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Newspaper
Western Sentinel
Location
Winston, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1880
Page
2
The ticket lists Gen Winfield S Hancock of Pennsylvania for President with Vice President William H English of Indiana. Thomas S Kenan from Wilson is named for Attorney General. The slate reflects a national party lineup and regional reps.
The article notes a Democratic convention in the 7th District to nominate a congressional candidate, a meeting in Yadkinville, and speeches by R F Armfield. It lists Raleigh’s population, party composition in the House, and references to Zeb Vance, Greenbackers, and Texas corn. It mentions Post Office Inspector designation, Holden’s journalism history, and Dr Tanner’s coinage tout.
Rev Dr Dermis bf New York is a pensive figure in a tangled tale. The real murderer of Mrs Sarratt is believed to be Joseph Molt. Judge Jere Back plans a history to convince the public. Col J J Seates dies in New York City after medical travel. A Raleigh invention notes a state political ticket with Baston, Garringer, Norment, Jenkins, Canpan, Moore, Black, Dockery, and Everett. Republicans debate Garfield and Hancock, with colored voters leaning toward Hancock amid corruption concerns about Garfield and the Mobilier scandal.
A New York Telegraph summary reports on southern sentiment for General Hancock in the 1868 Republican scene. It notes Virginia likely backing Hancock with 15,000 to 25,000 votes, while North Carolina remains solid and Virginia’s finances drew criticism. The piece cites the desire for civil governance, the balance of military power, and hopes of nationwide reconciliation, framing Hancock as the prudent choice amid a divided field. The report includes remarks on General Grant’s candidacy and Hancock’s perceived fit to govern justly.
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