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The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
The Currenc 1uestiOn and the Presiden
fial Election.

The Cnrrene 1uestion and the Presiden
r. 81 fial Election.
There is nothing 10 prevent the
election of Democratic President,
except the unseemly chickering's OF 3
few extremists OH the financial ques-
ton, whose persistent attempts TO di-
vide and distract the party should no
longer be tolerated, and which, if per-
sisted i'm must be taken as indubitable
evidsnce that they are working i'll the
interest of the common enemy of hon
est gOvernment-Iadica 1t is
folly to pretend that there is not an
honest difference of opinion on the
subject of the currency. But shall
those who entertain one opinion sur
render absolutely to those holding the
opposite view? And if SO, which
side is to surrender, and who shall de.
termine2 Neither side can or will
surrender absolutely to the other, and
to attempt to force such thing would
be nti-Democratic. In times past
there are differences of views IN the
Democratic party-as with their OPP
ponents-as to matters of government
al policy, but these differences were
harmonized in the same spirit Of COM
promise and concession that was nec-
essary in the formation Of the Constl-
tuition. The man who is not willing
to entertain this spirit is All enemy to
the Democrotic party, it matters not
what kind OF cloth he wears or what
watchwords he uses. H-.t
But the finance question is not one
that properly enters into a Prcsldcn-
tial contest. The President has no
voice in the regulation of the currency.
1t is question that belongs wholly to
Congress, and like all other questions
that are determined by Congress must
at last be relegated to the CongressiOn.
al Districts for determination by the
people. The Radical party is as much
or more divided ON the finance ques.
ton than the Democracy, but its lead.
ers are wise enough to refrain from
bringing their conflicting views into
sharp collision, trusting that the Dem
ocracy may divide on q question that
will give them an opportunity 10 re.
gain powert that they have partially
lost.
1t is suicidal folly for the Democra.
cy to divide upon the partition of an
estate before it comes into possession
| When we elect President and Con
gress, il will be time enough TO deal
! with this question and not till then
aud the Democracy are amply able tC
settle this question properly, when
once they get the opportunity. Their
first and highest duty is TO turn the
thieves out Of power. save the rem.
nanis OF self-gOvernmemt,a aud rebuild
the Republic upon its ancient tOmnda'
| tiOns.-Pitfsbnrgh Posi-. ....-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

THE thanks of the people of Ohio
are due to President Grant for his
faithful adherence to Republican prin-
ciples, and we assure him OF the graf.
itude of the country for the dislin-
guished service he has rendered us a
soldier and civilian. Plat
form.
The Ohio Republicans, in their en-
dOrsement Of Grant, failed 10 define
the "Republican principles to which
he has 40 faithfully adhered. Did
they consist i'm the sale Of Post-Trader-
ships to hls brother Orvil, or was il
The acceptance OF the resignation of
his bribe taking Cabinet officer? Or
is it Republican principle TO defeat
and protect his private Secretary from
the just rigors of the law. for stealing
the revenues Of the government
They should define and explain this
matter, so that the people may under
stand just how far the endorsement OF
Grant and his administration Is intend
ed to 60. Are all of Grants acts en-
dorsed and aaproye Adrer-
| hSer. asid .tHa $40 -t4 81. ta-r 'is
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
Why Army Onicsrs Could Not Expose
RelknAp,

Why Army Onicers Could Not Expose
Belknap,
WASHINGTON, April 4.-Gcn. Custer
question, "Why was it you and other
officers Of the army have not given
information of these abuses on the
frontier, of which you have testified" !"
answered, "Because of an order dated
March Is, 1878, as follows:
s.F'irst. No officer, actiye or retired,
shall directly or indirectly, without
being called upon by the proper au.
thority, solicit, suggest or recommend
action by members of Congress-.
"Second. Communications by OFF,
GERS relative to subjects Of . military
character will be forwarded through
the General of the Army and Secre-
transmittal.
.sThird. An officer visiting the seat
of government during q CongressiOn-
al session will, upon his arrival, regis
ter his name at the adjutant generals
Office as now required, and in addi-
ton address letter to the adjutant
general of the army reciting the pnr-
pose of and the time which will be
embraced in his visit, and the author
.ity under which he is absent frsIn his
command or station, and the purpes e
or object so recittd will be the strict
guide of the officer during his stay"
ten. Cnster proceeded 10 say: "This
order closed the mouths OF all army
officers with regard TO the abuses that
existed OH the frontier. Officers knew
il they sent complaints 10 Congress
men through the Secretary of War
they would be pigeon-hoIed, and the
officers, would probably be pigeon
hoIed too. IL was generally under
stood i'm the army that violation OF
this order would he apt To cause an
officer to lose his commission. /" al,
Gen. Cusiar said he was satisfied
that the object of the order was 10
cover up ti,e doings Of the Secretary
Of War. - -
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

