At their 1876 convention, Colorado Democrats hoped for an upset in the first state elections

One week after Republicans met in Pueblo, Colorado Democrats convened their first state convention at Manitou Springs on Aug. 29, 1876. A special train from Denver, ferrying as many as 200 convention-bound passengers, “was handsomely decorated with flags and banners bearing the name of (Democratic presidential and vice-presidential candidates Samue

By: Chase Woodruff

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: August 28, 2026

Words: 659

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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One week after Republicans met in Pueblo, Colorado Democrats convened their first state convention at Manitou Springs on Aug. 29, 1876.

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A special train from Denver, ferrying as many as 200 convention-bound passengers, “was handsomely decorated with flags and banners bearing the name of (Democratic presidential and vice-presidential candidates Samuel) …

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