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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1888
Page
2
Small paragraph notes that advertisers should call and examine subscription books to verify figures. Mentions countywide newspaper and invites scrutiny of circulation data for accuracy and integrity.
The Democrat informs readers that delivery is only for paid copies and warns against paying for others. It explains that papers stop at the end of the paid period and that renewal must be sent before the date shown after the name to extend service.
VOTE THIS TICKET. For President Grover Cleveland of New York. For Vice President Allen G Thurman of Ohio. Presidential Elector At Large Thomas R Cobb John E Lami. Governor Courtland C Matson. Lieutenant Governor William H Myers. Secretary of State Robert W Miare. Auditor Charles A Munson. Treasurer Tilowa B Vrings. Reporter John W Ken. Attorney General Joan K Wilson. Superintendent E F Grirrire. Judges Supreme Court Kirst district W Ey Nimacs Second district G V Howx Fourth district Allen Zollans. Congressman 2d District John W O Neal. Judge circuit law Joan C Ubicas. Prosecuting Attorney circuit Hoxt W C Hulse. Representative Jor Evuis. Treasurer Jasper W Usre. Sheriff Noan Binax. Surveyor Al D Carlson. Commissioner 24 Dist Wy McCrannen. Commissioner 3d Dist Trios Gracr. Coroner Jereiah Uwatriyp.
Fragmentary quotes urge voting Democratic ticket. One speaker predicts Cleveland could secure over 220 electoral votes while noting 185 is the threshold to win.
A sharp critique argues that overconfidence, more than any trivial distraction, could undermine democratic governance in Indiana, warning against complacency and urging vigilance in civic processes.
The note remarks on favorable times with market prices for wheat at 1.10, cattle at 5.70, hogs at 46.80, and corn at 45 cents, urging stability and “let well enough alone.”
The message invites all residents to Bloomfield for an appearance by the next Indiana governor on October 22, urging attendance and reminding readers not to miss the event.
The text questions price differences between Democratic and Republican subscribers, noting a year’s paper costs 25 cents for Democrats and a dollar 50 for Republicans and asking if readers deserve equal respect from their paper. The brief highlights partisan pricing and reader sentiment.
A circular letter from Hovey reaches soldiers in the county urging votes. The text accuses him of past empty signals of support and notes he cannot rely on soldiers to rescue his campaign this year.
The piece calls for earnest backing from Democrats, independents, prohibition and liberal Republicans to ensure a decent and respectable majority, stressing the likelihood of victory as a foregone conclusion.
The writer argues the Methodist Episcopal Church has shifted to oppose free whisky and aligned with prohibition, claiming confrontations forced nearly every state preacher to move or face loss of votes. A Greene County preacher allegedly moved after orders from a bishop to avoid influencing the GOP race.
The Republican state central committee refuses to join the Democratic committee in pursuing alleged election fraud. They plan to attempt winning the state through bribery and ballot box fraud, prompting Democrats to stand vigilant from now on.
The piece notes strong unity among Democrats for the entire county ticket with no push to trade off parts. Voters express broad enthusiasm for all candidates and expect a solid majority behind the full slate.
Joel Ellis, Democratic candidate for representative, spoke at Budwell school house in Center township but his lines were cut by a unknown villain. Voters are urged to support Ellis and condemn the saboteur who disrupted the talk in the dark.
An outraged speaker claims Jor. Ennis has equal rights in the county and denounces those who would disrupt his performances. The speaker calls for harsh public punishment of the offender, including tar and feathering and punishment atop the courthouse flagstaff.
Report states a wagon from Newberry passed the Stannien Flater residence when two men aboard threw a stone striking his seven year old son in the head. The child has remained ill. if he dies, murder charges may follow, otherwise assault and battery penalties apply. The incident sparks debate on party respect.
In Greene County soldiers denounce Hovey circular letter and refuse to publish many reader responses. Notable letter from L. J. Kirkpatrick of Robinson, a longtime Republican and G. A. R. member, who vows never to vote for the GOP again.
Masok W. W. Carter and Col. John T. Smith spoke at Coffee in Clay County. Smith, a Methodist preacher, claimed Cleveland’s death would send him to hell and accelerated a rambling attack on tariffs. The piece mocks Smith as an emissary of the Devil and recent defaulter ex-clerk John T. Smith, suggesting satirical motives and local grudges.
James G. Blaine argues that keeping whisky taxed and restricted is essential to temperance. He warns that lowering prices to 20 cents a gallon would boost consumption and undermine high license laws. He claims federal tax enforcement reduces illicit distillation and supports reform.
