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Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1884

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LL D candidacy notes for Robinson Seelye Endicott race

The remarks label Robinson and Seelye as LL D s. Endicott avoids the LL D title yet is described as a far stronger LL D than his rivals, highlighting contrasts in academic honors among the opponents.

Robinson Seelye Endicott

Berkshire Fair May Return to Fall Dates in Pittsfield

The Berkshire fair at Pittsfield has often occurred in late September or early October. Observers suggest more sun exposure risk and urge managers to restore the traditional fall timing in the future.

Berkshire Pittsfield

Maine House to Contain Four Democrats Says Haverhill Bulletin

The Haverhill Bulletin reports the Maine house of representatives will include only four Democrats with others likely excluded. It notes thirty four elected and suggests the number may rise to forty.

Haverhill Bulletin Maine House of Representatives

Irish Catholics Vote for Blaine Advised by Mgr Capella

Concord Monitor reports Mgr Capell advises Irish Catholics to back Blaine in the interest of Rome. The writer questions the campaign's alignment with Rome and asks a Concord observer to share the stance publicly.

Concord Monitor Mgr. Capell Rome Blaine Concord

Carl Schurz Draws 8000 In Milwaukee Sat Evening

Carl Schurz addressed about 8000 people in Milwaukee on Saturday evening. He would have spoken to 8000 more if they could have reached his voice, far exceeding the combined turnout that Boutwell Hawley and Storrs managed to hear their remarks.

Carl Schurz Milwaukee Boutwell Hawley Storrs Schurz

Democrats nominate George in New Hampshire district

The nomination of Col. George in the second New Hampshire district is one that Democrats nationwide will approve. He will wage a strong campaign and aims to win. The selection, together with Hon. John M. Hill for governor, signals that Democrats mean business.

Col. George New Hampshire John M. Hill

Vermont Republicans expected big lead, but smaller figures reported

C. S. Forbes of the Boston Journal told Vermont Republicans that initial advices showed a 20 000 to 28 000 lead, yet only 12 000 to 15 000 were being discussed to “whoop her up” when the larger figures arrived, a discrepancy noted by The Montpelier Argus and Patriot.

Montpelier Argus and Patriot C. S. Forbes The Boston Journal Vermont Boston West W.s&b. RB. R Chicago N Y L. E New York W.S. and Troy Saratoga Hoosac Tunnel Rutland Pullman Gardner Baldwinville Athol Greenfield Shelburne Falls North Adams Romme Prontagne Westbourg Wachusett Otter River Wendell East Deerfield Estminster Ashburnham Fitchburg West Deerfield Buckland Zoar Barawells Charlemont Thurmer’s Falls Brattleboro Winchendon Heene Bellowskis Cheshire Keene and Bellows Falls Worcester, Nashua and Rochester Railroad Groton Pepperell Mashus Framingham Lowell Railroad South Framingham Lowell Itchburg Ayer Junction Littleton South Acton Concord Junction Shirley Greenvwilie and Townsend Centre Marlboro Hudsop Maynard S &x Waltham Eturn Belmont and Waverhey Waverley Watertown Monarket Mt. Auburn Cambridge Dissteins Mandaten tChange Baldopeee Ware River B.R

Butler’s West speeches draw crowds and praise

The New York Sun notes General Butler’s westward tour drew large crowds and strong responses. It compares his impact to Massachusetts last fall, arguing that even if he had focused on state business, he might have won re election. The commentary urges letting him speak freely.

Butler West N. Y Massachusetts

Tariff as political weapon amid Maine election debate

A Maine election critique argues the tariff issue is exploited to distract from Blaine Reed and Hoar’s records. It claims protection has failed workers, imports cheap labor, and accuses hawley and hoar of defending a candidate with an indefensible record while promoting tariff talk to mislead liberal voters.

