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Newspaper
Boston Weekly Globe
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1884
Page
3
The article notes Governor Hendricks favors McDonald's candidacy but dislikes the idea of a fellow statesman taking second place. His stance is likened to a dog in the manger. Both Hendricks and McDonald await the Saratoga Convention.
Ex governor Butler speaks with the Sun at the Fifth Avenue Hotel, weighing Blaine's nomination, bolters, and New York’s pivotal role. He argues on vetoes, municipal appointments, tariff policy, and the risk of Republican dominance, urging Democrats to unite to prevent another GOP era. He warns of a potential rise of a new reform-minded party.
Reports from diverse regions indicate Benjamin F. Butler of Massachusetts stands as the strongest Democratic presidential prospect aside from Cleveland. Massachusetts anchors Butler with solid support, while New York and Southern outlets hint at broad backing, including Greenback and labor groups, with potential cross endorsements among independents.
The article discusses Butler's possible impact on the presidential race, noting that Massachusetts would remain independent if he were nominated and suggesting strategies such as abstaining or running a third ticket to influence Democrats. It claims Butler could win New York and help secure the presidency, while cautioning that Republican moves could alter plans.
Washington reports Randall may be substituted as Pennsylvania district delegate to Chicago. His long service and parliamentary skill could make him the Democratic standard bearer, echoing Garfield’s 1880 rise. Friends push his nomination amid tariff reform and government-abuse critiques shaping the campaign.
Texas delegation plans grand arrangements for travel to the National Democratic Convention in Chicago. From eleven districts and statewide, delegates and alternates will gather July 4 at Denison with stenographers, reporters, and a palace car train. The trip includes Meine Brothers' band, a special Missouri Pacific through Sedalia and Hannibal, and sides emblazoned with Texas Democratic delegation to Chicago. The group has hotel rooms at Grand Pacific and backs Cleveland for president if Tilden is unavailable, with a Vice President choice among Hoadly, McDonald, or Rosecrans.
The letter praises General Butler as a formidable off-hand speaker and hints he could be the Democrats standard bearer against Blaine. It argues Butler's record and life story could force Blaine to defend himself, suggesting Butler and Palmer as a potential new ticket for the Democrats.
Ex Senator Allen G. Thurman flatly says he is not a candidate and asks the world to leave him alone. The Times notes the dispute between Payne and Thurman camps as the Democratic State Convention nears, with Hoadly and Denver as second choices for Payne and Thurman supporters respectively.
The Louisiana Democratic State Convention reassembled at 11 p.m. and adopted a platform urging support for Samuel J. Tilden as standard bearer. It endorses tariff reverence for revenue, protection of waterways, and unity with other states, and elects E. A. Burke, B. F. Jonas, A. Gumby, and R. C. Wicklister as delegates.
After choosing alternates and issuing a list of district delegates along with naming electors, the convention adjourned sine die, closing its business without further action.
Havana dispatches report Spain anxious over Blaine plans to buy or annex Cuba. Captain-General Castillo will send one of five Madrid commissioners to New York to relay earlier ministerial and consul warnings. They caution Washington public opinion favors purchase, enabling Cuba’s price to be met. The commissioner will report on neutrality and the Cuba price before a final Madrid report.
A Chicago Times critique questions Blaine’s foreign policy promises. It argues readers seek concrete principles and a clear plan before voting, noting past State Department actions suggest a peacemaker and potential regional dictator stance in the western hemisphere.
The Democratic State Convention at Dover endorses Thomas F. Bayard as a statesman whose nomination would provide a platform and candidate to meet the country’s needs. The Dover resolution reaffirms adherence to the party’s 1876 and 1880 platforms and urges Chicago delegates to support the principles.
In Indianapolis on June 20 Hendricks denies any truth to rumors of running for governor. He states he is not a candidate and would not accept a nomination if offered, in an interview conducted by Charles G. Stewart, managing editor of the Sentinel.
The piece argues Blaine must confront disaffection among German Republicans in the West who oppose his Maine prohibition stance. It suggests his friendly image over beer will not sway German voters, and predicts a possible drop in his Western majorities as a result of this revolt.
The editorial argues that electing Mr. Blaine as president would hinder reform efforts, trigger costly conflicts abroad, and promote robbery and extravagance in public service. It warns that treasury drain schemes and spoils systems could flourish, unsettling independents and many Republicans alike.
