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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1884
Page
2
Mr. Sargent, former minister to Germany, reports wages in Germany at their lowest level. He notes a thirty percent cut in Saxony and that men with families faced pay as low as two dollars a week. He references free trade.
A Chicago interview details Irish political loyalties against Cleveland. It cites officeholders as breadwinners, Irish opposition across newspapers, and organized efforts to defeat Cleveland. It notes New York City Tammany and Irving Hall factions, robed by Irish descent, mobilizing against Cleveland.
The Republican congressional convention in the city on Thursday failed to take decisive action against the enemy due to the influence of a crank, resulting in a lost opportunity to cripple the opposition.
The Van Wert Bulletin notes Jake Foster encounters domestic political tensions as he deals with a private dispute at home instead of airing it publicly.
Mr. A. B. Hotcoms, a Republican nominee for Presidential Elector, resides in Paulding county. He is described as an extensive manufacturer and a gentleman worthy of the high honor conferred upon him.
Henry Webber of the canal works says the country will elect a Democrat president next year. He remarks on the political mood and urges acceptance of the coming result.
A critic argues that insulting a guest and assaulting a newspaper man at a political opposition gathering shows a lack of honor. The piece stresses that honorable conduct should prevail even toward adversaries and stresses civility in politics.
The column argues the Democratic party cannot quiet fears over Irish revolt against its nominees. It says the tide is strong and predicts outcomes after the next November vote, urging readers to consider the ensuing items in the column for proof.
Those who know Hrram C. Guenn, the Republican nominee for Representative in this district, describe him as a man worthy to represent the party and capable of creditably fulfilling duties in Congress.
The Toledo Bee discusses Hiram C. Glenn as Republican standard bearer, praising Glenn's fitness and J. H. Foster's presentation. It argues the convention's unanimous nomination, after Foster's advocacy, should overcome a 2,500 Democrat majority at the polls.
The St Louis Globe Democrat claims Carl Schurz would gain 32000 dollars from the Cleveland Hendricks ticket if elected, accusing the Democratic platform of denouncing the Hayes administration. It notes Schurz annual pay at 8900 and questions his motives as a reformer willing to accept up to 200 per speech from Democrats if Republicans stay silent.
The Democratic press fears a stampede of Irish Americans to Blaine, accusing dynamite factions and warning of war with England. Proponents tout Irish support as substantial and patriotic, citing a Long Branch meeting led by N. L. Morrison and praising GOP moral aims.
Tut N Y Albany Times denounces Cleveland as Democratic standard bearer and warns he will lose votes in New York and other crucial states. The paper says leading Democrats and many aged party minds share this view and doubt Honest Republicans can save New York for Democrats. It questions independent Republican support for Cleveland over Blaine.
A Pennsylvania figure, William A. Wallacy, argues that a tariff for revenue alone is effectively the same as a tariff for revenue only and asserts the wording is a paltry trick. He supports Mr. Wallace's position, saying the public will not be fooled.
The article quotes Thomas A. Hendricks declaring reform means the Democratic party demands 50,000 office holders be removed. He explains this as the outcome of reform.
Four years ago Hendricks refused a second place on a ticket with Samuel J Til den. Now he accepts a subordinate spot on a ticket with a man whom he had never heard of three years ago.
The piece notes a slim beacon for Democrats this year as a promised Republican bolt energizes them, but reveals defections from the Bourbon faction shifting from Blaine to a broader desertion, underscoring disappointment within the party.
The governor vetoed a bill banning employment of children under twelve in factories. The statute is in force in Ohio and other states and viewed as just and necessary, but Cleveland’s monopolistic leanings are noted as a reason for opposition.
A Northern state Democratic editor complains in a letter to a leading Democrat about the Tuscarawas county convention's choice of John H. Benfer for the board of public works. The editor asks why the party presented such a candidate and notes they have not been advised of the response.
Joun McLeay Jr remains king of the Ohio Democracy, organizing the Democratic central committee to his own wishes. Leading party men, including Thurman Ward Pendleton and John G Thompson, did not resist his decrees and acquiesced in the edict.
The speaker urges persistent effort and personal contribution for a Republican triumph this fall in Ohio and nationwide. He warns against passive reliance on banners and insists every supporter must work hard and contribute to ensure success.
An Inter-Ocean report recalls a single truthful Democrat in Chicago who publicly declares a focus on winning and spoils for the Democratic party. The observer notes the speaker’s admission and labels him Defiance, highlighting street political disputation.
A Boston Journal column urges Irish voters to abandon the Democratic Party and support James Blaine after Cleveland’s nomination. The writer condemns party elites and Catholic prejudice, calling for nationwide canvassing from Maine to California to defeat the anti-workingman candidate. Brokers are urged to unite for the Planned Knight.
A prominent Tammany figure lists four Cleveland vetoes as the main cause of Democratic dissension. He cites the five cent fare bill the twelve hour law the public worship bill and the Catholic protec tory appropriation bill as key targets. He contrasts Republican reform legacy with Democratic calls for reform.
Westchester county facility sought state aid after spending about 30,000 on sewerage improvements for youth reform. A pledge against further requests was made and both Assembly houses supported it, but the Governor refused to sign the appropriation when bills returned from the executive chamber.
Advertisement claims Electric Bitters rapidly cure kidney and liver complaints and other urinary issues. It asserts thousands have been permanently cured and urge daily recommendations. Purports to purify blood regulate bowels and act on diseased parts. Bottle priced 50 cents, distributed by Colby Scott.
An advertisement touts Aoyers Sarsaparilla as a highly concentrated extract of sarsaparilla and blood purifying roots with iodide of potash and iron, claiming unparalleled control over scrofula.
W P Sanford reports in Noble Township that John Marihugh threshed 45 bushels of wheat from a single load and Frank Goddard gathered 18 bushels from another load. The note invites comparison of this farming efficiency.
Sam Fritz of Edgerton was in the vicinity last week. K V Haymaker and wife returned home last Friday. Kidder is glad haymaking is over. Ernest Horton of Florida is home on a visit. Look out for a wedding soon. Mrs Isaiah Johnson moved to Edgerton. Kate Hosack's school closed last Wednesday. A watermelon and ice cream social will be held at the church next Thursday evening. Park Yeagley was surprised by a gathering of farmer friends at his birthday. A bountiful repast followed and a delightful time was enjoyed by all.
Mrs Grorce Corey writes to praise Dr. Pengelly claiming the remedy helped a woman in Kular who was bedridden with consumption a year ago. The patient recovered, stopped needing help, and now walks a mile and a half daily.
Edward Shepherd of Harrisburg Illinois reports relief after using Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve for an eight year running sore. He avoided bone scraping or amputation and credits the remedies for healing. Bitters sell for fifty cents a bottle and Arnica Salve for twenty five cents a box.
Free distribution prompts crowds at Colby and Scott’s Drug Store as Dr Bosanko’s Cough and Lucy Syrup is promoted as a leading remedy for coughs colds consumption and bronchitis available in regular 50 cent and one dollar sizes.
A short instructional note on moistening envelopes precedes an advertisement for Dr. Jones Red Clover Tonic. The tonic claims to treat dyspepsia bad breath pimples ague and many ailments with a 50 cent price from G W Bechels.
The Buffalo German Insurance Company of Buffalo New York has filed its sworn statement and is authorized to conduct fire insurance business in Ohio for the current year by Charles H. Moore Ohio Superintendent of Insurance. The report lists the company’s December 31 1883 condition including liabilities surplus income and expenditures. F. F. Surin serves as agent at Defiance Ohio.
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