02 Nov 1888
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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1888
Page
1
In Lowell Massachusetts readers are urged to trust Hood's Sarsaparilla for purification and tonic strength. Letters praise improvement in boils, facial swellings, and long standing stomach disorders after use, with endorsements from local residents and professionals.
Trustee notices announce weekly public sessions in Greene county Indiana. William Powell and Joseph M. trustees state meetings open at their offices to transact township business, listing times and places for residents to attend and engage in official matters.
Henry Hortber trustee declares he will be absent from his office at his residence each Saturday during his term to transact township balances in Tarvilor township Keent county Indiana. Only transactions provided by law will occur.
Public notices announce trustees in Cas tewnship Indiana and Georno county Indiana. John D Moome and Dechard declare weekly business hours at residences and offices for township affairs. Notices set meetings on specific days each week.
Notice given in Greene county Indiana that George Hoard Trustee will be at his office residence Saturdays during his term to examine the padiness of Mid Township and conduct business on three days as provided by law. This notice serves to inform concerned residents.
An advertisement claims remedies for venereal diseases and kidney setbacks, promising quick, permanent relief for private ailments. It proposes home treatment via mail from Dr Grindle at 171 W 12th St New York, noting a low cost and a “WITTIC QUES” gimmick to attract buyers.
A U S Commerce Agent analyzes how U S and Canadian duties affect Oliver Syracuse and South Bend plows and implements. He notes Canadian buyers pay less due to tariffs, and American farmers lose export trade as Canadian agents appraise duties at home prices, hurting U S manufacturers and wages.
The Washington Advertiser hails John H. O Neall as a tireless reformer and defender of the common people. It lauds his first term in Congress for securing many pensions for district soldiers and for standing above partisan faction.
Labor calls for Democratic candidates to win the commissioner race arguing it will divide the board, empower labor, and expose old-time enemies backed by monopoly interests after defeating Harrison.
The text argues that Indiana shows excessive state pride by foisting a national leader on the country whom Indiana itself rejected as its governor, implying a clash between state choice and national role.
The piece mocks Blackgaard as a cheap man beneath a cheap coat. It notes two dollar a week editors and critiques the media's low standards and preconceptions.
Dr. R. T. Brown reports at the courthouse that fifteen percent of prohibitionists are from the Democratic Party while ten percent are from the Republican Party.
A political call urges Democrats to ensure their votes are counted and to exercise the law granting them the right to have ballots tallied. It emphasizes vigilance in securing access to vote counting processes and observers.
A note indicates another column will publish the electoral and popular votes for the 1884 president. The figures will be useful for comparison all next week, and readers are advised to keep the data handy.
The article notes that if the editor paid two dollars per week is not indicted for the disturbance at Saturday night’s meeting, it will be because the next grand jury fails to summon the proper witnesses.
The Clerk's and Auditor's offices will stay open all night after the election. The Democrat will receive dispatches at the clerk's office. This will be democratic headquarters. Come in for the jubilee.
The message backs Joseph W. Ursey as an honorable treasurer candidate who did not seek the race. It urges Democrats to support his election, asserting it can be achieved and calling on supporters to act.
Reportedly prominent Republicans faced strong words as a call went out to challenge doubtful voters. The note urges reporting any illegal ballots to Democratic headquarters and warns those who swear them in will face prosecution in the U. S. court at Indianapolis.
A Berrina ruling disqualifies a man from serving on the election board while allowing him to vote. The offense carries a fine and possible imprisonment but does not remove his right to vote. The decision clarifies the distinction between disqualification from service and disenfranchisement.
The present board of Republican commissioners faces strong citizen criticism for a series of decisions. While hailed as honorable men in private life, the officials are urged to be overwhelmingly defeated for their conduct and policy choices.
The article critiques Gallemore who carried a musket in the war and cites a youthful editor. Dr. Lowver helps introduce the prohibition speaker Dr. Brown, while the author questions whether Lowder believes the prohibition party would harm Republicans.
The text contrasts farm labor paying eighteen dollars a month with board and laundry included against editorial labor on Republican papers at eight dollars a month without board. It notes farmers desire workers with some intelligence on their farms.
