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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1893
Page
2
Long illness with Bright's disease and kidney complications felled Mr. Blaine after months of secret struggle. Doctors and family described a steady decline, with pneumonia fears looming as December weather worsened his condition and halted hopes for recovery.
A long history of the Blaine residence in Washington, its ill fate, and the Blaine family's deaths. The piece recounts Blaine's rise from editor to Speaker, his political career, up to his final campaigns and speeches, interwoven with the house’s storied past and notable memories.
A detailed portrait of James G Blaine and family in Augusta outlines his temperate lifestyle, private routines, and public image. It notes his simple home, mechanical routines, devotion to duty, and the supportive influence of wife Mrs Blaine and relatives amid political life.
Mrs. Blaine showed remarkable steadiness in the days of her husband’s illness. She calmly directed attendants and kept outward composure, easing his despair and sustaining hope despite suspicions or knowledge about his condition. Her willpower and cheerfulness under distress are highlighted as pivotal.
James Gillespie Blaine hailed from Pennsylvania families the Gillespies and Blaines. Born January 31 1830 at Indian Hill Pennsylvania his early schooling was in a red schoolhouse then in Lancaster Ohio with Thomas Ewing. He later attended Washington College and after graduation turned to teaching journalism and law before rising to national prominence.
Crawford recounts Blaine’s arduous 1884 presidential bid from Bar Harbor retirement toward Chicago nomination. Blaine opposed personal attacks and scandal, embraced concise tariff argument, endured relentless strain, and faced Medill’s doubts, a Demonico banquet, and the Burchard controversy that threatened victory.
The piece portrays Mr. Blaine as a dynamic Maine politician and campaign manager. It highlights his rapid ascent, leadership of the State committee, and extraordinary reach during campaigns across counties, carrying his headquarters in his hat and directing strategy from sleeping car compartments.
The article recalls Blaine’s political maneuvering and his 1880 nomination, noting his refusal to accept a New York banquet, his cautious return to Maine, and his sharp, light wit. It highlights his autocratic yet tactful style, belief that politics equates to power, and his skill as a political manager steering campaigns.
James G Blaine made his debut on the stump delivering a sharp remark about Ephraims feat and proposing political plans. A witness recounts Blaine's energy and early vigor in the speech.
The article recalls a 9 to 10 year old meeting at the Fifth Avenue Hotel in New York where Blaine, then approached by a New York newspaper, refused an interview. He praises reporters but warns against excessive talking, citing public interest and the risk of misquotation in cold type. He says interviews should be limited to meaningful topics and offers courteous refusals for the greater good.
The Augusta Maine house of Mr Blaine sits opposite the Capitol. The homes reflect modest comfort rather than wealth with Blaine's residence among the more reserved buildings. The article surveys local manners and family life linked to his dwelling.
Dr. Wm. Franks offers magnetic treatments at 33 Common St Boston daily from 10 am to 5 pm. He will conduct circles Tuesday evenings and visit to hold circles, providing business medium readings and sittings.
Colonel Ingersoll dubbed James G. Blaine The Plumed Knight in 1876 when nominating him for the presidency. He praised Blaine as a worthy leader with audacity, genius, heart, conscience, and brain under the flag and warned Republicans against deserting him.
A biographical sketch portrays Mrs Blaine widow of the statesman descended from early Puritan settlers. It recounts Harriet Stanwood born to Jacob Stanwood and Sallie Caldwell with siblings Jacob and Edward prospering in Boston. The piece notes her early schooling, love of reading, and strict upbringing avoiding dances, with ties to Judge Emmons family and Ipswich schooling.
The Blaine family endures tragedy as three of Secretary Blaine's children died and the mother mourns. Walker Blaine, Miss Margaret Blaine, and Miss Harriet Blaine were prominent figures, while James G. Blaine Jr and Emmons Blaine faced public strife and illness. Only Mrs. Walter Damrosch, Margaret, Harriet, and James G. Blaine Jr. remain to comfort her.
A Northern newspaper column laments the numerous deaths during the Harrison administration. It catalogs the losses affecting cabinet families, White House staff, and domestic workers, noting the ongoing sorrow since Mr. Harrison assumed office.
The article recalls Mr Blaine who faced illness with courage and said he did not fear death. An intimate family friend notes his lifelong ambition and ultimate disappointment, quoting his view that ambition is a hollow chase beyond family. Blaine lived about sixty two years yet seemed to outlive three score and ten.
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