Tom Reed Maine Congress Lewiston Biddeford Blaine Reed Hoars Hoar Wells Hawley

Maine Citizens Observe State Pride in Presidential Elections

History shows that state pride and local attachment influence outcomes. The record cites 1840 Harrison and New York shifts, 1844 Polk Tennessee, 1848 Taylor Louisiana, 1852 Pierce New Hampshire, 1860 Lincoln Illinois, 1864 Lincoln vs McClellan in Pennsylvania, and 1868 Grant Illinois versus Seymour New York, with Maine’s Republican gains highlighted.

Maine Harrison Ohio van Buren New York Cass Scott Taylor Whig Party Buchanan Pennsylvania Pierce Fremont Filmore Lincoln Illinois Twain Douglass Breckenridge Bell Hamlin McClellan Grant Seymour

Blaine victory in Maine and a predicted Democratic triumph in November

The article reviews historical election results from 1860 to 1880 showing Republican gains in Maine and across states, noting Blaine's strong Maine win and arguing the Democratic party will likely secure a magnificent November triumph, despite a robust Republican apparatus. It cites Illinois New York Ohio and Pennsylvania results to illustrate shifting margins and predictions.

McClellan Grant Ilinois Greeley New York Seymour Tilden Hayes Ohio Garfield Hancock Pennsylvania Blaine Maine Hamlin Cleveland Hendricks Democratic Party

Bee Blai ne sh illing honey mockery in campaign rally

The Lynn Bee denounces Blaine via Butler as an aging widow traveler and compares him to an eagle and bee, accusing him of luxury in a Pullman car while workers toil in factories and mines. The piece warns voters to reject his promises and to turn the rascals out, pledging labor amity and reform.

Lynn Bee Blaine Butler Ben Jim Blaine

Visiting the Heart of the Alleghanies and Tobacco Route

Special correspondence from Marion North Carolina describes a Virginia and North Carolina tobacco belt journey. It notes vast farms, varied leaf types by region, Durham and Marburg tobaccos, Danville factories, and rail connections through Richmond, Greensboro, Danville, and Salisbury. A Virginia snack tale and Southern Republican reflections close the piece.

Boston Post Marion N. C Richmond Richmond and Danville Chesterfield Powhatan Amelia Nottaway Prince Edward Charlotte Halifax Pittsylvania Virginia Caswell Rockingham Guilford Davidson Rowan Cabarrus Mecklenburg North Carolina Lynchburg Durham Marburg Broad River Dan Virginia Midland Railway Alexandria Washington Greensboro North Carolina Railroad Danville Company Goldsboro Raleigh Salisbury Western North Carolina Railroad Piedmont North South Carolina Georgia John Brown New York Times London Cobden Club Pennsylvania Pittsburg

Uses of athletic gear in inventive household hacks

A humorous list from Puck suggesting athletic items can be repurposed around the home. A baseball, football, lacrosse racket, and cricket bat appear as makeshift tools for chores and playful mischief, ending with a wink at clever but impractical uses.

Puck

Deer Slaughter and Hounds Drove Game From North Carolina Hills

The author laments heavy hunting with unlicensed hounds decimating deer herds in Table Rock country. He claims scarcity of game due to starved packs trained to hunt, harming sheep grazing and forest wildlife. Promises future notes on farming and timber lands in the region.

Salisbury Western North Carolina Railroad Statesville Morgantown Blue Ridge North Carolina Table Rock Linville North Carolinia America

Brazil’s Slavery and Emancipation Pushes Reach 1883

New Orleans Picayune surveys Brazil in 1883, noting gradual emancipation efforts since 1871. It cites 1.35 million slaves in 1875 and 1876 population estimates, with massive value tied to slavery and a local push in the province of Ceara where emancipation aims to end slavery within the year.

New Orleans Picayune Brazil United States Alaska Cerea

Mysterious Train Signals Traced to Mischievous Horse

A Syracuse to Albany rail trip reported repeated bell rope activations with no human fault. After multiple stops, investigators found a horse in the car pulled the bell rope with its teeth, causing the disturbance. The rope was secured and service resumed.

Albany Journal Syracuse Saratoga

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