Talk:1872 Democratic National Convention

Listing of "Talked About" Candidates

 * There have been cases of speculated candidates in other articles, and I thought it might be best to list those candidates who were speculated to seek the nomination, whether they personally expressed interest or not. I'll also include persons who declined to run or allow a campaign for the nomination.


 * General Winfield Scott Hancock of Pennsylvania - 01/29/1872 - NYT Article Link - Speculative Refusal
 * General Winfield Scott Hancock of Pennsylvania - 02/03/1872 - NYT Article Link - Declines Active Candidacy
 * Fmr. Senator Thomas A. Hendricks of Indiana - 02/03/1872 - NYT Article Link - Speculation
 * Congressman Clarkson Nott Potter of New York - 05/07/1872 - NYT Article Link - Paper Endorsement
 * Governor John T. Hoffman of New York - 05/15/1872 - NYT Article Link - Speculation
 * Senator Allen G. Thurman of Ohio - 05/24/1872 - NYT Article Link - Paper Endorsement