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Newspaper
Belmont Weekly Dispatch
Location
Belmont, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1892
Page
2
For District Attorney, Charles H. Brown of Amity. For Justice of Sessions, W B Renwick of Belfast. For Coroners, Theo S Thomas of New Hudson.
The fragment notes Democratic worry about Blaine’s health and criticizes fondness for Ben with a remark about a grandfather’s hat reflecting partisan flavor.
A columnist argues that Grover Cleveland, famed as a prolific letter writer, would be considered a hero if his wartime sacrifices matched his civic devotion. The piece contrasts literary output with battlefield sacrifice.
The speaker notes that the Democratic party often thrives when times are tough, calling this a characteristic of the party’s record and inviting discussion on whether more of such behavior is desired.
Work on Fort Washington below Washington advances with plans for heavy artillery including four 12 inch guns six 10 inch guns three 8 inch guns eight 12 inch mortars and an extensive submarine mine system. Naval officers call the river defenses among the most complete and destructive torpedo defenses in the world will guard the river front.
Representative Bynum of Indiana doubts the Democratic outlook and talks of a cautious view after a three week New York trip. He says New York Democrats report things are all right but he cannot predict. He believes Cleveland may carry Indiana, noting victories often come in the campaign's final two weeks.
The write up praises the Republican ticket noting every candidate is honest capable and efficient. It emphasizes renominations based on records and urges supporters to stand by their colors for a likely November election triumph.
An official proclamation from Union officials declares long standing labor relations with the New York Tribune amicable and resolved. Reid is exonerated and praised as a friend of the laborer, ending party dispute over the boycott.
Report notes the strike winding down with switchmen out of work and no lives lost, but thousands in destruction including Aiptons. Public sentiment largely supports the ten hour day while condemning property destruction. Railroads still handle freight as operations resume. two strikers were shot in separate nights, no further details.
The Democrat convention in town featured a lively roll call and a chaotic slate. Leaders clashed over credentials and rules while supporters cheered for Hill and Flower, with absent members filling key posts. The ticket lists Jas Moland, Geo W Harding, Burr H Robbins, A H Lyman, and A A Elliott for Assembly, District Attorney, Justice of Sessions, Coroners.
Financial writer Matthew Marshall argues in the New York Sun that repealing the prohibitory tax on state bank circulating notes risks a flood of unstable currency. He warns such money would persist beyond crop needs and threaten specie payments.
An 1889 to 1892 price comparison lists lower costs for items such as axes, blankets, clothing, tools, wagons, and sugar with reductions up to 25 percent. The piece attributes the fall to Republican protection and reciprocity policies and McKinley era legislation, urging votes for Harrison and warning against Peabody.
Editorial critique contrasts McKinley’s tax plan with Cleveland’s leadership. The Globe mocks Cleveland’s warnings while noting a lavish political headquarters on Fifth Avenue. The Adver tiser letter comments on how revenue policy shapes national elections.
The New York Advertiser notes that 30-dervish acts arrived aboard the Trincaria and will face Mr. Cleveland heading a company ready to curb their monopoly claims. Exhibitions are planned, with Cleveland promising strong competition in the realm of calamity howlers.
Local items report visits by county officials and professionals, a Will contest in Surrogate's Court, and guests visiting Friendship. Socials include an ice cream social at Geo Fries, a Maccabees encampment, and a band concert. Baseball games and upcoming U T C Co performances are announced. Astronomical observations of Mars are described.
A satirical compare and contrast of the delicate sunlit maiden with the ailing woman. The piece touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a guaranteed cure for female weakness and hysteria, promising a transformation into a healthy blooming woman or a money refund.
Probate notices warn creditors to present their claims with vouchers for the estates of Joseph Y. Crosby of Amity and Ark W. Pike of Amity. Administrators and executors summon claimants to file at Belvidere and Belmont, New York, by specified deadlines in 1893. Dated 1892 with officials Norton and Arthur overseeing proceedings.
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