Democratic State Convention Notice for Massachusetts
The Democratic State Committee invites delegates to a state convention at City Hall Springfield on September 26 1883 at noon to nominate candidates for state offices and possibly select four delegates at large and four alternates for the 1884 Democratic National Convention. Representation bases include towns cities wards and votes for Hancock in 1880. Election of delegates to occur at least ten days before the convention. Jonas H. French Chairman J. W. Coveney Secretary.
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W. 8. Hancock
Democratic State Committee
Jonas H. French
J. W. Coveney
Increase in Globe circulation delays Weekly Globe delivery
An apology explains setup of new Hoe press and folding machines to handle the rising circulation. Folding is now done at another office with delays, but completion is expected within two weeks. Facilities will then improve with faster, better delivered papers for subscribers.
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Weekly Globe
Make Voters
A persuasive call urges Democrats in Massachusetts to vote for a Democratic governor. It promotes circulating THE WEEKLY GLOBE to maximize turnout, claiming voters can be made easily and effectively through broad distribution. Readers are invited to read offers to clubs to help make voters.
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Massachusetts
Weekly Globe
GLOBE
Igelf
Postage Law Changes Affects Weekly Globe Subscriptions
No three cent stamps will be accepted for weekly globe subscriptions due to the new postage law. Two cent stamps are required, while one two five or ten cent stamps will be accepted as before.
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GLOBE
Remittance and Subscription Terms for the Weekly Globe
The Weekly Globe offers one year for free postage across the United States and Canada, or Aix copies for 500 dollars. Subscriptions should be sent by postal order registered letter or draft on New York or Boston, stamps accepted. Address all letters to The Weekly Globe Boston Mass.
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Boston
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Rumors and Reassessments Stir Public Notices and Railcar Plans
The column discusses an ongoing Star route trial inquiry, a proposed probe into the verdict, and a forecast of endless investigations. It notes the resignation of Frank B. Sanborn from the Board of Health, Lunacy and Charity and his salary cut by the Governor. It also mentions Drew Boucicaut building a grand Wilmington railway car for his tour, a Chicago newsboy's $22,000 windfall after thirteen years of work, Luther celebrations in Saxony, and The New York Times tariff stance opposing free trade and opposing high duties on imports.
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Frank B. Sanborn
Board of Health, Lunacy and Charity
Sanborn
Republican Party
Butler
Drew Boucicaut
Wilmington
N. C
Boroicavur
Chicago
New York Times
Times
Boston Port Collector Must Go Says New England Papers
The State Street debate accuses the Boston port collector of abusing power to dismiss inspectors for party gain. Critics claim a staged harmony within the Republican ranks and call for reform as charges of smuggling surface. The piece notes Butler’s reforms and endorses Governor Butler in 1884 with a Democratic push for change.
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Boston
Boston Traveller
Old Bay State
Hoar
Republican Party of Harmony
State Street
Custom House
Grand Old Party
Republians
Democratic Party
Butler
Bouter
Democratic State Committee Calls for Unity in Massachusetts
The Democratic reformers urge Democrats and all who defend the state's honor to unite for better governance and to correct abuses. They counter Republican claims that Governor Butler's administration needs defense, praising his reform efforts and firmer management, including actions at Tewksbury and Bridgewater.
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Democratic State Central Committee
Republican State Committee
Commonwealth
Republican Call
Democratic Call
Massachusetts
Butler
Whiat
Tewsbury
Tewksbury
Bridgewater
Republican Board of Health
Democratic Committee
Distress Signals From GOP Voice Plight
The Globe notes the Republican Party shows distress as it seeks cross party aid. It criticizes chairman Mr. Loper for weak arguments despite Harvard training and contrasts him with Ex-Collector Beard whose plain Vermont English is deemed more persuasive to voters.
