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Greenback-Democratic Nominating Convention Sparks Debate
The piece reports Daniel L. Russell and allies at the Greenback-Democratic Convention in Wilmington contending they can defeat one Republican candidate. It notes past party shifts, court officer changes, and a spoken claim that Russell, a labor representative, has never worked with his hands. It references rhetoric about race and politics, and lists local church services and market details interwoven with the political discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel L. Russell
Court House
Congress
Duncan Holmes
Russell
Republican Party
Waddell
Canaday
Sean