21 Aug 1884
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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1884
Page
1
The article prints Grover Cleveland’s formal acceptance of the Democratic presidential nomination, praising the party platform and urging government by the people. It includes his critique of “tender” platitudes, support for labor, and calls for honest governance, followed by Hendricks’ acceptance of the vice presidential nomination.
Reports from Ciucaco and Museurs describe two gunmen pursuing David Avery after he burned his wheat stacks to avoid a levy by a constable. Fires last night burned Avery s house and barn while his family remains under arrest amid widespread excitement.
The 1854 Franklin county convention that formed the Republican name and platform is celebrated in Strong Me with flags, banners, and speeches. Surviving members recall the event as the party’s birth, as a procession, veterans, and speakers gather at Hardwood grove. Nilson Dingley Jr chairs a program recalling the party’s early years.
Aug 20 report notes the jury in the French scandal case failed to agree after three attempts and was dismissed. The item cites multiple regional tallies and a sense of unresolved tension surrounding the case.
Aug 20 report from Yorn shows a 15 year old daughter of farmer Watson was assaulted, robbed, and murdered while en route to market this morning. The incident is noted as a brutal crime with no suspect details given.
English opinion on the Greeley tragedy aligns with Arctic explorers who say the crew deserves pity. Leigh Smith argues against drawing lots for death but allows eating dead comrades to survive. East coast papers push for General Laven’s dismissal, framing an investigation as partisan spite.
An old encyclopedia notes ammonia arises from animal urine putrefaction. It suggests testing baking powders like Royal or Andrews Pearl by heating a can and smelling the vapor. Price’s Cream Baking Powder is claimed to be free of ammonia and impurities and is promoted as clean and healthy. The Journal asserts its job rooms produce superior printing with good stock and skilled masters.
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