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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1888
Page
2
A fragmented prose passage extols democracy as a noble sentiment that rebukes tyranny, preserves liberty, labor, and property, and upholds equal rights and natural law, praising generosity and humanity while condemning oppression and despotism. The text emphasizes freedom as universal law guiding the nation.
To accommodate subscribers the following persons will receive and for ward money ue the DeEMOURAT for those whose time is about to expire: Linton Joe Mors Dugger V G Moss Midland M Louthan SasonvilleaJ F Linthicum Pleasantville Thomas B O Haver Switz City Joe Grace Scotland W H Burke and the postimisters at Worthington Lyons Marco Sanborn Newberry Mineral City Koleen Robinson Owensburg Cincinnati Soleverry Hobbieville.
Emerson Sport is announced as a candidate for Judge of the Mth Judicial Circuit subject to the decision of the democratic nominating convention.
S W Axtell runs for prosecuting attorney subject to the Democratic nominating convention. William C Hulse seeks reelection as prosecuting attorney of the 11th Judicial Circuit subject to the Democratic convention decision.
Democrats prepare for next Monday as trustees elect split nine to six in favor of Republicans. The piece urges support for Simon Braxp, predicting a fifty vote majority in Highland township and urging Yayzion to back Porter to benefit the town.
A political note urges even hundred majorities for Democrats in Stockton Washington Stafford and Cass townships to counter republican tactics on election day. It argues democrats should focus on electing township trustees as the first step toward winning the presidency and governorship, noting Orr has ten republican trustees but only one has been renominated and questioning Deckard's supporters after two consecutive losses.
The note urges activists to mobilize, vote early and often, and pressure absentees. It mocks the Comb ring and mentions split partisan support with references to Brandon and Dockard.
Local political note urges voters to back every democratic candidate for trustee and claims all are competent and honest while urging Democrats to help Republicans into office.
The Giant township Democrats nominate William H. Deckard known as Burle for trustee and urge voters to support him next Monday. Kinsey Cullison praises Deckard as a veteran and notes competitive race against Republicans including candidates R Yoho Saxe Cox John Alexander and Emerson Short. The Sentinel endorses the democracy with the slogan The democratic tickets for no dead weights.
Fragmentary text mentions Democrats and Republicans with garbled names and dates. No clear event, location, or outcome is identifiable from the readable portion.
The text appears as garbled OCR with references to pensions, a named figure J. Jswhawker Ingalls, and a debated political attitude. It mentions Indians and Confederate democracy in a unclear context, with stray phrases about potentially warrants and reporting.
In Greene County a strong candidate named Ele is urged for Smith township trustee. The speaker claims Ele is a better man than George Weavers, and argues Ele should be elected to defeat a so called gondl aman while noting Democrats expect support for Ele’s candidacy.
The notice urges defeating George Brannon in Center township trustee race while also opposing Republican candidate Mr. Hunt in Fairplay. The piece claims Brannon is valued at two to Punt's one and frames the contested elections as matters of partisanship.
The piece urges broad participation in the spring election as part of the 1888 presidential year. It emphasizes building a large majority to demonstrate democracy and calls on everyone to attend and work for the nominees.
The article argues the Republican claim of backing the “best man” for trustee should be tested in Beech Creek township. It endorses Democratic candidate Abraham Dilley as the best man for the office and challenges the party to prove its argument by supporting him.
Local residents dispute alleged misuse of funds by the Combs faction. Reportedly no township or individual lost money, though questions remain about how Center township finances were affected. Voters seek clarity on alleged mismanagement and lender credibility.
M. J. Beckett sold his half interest in the News to partner J. H. Seneff this week. Relations with Beckett have been pleasant for rival papers and he is described as an honorable gentleman. Rumor says he bought the Greencastle Banner. Seneff is known here as a good newspaper man and clever gentleman.
A fragment discusses accusations of guilt based on birth timing relative to the war, mentioning George Brandon and Oliver M. Buckner. It contrasts their claims against Capt. GW Osbon and a Richland township republican convention, noting appeals to consistency and justice.
Kinsey Cullison the Republican trustee candidate for Center township has not voted the Republican ticket in sixteen years. He backed Byrd Camus at every candidacy and does not deny this, while critics allege a “Combs ring” behind the chatter. The claim is dismissed as thin and unlikely by credible sources.
Sullivan Times endorses Samuel Weir Axtell as a prosecutor candidate citing his record of enforcing the law and integrity. The News opposes Center township trustee candidate George Brandon and accuses Kinsey Colison of biased age and wealth, urging Democratic support for all nominees and rallying youth and poor voters.
The Jefferson township column endorses Mike Deckard for trustee noting his long service and loyal Democratic backing. It criticizes coverage that favored Deckard’s rivals while praising Deckard and Simon Leman’s efforts, urging readers to support Andres, the working man, next Monday.
The Indianapolis Sentinel declares it opposes bossism and insists the Democratic Party should select standard bears by principle, not individuals. It warns against private ambition corrupting nominations and urges thorough organization to ensure only fit candidates receive the party’s support.
A garbled OCR passage discusses payments and debts involving George Branden and Mike Deckards, mentioning a trustee and a townsperson. It implies preferences for a candidate or party and notes a 50 payment for proving support, with reference to a borrowee and a pale.
Reports from the MiBide farm north of here show ore yielding 2 10 ounces of gold and 9 310 ounces of silver per ton in one sample, with another run giving 3 and 10 ounces of gold and 24 and 210 ounces of silver. Backed by reputable firms, plans call for larger shipments and immediate development if tests continue to shine. The region around Martin County and Greene County is cited as similarly promising.
A widow seeks her late adopted son's inheritance. Lucien Shaw, former Greene county lawyer, handles the contingent-fee suit from Los Angeles Superior Court to the California Supreme Court, securing a $50,000 fee for his services.
A reflective piece argues wealth corrupts youth and leaders while true worth lies in virtue. It warns that money is transient and hollow, eroding morals and clouding judgment, whereas goodness uplifts minds and brings lasting happiness beyond worldly gain.
Special correspondents report on local politics and campaigning in Bloomfield. Mentions Warren Lakine and Elijib Ferguson, with attacks on candidates Langhlin and Laughlin, calls for votes for a Democrat, discusses school building plans, and criticizes alleged political tricks and expensive teacher wages.
An old advertisement warns buyers against fake cures for consumption and coughs. It touts Dr King's New Discovery as the genuine remedy guaranteed to relieve chest illnesses and chest affections, urging trial bottles at local drug stores and warning against impostors.
Elmer Barton preaches at the Christian church near Nut while Joel Wenhawn moves to Sewis tough farm by Stalcup house. McCunough state well attended despite weather. Pogurad schools close Friday with night exhibition. James Brookshne buys land near Prairie Chapel and moves there. Prairie and Stalcup schools close with large dinners. Seymour Ashcraft to become missionary and nursery agent. Tup township hosts a successful tycenm at startup schoolhouse. W Skompia presides with A L Crogston, Will Stacy, and others directing literary work. next Saturday features a literary event and biweekly debates. all invited.
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