Index for Zachariah Chandler An Outline Sketch of His Life

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"Zachariah Chandler: An Outline Sketch of His Life and Public Services" by the Detroit Post and Tribune is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book outlines the life and contributions of Zachariah Chandler, a significant political figure in Michigan's history, focusing on his role in various public services and the development of the state. At the start of the book, the narrative introduces Zachariah Chandler's early years, covering his New England heritage and upbringing in Bedford, New Hampshire, a community noted for its strong character and pioneering spirit. It touches upon Chandler's descent from early settlers and outlines the characteristics of the town he hailed from, emphasizing its emphasis on civil and religious liberty. The opening also hints at the decisive moments in Chandler's life that led him westward to Michigan, where he would thrive as a businessman and political leader, marking the beginning of his journey toward becoming a prominent figure in American politics during a tumultuous era in the nation’s history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

• The Project Gutenberg eBook ofZachariah Chandler: An Outline Sketch of His Life and Public Services
• INTRODUCTORY LETTER.
• TABLE OF CONTENTS.
• LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS.
• CHAPTER I.BIRTHPLACE AND ANCESTRY IN NEW ENGLAND.
• CHAPTER II.PARENTAGE AND CHILDHOOD.
• CHAPTER III.REMOVAL TO MICHIGAN—MERCANTILE SUCCESS—BUSINESS INVESTMENTS.
• CHAPTER IV.THE PANORAMA OF NORTHWESTERN DEVELOPMENT.
• CHAPTER V.THE COMMENCEMENT OF POLITICAL ACTIVITY—RECORD AS AN ANTI-SLAVERY WHIG.
• CHAPTER VI.THE FORMATION OF THE REPUBLICAN PARTY.
• FOOTNOTES:
• CHAPTER VII.THE FIRST ELECTION TO THE SENATE.
• CHAPTER VIII.THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SOUTHERN CONSPIRACY—THE ELECTION OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN.
• CHAPTER IX.SERVICES TO THE CAUSE OF THE PROTECTION OF HOME INDUSTRY.
• CHAPTER X.SERVICES TO NORTHWESTERN COMMERCIAL INTERESTS AND THE CAUSE OF INTERNAL IMPROVEMENTS.
• CHAPTER XI.THE OUTBREAK OF THE REBELLION—NO COMPROMISE OF CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS.
• CHAPTER XII.THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE CIVIL WAR.
• CHAPTER XIII.THE COMMITTEE ON THE CONDUCT OF THE WAR.
• FOOTNOTES:
• CHAPTER XIV.THE VIGOROUS PROSECUTION OF THE WAR.
• CHAPTER XV.THE PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN OF 1864.
• CHAPTER XVI.THE ADMINISTRATION OF ANDREW JOHNSON—RECONSTRUCTION AND IMPEACHMENT.
• CHAPTER XVII.THE PRESIDENCY OF GENERAL GRANT—THE REPUBLICAN CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE.
• CHAPTER XVIII.THE MAINTENANCE OF A SOUND CURRENCY AND THE PUBLIC FAITH.
• CHAPTER XIX.SECRETARY OF THE INTERIOR IN THE CABINET OF PRESIDENT GRANT.
• CHAPTER XX.THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 1876—AT HOME—THE MARSH FARM NEAR LANSING.
• CHAPTER XXI.THE MICHIGAN ELECTION OF 1878—MR. CHANDLER'S RETURN TO THE SENATE—"THE JEFF. DAVIS SPEECH."
• CHAPTER XXII.THE CAMPAIGN OF 1879—MR. CHANDLER'S LAST DAYS—DEATH AND FUNERAL.
• APPENDIX.
• The Doric Pillar of Michigan.A MEMORIAL ADDRESS,Delivered in the Fort Street Presbyterian Church, Detroit, Mich., Thursday Morning, Nov. 27, 1879,
• TRANSCRIBER'S NOTES
• THE FULL PROJECT GUTENBERG LICENSE
• Chapter 33

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