University of Virginia
Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Chester Alan Arthur: Domestic Affairs
A good look at the domestic policies of President Chester A. Arthur, who demonstrated an independence from the Republican Party line.
Harp Week
Cartoon of the Day: On This Day: May 13, 1882
Flooding along the Mississippi River system has been a problem for many states and presidents. Look over this political cartoon drawn by Thomas Nast and read a little history behind the problem and see why President Arthur vetoed the...
Ohio History Central
Ohio History Central: Pendleton Act
A brief accounting of why the Pendleton Act was passed, and what were the duties of the Civil Service Commission.