Defiance County Express Item from February 4 1888
The Republican State Central Committee meets in Columbus on February 14 to organize delegates for the state convention and national party. New York papers back Cleveland to replace the rascals, while Gov Hill gains strength. Indianapolis tally sheet forgery convictions boost prosecutions in Columbus and portend peril for Democratic forgers there.
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Republican State Central Committee
Columbus
Tor
New York World
Sun
New York
Cleveland
Gov. Hill
New York State
Indianapolis
Hill Cleveland clash reshapes New York politics
Tur Hill and Cleveland confront each other in New York, creating a new phase in state politics. Hill’s growing power exceeds expectations and his hostility to the President threatens the President's vote. Administration organs reel at the developing situation.
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Tur Hill
Cleveland
New York
Hill
Grover
Hill Men Plot Second Meeting Over NYS Committee Rift
It transpires that Grover wrote a letter urging defeat of Fowler, Hill's candidate for the vacant NYS Committee seat. The letter went to the four Brooklyn committeemen who previously backed Fowler. Hill supporters now discuss calling a second meeting.
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Grover
Fowler
Hill
New York State Committee
Brooklyn
Revenue reform meeting in Philadelphia sparks tariff debate
Frank Harp spoke at a Philadelphia revenue reform gathering Friday, advocating pure free trade. His remarks drew loud applause as he argued tariff for revenue equals free trade if it means anything, while Democratic leaders align with the President's tariff ideas and dispute that revenue reform implies free trade.
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Frank Harp
Philadelphia
Frank
Law regulates printing on newspaper wrappers in effect
The statute signed by the President and issued by the Postmaster General allows broad printing on second, third and fourth class wrappers. It covers subscription expiry slips and forwarding, delivery and return directions with no challenge to the contents.
Democratic drive for tariff revision faces House opposition
Congress faces a planned free trade bill pushed by Democratic leaders and Ways and Means, with Treasury help shaping a tariff revision aimed at iron wool and raw materials. The measure seeks reduced duties on inputs while preserving protection on manufactured goods, prompting strong House resistance from pro duty advocates. The article portrays a covert push and warns of attacks on protected industries.
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Hurd
Breckenridge
Ways and Means Committee
Committee
Congress
Treasury Department
Debate on Tariffs and Protection in American Policy
The piece argues definitions of tariff types and contrasts protectionist policy with free trade. It cites two extremes prohibition and free trade, endorsing the protective tariff as the correct path supported by the Republican stance, while warning against foreign influence and socialist ideas. It urges Americans to follow a national self interest and reject Anglo free trade advocates.
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Republican Party
Democratic Party
Europe
America
England
Senate awards widow General Logan annual pension
The United States Senate approved a pension of 2000 dollars per year for General Logan's widow, providing continuing support after his service.
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The
United States Senate
General Logan
Fragment on Jackson and the present government
A reader weighs in comparing Andrew Jackson to current leadership, arguing Jackson was not greatly superior to President Cleveland and suggesting the public would welcome clarity on Jacksons relevance today.
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Jackson
Cleveland
Jackson on Congress power to tax and the people he meant
The remark questions which people Congress may tax and whether revenue is tied to implied powers. The writer contrasts views on taxation from tariffs versus internal revenue and suggests contemporary Democrats would soften Andrew Jackson’s stance.
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Wuey Jackson
Congress
Jackson
Tally sheet forgery cases opened in Columbus
Judge Thurman opened the tally sheet forgery cases in Columbus with witnesses examined. Algernon Granville, state’s witness, says he cannot be intimidated and will disclose all he knows. Thurman aims to prove every indictment allegation to the jury with no politics involved.
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Columbus
Thurman
Converse
Algernon Granville
Marriage of Cynthia M Gale to Fred A Palmer in Mt Clemens
Mt Clemens notes recount the wedding of Cynthia M Gale to Fred A Palmer of Defiance Ohio at Gratiot Avenue residence. The event featured Avery's Orchestra, elaborate floral decor, a cream brocade satin gown, a large bouquet, and a lavish supper. Gifts included complete household furniture and a $500 check from the groom's father. The couple will reside on Washington Street after a brief visit with the bride's parents. Congress weighs reviving shin plaster currency to replace postal notes for letters.
