Under the influence of Tilden , Bigelow decided to rejoin the Democratic party , accepted its nomination .
Under the influence of Tilden , Bigelow was elected Secretary of State of New York , a position he held until 1876 .
Under the influence of Tilden , Bigelow decided to rejoin the Democratic party , accepted its nomination , and was elected Secretary of State of New York , a position he held until 1876 .