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Newspaper
Comet
Location
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1884
Page
1
A garbled 19th century press montage spans politics and society. It notes James G Blaine’s rise, reactions of Lincoln Lincoln insiders, Beecher supporting women on Brooklyn education boards, and vivid vignettes from editors, editors, and common folk. It mentions Hayes, Logan, and general political chatter with anecdotes about dinner theater and a turkey misidentification.
The text notes Mr Blaine and his wife belong to the Congregational Church in Augusta Maine. It also states his paternal ancestors were tied to the Presbyterian Church and that in Washington his family attends a Presbyterian Church. It mentions his education at Washington College Pennsylvania, and the link to Jefferson College as a Presbyterian solid institution.
The telegram reply from Daniel Manning, Chairman of the Democratic State Central Committee, states that Mr. Tilden will not be a candidate under any circumstances. The letter means what it says, and his declination is absolute.
In Brooklyn on June 15 the Brooklyn Republican general committee prepares for a meeting tomorrow evening with several members already ruling out support for Blaine and Logan. Michael B. Cady, once an Ulengo friend of Arthur, plans to move to expel the kickers from the committee.
Thomas F. Bayard would carry Massachusetts against Blaine while William W. Eaton carries Connecticut and Grover Cleveland carries New York against Blaine. Other states listed include New Jersey Pennsylvania Ohio and India. Governor Cleveland seeks extradition for John C. Eno as District Attorney inquiry continues. A drug clerk’s handwriting remark follows.
Borvavo June 15 Democratic delegates from three Assembly districts of the Congress district rear in Saratoga to back Gov. Cleveland with James Mooney and others noted as likely delegates. In Erie Fourth district delegates pledged to Cleveland and Titus backs the Governor. Buffalo club members head to Saratoga to support Cleveland. Fifth district elects Wilcox Yoouss Woodward as Cleveland delegates with resolutions unanimously endorsing Cleveland.
Tammany seeks equal representation with the County Democracy at the State Convention in Saratoga. Ex-Sheriff James O'Brien warns they will not derail the national ticket. County Democracy leaders doubt Tammany's action but some concede potential delegates. Irving Hall Democrats accuse bluff but join the demand. A committee is named to push the request as three delegations with followers prepare to travel Tuesday.
A collection of aphorisms promoting self control effort integrity and perseverance. It contrasts virtue with hypocrisy and extols self-improvement and disciplined parenting as paths to prosperity and moral growth.
Numerous newspapers critique James G. Blaine’s Republican nomination and warn of disaster for the party. Articles predict possible Democratic gains if the GOP persists with Blaine, urging a shift to stronger, principled candidates.
Fragmentary report suggests New England papers including the Boston Herald and Worcester Spy oppose the Blaine Logan bid. New York journals criticised the ticket in aggressive editorials while independent groups in Massachusetts push meetings to oppose the nomination.
A Broadway firm showcases a carved mahogany billiard table named Patti table, priced at 42000, said to have inspired Patti to love in New York. A reporter learns the Windsor Hotel’s practice table costs about half as much, and anecdotes link Patti’s fame to billiard feats and a famed cue maker.
A garbled draft suggests Mrs Green Calfoe of New York proposes a plan to arrest or detain a named political figure. The speaker, Mr Caffee, questions the motive and warns against overreaction while noting potential actions and consequences implied in the dialogue.
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