The testimony of Whitley before
the Judiciary Committee of Congress
duplicates Babcock, the Presidents
Private Secretary, with the infamous
safc-burglary affair. He swore that
the arrangements for the burglary
were begun in the White House that
Babcock furnished him means to pay
his men and was desirous that he
(Whitely) should leave the country
for his (Babcock's) good. Washing
ION dispatches say that, with the evi-
dence the Committee have dug up@ the
grand jury will indict both Babcock
and Harrington before the week ends.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
.TuEnE are .hish-priced lawyers il

6 ;THERE are high-priced lawyers in
the country, whose big fees make
those of Thurman, Pendletsn, Charles
: O'Conor and others appear moderate.
; John b. FELTON,. of San Francisco.
. was paid just sI,OOO,OOO for winning &
) 8 mining suit, and NJ. Ii. Tilden and
j. +. Follet, of Cincinnati, in the case
of Piatt vs.. the LongwOrth heirs, are
2 paid S250,0OO. And yet not Radical
= paper has uttered howl over these
enormous charges, and for the only
reason that they don't see any way in
which they can make party capital by
doing SO.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

IT is . little cheeky for one whe
prominaded the town hall arm in arm
on election day with q man whose
wife obtained divorce from him al
the last term of our Court OF Common
Pleas on the ground of drunkenness
and brutal treatment, to be denounc-
ing his fellow Republicans who had
the independence to disregard ring
dictation and vote for Mr.. Kelly for
Treasurer, as belonging to the hummer
element. Such fellow has sufficient
metal in his face to run a brass foun-
dry.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
TaE Radicals are trying TO extract

TIE Radicals are trying TO extract a
they have carried Rhode Island. They
are gnite welcome 10 it. 1t is hardly
ts be expected that the little rotten
borough owned and controlled by a
few capiialits, where they require that
q man shall have real estate to The
value of s1:;3 TO eniitle him to vote
and where negroes are eligible 10 Of
flee and fOreign-born citizens are not,
wsuid have any leaning toward DEM
dorsey.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

{. GEN. UENDERsoN's evidence rela-
tive to Fox, the grand-iuryman who
revealed the case against Babcock to
Grant, states that in return for this
service the son of Fox was sent abroad
osteusibly as consul, but in reality to
get foreign college education at the
expense of the government.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

The Radical papers arc shouting
over "large Republican gains" in
Connecticut. With over eighty Dem
ocratic majority on joint ballot in the
Legislature-a Democratic gain of ono
in the Senate, and twenty-five iu the
HOuse-they have great cause for their
joy.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

WITH possibly two exceptions. the
House Committee on foreign affairs,
from the evidence already taken,
would report that Gen Schenck, in
becoming Director in the Emma
Mining Company and in specuIating
In its stock, did a reprehensible act,
but that he was not guilty of inten-
fional dishonesty in originally con-
necting himself with the enterprise.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

The Chinese question is creating
considerable excitement in California.
How to get rid of the Celestials is the
problem that puzzles them. Are they
net men and brothers?
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

The order forbidding army officers
from communicating with Congress
men was issued by Belknap immedi-
ately after Gen. Hazen's report Of the
Fort Sill leadership sale in 1872.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

THE bullionists are fierce to have
silver coin substituted for the present
fractional currency. They want "hon-
est money" and therefore advocate
that which is threa per cent below
Z ar in gresnbacks. g,t
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

A SLIGHT DIFFERESCE.-Gen. Gar.
field wants the boys to ask their old
muskets how to vote. the Ravenna
Ring claim that mans vote is not
his own, and that they have right to
be consulted on the subject.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

