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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1892
Page
2
A historical note states that all letters of a business character should be addressed to THE Democrat rather than any individual tied to the publication. It quotes a subscription price of $1.50 per year.
A list of names presented includes Jeptha Moss A. M. Bucher Sam N. Fuller George Brandon John Rodenbeck D. H. Ballock W. A. Pope A. C. Stephens J. M. Prentis Jenne LaRue James W. Wright B. J. Meredith feymour Riddle. The note adds that only tickets cut from the Democrats will be counted.
The announcement names William L. Slinkard as the candidate for re election to the office of Prosecuting Attorney subject to the Democratic nominating convention.
Democrats of Greene County summon an im sess convention on April 9 1892 to select delegates for the county and state conventions. Delegates are apportioned by precinct with totals listed. the gathering at Linton on April 12 will nominate county officers and set instructions for future conventions. The issue of free silver and tariff bills is noted along with expected political motions.
Greene County Democrats urge support for Brett for Congress Slinkard for prosecutor and Axtell for lieutenant governor. They say unity can be achieved if the slate is embraced and common goals are pursued.
The piece surveys Indiana political maneuvering with Hon. Mason J. Nipiack urged as a top governor hopeful, while Gov. Case leads Republican editorials. It notes Bretz for Congress, Scott for joint representative, and warnings of tax policy impacts plus calls for Democratic unity amid factional tensions. The Call vilifies Farmers Institute critics as biased and recounts local organizing disputes.
The committee sought several West Side figures including Mr and Mrs R A Reese Dr W L Greene Wingate Henry Hill John Berns A J Clark and Hon W N Darnell to participate but all declined or did not respond. No West Side members appear on the program.
The circuit court heard a case by Louis I Shryer against E. I. railroad over damages on his 373 acre Fairplay farm. Shryer and Henry Baker testified land values rose from 1885 to 1892, supporting higher assessed values under the new tax law. The piece argues higher assessments are needed and criticizes Baker for objecting to increased taxes.
The New York World argues Democrats outnumber Republicans nationally and in many states. It says unity among Democrats is crucial to secure electoral votes and win in November, warning against factionalism and urging sacrifices to elect a united ticket.
Reports from Saint Petersburg say a conspiracy to kill Emperor Nicholas II was planned as he traveled to the funeral of Grand Duke Constantine. Arrests include military cadets and government officers. the czarina’s delicate health is noted as a risk if shocked.
Senate reports a measure shielding foreign exhibitors at the World’s Columbian Exposition from prosecution for displaying wares protected by American patents and trademarks. The chamber also requests the president report on Canada Britain reciprocity talks and approves funds for Findlay public building.
A fragmented inventory lists numerous merchants and shops including groceries hardware drugs jewelry dry goods millinery furniture and more. The compilation names Aten Witliama Rankin Shields Endres Eveleigh Weaver Stalcup Hert Graham Shields Burcham Sima Taylor Fletcher Dixon Foutz Rush Beaty Williams Skerd Lehman and others serving Mineral City and surrounding areas.
Summary of congressional week highlighting expected clashes over silver and tariff issues in the two houses. Also notes a bill by Senator Stanford to fix legal tender value and a local court sentence and a fire at Lowing & Co stables with losses.
The Democrat subscription offer targets NW subscribers within the county through November 15 at 75 cents paid in advance. Clubs of ten can enroll at 50 cents for the same period, encouraging neighborhood group signups.
Greene circuit court in Indiana issues a foreclosure complaint in the case State of Indiana ex rel William LoSlinkard prosecuting attorney versus William F Dowden and others. Defendants Elisha Mo Williams and Tenia Cl Walle Wins are nonresidents. they are ordered to appear by the May date or face entry of default as the case proceeds at the Greene County court in Broomfield.
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