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Fred A. Palmer
Mt. Clemens
Mich
Washington Street
Gale
Gratiot Avenue
Cynthia M
Fred. A. Palmer
Defiance
Ohio
Detroit
Avery
W.T. Cellers
Mr. Cellers
Sherman House
Palmer
Clemens
Defiance News Briefs on Exams, Meetings and Weather
First teachers examination to be held in Defiance on March 3. Senate reviews Defiance gas bill and referees to judiciary for constitutionality. Communications from J F Deatrick on Farmers Institute in Defiance February 15 and 16. Legislative visit to Paulding reservoir and fair play in lighting committee. Lincoln Club appoints subcommittees for one year. Yale Young Men's Christian Association discussion and secretary arrival planned. Country Jake from Williams Center reports on beard and extreme temperature swings. Chas Gingery’s freezing accident in Dakota with possible amputations and recovery hope. Missed Farmers Institute notices due to mail delay prompt new dates. J F Dearrer thanks farmers for county institute support.
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Defiance
Y.M.C.A
Jake
Williams Center
Hicksville
Kansas
Dermanck Express
Ohio State Board of Agriculture
Farmers’ Institute
State Board
Messrs Terry, Ellis and Hurst
J. F. Dearrer
Pres
Defiance Co. Agr’l Society
Tuene Bill Moves To Suspend 3 Cent Coin Issue
A bill in Congress seeks suspension of the three cent piece amid looming elections. Ruope Isianp leads state contests this year with March voting, followed by Louisiana in April as the next scheduled races.
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Ruope Isianp
Lousiana
Resolutions of Respect for Charles F. Switzer
At a special meeting of Council No 67 Royal Arcanum resolutions of condolence were adopted and sent to the family. The lodge mourns the death of Charles F. Switzer, praising him as a faithful member and honored businessman, and drapes the charter in mourning for thirty days.
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Royal Arcanum
Charles F. Switzer
R. A
Unclaimed Letters at Defiance Post Office
Weekly list of uncalled letters ending January 31 1888 includes Alleman Leonard Stealf Walton Bowman A L Moore Vigvian Birds Pickerin Correll may Smith Minnie Ye oy Minnie aed TeesertPonier compversalist calling for above letters please say advertised Joan M Henostier Postmaster
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Defiance Post-Office
Alleman
Leonard Stealf
Walton Fek
Ayers
Vinaarsleous
Bowman
A. L. Moore
Vigvian
Doctor Endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure for All Catarrh
Dr L L Gorsuch after forty years in medicine declares Hall's Catarrh Cure by F J Cheney & Co the most reliable remedy he has found for catarrh and guarantees a $100 reward for any case it cannot cure when taken as directed. The product is sold by druggists for 75 cents.
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Torepo
Messrs
F. J. Cheney & Co
Gorsuch
M. D
Summit St
Hall
F. J, Cheney & CO
Props
Toledo
The American Disease and Dr Miles Restorative Nervine
The piece claims Americans suffer widespread nervous disorders from overwork and stresses Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as the best remedy. It urges readers to ask N G Woodward for a trial bottle. A stray dialect note closes with a proverb about life’s burdens and growth.
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Miles
N.G. Woodwards
Dr Guysori Uretron Dock and Sarsaparttita Patent Medicine
An old patent medicine ad touts Dr Guysori Uretron Dock and Sarsaparttita as a universal cure for skin diseases scrofula and syphilitic disorders. It claims multiple bottle doses cure a range from pimples to severe ulcers and boasts over a million bottles sold annually.
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Guysori
Dr Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry Promoted
Nutritious food aids recovery but a lung strengthening remedy is needed. Dr Wistar's Balsam of Wild Cherry is touted as the only sensible cough remedy that relieves bronchial irritation and controls coughing, saving many from premature graves.
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Wistar
Notice of Petition to Vacate Deed in Defiance County Court
William Higgins administrator of Jonas Aschbacher's estate filed Oct 1 1887 in the Court of Common Pleas of Defiance County Ohio to vacate a deed conveying Lots 85 and 86 in South Defiance Addition to John F Arning. The petition seeks sale to pay decedent debts. Defendants include Rose C Arning John F Arning and others. Answer by Feb 25 1888.
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Court OF Commmon Pleas
Defiance County
William Higgins
Jonas Aschbacher
Rose C. Arning
John F. Arning
Paverns Aschbacher
Ludington
Michigan
Defiance
Ohio
Aschbacher
August Aschbacher
Newsccm & Krassary
N. G. JonasTon
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