TaE bill reducing the Presidents
salary to the old fgure-S25, 900 year
has passed both Houses Of Congress
and only awaits the signature or the
President 10 bseOne a law. This
places Grant in rather an awkward
Gx
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

The dealers at San Francisco refuse
10 receive the new trade dollar for
over ninety cents; and now that "hon-
est money is in danger OF being de-
mOnetiZed.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

II For the purpose Of choosing seven delegates 10
Yepresent tue said County in the Democratic
state Convention to be held in Cincinnati on
the 18th day of May, to select County Central
Committee. and for the transaction of such 9TH
a 81 business as may come before the Convention.
ri Delegates are apportioned among the several
townships on the basis of one delegate to every
4 10 votes cast fer William Allen for Governor at
the October election in 1875, and one for a SUR
plus OF IS or more, which will entitle the seve-
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

NAVAL officers are prohibited from
revealing the rascalitiss of the service
by just such an order as that by which
the mouths of army officers have been
closed since 1872.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

AMONG The laws passed by the Ohio
Legislature. - one making il an Of
tense punishable by line and impris-
onmeni, for aly person to try to get
on or off Railroad Train when j ~
under motion. ....- at,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

A FIGHT took place in the Southern
Republican Club meeting in New Or
leans on the 9Th inst, at which two
persons were killed outright, and ten
wounded.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
April 10th, 1876.

.ma1 90 Y.,D7S-i lssls pInoqs
sls!oUO uvo!IqadsH GpA uossoI Gus
lsq1 ST 'mlsIo psoII!vI 1sql Su!loaIIoo
IoJ sSLBqo s!q u! pao!ld q5IQ OoI suA
uolsIpus.l II s6IosD 1sHl asnLLlS
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

WosD from Washington gays that il
is reported that Grant has determined
to veto the bill reducing tie Fresi
dents salary to s25.OOO yssr,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

An elevator aud the old depot al
Rochester, Ind, were destroyed by
fire on the night of tie 9TH. Loss from
$4,000 to $4,000.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
Whole number of Delcpat..

Whole number OF Delegates, 81
All those opposed to the present corrupt rule,
and in favor of q return to the purer and better
days of the republic, are earnestly requested to
unite with us in the work necessary to secure
the desired reforms.
-sL vi, By or,ier of the Central Committee
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

a. TISTEwA ART, the merchant prince
Of New York, died on Monday last,
the 10th inst. His funeral Ia to take
place today. ,.ss ..., .,. ..t .
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

MORTON seemed To be the favOrite
with the colored people who conven-
ed lately at Nashville, Tenn.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
state Greenback Convention.

A convention of those who demand
. relief from the present financial
troubles and reform Of fhcCurrcncy,
met at Columbus Oh Thursday last.
The attendance was not very large, but
was respectable in numbers aud COM
posed Of representative men.
o. H. Sheldon, of Youngstown, was
chosen President, and Ralph Leet, of
IrontsB, Secretary.
DIR. VIM. Trevitt aud J. o. B., Ran
nick, of Columbus, Reuben Cowdall,
Of youngstown, Henry Blandy, Of
Evansville, Jacob Riblet of Gallon
and Ralph Leet, of Ironton, were ap-
pointed q committee to draft and re-
port resolutions.
Speeches were made by Messrs
Leet, Sheldon and Williams and dis
patches were read from Eugene Beebe,
of New York, and others who sympa-
thize with the movement. yl
The following resolutions were, re-
ported by the Committee and adopt
ed:
"WHEsEAs, In view of the failure
OF the present Democratic House of
Representatives and the Republican
Senate 10 repeal the odious and op-
pressive Specie Resumption Act Of
January IA, 1875, and to furnish imam
cia! relief to the depressed industries
Of the country, thus disappointing the
just hopes and expectations OF a suf-
fering people,. and in view OF the
alarming development OF frauti, brib-
cry, aud official corruption that pre-
! walls and tiebauches every branch OF
the public service, menacing every ex :
istence of our free institutions, we Of
fer the suggestions. for remedy EN-
bodied in The following resolutions:
r 'fResO1rea, That we earnestly appeal
TO the people Of Ohio and Of other
STATES 10 organize themselves for the
purpose OF carefully considering the
perilOns condition of the country, and
10 unite and WELD their influence and
political power in securing the reno
vati0n Of the Government, and especi-
ally for the unconditional repeal OF the
so-called Resumption Act, and for the
achievement OF their rescue from the
disaster Of its enforcement.
"Resolred, That we believe that a
United States note, issued directly by
the Government, and convertible on
demand into United States interest
bearing obligations, equivalent in val
ne to gold, and, exchangeable for
United States notes at par, will afford
the best circulating medium ever en-
joyed by any nation, and we believe
such system of currency will finally
prevail, not only in the United States
but in Great Britain and all civilized
countries of the world. Such United
States notes should be a legal tender
and receivable by Government for all
dues, including customs.
"RcsOlrcd, That we hold that it is
the duty Of the Government to furnish
circulating medium to the country
The following State Central Com
mittee was appointed:
w. Trcyitt, OF Columbus; Henry
Blandy, of GAINESVILLE Chas. BOrland,
OF Lancaster; S. S. Buckley, Of Column
bus Jacob Riblit, of Galien ; Reuben
Carroll, Of Youngstown; j. G Cham
bers, OF Paineevillc j John III. Hudson.
OF Sandusky;N. ID. Bartlett, of Lorain
James G.. Manly, of Muskingum
Ralph Leete, Of Ironton, aud John r.
ShryOck, of GAINESVILLE.
The Executive Committee was au.
thorized to appoint delegates to the
National Convention at Indianapolis
OH the 17th of MAY.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
THE MARKETS.

