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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1884
Page
4
An 1884 Boston Globe call to form Butler clubs in every town. Citizens are urged to canvass thoroughly, rally full attendance at primary meetings to select delegates for district and State conventions, and then send capable delegates to the national convention. Emphasizes General Butler and the people's suffrage.
The notice outlines subscription pricing for the Weekly Glone including one year for $100 and six copies for $85, with payment via postal order draft or stamps. It details addressing to Boston and required writer details, plus loss replacements and sample copies. It also contains political commentary about Democratic and Republican affairs from the era.
A political appeal argues Indianapolis and Chicago factions can curb Democrats in Congress by rallying around a candidate of the people. It denounces Cleveland and Bayard as figures the Republican party pushes, claiming party leaders ignore public welfare.
The piece argues laborers in Massachusetts and elsewhere back General Butler or Blaine depending on Democratic nomination. It claims workingmen will rally to Butler if he is chosen, or otherwise support Blaine to block Republicans, urging the Democratic Convention to heed laborers' wishes.
The Republicans attack Governor Cleveland as an unavailable nominee. They claim his alliance with Republicans in the Legislature alienates New York Democrats and workingmen. They argue Cleveland would lose New York and fail to carry other states, with Butler as the preferred alternative.
The analysis argues Blaine cannot carry the Pacific States without effort due to scanty knowledge of the coast’s politics. It notes California’s shift toward Democrats amid railroad monopoly outrage, calls Blaine a tool of railroad interests, and claims anti monopoly Democrats could defeat him in California.
The piece argues Nevada is financially ruined with about 15,000 voters and electoral votes for sale to the highest bidder. It claims state allegiance is driven by money rather than principles, criticizing Nevada for selling notes to Sharpe, Farr, and others and implying it would back Blaine regardless.
The piece notes a delay in executive appointments before the convention creating a stockpile of favors. Blaine supporters seek appointments to aid his aims, while the curbing reform plank seeks to curb patronage to protect institutions. Curtis’s bolt of the nomination influences managers to bolt his portion of the platform.
In a broad critique of Governor Cleveland of New York, the author argues he lacks national fame and clear positions on tariff labor currency or reform. The piece contrasts Cleveland with Tilden and Hayes, urging a known, nationally respected candidate who can unite workers and the party. It cites past nominees Hawes Hayes and other figures to condemn unknowns.
The New York Evening Post notes rising anti Blaine sentiment as major journals across New York and Boston drop support or express doubt. Only the Tribune backs Blaine openly in the city, while others question his nomination and cite star-route gang and intrigue as factors.
The piece analyzes election data showing close popular votes in several states and a drift toward Democratic governors since Garfield’s 1880 victory. It argues the rising Democratic tide in northern states signals a fragile partisan balance and questions whether the Republican majority can govern with patriotism and integrity if power shifts.
In a historic critique, the piece questions whether original Republicans abolitionists and war fighters can back the Republican ticket. It cites John A. Logan as originator of Illinois black laws and notes his praise for that work. It warns black voters to reconsider before supporting him.
The Grand Army of the Republic shows distrust toward General Logan arguing he favors non soldiers for appointments and uses the organization for political ends. Illinois G A R members report he is not the favored candidate and has incurred their enmity.
The Chicago ticket draws a mix of supporters including Stephen B. Elkrys, Jay GouLp, Russell Sage, and Cyrus W. Field. Others listed are Joan A. Joyce, John J. O'Brien, Elkins Krerens Roots lobbyists, and Capitol insiders. The piece questions Republican unity as it labels backers as bought and paid for by powerful interests.
The article reports that principal foreign holders possess 20 647 000 acres of U S land including seven tracts over a million acres each and a 3 000 000 acre Texas holding by an English syndicate. It notes foreign squatter sovereignty and landlord drains, with examples like a 60 000 acre English lord estate in Southern Kansas and a 5 000 acre garden plot among smaller holdings.
The piece warns against landlordism and foreign ownership of land. It argues that England's system, with escalating rents and taxes per acre, exemplifies oppressive landholding. It claims such patterns must alarm Americans and prompt immediate action to prevent foreign avarice from driving workers off their land.
A collection of satirical notes and anecdotes from a Philadelphia official’s bribe incident to remarks on politics, fashion, and society. It includes jokes about bribes and cigars, party dynamics, dental ads, cultural observations, and international notes, with colorful quips on public life.
George Alfred Townsend criticizes George William Curtis and the Chicago press for a Republican nomination battle. He claims Curtis reflects a timid, cultured view while Blaine embodies practical leadership. Townsend elevates plain, hardworking Americans and cites Arnold and Horace White as contrasts to reformers, urging vigorous, direct political action.
Joel Bresinger, 40, described as a large lunatic, escaped from his father in Schuylkill County and roamed Shartlesville area frightening women and damaging property. He smashed wagons, chopped timber, entered several homes, fought guards, and was chased by locals armed with pistols. Report says he fled into woods near Centreport as authorities plan capture.
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