares and sales boosts.
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Lamra
Thompson’s
Iardware
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Callum Bros. & Co
Greensboro, N. C
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Surris
Wilstom
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Pfohl & Stockton’s
New Bargain Store
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F. M. Bohannon
Davie and
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