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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1888
Page
3
The Democrat claims the largest county circulation and invites advertisers to verify this in subscription records. It notes posting at Bloomfield Post Office and promotes Democracy as a fearless, generous, humane sentiment defending liberty, labor, property and equal rights.
The Democrat is not sent to anyone until it is paid for. If you receive a copy without paying, a friend has prepaid for you. Do not fear being asked to renew. The paper stops at the expiration of paid time. The date after your name shows how long your subscription lasts. remit before that date to extend.
The Democratic County Central Committee members are notified to meet at the Court House in Bloomfield on Thursday January 19 1888 at 10 a m to organize for the 1888 campaign and handle other business. All Democrats are invited to attend. Geo W Calvert Secretary.
The piece quotes political slogans and remarks about governance, comparing old and new years and referencing Gov Porter. It notes Blaine’s standing in Indiana, hinting at campaign momentum and electoral context without naming specific events or dates.
SEW notatoes market in New York from Charleston and D C selling at six a barrel. New cucumbers noted. Republican leaders described as aligned with free whiskey and beer. Democratic national convention expected to be held in New York this year, per Cleveland’s preference.
Washington correspondent for the Cincinnati Enquirer says Cleveland backs Voorhees for vice president. Blaine appears likely to be the Republican nominee at Chicago on June 1, likened to Henry Clay. The piece notes an unlikely image of a Sunday school superintendent advocating free whiskey and beer.
Hanover's WEEKLY asserts Cleveland should be stronger than in 1884 and would have a larger vote if not for fears of Democratic presidential victory. The piece lauds prospects for democracy at the start of the presidential year and congratulates the Jefferson Jackson Tilden era party.
Announcement urges every working Democrat in the county to attend a rallying meeting. The note calls for a bold aggressive campaign, predicts a desperate opposition, and stresses strong organization to overcome moneyed opposition.
An 1880s electoral preview argues tariff levels on sugar salt silk goods and many items, with Democrats seeking lower taxes and Republicans resisting, claiming whiskey beer and tobacco tariffs should drop. It recalls quinine’s price drop after tariff removal to warn voters of political deception.
Washington correspondents report Senator Vorhees, Cleveland’s choice for vice president, pressing for the nomination. Senator Pugh predicts solid support from the South, while Indiana voters would prefer the Cleveland-Vorhees ticket. The Democrat’s early suggestion is noted as influential. Now is the time to subscribe.
The piece argues for immediate steps to incorporate Bloomfield so papers can be reviewed at the March term of the commissioners court and officers elected by the June term, warning that delaying three weeks risks delaying a year. It notes bonding is modest and urges supporters to meet at once and register opinions at the Democrat office before Monday night.
The Hendricks Club outlines preliminaries for the Democratic Conference and Convention in Indianapolis on January 11. The day session at Masonic Hall opens at 10 am with a night mass meeting at Tomlinson Hall, urging full county representation and inviting all Democrats. Tickets may be obtained at Hendricks Club rooms. reduced railroad rates will be announced as arrangements are perfected.
Pleasantville December 30 1887 Dear Sir we advocate G H Hendren for chairman of the central committee Stafford township seldom earns honors from the democracy and should elect him for the great coming contest Old Stafford will roll up her usual big majority likely larger than before S A Maxwell Committeeman for Stafford Two
Tuk Washington correspondents report Hon. 8. M. Stockslager will be promoted to Commissioner of the General Land Office. The appointment is praised as proper and will strengthen the administration in Southern Indiana where he is well known and favorably regarded.
The Bureau of Pensions expects 1888 to exceed 1887 with growth in certificates issued and pensioners on the rolls. For 1887 a total of 23,740 certificates were issued, including 5,194 originals, and rolls reached 595,733 on July 1 1886, rising to 416,648 by November 1 1887. The current year shows a net increase of 6,373 over the same period, reflecting rapid, liberal settlements of veteran claims and challenging unfounded charges of government unfriendliness toward soldiers.
The Louisville Courier Journal lampoons protectionist balance of trade fears by showing absurd swaps such as hogshead staves for sugar and tobacco for lace. It argues free trade benefits, mocks the notion that exports must exceed imports, and cites England’s financial history to discredit the theory.
The article stresses the high importance of Democratic party organization for Indiana and the county. It argues past Republican rule caused calamities and urges a strong, sustained Democratic structure from precinct to state level to ensure the re election of Grover Cleveland and continuation of honest government, with a key meeting in Indianapolis on the 11th.
Anderson Democrat Hon. W. B. Bynum was in the city Wednesday last calling on his friends. He is in splendid health and ready for the coming tariff fight. Bynum will join the ways and means committee, a distinction earned after long service in congress. He will be a candidate for re election and his abilities are deemed to merit continued representation of their interests.
The nation grows in favor of restricting immigration. There is broad sentiment against paupers and convicts from the Old World, while Democrats vow welcome to those with good intentions who adopt American duties and laws.
