Heanty weighs acceptance urged by President
Heanty says his possible acceptance hinges on the President's wishes. He notes his own reasons matter less than satisfying Democratic demand for a candidate.
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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1885
Page
2
Heanty says his possible acceptance hinges on the President's wishes. He notes his own reasons matter less than satisfying Democratic demand for a candidate.
Eleven presidential post offices report expired postmaster commissions with no appointments made. Additionally, at least twenty five hundred fourth class offices face the same issue.
A Toledo Journal report cites remarks by Thurman and Cleveland on rapid changes in office, Prohibitionist Wen Dr. Leonard’s governor nomination, Judge Robertson’s Republican fidelity, and debates over tariff and license laws. The piece notes party tensions and a mayoral election context.
The Washington Cincinnati Enquirer reports Bill Hill of Ohio shows growing boldness in criticizing the President’s political appointments. He accuses officials of cronyism and predicts a blast if patronage isn’t redirected to friends.
A critique of Ohio politics asserts Democrats and Prohibitionists cooperate to defeat Republicans. It claims Democratic delays, Prohibitionist aggression, and covert tactics aim to ignite Bitter clashes to harness Prohibitionist votes and undermine the Republican party. The piece predicts Republicans will focus on the common foe the coal oil Democracy and reject side issues.
A writer signing as Justice, Qld Subscriber and One Who Knows is sued for 10000 dollars in libel damages. The case serves as a caution to Civil and Tax-payer about accountability in published communications.
The Toledo Bee reports a plea from Ohio voters for post offices ahead of the campaign. State Senator Elliott of Butler County pressed President Cleveland in a long interview, crying for offices. The President reportedly granted the request, noting the dignity of political favors.
The piece contrasts how a rakish man is sheltered and restored by friends and gentleness, while a betrayed woman faces social ostracism and no forgiveness. It laments Christian society’s claimed kindness to women while exposing a deep social double standard and its moral consequences.
Senator Beck stormed into the office of the first assistant postmaster general demanding the postmaster's removal. When asked for charges he accused the rule, insisting affidavits were needed for acts of offensive partisanship. Frustrated, he left and went across the street to cool off.
The Edmunds law drives polygamous Mormons to seek new lands and plan emigration from Utah. A deputation travels to Mexico eyeing settlement in Sonora as a potential nucleus for Saints leaving U S territory. Mexico’s Catholic dominance and anti polygamy laws reduce the likelihood of a favorable move or relaxed settlement terms.
Report indicates the Public Printer’s office has been tendered and accepted by James Elverson of Philadelphia. Elmer White of the Defiance Democrat, a former candidate, is expected to be left out of the final arrangement.
The Cincinnati Enquirer argues Ohio Democrats should convene to repeal the civil service provisions they blame for aiding corrupt officials. It says Congress Democrats want repeal and need state support to remove the alleged Ohio author, calling for Dor man B. Eaton to fall from public prominence.
The Cleveland Leader notes a shortfall in national receipts against estimates. Customs duties bring in 181 million vs 185 million expected. internal revenue about 112 million vs 115 million. miscellaneous revenue under 29 million vs 30. Expenditures rise by 18.7 million, total outlays including debt interest around 262.7 million. The piece predicts Democratic governance may lack credit.
Letters from Cobden Illinois to Waynesburg Pennsylvania report strong Peruna sales and patient benefits. Drugstores in Washington Pa New Vienna Ohio Oak Harbor Ohio and Independence Pa cite steady demand and satisfied customers. Testimonies claim Peruna cures and improves health for individuals including Stephen Adamson Sr and Mrs Blair.
Hacking cough relief touted as quick cure with Shiloh's Cure offered by Colby & Co today. Product emphasis and sales pitch suggest a patent remedy widely advertised in local notices.
An 19th century style advertisement lists Shilohs Vitalizer for dyspepsia and liver complaints, Shilohs Cure for cough and consumption, Shilohs Porous Plaster for back pain, and Shilohs Vitalizer for constipation and dizziness, all sold by Colby and Scott with various prices and guarantees.
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