Blaine and His Letter Trigger Nomination Debate in 1888
In Des Moines and Chicago discussions Republicans weigh Blaine’s decline letter and the prospects for a strong ticket. J S Clarkson says Blaine’s message sharpens the issue. others, including McCreary and Ryan, contend the letter weakens or clarifies his candidacy. Iowa Republicans favor a Western nominee like Allison or Miller, while Harrison or Gresham emerge as possible cross-state contenders.
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National Committee
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Sherman
Blaine Republicans
Lowa
Allison
Justice Miller
Iowa
Pacific Coast
Congress
Lincoln
Harrison
Gresham
Rusk
Wisconsin
Senator Sherman Comments on Blaine Letter and Nomination
In Cutcaco and Wasuincron reports from February 13, John Sherman notes Blaine will not seek the nomination, plans to contend for the Ohio delegation, and believes Blaine could sweep the nation if nominated. The letter, politics, and party reaction create demoralization and doubt about a new leader as the convention nears.
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Cutcaco
Columbus
John Sherman
Blaine
Chicago
Sherman
Ohio
Blaine Declines Run Sparks Capitol Reactions Across Parties
Washington dispatch reports mixed Republican and Democratic reactions to James G Blaine declaring he will not seek the nomination. Senators Dawes and Chandler call the move sincere and proffer a durable party unity, while Blair and Blair of New Hampshire warn it could hurt GOP strength. Democrats warn of a hard contest ahead and note Baldwin era dynamics may shift support and tactics nationwide.
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Hoar
Massachusetts
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Allison
Iowa
Frye
Maine
Blair
New Hampshire
Aldrich
Rhode Island
Chandler
Acific
Chairman Blaine Letter Explained by Jones in Privately Held Talk
Privrspura Pennsylvania February 13. Ton B F Jones GOP national committee chair explains Blaine letter and reasons Blaine withdrew. He says health is fine and the move reflects rest and literary interests not fear or illness. Weeks adds tariff vs free trade as key issue and hints Blaine could be nominated if party pushes. Avavsta Maine February 18 J Manchester says Blaine letter does not dispose of his name.
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Sheridan
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Republican National Committee
National Committee
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Associated Press
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J. Manchester
National Republican
Weather report outlines snow and wind shifts across states
Indications from Washington forecast fair weather for Maine New Hampshire and Vermont with light snow in northern areas and warmer conditions followed by colder on Wednesday. Massachusetts Rhode Island Connecticut eastern New York expect warmer Tuesday and colder Wednesday with strengthening southwesterly winds turning northwesterly. Bulls Hill Horse Ry victory noted with similar signals. Signal service map shows rare equal barometer from SW to NE and three low areas across Colorado New Mexico Montana Dakota and northern Minnesota with a central high in Tennessee. Outlook for Tuesday predicts continued warm, fair weather.
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Railroad Accident Near Unionville Conn Injured
A Unionville special reports a serious accident at Richards's Mill on the Northampton division of the Consolidated railroad. The Farmington branch passenger train left New Hartford at 9 45 and derailed on a curved S shaped track surface, throwing cars down a 40 foot embankment. Passengers suffered injuries including Miss Ella Brockway of Barkhamsted and Rev William Miller of New Britain, with other minor injuries among four Germans and Miss Hungerford. Conductor Bentley and brakeman Doty among those hurt, trains resumed by 6 p.m.
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Barkhamsted
William Miller
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Hungerford
New Haven
Collinsville
Unionville
Miller
Shipping movements and sailings in February highs and lows
A sequence of port arrivals and departures is recorded across multiple hubs. Vessels include Mameluke from Girgendl and Thorndale from Rio Marini arriving at Baltimore and Queenstown respectively, and numerous lines from New York to Liverpool, Bremen, London, and other destinations. The log notes February dates, routes, and transfer points such as Gravesend Havre Kinsale and Glasgow with ships like La Champagne Palestine America and Asia.
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Keeler & Co Cambridge Wood Mantels Cabinet Work
Keeler and Co advertise custom wood mantels and cabinet work made to order from their Cambridge factory located at 61 01 Washington St. Come Elm.
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Keeler & CO
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Blaine Declines Presidency Sparks Republican Debate
An Augusta Maine dispatch reports Kennebec Journal predicting reaction to James G. Blaine's declination of the Republican candidacy. It asserts the nation desires leadership, urges unity, and notes Blaine’s reasons, personal and patriotic, while stressing the party must pursue protectionist policy and victory. Republican officials argue whether Blaine should or can be nominated again.
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Kennebec Journal
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Union
National Committee
Great National Party
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Hom
James G. Blaine
Maine
California
Texas
Poeta
Joseph HO. Manley
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