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Newspaper

Defiance County Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1884

Page

2

New York Sun Attacks Cleveland's Fitness for Presidency

The New York Sun declares Grover Cleveland unfit for the presidency and cites a Galveston Daily News proposal to form a commission as an insinuation. The Sun asserts its grievance is simple and urges repeated publication of its stance, arguing Cleveland has done nothing to merit higher office.

New York Sun Grover Cleveland Galveston Daily News Democratic National Dana New York

Democrats' mudslinging backfires in 19th century race

Republican Secretary McPherson cites reports from multiple states showing independents shifting to the GOP, predicting Curtis and Schurz will lose backing and New York will go Republican by a large margin. He bases this on letters from correspondents across interior New York.

Blaine McPherson Republican Congressional Campaign Committee Greeley George William Curtis Carl Schurz New York

Henry Ward Beecher Aligns Against Cleveland for Presidency

The piece notes Henry Ward Beecher will not back Grover Cleveland citing widespread sentiment among supporters. It argues Cleveland’s alleged crimes, reported by Cincinnati Enquirer and Buffalo Telegraph, remain unrefuted by Cleveland or allies, leading to waning Democratic enthusiasm and dismayed backers.

Henry Warp Beecher Grover Cleveland Cleveland Cincinnati Enquirer Buffalo Telegraph Crim Independent Mn Raenher

Tax Assessing Control Questioned in County

It is a serious question whether it is safe to let a man who has never paid taxes and who is tied to the B. and O. railroad control the county tax assessing.

B. & O. Railroad

Hopeful pledge on election for county probate judge

Voters are assured that if K. V. Haymaker is elected Probate Judge, the successor will administer estates justly, protecting orphans and widows from fraud and guaranteeing honest stewardship when the time comes.

K. V. Haymaker

Bevington Lacked Qualities for Probate Judge Post

The speaker condemns Bevington as unfit for the highest probate office, citing numerous character flaws that render him unsuitable to safeguard the interests of widows and orphans. The critique stresses his lack of redeeming qualifications and long-standing unworthiness in public trust.

Bevington

Slanderer’s animus exposed in Democratic campaign plan

The writer accuses a slanderer of vile tactics against the Democrat and Express. He claims the slander will fail and vows to reveal Democratic candidates’ weaknesses as done before. The piece defends the paper’s stance and warns readers of the attacker’s alleged intentions.

Democrat The Express

Slanders and retaliation in political journalism feud

A Democratic critique notes the Express pushes slander against candidates and vows to respond with truth. The speaker invites a counterattack, claiming the vileness will be answered in praise of a man.

The Express

Democratic voters rebuke party bosses with ballots

County voters oppose incompetent nominees backed by corrupt Democratic bosses. Dozens of honest Democrats vow to rebuke the ring by voting for men they see as honest, competent citizens in the October and November elections.

Voters In Independent Stance Oppose Wyatt Hill For Auditor

Democrats and independent thinkers protest Wyatt Hill as a carpetbagger who has not listed any personal property for taxes in ten years. They argue his lack of tax contribution shows disinterest in the county’s welfare and call for voting against his Auditor bid.

Honoreps Wyatt Hill

Bevington Criticized as Unfit for Estate Office

The article warns that unscrupulous men defrauding widows and orphans may arise in estate settlements. Bevington is described as a poor business tactician who could mismanage estates and incur unnecessary legal fees, risking families' support.

Bevington

Republican county ticket urged for fair public review

The piece urges voters to fairly evaluate Republican and Democratic nominees, noting the ticket is farm rooted and known to voters. It calls for merit based choice beyond party lines, arguing offices serve the people and urging cross party consideration of the best candidates.

Democratic Flattery and Pressure in Campaign

A terse wall of quoted sentiment depicts the party’s anxious urge to win support. The lines show pressure tactics and mutual flattery as tactics of persuasion within the Democratic camp.

Kevney Threatens City Office Takeover

Joan Kevney warns the Democratic Party of New York that he will bolt to gain control of city offices if not granted, with no public response reported yet.

Joan Kevney Democracy of New York

Local Democrat Leader Denounces Express Statement

Wunewa Elmer White of the Democrat accuses the Express of branding him a self confessed liar after asserting that poor men have no right to run for office.

Wunewa Elmer White The Democrat the Express

Party Discontent Sparks Talk of Dropping Candidates

The excerpt notes possible Democrat moves to withdraw one or two candidates from the county ticket, a scenario not unfamiliar in prior elections.

