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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1884
Page
4
A terse remark suggests that if Johnson appears as miserable as the newspaper cuts, his guilt would be unquestioned. The comment ties appearance to legal scrutiny, centering on Johnson’s demeanor and public perception.
The Democrats plan to hold their national convention in Chicago on July 8, about a month after the Republican gathering. Delegates and party leaders expect a busy national political season with full media coverage.
The spring elections in Pennsylvania appear to bolster Republican prospects, likely dampening Democratic spirits and signaling a shift in political momentum in the state.
The writer criticizes Ohio lawmakers as indolent and inactive, asserting nothing has been done to benefit the people.
Wayne County Republicans formally opened their campaign on the 22nd with speeches by several notable figures including Judge J B Foraker.
The article notes Toledo has eight wards with twenty six voting precincts illustrating a distinction between ward count and precinct distribution, arguing the precinct count bears no bearing on the six ward question.
The piece argues the country needs the old tariff restored, though that may not happen this winter. It notes some chance the tariff could be reduced further.
A special bill before the Legislature would allow Ottawa County residents to vote on relocating the county seat from Port Clinton to Oak Harbor, outlining the process and implications of the move.
The author doubts the Scott law will be repealed before the Democratic Legislature adjourns though the party pledged to do so. The inconsistency raises questions about whether the repeal will occur.
Democrats say opposing the Morrison bill is futile for industrial interests as the free trade faction holds a House majority and plans to use its power. The note underscores internal tensions over tariff policy and legislative strategy.
The article notes the absence of winter petitions to the Legislature yet reveals that Prohibition remains active, with delegates being appointed to a National Prohibition body. The tone reflects cautious progress in a lagging reform effort.
Henry B. Payne gave one thousand dollars to aid distressed Southern Ohio residents. The remark contrasts charity's savory smell with corruption's stench, noting praise for generosity and censure for wrongdoing.
The piece accuses The Democrat of overestimating party unity on the Scott law and claims the law will be repealed amid saloon interests pressing lawmakers, despite Democratic legislators' supposed resolve. The column argues the law has already been amended and will be repealed this session.
The writer argues that England would only invest openly if free trade harmed America and cites Turkey Portugal Ireland and Jamaica as examples of nations ruined by free trade pressures. They warn that embracing free trade would erode American manufacturing and burden citizens with higher prices and taxes under Frank Hurd and Democracy.
Observers note a growing undercurrent in politics favoring Blaine for the Presidency. They claim decades of effort by Blaine’s supporters have kept him in the hunt, and with him as the finalist Northern states would be secured, signaling party victory.
The text argues that in 1884 England charged the US $162 per ton for rails, but after US tariffs and domestic factory growth prices fell to $40 per ton, with $28 import duties. It asserts that removing tariffs would yield higher prices and that the same logic applies to other foreign goods.
The piece argues that Democrats oppose convict labor contracts but propose a bill allowing contracts by the piece day or week with no prison confinement, enabling convicts to work in mines quarries public buildings and on state railroads. It contends workingmen helped elect the party and now reap the first fruits of that action.
The article notes California as the top wool producer with about 6 million sheep and an annual clip near 17 million pounds. Ohio follows with 5 million sheep and 28 million pounds yearly. It cites a total U S wool output above 250 million pounds and outlines growth in sheep and production from 1867 to 1870 under a protective tariff, arguing tariffs boosted domestic industry and posing a question about effects on other home industries if free trade prevailed.
A letter denounces the state legislature as self serving and dominated by Democratic adventurers swept in on a political wave. The writer contends the current term favors wealthy interests and party power, predicting a quick fall from influence once the term ends.
The piece condemns a corrupt lobby and self serving lawmakers. It blames pliant voters who follow party tickets and ignore merit. It urges voters to seek better nominees even from opposing camps to curb the harm and restore accountability at the ballot box.
The Express argues the four ward plan arose to equalize population and empower southern city areas, denying Democrats’ gerrymander charges. It urges voters to reject efforts by first ward leaders to control council representation and taxes, insisting residents of fifth and sixth wards deserve say in city governance.
In a colonial style exchange, the Defiance Express imagines a north south railroad securing the town’s future while the N B Gazette and Wood County Sentinel debate trading the T and I and canal rights. A whispered tunnel for lodging near the big woods is dismissed.
Report notes broad GOP support for a redistricting bill as fairest seen in two decades. It contrasts editorials and a Muskingum county representative who says the Scott law will not be repealed in full and warns against rapid changes while acknowledging temperance voters and party pressure.
In Columbus a Buckeye editor recalls a GOP congressman who lacked tariff views. The congressman urged a quick interview to boost his bid. The editor published a large tariff piece on the fly, and the candidate won the election, with the timing tied to the train journey.
Messers Volby and Scott secure agency for Dr Kings New Discovery for Consumption. Claimed as the only certain cure for consumption and throat and lung diseases with a trial bottle offered free and a regular price of one dollar. The Presidency. N Y Tribune notes no United States Senator supports President Arthur at Chicago and cites Ohio and New York as key states. Senator Miller of California reportedly doubts Arthur’s re election prospects.
Two Buckeye Joe fillies due next spring plus two mares for work. One carriage mare suitable for single or double driving and a heavy in foal mare. For prices call 10-w2 Curtis Holgate.
An old advertisement notes stomach distress and chronic dyspepsia, urging Ack er's Dyspepsia Tablets as relief. It lists N. G. Woodward as the seller and references a price line.
Thousands say so. Mr T Atkins of Girard Kansas reports he recommends Electric Bitters to customers. He calls them purest best medicine, quick sellers and capable of curing kidney and liver complaints. They purify blood regulate bowels and save doctor bills at fifty cents a bottle by Colby Scott.
The Signal notes Judge Haag will probably be nominated by his party for mayor. Rumor says a new bank may open in Napoleon. Postmaster L G Randall forecasts taking charge March 1 and moving the office to the Miller House block. Wesley Johnson’s breakdown follows a court house incident and crime realization. A sensational aside extols Pacific Liver Pills as a life extender.
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