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GLOBE
Republican State Committee
Lopge
Harvard
Harvard College
Loper
Beard
Vermont
Lopaen
Java eruptions reshape island and shock Pacific coast
The Java volcanic disturbances submerge towns and spawn new craters, with waves reaching California. Experts note 75 000 plus dead and claim link to Ischian events. Shocks ripple to South America as eruptions subside, suggesting a larger undersea movement and potential future activity in the region.
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Pacific Ocean
California
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South America
Telegraph Operators Form Independent Company
The piece notes the strike against Western Union Telegraph Company and reports operators organizing a new telegraph company under New York law to secure better pay and hours. It extols independent labor, warns of monopolistic capital, and frames this move as a patriotic achievement aligned with American ideals. The discourse contrasts labor justice with European feudalism and recalls recent mass fatalities from summer accidents, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions to underscore human fragility.
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Western Union Telegraph Company
Western Union
New York
Europe
Operators Challenge Western Union Monopoly
The piece lauds independent action by local operators who join in a peaceful, businesslike bid to end Western Union's monopoly. It argues monopoly harms all citizens and calls for open competition to serve the world’s greatest commercial community.
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Western Union
Western Union Telegraph Company
Stott Denounced as Traitor by Transcript in Massachusetts Politics
The piece rails at Colonel Stott of Lowell as a traitor to the Republican cause, arguing the Transcript scapegoats him for last year’s campaign errors. It singles out Stott as executive head and contends only he and the secretary knew every move, while praising other Republicans who fought the disaster.
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New York
Kansas
Minnesota
Woodburn
British
Daphne
Clyde
Baltimore
India
Ischia
Java
Massachusetts
Colonel Stott
Lowell
Republican State Committee
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Mr. Stort
Colonel Haskell
Brece
Stort
Bates
Andrew
Dominion
Butler
China
Washington Post
Ohio
Republican
White House
Grant
Congressional Committee On Labor
West
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McFadden
New York Sun
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New York Herald
Nebraska
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Blaine
Wall Street News
Wall Street
Keifer
Connecticut
Macon
Republican Party
Africa
Arthur
Knox
Boston
Herald
Heidelberg
Uncle Remus
Stanley Matthews
Supreme Court
Messrs. Gould and Huntington
Garfield
Matthews
P. I
Endorsement of the MARSHES by Tewksbury’s 48
A long critique notes 48 signers from a 2179 population town backing the MARSHES. It mocks the list’s distribution of TRULLS and CLARKs and jokes about local figures and a governor’s stance, while questioning the motive and scale of the endorsement.
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London
Tewksbury
Republican State Committee
Republican
Clarks
Leonard Huntress
Leonard Huntress, Jr
Far West
Butler
Tewks
Political Fierceness in Tewksbury Certificate Debate
The text attacks the State committee as frightened and desperate, noting a Tewksbury certificate as evidence. It argues the party seeks outside help to win the state and mocks a small local faction for trying to influence broader voters. The piece suggests amusement for opponents like Mr CopMAN and Senator BRUCE.
Public Benefaction Clears Lord Byron S Name Of Slanders
The London Atheneum first published letters between Lady Byron and Byron's sister proving the stories circulated by Mrs Stowe were unfounded. The Globe digest shows warm relations between the ladies, debunking the charges. Byron's life is praised for temperance, while any alleged crimes would stain all humanity. the vindication preserves his intellectual legacy.
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Lord Byron
London Atheneum
Lady Byron
Lord Brron
Mrs. Stone
A Distinction Without A Difference
A Senate testimony argues wage worker conditions are similar worldwide, noting coal miners in England fare better than Americans. The piece also covers naval hazing, Dorsey disclosures, a Kansas banker fraud case, Boston foreign exposition tensions, and Kidney-Wort's claimed liver and kidney benefits.
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Senate
England
United States
America
Smuggling Funds and Political Foibles Across the Nation
A collage of satirical notes and political jabs cites smugglers funding the in power party in Canada, critics of Governor Butler, and various quips on elections. The items blend humor with sharp commentary on reform, governance, and public life across multiple cities and newspapers.
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