Beech er Warns on Buffalo Store Purchases

Beech er says he will not vote for Cleveland unless he disproves accusations about nuisance stores from Buffalo. The remark places Cleveland in a difficult position with voters and allies watching closely.

Beecher Cleveland Buffalo

Editor’s rabid brush with ink signals odd attack

The Democrat editor raves after exposure to the Express, likening it to water to a mad dog as the paper triggers another bout of rabid behavior.

the Democrat the Express

Portrait of a Contemptible Crooked Gentleman

The piece accuses a well-dressed Cincinnati man who poses as a gentleman of editing the Democrat in a corrupt manner. It paints him as a kingly pretender, viewed by insiders as a detestable fraud.

Democrat Cincinnati

Bevington Probate Judge Vote Questioned in Private Caucus

The speaker urges voters to hold a personal caucus before voting for Bevington, asking men whether he is fit to manage affairs if they die tomorrow, entrust their business, and protect their wife and children. The note stresses this concern for all men with families in the county.

Bevington

Abuse and defenses in Wyatt Hill coverage

The Express accuses Wyatt Hill of being attacked by The Democrat while Hill and White admit past facts. Tax records show Hill paid no taxes, and he worked for the B and O railroad, claims the paper reiterates. The Express responds with routine rebuttal and asserts White cannot argue without insult.

Express Wyatt Hill Hill White The

Notable Probate Judgeship Question in Democrat Race

The piece questions a candidate Bevington for the probate judgeship, arguing only thoroughly qualified individuals should hold the post. It stresses past performance as a measure of future capability in handling estate settlements for widows and orphans and asks Democrats to assess suitability before voting.

Bevington

Hill Bevington and Winn Defeated by Indignant Democrats

The decree is final and Hill Bevington and Winn face defeat by the votes of the enraged Democratic party.

Hill Bevington Winn

Slander Allegations Mix with Democrat Replies

A brief in the Express notes continued exchange over slander claims aimed at Boyington, with the Democrat side framing the argument as counterattack and rebuttal in a partisan dispute.

Democratic Conference Eyes Bevington Hill and Winn Exit

Conferences within the Democratic camp discuss the possible withdrawal of Bevington Hill and Winn from the ticket. Only time will tell how far the move progresses.

Bevington, Hill Winn

Political sparring echoes amid veteran abuse accusation

A heated exchange accuses a Democrat of abusing soldiers, while defenders challenge the claim as partisan rhetoric. The dialogue frames the dispute as a broader argument over accountability and political blame.

Culley Attacked Over Widows and Orphans Claim

A Democrat’s charge accuses Culley of preying on vulnerable families and stealing from them. The remark asserts he would further desecrate a coffin by removing its handles if given a chance. The attack framing labels Culley as untrustworthy and dangerous.

Culley Democrat

Shameful treatment of Cleveland exposed by Democratic papers

The passage claims no Republican paper has published the story of Gover Cleveland's treatment of the mother of his child and other obscenities, arguing Democratic papers publish it since he is their property and free to act as they please.

Gover Cleveland

Democratic Endorsement Question About Cleveland Campaign

The New York Star questions whether any Democratic candidate, not even Horace Greeley, entered a campaign with so many signs of defeat. It argues that Mr. Cleveland faced unprecedented political peril and ironies in his bid.

The New York Star Cleveland Democratic Party Horace Greeley

Soldiers and Democrats Clash Over County Nominations

The Democracy of Defiance county has long honored soldiers with county offices. Despite many veteran candidates, party bosses limited soldier nominees to three races, while critics accuse the party of ostracizing veterans and favoring rebels instead.

Republican ticket at Farmer Center promises strong county slate

The Farmer Center Republicans present a broad ticket headed by Kidder V. Haymaker for Probate Judge and George W. Deatrick for Auditor. George W. Scott for Sheriff, Charles C. Biglow for Recorder, John P. Cameron for Prosecuting Attorney, H. C. Roberts for Surveyor, Munson Whitney for County Clerk, William Phillips for Commissioner, and Constantine Willman for Infirmary Director. Each candidate is described as well known, capable, and broadly respected, with expectations to reduce the Democratic majority.

Farmer Center Kidder V. Haymaker Noble Township Greene George W. Deatrick George W. Scott Hicksville Florida Evansport Charles C. Biglow Farmer Township John P. Cameron Defiance County Lick Creek Tiffin Township H. C. Roberts Milford Township Munson Whitney Adams Township William Phillips Defiance Township Constantine Willman

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