RAvENNA. April s., 1876.
FLOUR R-Ranaes from IS 10, for K Red
to 81 00 for xxx white. Demand steady.
WHEAT-S1 s5c. q 81 so.
CORN-Shelled brings 60c; ears, 90 q 25e.
OATS-New, 80 q 33c. Sales dull.
RYE-NO. brings 80 q 65s;
BUCKwHEAT-From SIC. . zoe,
BUCkwHEAT FLOUR-$S per cwt.
BARLEY-None In market.
HAY-Selling at SO . t1s; according to
quality.
BEEF-Pcr cwt., Is q %.
HOGS-Dressed, per cwt.. 81 %. e. IS 20, ae-
cortling to quality.
LARD-City rendered lie.
SMOKED AEATS-City sugar Cured Hams
selling at 1Gc; Country 12l.e.
Shoulders. City cured selling al 1sI.e. Dried
Beef selling at 20c.
POULTRY-Small supply in the market
Chickens dressed. buyers pay 10 q IL cents un-
dressed q Sc Turkies. live . eents: dress
ed, ~ q lae.
BUTTER--3oe., supply light.
CuEESE-Faetory. retails, Ice.
EGGS buyers pay lac per doz.
POTATOES-So market.
BEANsIhsies hand picked in coed demand
at 81 70 per bu. Medium q rs.
ONIONS bushei ~ 2 soc.
HOPS--30c.
SAGE-Retaiis st s0c 016c.
ViSEGAk-Pure cider. retaiis SOC per gal.
TALLOW-Buyers pay &c.
HIDES-Green. trimmed q 3i.c.
TEATHERS-Best retail at T5s.
WHITE LIME-S1 20 per bbl.
WATER LIME-t2 IS
SALT-Coarse sells 81 q IS; nae q IS.
WOOD-stove g Oo6. So. 8 feet wood ts 90
q ts 50 per cord.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
DIED.

HOLDEN.-In Charlestown, on Saturday NOR
ming, April Sth, 1876, of consumption, Julia
Ann, wife of John A. Holden and daughter OF
Hon. Luther L. Brown, in the 45th year of her
age. s.
MORG AN.-m Edinburgh, o.. April 9Th. 1876.
at II O'Clock T. NJ, Thomas l., infant son of
Lewis and Sarah T. Morgan. aged weeks.
MORGAN.-In Edinburgh. o., April eth. 1876.
at 30 O'Clock A. NJ, Sarah T.. wife Of Lewis
Morgan agc'l ?? years. months and days.
"She was a tender wife and mother here,
And in her life the I.oId did fear;
We trust our loss will lie her gain.
And that with Christ 81 e'S gone to reign .
Edinburgh. April 10 1876. J.. N.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

