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June 26, 1880
The Daily Gazette
Wilmington, New Castle County, Delaware
What is this article about?
Judge J. S. Black writes from London to Samuel J. Tilden, affirming support for Tilden's Democratic nomination or, if declined, endorsement of Gen. Hancock as an acceptable alternative, emphasizing trust in Tilden's judgment amid Pennsylvania Convention discussions.
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From the N. Y. Star.
Judge Black to Mr. Tilden on Gen. Hancock.
Westminster Palace Hotel,
London, May 1.
My Dear Sir: I have just seen a Philadelphia paper containing an account of our Pennsylvania Convention, in which, among other things, it is stated that *** I had said orally before I left New York some things that I did not say.
My attitude with regard to the Democratic nomination has never changed. I have always thought and always said that we could not honorably or safely refuse to nominate you. If you declined, the necessity would become absolute to take somebody who would be acceptable to you and your friends.
If the naming of the man be left to you, I have no doubt that you will meet the responsibility like a statesman and a patriot. I had some reason to believe that you were making up your mind for good and sufficient reasons not to take the nomination, and that such would be your final determination; but I did not think that you had decided upon the person to whom you would throw your interest. Gen. Hancock has a very high place in my esteem, for reasons which I think I mentioned to you, and which I am sure you appreciate.
I rest in a profound confidence that whether you take the nomination or not, and no matter what you do in the latter event, you will do well. I endorse your paper in blank, and you may fill it up as you like.
At all times and under all circumstances, I am yours faithfully,
J. S. BLACK.
From the N. Y. Star.
Judge Black to Mr. Tilden on Gen. Hancock.
Westminster Palace Hotel,
London, May 1.
My Dear Sir: I have just seen a Philadelphia paper containing an account of our Pennsylvania Convention, in which, among other things, it is stated that *** I had said orally before I left New York some things that I did not say.
My attitude with regard to the Democratic nomination has never changed. I have always thought and always said that we could not honorably or safely refuse to nominate you. If you declined, the necessity would become absolute to take somebody who would be acceptable to you and your friends.
If the naming of the man be left to you, I have no doubt that you will meet the responsibility like a statesman and a patriot. I had some reason to believe that you were making up your mind for good and sufficient reasons not to take the nomination, and that such would be your final determination; but I did not think that you had decided upon the person to whom you would throw your interest. Gen. Hancock has a very high place in my esteem, for reasons which I think I mentioned to you, and which I am sure you appreciate.
I rest in a profound confidence that whether you take the nomination or not, and no matter what you do in the latter event, you will do well. I endorse your paper in blank, and you may fill it up as you like.
At all times and under all circumstances, I am yours faithfully,
J. S. BLACK.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
Biography
What themes does it cover?
Justice
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Democratic Nomination
Political Endorsement
Pennsylvania Convention
Judge Black
Tilden
Hancock
What entities or persons were involved?
J. S. Black
Mr. Tilden
Gen. Hancock
Where did it happen?
Westminster Palace Hotel, London
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J. S. Black
Mr. Tilden
Gen. Hancock
Location
Westminster Palace Hotel, London
Event Date
May 1
Story Details
Judge Black clarifies his stance on the Democratic nomination, supporting Tilden but suggesting Gen. Hancock as a suitable alternative if Tilden declines, expressing full confidence in Tilden's decisions.