A Republican collapse prompts a Democratic ticket survey with Butler Stoneman Thurman Slocum Bayard Cleveland among the names. Analysis claims Butler commands mass support, Thurman could unite anti monopoly factions, Bayard weak with masses, Cleveland would please reformers yet antagonize anti monopolis and Tammany.
The text weighs possible contenders including Stoneman and Slocum as strong army-linked names who could challenge Logan on the Pacific coast. It excludes Payne Prower Field as monopoly affiliates and notes Hancock Holman Morrison Carlisle McDonald among others as secondary options, asserting suggestions are nonpartisan.
The piece outlines two paths for Democrats to gain cross party votes. One confines effort to New York New Jersey and Connecticut to draw Republican disaffected Blaine voters with Cleveland as a key element. The second envisions Butler as a unifying candidate to attract independents and reform-minded factions into a truly national party.
At 2.30 this morning the Democratic State Convention in Pueblo elected delegates to Chicago Governor Grant W S Waller M D Crow J D McGilvray Dennis Sullivan and J R Lether. The delegation is uninstructed but Cleveland is its probable choice.
Georgia and Tennessee Democratic conventions report on delegates to Chicago and electors at large. William Swith named chairman in Atlanta. E F Lowell A O Bacon Patrick Walsh and A R K Lawton chosen as delegates at large. Tennessee electors for state at large chosen. platform denounces tariff as injustice. Michigan convention selects district delegates with Butler favored.
Chicago June 19 Senator McDonald leaves for Springfield to seek ex-Governors Palmer and Robinson and General McClernand backing for second place on the national ticket. He says Saratoga harmony did not signal a Cleveland victory and the nomination may go to the strongest men outside New York. Tennessee Democrats name electors and endorse a tariff plan favoring revenue and home labor without promoting monopolies.
New York June 18 The committee of twenty five is appointed to rally Independents dissatisfied with Blaine and Logan for a representative conference. Members include George William Curtis Lars Schurz Francis C Barlow Joseph W Harper Jr Jackson 8 Schultz and Charles Scribner. Indianapolis June 19 Hendricks declines to be considered governor nominee. Columbus June 19 Thurman not candidate for president and Payne out of race, boosting Hoadly boom.
The text notes friends betting on his nomination at ScienE and claiming he will receive the New York delegation’s vote. It presents speculative chatter about political prospects with no verifiable confirmation or concrete results.
Chicago June 19 The National Democratic Committee sub committee announces ticket distribution rules for the convention. About 2000 seats for delegates and officials, 800 for press, 750 for fund subscribers, and 760 for local committees and officials. Around 1200 tickets to senators representatives veterans and eminent men, 950 reserved for contingencies, rest to delegates. Desk privilege requests due by June 30 to Austin H Brown Indianapolis.
Note and comment on the candidates and Butler could carry Lynn Massachusetts New York and carry the nation. The New Era and New York Staats-Zeitung discuss Conkling joining the Manhattan Club as a sign of shifts. Butler’s Greenback nomination is welcomed by the New York Truth and Democratic support is noted by the Boston Courier and New York Times. Critics warn of Blaine’s dangers and the Greensback bid is pressed as an equal rights platform.
Philadelphia reports the death of Bishop Matthew Simpson at 8:30 AM. A renowned preacher and author of A Hundred Years of Methodism, he influenced Methodism across the United States and Europe, directing the Garrett Biblical Institute and serving as a key wartime speaker.
BreMINGHAM June 19 A shoemaker John O'Hara found a loaded seven shot in a pair of gaiters given for repair by a stranger. A powdery substance spilled from a shell and was thought dynamite. O'Hara disposed of the shoes and alerted police chief Martin who seeks the mysterious donor.
Thousands of Boston residents line Charlestown streets for Bunker Hill Day pageant. Mystic Order of Owls features prominently among parade groups while crowds endure heat and crush. Officials, bands, and numerous dignitaries parade along Medford and adjacent streets, with citywide observance paused for the celebration.
Nolan denies American reports that he turned informer in the 1879 Galway murder case of William Mahon. He recounts arrests of his father John Nolan, Tansey, Kennedy, and Hannon, their remands, and a false press report accusing him of Informer activity. He arrived in America two months earlier seeking to set the record straight.
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