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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1892
Page
2
An old patent medicine ad promotes Simmons Liver Restorative as a universal remedy. It claims to cure bitter taste in the mouth dull headache despondency and constipation. It says it sweetens breath cleanses the stomach and can be taken by both children and the elderly without harm.
The Bloomfield Democrat notes its large county circulation and invites advertisers to inspect the subscription book. The June 10 1992 issue mentions editor WM Moss and local items including a seriously ill individual, political rhetoric, and criticism of the Republican convention and tax policy.
The plainspoken note suggests Cory Doney and Will Combs favored Keith and believed he won Taylor township on the first ballot, arguing either would have done as much for him.
Henry Baker, a prominent county farmer and large taxpayer, loses a bid for county commissioner. Debate centers on his West Side residency along the river and local shifts in support.
The Republican county convention last Friday is described as the most manipulated ever by bosses, not reflecting the will of the people. The passage labels the event as undemocratic and controlled.
A heated discussion centers on the new school system with supporters praising the Democratic party for progress and Republicans resisting what they call fogyism. The exchange frames a partisan clash over education policy and modernization.
The Richland township delegation could not act on the floor and had to retreat to a separate room to deliberate and mature their ballots while the convention waited. The Martin County News, praised as a bright paper, stays aside a patent and prints stall at home, a change that boosts its value as a political factor. Democrats should note the rise in circulation.
The report critiques Thos Vax Busxrek for seeking a speech without a platform and for denouncing the tax law without proposing alternatives. It notes his campaign needs clear proposals and timing for changes. The Richland township delegation influenced the Republican convention, with Browe and Speller gaining and Bloomfield bosses directing the outcome.
Updates from Minnearents Minnesota suggest Harrison leading with about five hundred confirmed votes as anti-Harrison groups eye Alger McKinley or Allison. The Bloomfield faction splits sheriff votes, while local figures Owen and Dongy feature in county political intrigue and pension notes.
The Republican nominee for Representative denounced the tax law in strong terms while his party in convention remained silent on the issue. The piece notes the silence as damning and echoes a contemporary remark about cowardice.
The record notes Johnson receiving almost no votes outside his own township. Greene county Republicans largely rejected him for sheriff with only scattered support in Richland Center Smith Stockton Fairplay and Jefferson. The text questions whether the will of the people was perverted.
The piece endorses Samuel Blackmore as the Democratic nominee for County Commissioner of the 2d district. It argues his wealth comes from financial ability, notes his modest appearance, and predicts strong majorities in Taylor township and two competing townships. It contrasts Blackmore with his opponent Owens, who is described as clever but lacking financial prowess.
The report outlines extreme enmity between Blaine and Harrison camps at a Minnesota convention. Delegates clash over credentials, with Baldwin and Harrison supporters described as bitter rivals. The session includes temporary chairs, bids for sheriff nomination, and heated speeches as factions battle for control.
The Greene County Republican convention opened at 10:15 a.m. with James Pool nominating O. W. Shryer for chairman. Shryer declined and W. N. Daniel was chosen. Several offices were filled by acclimation including treasurer Noah Brown, assessor James Harrell, surveyor E. Cox, corner John H. Gheen, and district commissioners Stephen Eisberry Anderson and Owens. The day ended with heated remarks, a long ballot process, and a marching band playing Marching Through Georgia.
The sale lists Mrs Slinkard’s lot adjacent to Jos G Smith with the finest residence lot in town. The notice emphasizes prime location and quality for potential buyers.
Excursion tickets sold from principal stations on the Pennsylvania Lines West of Pittsburgh for events in Helena Montana Chicago New York City and Washington. One fare round trip with specific return deadlines and extensions by agreement. For details contact any Pennsyvania Lines ticket agent or F Van Dusen Pittsburgh Pa.
Seven men in buggies offered lightning rods for seven dollars and forced costly bills on farmers Joseph Bond and John Ashley in Oaktown. Bond paid 100 cash after threats with revolvers. Ashley paid 225 before leaving town. All Abroad For Chicago. Bloomfield Democrats plan to travel to the Chicago convention with fare details and hotel headquarters announced.
The document itemizes individual assessments across townships with names such as Edington Jackson Bik, Corbin Geo, Willa Siutean, Katie Wills, Henry Halton, William Weaver, H H McHaley, Sam M O Neall, James West, Dora Veat, James Mood, G R Anderson, Hattie Anderson, Allen Mitchell, Philbert Fry, Luke Fry, Anthony Latfoon, Joseph C Hutchens, Sau A Maxwell, Alive Smith, John W Shanks, N W Meredith, Alex Pope, Martha Pope, and John D Chestnut with amounts ranging from 12.00 to 120.00 in various township designations. The listing appears to be a local tax or assessment ledger.
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