02881cam a22003613u 4500 72557 UtSlPG 20260610134658.0 m cr n 260607r20231885utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 11023248 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E300 McLaughlin, J. Fairfax (James Fairfax), 1839-1903 The life and times of John Kelly, tribune of the people Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-12-31 ellinora, Bryan Ness, Bob Taylor, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "The Life and Times of John Kelly, Tribune of the People" by J. Fairfax McLaughlin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This biography chronicles the life of John Kelly, an influential New York politician known for his role in significant political movements, particularly during the Know-Nothingism era and Tammany Hall's history. The book aims to present a balanced portrayal of Kelly, highlighting his contributions as well as the challenges and controversies he faced during his political career. The opening portion of the narrative establishes John Kelly's prominence in American politics, framing him as a vital player in three critical epochs: the battle against Know-Nothingism, the internal conflicts of the Democratic Party, and the fight against the corrupt Tweed Ring within Tammany Hall. The introduction draws comparisons to other significant figures, such as Andrew Jackson, emphasizing Kelly’s strong character and public service. McLaughlin situates Kelly within the broader context of American political history, preparing readers for a detailed exploration of his early life, his ascent through various political challenges, and his ethos as a determined leader committed to civil liberties. The text further notes that Kelly’s legacy has been marred by misrepresentation, and the biography intends to clear such misconceptions by providing a comprehensive account of his life and achievements. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: The American News Company, 1885 United States -- Politics and government -- 1857-1861 United States -- Politics and government -- 1853-1857 New York (N.Y.) -- Politics and government Kelly, John, 1821-1886 Democratic Party (N.Y.) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72557 113282 113282