The Ant Monopolist’s Epistle to Massachusetts Constituents
A voluminous epistle from a political candidate outlines his anti monopoly platform. He attacks Democrats and Republicans, denounces labor and currency policies, and urges unity to form a people’s fusion ticket. He cites labor protections, currency reform, and public interest over monopolies.
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Phose Iilcr
Massachusetts
National Democratic Convention
Ot Kathers
Democratic Party
Butler
Je Yorud Itasele
Lim
Ke Pruescal
Jie
Tabor
Democratic House of Representatives
House of Representaly S
Congress
Republican Party
Severson
Jackson
Man
Sho Demoertey
Dinele Man
Rime
Yi Lim
Radical
Whig
Nepublican Party
Arnio
Wien
Way
Republic
Utah
Beliso
Mississippi
South
Inet
Ithode Island
Stuiter
Bfyself
United States
Gar
Iinterest Laercon
Supreme Court
Turener
Lightenei
Alrady
Amuerica
Tale
America
Herais
Asrai
Saul
New York
Greenlevel Labor Party
Shen
People’s Party
Clevelland
Death of Noted Journalist Mary Clemmer Hudson
Mary Clemmer Hudson, renowned female journalist, died at her residence in Wasmacray last night from brain hemorrhage after months of frail health. A rupture of a boot vessel on Wednesday led to complete prostration and her death.
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Wasmacray
Mary Clemmer
Hudson
Firak
Investigation discredits Cleveland scandal charges in Buffalo group report
A Buffalo committee of New York Independents published findings denouncing drunkenness and immorality claims against Governor Cleveland as false. They confirm personal knowledge of his quiet, orderly life and reject rumors, including a long-buried betrayal story, after thorough inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
New York Independents
Buffalo
Cage
Soavernor Cleveland
Bullulo
Sone
Bulla
Ibis
Budulo
Pirtin
Buiny
Hart
Wiice
Tle
Grover Geveland
Cleveland i Detaiii
Jous de OnMstean
Joan A. Coward
Ralnieston
JosrAl
Menlo
J.janrwax Davis
Asstay Winlcox
Mansum
LD. Romsey
RY Altman
FE Karyay W.sfnaner
Banner
Laat Tomas Carey, Co
Dede Ify Ontas
Norton
Luttalo
N.Y
Malligan letters and the Blaine Fisher affair explained
A reader asks about the so called Malligan letters from James G. Blaine to Warren Fisher. The letters, kept by James Mulligan, reveal Blaine’s attempts to gain favorable terms in railroad ventures and to push Caldwell into deals. The collection includes three letters from 1869–1880 discussing Little Rock and Fort Smith bonds and related political maneuvering in Congress and the party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malligan
Mullian
Uye
James G. Blaine
Warren Fisher
Boston
James Mulligan
Daine
Fisher
Mulligan
Blaine
Augusta
Pishor
Lewis
Ile
Crullwell
India Street
Little Rock and
Fort Smith
Maine
Caldwell
Acocosta
Oliver
Teo
Mr. Fisher, Jr
Fremont el Paso
Fremont
Jane
Root
Arkansas
Senate
Blaine drawn under fire as rivals urge caution in Maine
Washington notes argue Blaine faces harsher scrutiny than historic Republicans. They compare him with Lincoln Hamlin, Fessenden, Morrill, Seward, Sumner, Chase, Wade, Stevens, Hale, and Grimes, noting past leaders endured abuse without portraying corruption. The piece cites convention dynamics and current Northwest sentiment, suggesting Blaine’s 1876 peak may be past and his support waning.
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Mr. Blaine
Republic
Republican ‘Party
Blaine
Lincoln
Hannibal’ Hamlin
Maine
Hamlin
Jong
William Pitt Fessenden
M. Morrill
Seward
Sumner
Senate
Salmon P. Chase
United States
the Treasury
Chase
Ben Wade
Thaddeus Stevens
John PB. Hale
Senator Grimes
Republican Party
Blaing
Chicago
Baine
Phelps
Mr. Edmunds
Hvine
Taine
Roscoe Conkling
Fort Smith
Mentor
Augusta
National Committee
Northwest
White House
Washington Cor. N. Y. Sun
Blaine’s Despondency Over Ideals and Illness
The piece describes James G Blaine's ongoing unhappiness after the 1884 assassination attempt on Garfield. It notes he fears a health illness he calls hypochondria, consults doctors who deny the disease, and shows fluctuating energy around nominations before sinking back into despondency.