JUSTICES ELECTED.-The following
Justices of the Peace were elected at
the election on the 3rd inst:
John w. Hoffman, Deertield;
Samuel r. Mix, RoOtst0wn;
Thomas q. Angel, Windham;
David NJ. Evans, Palmyra
James w. Seymour, ROotst0wn
James p. Coe, Randolph;
Isaac Russell, Franklin;
Spencer b. Morris, CharlestOwn
Frank Squire, Hiram
Eieazer Lord, Ravenna.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

sKINNER-SMITH.-Ey the Rev. Gearge Oar
sic, on Monday, April 10th, 1876. in Raven a
Mr.. Sylyanns Skinner and Miss Cornelia NJ
Smith, both Of Mantua.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

The south wing of the Female Sem
mary at Delaware, o., was burned
Friday morning.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
also have for sale
% VILLAGE LOTS.

Well located on high rolling ground. ami in the
most pleasant and growing part Of the town
Will he sold cheap ami on easy terms.
Ravenna. O.. Jan: d. 1878 3S2
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
Wagon Making and
Repairing.


NYOULD inform the people OF Portage coun-
w tythat he is prepared to manufacture all
kinds of LUMBER and SPRING. WAGONS.
and to do general repairing promptly and i'll
the best manner, Also. HORSE SHOEING and
GENERAL BLACKSMITHING.
Prices from 10 to 20 per cent. below any
heretofore charged in this region. 70 L cash.
WAGONS of all kinds constantly on hand.
Works on Main Street, West OF z. Il p. Il. Il.
Depot. .ffilf
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

Rayenna March 4. 1915:
MIR. q. 8. BUZZELL: Dear Sir-We e have been
using one of your one horse wagons now over
two years in Onr lumber yard, often loading il
with one thousand ieet OF green hemlock and
oak, and we think it the hest and easiest run
ming wagon ever had. IL will carry GOO
lbs, and has never cost ms dollar Tor repan
for that time. Yours. truly.
G. SUTHERLAND < co.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
DEMOCRATIC
COUNTY CONVENTION,

~ The Democrats OF Portage County are 1e
qnestet to meet in convention, by delegates a
Citizens Hall, in Ravenna, ON
6ss Saturday, May 18th, 1876,
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13

Shalersyiilc March .s 1875.
Mr.. o. S. HCZZELI.. Dear Sir In the fall of
1852 purchased of you alight wagon. Weight
with box on, Lsa pounds. IT is thin mble skein.
which think is the easiest running wagon in
use. have frequently drawn 3eU0 pounds up
on it at one time. All the expense that put
upon il for the first twelve wears for set
ting tire once. Yours, with respect.
<. G. ELDRIDGE.
The Democratic press. [volume] (Ravenna, O. [Ohio]) 1868-1901, 1876-04-13
TESTIMONIALS.

Ravenna, March 90, IS75
MIR. 0. S. RUZZELL: Dear Sir:-My Wagon that
purchased of you about two years ago. must
ack nOwledge is much better than j expected.
Being of medium size. 1 thought it too light for
my business; but it is Just right. runs light and
easy, and have often carried on it 1400s bricks
from my kiln. 1t viii carry eight Thousand
pounds and has never cost me cent for
pairs. Yours truly, H. f. CARlS.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1876-02-17

lie lands of the United States. The Centennial
bill was taken up and several amendments were
offered and rejected The Consular and Diplo-
matte Appropriation bill was debated in Commit
tee of the Whole in the House.
On the 10tn memorial was presented in the
Senate from the Washington Monument Society.
asking for an appropriation to aid in completing
the Washington monument. The bill for the ex-
tension of the time for the construction and COM
pletion of the Northern Pacific Railroad was
passed-35 to 49, The Centennial Appropriation
bill was debated. In the House, memorial
was presented and referred from citizens of
Louisiana, praying for relief against certain po-
litical evils existing in that State. The Consular
and Diplomatic Appropriation bill was taken up
in Committee of the Whole, and speeches were
made by Messrs, Hale, Lynch, of Mississippi,
Blaine and Tarbox: Mr.. Biaine>s speech was
lengthy one, devoted chiefly to the currency
question, and in advocacy of specie resumption,
and Mr.. Tarboxs remarks were in answer to his
(Rlaine's) arguments