The article argues tariff reform and free trade will remove restrictions on consumption and labor, boosting prosperity by freeing individual initiative. It portrays protectionism as taxation that transfers profits to a few at the expense of the many, noting the Courier-Journal urging free trade.
A letter to the editor accuses about six hundred voters of selling votes and calls such voters thieves. The writer challenges those voters to respond and asks the public to hear from them.
Opposition to tariff reform stems from protectionists fearing public demand for further cuts once benefits become clear. The piece notes quinine as curing many of the protectionist disorders amid debates on moderate reductions.
In stock signs offer two phrases: "Please don't ask for credit" on Sx15 inch boards at 5 cents each and "Our terms are cash or produce" on Tix13 inch boards at 10 cents each. Orders solicited.
Forty acres fenced with a log house, smoke house, stable, twenty five bearing apple trees, two springs, fresh ground, seven acres of timber. Price 300 dollars with 150 cash and rest on time. Inquire at this office for details. Also other bargains in Lyons. best lot in town. tf
The Washington letter notes many congressmen home for holidays amid rail law limits. It highlights Speaker Carlisle shaping House committees, names likely Ways and Means members, and mentions Mr Mills as probable chairman. It recounts Daniel Manning’s memorial tributes and the death of Michigan Rep Moffat, plus Gen Adkins’s possible resignation and local philanthropy events including W. W. Corcoran’s 89th birthday and Mrs. Cleveland visiting poor children.
Returns show sums collected by county justices including Henry McHaley 2.00 and James Baxter 0.85, with others such as Ben Meredith 0.02 and Frank Ramsey 2.25. Clerk A J Clarke appears with 12.00.
An old column promotes Darbys Prophylactic Fluid claiming it purifies water and body odor, with uses as a tooth wash and cure for chafing inflammation piles and other ailments. It also advertises Coit & Co. paints as pure, warrantied, with no water or benzine, urging readers to buy at Bloomfield Grocery.
Mrs. Saral Brinton McConkey, eighty three, dies alone in her West Chester mansion. Coroner White's jury cites natural causes as cause of death. Executor plans sale of the estate valued around eight hundred thousand dollars with county official fees at least twelve hundred. Interment tomorrow.
The Pope's Jubilee reports a Peter's Pence collection of £30000. The Shah of Persia sent a congratulatory telegram. The Pope will receive Italian pilgrims and is expected to deliver a political oration. He rests two hours after mass and remains in good health, while sending autograph letters to sovereigns.
Wierta Kansas January 2 vigilantes overtake the old man linked to the Kelly family lynching. He confesses to killing and robbing nine men and two women while admitting time spent in Pennsylvania and along the Southern border before moving to No Man's Land. He is executed by hanging after a brief statement.
A wreck near Greenwood seventeen miles south of Somerset involved two Cincinnati Southern limited express trains. Four crewmembers were killed and James Severance Jr of Stanford was fatally injured as mail and express cars burned. Dispatcher error at Summit led to the collision as engineers misread Somerset.
The temperance party in Toronto suffered a major setback as their candidate for mayor and the by laws to cut tavern and shop licenses were defeated by large majorities.
In Privapeonia the crucible at R. H. & H. Cramp foundry broke releasing 150 pounds of molten brass. Four men were seriously burned and two more slightly hurt in the accident this morning.
City of Mexico reports a sharp earthquake at 7:30 am local time. Over the last three months the country has endured widespread disturbances and tension.
Jan 2 Wasinina'toy reports a city census by the forces hired to prepare two directories indicating a population of about 210 000.
Mrs Cute aged 108 and reputedly the oldest woman in the state died at her home in Johnstown Pennsylvania yesterday. Her death ends a long life spanning more than a century.
A four foot vein of almost solid silver was struck in the Iconoclast Mine near Kingston New Mexico. The find is described as one of the richest in years and the mine is owned mainly by Marshall Missouri capitalists with ties to Kansas City investors in nearby Temple and other mines.
Detroit January 2 General John Pulford famed as the only man said to survive a solid cannon hit is dying of paralysis. He was struck in the head by a spent solid shot at Malvern Hill and badly wounded.
In Pickens County today a mob of Black residents attacked a farm laborer named Waithrop for allegedly assaulting a thirteen year old colored girl. The girl died from her injuries.
In Baltimore on January 2 Stephen J. Conroy struck Patrick O'Donnell with an axe during New Year celebrations and killed his mother with the same weapon after she remonstrated, police report.
San Jose January 2 The great objective or thirty six inch lens of the Lick telescope was mounted yesterday afternoon and would have been aimed at the heavens if the sky had been clear. Superintendent Floyd Professor Keeler and Messrs Swazy and Clark report satisfaction with the completion and anticipate mounting the photographic lens for experimental photographs once observation is possible.
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