A Versatile Man Blaine Praised and Attacked Across Polity
The Albany Argus ridicules James G Blaine, labeling him a Know Nothing, Prohibitionist, and liquor advocate at different times to gain Irish, Southern, and British favor. It cites political flip flops, alleged bribery, and influence peddling, concluding his diverse feats won t make him U S President.
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Maine
Blaine
Augusta
Mr. Blaine
Steve Elkins
Washington
Bob Ingersoll
Lill
Jeff Davis
Yorktown
O'Donovan Rossa
Folger
Matt Breed
Hut
Lom Scott
Calderon
Peru
Shipherd
Ingersoll
Irs
United States
Alhrny
Blaine expected to withdraw from presidential race
The piece argues Blaine will formally withdraw from the Republic an party bid soon, noting supportive organs’ glowing eulogies as a tactic to mold public opinion. It cites apathy among supporters and Republican bolters, predicting a rise in speculation over a successor once announced.
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Blaine
Republican Party
Cleveland
Brlaine
Republican Committee
Detroit Free Press
Mason & Hamlin Organ and Piano Co sales reach 150600
The Boston Journal notes Mason & Hamlin, founded in 1854, produces about 5,000 organs annually, roughly 100 weekly across 1,500 weeks. Worldwide shipments and current demand push output to 10,000–15,000 organs per year, a record high. A South Boston man also received a cotton sculpture pair from a North Carolina admirer, depicting John Anderson and his spouse in affectionate detail.
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Mason & Hamlin Organ and Piano Company
Mason & Hamlin
Boston Journal
South Boston
Kitrill
N. C
John Anderson
Joe John
John
Boston Globe
Jacob's Oil Advertised By Trade-Marks Office
Edward Waters of Melbourne reports a household member with toothache and rheumatism found immediate relief after applying Jacob's Oil, rubbed on the tooth and affected area with complete relief and no recurrence. The notice also notes a sharper business outlook following window washing for Oil City Derrick.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Waters
Patent and Trademarks Office
Bourke Street
Melbourne
Australia
Jacob
Caution to Dairymen and Patent Medicine Ads
Old time ad filled page notes caution to dairymen about Wells Richardson & Co ink for butter color and warns against imitations. It promotes Kidney-Wort as health aid and praises Swift's Specific and Piso’s Cure for ailments. Mentions dog shows and a variety of products and quips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells, Richardson, & Co
Burlington
Montreomery
Orange Co
N.Y
Kennedy
Rondout
David Kennedy
BR. A. Campbell
Matawan
N. J
M.D
Roncout
Margaret Hates
Cin
Swift
W. It
Robison
Daviabora
Brooks
Aluapy
Wil. Gilbert
Albany
Swift Specific CO
Drawera
Atlanta
Omice
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Julian
Logan
James G. Blatse
W. Fisher, Jr
India St
Mr. Beecher
AuGista
Ar. Fisher
Congressio
Yousenaived
Dir Caldwell
Mr. Caldwell
St. John
Chiccago
Greenbank
Bill Chandler
Blaine and Butler
Ben Butler
Chandler
Mr. Hendricks
Guiteau
Garfield
Totter
Blaive
Salt
M. X. Journal
Pittsburgh Chronicle
Europe
Springfield
Tenn
Jay
Wells, Richardson & Co
A. Mice
Chicaise 10 Seals Co
Astrixixg
Glenn
Turre
Dude
Isaac Thompson
THE
Sialaets
Shin al Silbed
H & Ag
Philadelph
Harlem Railroad
Mim
Trowbridge
R. A Campbell
Montgomery
Frederic Crant Qleason
Hat+ mony
Mail
State Street
Joung Men Telegraphy and
American School of Telegraphy & Shorthand
Madison, Wis
Northern Illinois College
Fulton
A-Mohansen
Bettie Stuart Institute
Pantupe
Springfeld
Clara Academy
Bara Academy
Dubuque
East Dubuque
Galena
Sinsinawa Mound
Grant Co
Mitt
Swaynx7n& Son
ART Institute Qor
Michigan Ave
van Buren St
Illinois
Gillerice
Widfasea S
McAipesrian
CREAN
Kwan
Ely
Ley
Elizabeth
Mall
Suninle Boutlie
Tor
Iwsimmons
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W. Simmons & CO
Oston
Atas
Lydia E. Pinkham
Getin
Beeson
Dreydupprl
Nort
Philadelphia
Lewinson
Jackson St
Phtheria
Joinson
Toston
Mass
Is.standard, Ny
Bighamton
Stael
SSGO
Jones Ho
Addreas Jones OF
Birgha
Leghamtom
Pelrcey
Boone
Elling
Bronson
Wanter
Bert
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