TY  - BOOK
AU  - Branch,Stephen H.
TI  - Stephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 12, July 10, 1858
AV  - F106 
PY  - 2017///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - New York (N.Y.) -- Politics and government
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N2  - "Stephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 12, July 10, 1858" by Stephen H. Branch is a historical publication from the mid-19th century, specifically reflecting the early years of American journalism and political discourse. As a periodical, it serves to critique society, politics, and various public figures of the time. The likely topics encompass political corruption, the integrity of public officials, and societal issues faced by the American populace during that era.  The volume reveals a scathing commentary on political figures and institutions, characterized by a sharp critique of figures such as James Gordon Bennett and the integrity of leaders like Mayor Daniel F. Tiemann. Through a series of articles, Branch exposes various scandals and manipulative practices among politicians, highlighting themes of corruption and moral decline within American society. He narrates specific incidents, such as the allegations against Tiemann and Draper and their inappropriate advances towards women, contrasting these with the noble image of historical leaders like George Washington. The publication not only serves to entertain but aims to provoke a sense of urgency among readers about the moral state of their leaders and the integrity of their society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54834
ER  -