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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1879
Page
2
The regional gathering passed quietly while Paulding County Democrats faced defeat in a mass convention planned for the 16th. Speakers recalled the Confederate era and debated promises, with Davis and RE Reconstruction themes surfacing amid a bleak political mood.
Charles Foster canvasses the state while Ewing Rice Thurman and other Democratic leaders promote their case. Defiance and Paulding counties show dissatisfaction with Judge Patton, prompting Republicans to nominate a popular candidate to unite both counties and improve chances.
From the State Register, the publication titled Ohio Ideal will be condensed by its admirers after the election into a nickname or quip “O Dear.”
A Springfield Republic reflection argues that an "extremely virtuous" man may seek solace in independence from the two major political parties, but finds it a lonely stance. The piece suggests isolation in nonalignment.
The piece recalls Phi Sherdan leading Winchester to victory and shouting about a twist. It notes brigadiers in Congress have pressed Union forces, but the Republicans will rally in autumn and win with a twist that will scare the rebels.
A Phoenix dispatch reports Martha Lewis, widow of the village, who sent five sons to fight for the Union in the Civil War, was left penniless after their deaths. She has now secured back pensions totaling 1300 dollars and an annuity of 96 dollars, with ongoing community support noted.
The Chicago Inter Ocean quotes Senator Thurman asserting Ohio is Democratic on a free ballot. He notes the Democratic party has the elements to win when the ballot is free to all. He warns a fair ballot differs, saying the old Democratic plug with sand burrs in his tail has only a slim chance.
A fiery Okolona Mississippi letter blasts War Democrats accusing them of defaming the state and suppressing independent voices. The writer denounces Democratic loyalty, compares opponents to the devil, and calls for removal from society. References to Sherman’s march and past crimes frame the rebuke as severe and partisan.
The Chicago Times reports Tammany Hall in New York charges an offensive and defensive pact between Tilden and Ewing. Ewing allegedly seeks subsidies from Gramercy Park bars for Ohio votes in the coming year. If true, Tilden’s funds are at stake and Ewing faces likely defeat in October.
The product claims cure for ague and fever when used with Quinine and urges a fair trial. It promotes as a superior cathartic for bilious derangements and as a simple purgative, asserting unmatched effectiveness.
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