On Mon, 3 Oct 1994 12:35:52 CDT,
Renee Raduechel  <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
>I have a bit of a problem. . .<stuff deleted>. . .
>Also:  I have no idea where Americans during the 19th century obtained their
>information about candidates for state and federal offices, aside from
>stumping the candidates did.  Did information appear in local newspapers?
>In publications like _Harper's_ or _Peterson's_?  Local party representatives?
>Distribution of information in town meetings?  Posting notices in public
>places like the general store or the blacksmith shop?
 
Renee, Don't forget the Chautauquas (1874 to mid 1930s); I believe both
sides were argued from their podia/stages. There is a good archives @ NY
Chatauqua near Erie PA.   Best,  Jim