Tilden Declines Presidency in Democratic Debate
Chicago and St Louis dispatches detail Samuel J. Tilden's letter declining the race, provoking mixed party reactions. Democrats like Bayard, Thurman, Randall and Cleveland are debated as possible nominees while Republicans view the move as a boost. In New York, delegates prepare to gather at prominent hotels as convention plans unfold amid pivotal tariff debates.
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Democrats to Hold Elaborate Chicago Convention Display
Cincinnati Enquirer reports Democrats plan a grand, showy Chicago convention with New York factions competing to outshine each other. John Kelly, dubbed grand sachem, will lodge at Palmer House with his entourage and the general wigwam group preparing a strong presence.
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Hennepin Canal Defeated by House Vote on Appropriation
In Washington June 13 the House struck out the $800,000 appropriation for the Hennepin canal, defeating the project. The river and harbor bill passed with over $12 million total, and the canal defeat followed a yeas to nays vote of 146 to 1. The Senate action and future moves to insert the section in the Senate were noted.
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Meeting of the Army of the Potomac Society
A business meeting opened at Folock in the Academy of Music for the Army of the Potomac Society. Gen Grant’s nomination faced objections from Capt Foley of Massachusetts triggering a brief clash before Grant was formally named. The gathering included remarks on hospitality and a tense exchange among officers and members.
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Veterans Tour Steamer Excursion After Grant Event
A veteran gathering linked to Gen Grant held a business meeting and tour program. The Grand Republic steamer was chartered for an excursion while weather soured. They viewed the New York Yacht Club regatta, toured Hudson scenery, landed at Bay Ridge, rode to Manhattan Beach, and planned a grand dinner funded by local citizens at 9,600 dollars.
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Berlin honors Gibbs for sympathy amid Rhine flood relief
The German emperor awarded Charles Gibson, St. Louis bar member and former solicitor general under Lincoln, the second class crown order for his sympathy with Germany and efforts aiding Rhine flood victims. Other items note racing results from Yonkers and New York, plus baseball scores from Chicago, Buffalo, and New York.
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Fire and political notes from June reports
Philadelphia fire damages instruments and tickets valued at 5000 for Western Union and Philadelphia Local Telegraph. water loss hits Western Union and American District for 500. Boston fire at Congress street building heavily damages stock and building insured for 490000 and 250000. Athlone MP Nazionalists elect Huntley McCarthy amid pamphlet attacks. Senator Hill moves postal telegraph bill in Washington. passage may decide its fate this session. Railroad land forfeiture bills target nearly 7000000 acres across multiple states. Providence reports arrest of Frank Hy Coshman for forgery awaiting extradition. Richmond hosts Count von Barke, Prussian ally of Confederacy, amid royal reception.
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Fall of Berber Massacre Reported by Rebels
The government received news confirming the fall of Berber after a fierce garrison defense. Rebels captured the works and overwhelmed the Egyptians, massacring remaining soldiers and most citizens, with 50 survivors. Governor Khadir was wounded but kept alive and captured. About 80,000 Arabs marched toward Dongola. Also notes Congressman Waller’s diamonds safe dispute.
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