In a strong showing for Noah Elgan, supporters hail his record as an exceptional officer. Critics, calling himself the News, have not challenged any official acts and doubt their credibility. His election appears almost assured with a likely solid majority.
The account describes Frank Pate attacking Emerson Short in Short's office after a dispute about workspace and pay. It notes Short provided desk space rent free and attempted to mentor Pate, who then retaliated with aggression in the confrontation reported as the most outrageous act under the circumstances.
The remark accuses Frank Pate of earning two dollars a week for editing the Blackgaurd and allied papers while libeling Democratic neighbors. It notes this wage compares to those paid to dining room girls and claims the editor lacks brains for his editorial work.
The current board of commissioners failed to grant a bridge contract for Mineral City as promised from September to December 1887. The project has been postponed repeatedly, though widely acknowledged as needed, raising questions if interested citizens will support such conduct.
Lifelong county resident Joel Elis seeks a seat in the legislature. A representative farmer, he pledges independence from any clique and vows to make an honorable record if elected.
The county board appoints all election inspectors as Republicans, giving them a political majority on both the precinct boards and the canvassing board. The speaker says watchers may ensure honesty and advocates placing observers in the counting room.
A report claims Republicans plan to erase Democratic candidates from ballots using invisible ink that shows after five to six hours. The tactic aims to seize, modify, and reissue tickets to influence votes. Voters are urged to ensure no ballot touched by Republicans is used.
A reader warns about Republican paste stickers on Democratic tickets claiming authenticity. The note urges vigilance for fraud schemes, noting county candidates may copy the tactic in other areas and advising close lookout for all deceptive practices.
The writer accuses Republican "hood lums" of hijacking a Democratic gathering with free whisky and street parades to incite a riot. They praise the respectable party element for disavowing the behavior and note some plan to vote against their own party for failing to condemn the actions.
The piece accuses Emerson Short of firing Milligan as a Republican retaliation after hoodlums yelled for Hovey while Col. Matson hid in a private office. It claims Short did right and vows to dismiss any Democrat who disrespectfully confronts a Republican candidate for governor. It also notes Short hires no Democrats, explaining Milligan was discharged.
The doubtful states this year include Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Ili nois Iowa California and New Hamp shire. New York New Jersey Con necticu Indiana and West Virginia are reliably democratic.
The speaker urges a full mobilization to counter Republican wealth and alleged fraud with equal effort and justice. He calls on every patriot to abandon business and work personally, aiming to win even in Greene County through decisive civic action.
A warned scheme describes folding two ballots together to slip past detection before voting. It alleges election officer connivance and aims at strong republican precincts, requiring vigilant work to detect and thwart the plan.
The message calls for no polling row activity across the county and urges peaceful, law abiding behavior. It warns against disorder and bloodshed and emphasizes standing up for rights without provoking aggression or disgrace.
Complete arrangements have been made to report election returns. Telegraph offices at Bloomfield and Switz City stay open all night while Newberry Marco Linton Switz City Lyons and Worthington relay votes to the central office as soon as counted. Other townships will send carriers by horseback and Indianapolis dispatches will be used for rapid information until final results are known.
The article warns voters that Republicans will try to buy victory with money and circulate bogus tickets bearing Cleveland and Thurman names. It urges voters to only use reliable Democrat tickets and to compare with the paper’s sample to avoid being cheated.
The article argues a treasury surplus exists under current law with 120 million yearly, and that the Mills bill would cut surplus to about 60 million annually. It contends debt could be paid as due and urges Republican voters to consider voting Democratic if the debt were resolved, framing the issue as a promise of fiscal stabilization.
Capt William J Hilligass addressed Greene county crowds in Cincinnati and Bloomfield about pensions and Cleveland era reforms. He cited pension acts, highlighted benefits to soldiers widows and orphans, and urged support for Grover Cleveland and the Democratic ticket.
The message appeals to new voters beginning their American citizenship by cast ing their first ballot for President. It warns against voting for a party that has failed to deliver and urges choosing a path free from the manipulation of banks and capitalists.
An enduring Castoria slogan traces a mother's care from infancy to parenthood. The catchy phrases describe Castoria as a remedy and comfort through childhood and family life, highlighting trust in the product for generations.
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