In Stockton township Judge William M. Franklin spoke to a full house praising tariff reform. Later Wm. Hysell of Olio addressed miners with facts against the robber tariff. Both meetings drew large crowds and boosted Democrat momentum ahead of November.
The Mills bill lowers duties on raw materials and building inputs, reducing wool, salt, sugar, and construction costs. It promises cheaper clothing, food, and homes while boosting employment in building trades and woolen manufacturing. The democracy argues the measure serves laboring people by lowering costs and increasing welfare.
Consul Schoenhof’s report from Tunatall Germany compares shoe labor costs in America and Europe. It finds European production costs for a ladies button boot near 35 to 71 cents, while American costs average higher wages but lower labor cost percentages. The study notes Europe’s higher prices, fragmented demand, and less efficient systems, vs American rapid production and scale.
John W. Kern addressed an immense Marco audience after a 165 foot hickory pole was raised. Andrew Humphreys introduced him. rain sent attendees to the church yet the hall remained packed for two hours. Later Franklin Sanders delivered a grand speech as Stafford township Democrats praised their prospects.
Highland town ship Democrats held a pole raising at Goose Creek last Saturday with about 200 attendees. Dr. L. P. Moullinix delivered a short, well received speech and an enthusiastic evening meeting followed led by W. W. Moffett.
Noah Elgan and Geo. W. Calvert led a Bloomfield gathering with the democratic cannon. W. W. Moffett delivered a campaign speech to a highly enthusiastic crowd of about 800 as the campaign moves toward the November 6 election.
In Newberry on Saturday a crowd estimated at over 10 000 gathered to hear Judge William M. Franklin of Owen County discuss tariff policy and the fate of Union soldiers pensions under Grover Cleveland. He argued the Republican Party promotes monopoly and high protection.
Daniga Murray of Fort Davis Texas argues for itemized tariff taxation to show protection levels on each article. He claims clear consumer information will boost home manufacture wool iron flour sugar rice and related goods and push voters to support suitable protection and national shipping. He ends by praising Grover Cleveland and urging support in 1888.
In a promotional essay the author extols the American ideal of combining brawn and brain to advance life on the social highway. It warns that without regular personal governance the modern man risks fatigue and failure, urging use of Warners Log Cabin Sarsaparilla to maintain vitality and endurance.
The quote, attributed to Corporal Tanner of Hev, labels a political group as demo crats in a brief wartime exchange. The passage provides no additional context, dates, or location details.
Land explorers excursion tickets at low round trip rates go on sale October 6 and 23 via the Pennsylvania lines west of Pittsburg to destinations in Kansas Colorado Nebraska Iowa Minnesota Dakota Montana Wyoming Indian Territory Tennessee Mississippi Louisiana and Texas. Tickets valid for return within thirty days from sale. further information from local agents or the Pittsburg Cincinnati St Louis Railway or Chicago St Louis and Pittsburg railroad.
A Louisville Courier Journal summary notes Republicans predicted doom under Cleveland. It cites Bankers Harper and Barnum, Colorado cattlemen, and widespread land disputes. The piece credits Cleveland with ending illegal fences, aiding settlement, and reducing cattle barons’ power, while prompting a westward shift to grangers and homesteaders.
An advertisement from Bloomfield stresses discretion and promotes Warner's Log Cabin Hops and Bucha Remedy as a stomach health product. It claims to aid digestion and natural health outcomes.
Advertisers tout new raisins and honey at the Cash Grocery along with sour kraut cranberries and prunes. Rankin and Shields promote stoves at low prices. Ot Herold and D. O. Groff share promotions, while Castoria ads target parents with a familiar product.
The Union Stock Yards report shows dull trading for cattle with receipts 350 and shipments 300. Prices range from 1,100 to 1,800 pounds for various shipping steers, with bids from 4.00 to 5.50 per hundredweight, while hogs show receipts 2,000 and shipments 2,400, opening 10 to 15 cents lower and closing barely steady. Lambs and sheep remain quiet with mixed quality offerings and price levels around 4.75 to 5.90 for various grades.
The New York Star notes Charles Harrison’s changing stance from pro Chinese immigration to restricted policy as he seeks Democratic support. It accuses him of adopting positions to win votes and of rekindling sectional rhetoric to unite opposition to Republican candidates.
All flour offered is warranted best straight grade flour made in Indiana and better than any fancy brand. Money refund if unsatisfactory. Stock will be sold at the lowest cash prices or exchanged for wheat. Manager Parts Lukinbill at Newberry announces the flour is from Celebrated Gilt Edge Mills Worthington.
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