Dems clash over spoons theft tale and political moves
The Ben Buker defense denies stealing spoons in New Orleans and shipping them north by coffa. The piece notes Dorsey’s notoriety, a Washington judge assault, Senator White’s bond bill for Defiance fire facilities, and a Senate split with 38 Republicans, 36 Democrats, and two Independents who can swing ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben. Buker
New Orleans
White
Senate
City of
Defiance
President Arthur Praised by Independent Press
The Independent press notably the Boston Herald and the New York Sun commend President Arthur for a six month record without errors, suggesting that such praise—though sometimes suspect—seems warranted in this instance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Independent Press
Boston Herald
The
New York Sun
Washington correspondents press Keifer to seek pardon
The Washington correspondents are described as getting in their work on Speaker Keifer to force a public apology. The passage likens a politician facing their wrath to Daniel in the lion's den, implying intense scrutiny and risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Keifer
Daniel
Palmer Named Michigan Senator Wealthy Lumber Dealer and Politician
The Cleveland Leader profiles Thomas W. Palmer as a wealthy lumber dealer and rising political figure born in Detroit in 1830. It notes his 1848-49 European travels, study at Michigan University cut short by eye disease, and service in the Michigan State Senate in 1879. It also cites Henry Watterson praising Samuel J. Randall as a top Democratic fighter, contrasted with Watterson’s combative style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Michigan
Thomas W. Palmer
Detroit
Michigan University
Europe
Michigan State Senate
Hugh Jewett Era at Erie Railroad and Political Jousts
The article recalls Hugh J. Jewett’s ten year Erie Railroad presidency at 40000 annually and notes his wealth from side ventures. It mentions 1884 as his contract end, and a rumor he might become U S president for a higher salary. It also contrasts county debts and pugnacious editorial tone between Democratic papers Beaty and the Democrat.
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Hugh J. Jewett
Erie Railroad Company
Colonel Sellers
United States
Pension claim fees regulated by Revised Statutes
The revised statutes prohibit takin g higher than ten dollars for pension case services and ban filing fee contracts with the Commissioners of Pensions. It sets penalties for agents who overcharge or withhold benefits, up to five hundred dollars or two years hard labor. Section forty-seven hundred eighty-five repealed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commissioners of Pensions
Commissioner of Pensions
Governor nomination not sought by Gen LeFevre
Gen. Ben LeFevre, visiting Washington, says he is not a candidate for Ohio governor, though he praises the post as a high honor and remains pledged to represent the Fourth District in Congress. He hints Col. John G Sergeant-at-Arms Leedom may gain broad support if a nomination is open.
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Washington
Arthur
Cincinnati Enquirer
Ben LeFevre
Fortress
Monroe
Ohio
Enquirer Bureau
Fourth
John G
Leedom
Legislature Passes Relief Bill for Jacob Meyer
The legislature approved a relief measure for Jacob Meyer of Troy township in Wood County. Meyer, a prominent farmer and Democrat, served as township treasurer for years amid claims the township funds were public property of the Democratic ring. The money was lost, and the legislature moves to relief while Meyer faces slander allegations unless facts justify the action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Meyer
Troy Township
Wood County
Troy
Meyer
Cure for Lung Trouble Promised by Ottawa Times Note
W D Wilson of the Ottawa Times testifies after three months disabled by lung trouble and spitting blood that he is permanently cured by Der Bigelow's Cure. A free trial is available at G W Bechel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Wilson
Ottawa
der. Bigelow
G. W. Bechel
Great German Snings Sale Advertised by Bechel
Advertisement notes a large crowd witnessing a positive offering titled Great German Snings and promotes a sale by G. W. Bechel with a price tag of 3M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snings
G. W. