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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1888
Page
7
Fragmentary quotes praise democracy as sacred and protective of liberty labor and property. It extols freedom equal rights and obligations as natural law guiding the nation, warning against corruption and oppression. The text emphasizes reverence for humane governance and constitutional conservatism.
The notice explains that the Democrat is not delivered without payment. If a copy arrives unpaid, a friend likely paid. It states no one will be asked to pay, discontinuation occurs at the paid period's end, and the date after a name shows the paid-until date with renewal required before that date.
To accommodate subscribers the following persona will receive and forward money due the Democrat for new subscribers or renewals: Linton Joe Moss Dugger W G Moss Midland M Louthan Jasonville J F Linthicum Pleasantville Thomas B O Haver Switz City Joe Grace Scotland W H Burke and the postmasters at Worthington Lyons Marco Sanborn Newberry Mineral City Koleen Robinson Owensburg Cincinnati Soleberry Hobieville.
The Louisville Courier-Journal notes readers’ responses to a Chinese Harrison piece in this issue, reflecting on the publisher’s editorial stance and public reception.
Ninety nine Indians were granted pensions on Tuesday including M. Wilson of Worthington and W Himebrook of Linton. The note frames the event as a Fourth of July reminder for supporters of the union army. State Senator Tusie of Daviess county was appointed revenue agent on the first of the month at a salary of 3500 dollars. The appointment is praised as reflecting credit on the administration.
The Labor Signal denounces the Chicago nominations as offensive to workingmen and predicts a large majority will vote against the Republican ticket. As Indiana’s union organ, it asserts authority on Ben Harrison's candidacy and labor’s stance.
California newspapers of both parties react to Harrison's nomination. Republican papers show restraint and criticism while Democratic press lauds the choice, claiming it seals California for Cleveland and Thurman. Indications point to a Democratic carry in California next November.
A historical progression shows 1880 to 1884 Republicans and allies once pushing tariff revision now shifting to free whisky. References include 1884 platform 1882 Harrison letter 1880 Morton Morrison vote and Indiana Polis Journal stance. The shift marks a reversal from tariff revision to no revision and free whisky support.
The article argues individuals bear sole responsibility for their acts, rejecting punishment or honor connected to a father’s actions or status. It notes personal merit cannot be claimed through a parent’s service or disability, citing Mr. Seneff as lacking clear personal achievements.
The piece recalls Democratic ties to civil liberty and state rights across eras from Madison to Jefferson and Jackson. It argues Democrats shaped constitutional beginnings and notes the party’s enduring role through periods of governance and corruption, urging memory of national history under a democratic leadership.
The piece argues that protective taxes arise from war needs and persist to favor monopolies. It blames wartime finance as the cause for enduring tax systems and notes debates on tariff reform and labor versus capital interests, with political figures and dates partially garbled.
In Evansville June 27 a southern Indiana GOP split grows as Harrison is opposed by the Even Bulletin and Indiana Post over liquor policy and workingmen attitudes. German Republicans like editor William and Frederick W. Cook threaten to bolt to Cleveland Thurman, hinting a wider defection among German voters. Workingmen pressure over Chinese immigration adds to the potential rift.
The Commercial-Advertiser denounces the Chicago convention platform as un republican and un American. It argues Lincoln Wilson Chase Garfield Grant Arthur McCulloch and Folger would scorn it and urges electors to condemn the proposals with their ballots, echoing prior editorial condemnations.
In Vincennes on June 26 a red bandanna flag was raised on a forty foot stall through the Harrison mansion roof, near Gen. Ben Harrison supporters preparing a pole to honor him. The Cleveland Thurman banner provoked astonishment and mixed reactions among Republicans and Democrats. The flag remains a permanent fixture, fluttering until November.
WD. Brown editor of the Linton Enterprise swerves from his lifelong party to back the Democratic ticket. He cites tariff reform, opposition to special interests, and temperance as reasons, pledging continued editorial support through the upcoming November election and a belief the high tariff will be buried.
The Chicago Statz-Zeitung declines to back the Republican ticket. Editor Washington Hesing predicts the platform will split the German vote, opposing prohibition and free whisky. He says Germans will interpret the platform to hurt Republicans and swing the election. The piece ends with Labor Enquirer editor J. Buechenan denouncing Harrison as beholden to monopolies and big interests.
The Evansville Bulletin declares Harrison the last man Republicans in southern Indiana want and predicts a 10,000 vote defeat in his state. It calls him a temperance fanatic and political bulldozer,θ reflecting strong party frustration.
The Goshen Indiana Daily News declares for Grover Cleveland and Thomas A. Harrison Thurman over Harrison, citing differences with Harrison's platform. The editorial notes independence but endorses Cleveland for the presidency.
Special correspondents survey countywide items of interest with crisp notes on notable artifacts and happenings. The column presents a bias toward engaging curiosities and local curios, framing them as rich gems for readers.
In Harrodsburg on Sunday J T Naoeevot and others visited neighbors including Herechel Bullock J C Heaton and M P Calvin. The note asks why repairs to side walks cannot proceed and mentions merchants enjoying trade amid Democratic times. Other items reference Eli’s Cream Balm for catarh and a Methodist editor’s remarks.
Thomas Raper of Raper and Whaley sells his store interest to Wim Meduris of Monroe County. Whaley clarifies the buyer as Grover Cleveland Whaley. Prospects include Wm Verian and Jesse LaRue in Brown county. Gus Nations of Mighland buys sheep. John Uaffner of Columbus explores 40 acres of gold land. Whit Dilley and wife visit Monroe County to see Whaley. A leading Republican comments on the ticket, saying he approves the party despite blue glasses.
An 1888 local page lists Hood's Sarsaparilla benefits for vitality and purification, plus a brief obituary for Mrs. Joe McIndoo aged 38 1 2 with funeral by Elder Floya. It also records wheat cutting progress, visits, and family news from Lyons and nearby towns.
Mrs Belle Kvin visits relatives in Martinsville as Bayess Ferguson of Lockport and Miss Nellie Atkire attend commencements. Prof Cravens plans to practice medicine here after returning from Louisville. Harvesting, book sales, and church reorganization mark a bustling week with several locals noted for travels and greetings.
Local wheat crops are nearly harvested and reportedly better than expected. Dr. H. Yennie traveled to Chicago for a medical meeting with LDS Surgeons Association. he returned Friday morning. Mrs. Sarah Baker visited Ottumwa Iowa. Dr. M. Beaty and wife from Cincinnati visited relatives here last week. Several locals passed teachers license exams at Bloomfield last Saturday. Republicans and prohibitionists disparage the Democrats as the whiskey party while ratification meetings drew lively crowds. Democrats and Republicans clashed over campaign strategy. Mr Boord defended high protection and whiskey stance amid sharp debate. Thos Van Buskirk argued for indirect taxes to fund revenue, missing key details on who pays what.
The piece cites the Whig party collapse and a restless Chicago convention as Illinois and Indiana figures spar over Blaine Williams and Sherman. It mentions California and Cleveland, a GOP split, and cheers a Harrison candidacy while lampooning blue jeans breeches and reform rhetoric with chorus lines and weary tones.
An old advertisement offers Tas Best Salve for cuts bruises sores and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee if not satisfied. It lists a 24 cent price per box and credit to seller Steve Statcup.
Sad hearts increase about Newberry as funeral services are held for an infant of Olie and Ella Aulmer at the Christian church by Rev. Sappenfield. The child of Robert Dove and wife also dies, bringing further mourning to the town. Wheat harvest slows due to rain. J H Phelps & Co plan to buy wheat in Newberry with prompt payment. Mothers urged to protect infants from unripe or overripe fruit. advise sweet milk and rice soup for nourishment. Teachers seek positions for the upcoming year as sickness abates in town and vicinity.
The Indianapolis News shows an average daily issue over 23 000 for the last three months. It claims a larger circulation relative to its field population than any other US daily and touts advertising contracts on a guarantee of higher bona fide circulation than the state's other three dailies combined.
A. L. Crooke visits Dugger while James Munna from Lamar Neb enjoys old associations. Local residents attend family visits, funerals, and a July 15 service for Ledgerwood and Yorke. Temperance politics feature a clash over prohibition and tariff policy as votes loom. and an ice cream festival fundraiser for the M. E. church session is announced.
Hubbard Lires, publishers in Philadelphia, Chicago and Kansas City, announce between July 1 and 5 a biography of Grover Cleveland and Allen G. Thurman edited by W. A. Hensel of Lancaster. Hensel, longtime Lancaster editor and Democratic organizer, is described as a fitting biographer due to his party devotion, connections, and prior campaigns. The work, published by subscription, is already receiving rapid orders.
Rev Crow filled his regular appointment on Sunday. J W Pryor and wife returned from a two week visit at Bloomington and Spencer. Forbes will preach at the M E church July 15 with baptism. J L Ballard visited Sam Oliver. A dispute caused a suit in Esquire Cook's court between Will Wright and George Alcorn. William Graham, president of the Cleveland and Thurman club, visited his wife on Bristol Ridge. Key Smith and family of Kokomo visit Highlands. Pryor brothers plan a slave saw mill near here after harvest if timber costs justify it. Alice and Mollie Lent, living at Ellettsville, visited home Sunday with Ellettsville youths. Republicans met Saturday night to nominate. the Kansas speaker urged Harrison, then Morrison for president and sheriff candidates. The speaker once backed Vreeden, defeated him, tore off his coat, and now supports Morrison. if Morrison’s crowd cannot remove him, defeats lie ahead.
W D Sult of Bippus Indiana testifies Electric Dittere is the best remedy and relieves rheumatism after six bottles. Abraham Slare of Bellville Ohio calls Electric Litters the best selling medicine in twenty years. Thousands testify the products cure liver kidney and blood diseases at fifty cents a bottle at Stateup's drug store.
Clerk Ramsey records new licenses including J G Lane to Nellie J Arthur George W Welch to Sarah M Van De Ven ter Robert D Hunt to Emily J Harper and Hiram Taylor to Mary B E Newsom. Castoria memories mention a child and Miss using Castoria.
The Gilt Edge Mills exchange in Newberry Indiana advertises a sale of flour meal and mill feed. The flour is touted as the best straight grade from Indiana with a money back guarantee if unsatisfactory. Terms require cash or wheat exchange with Paris Louispin as manager.
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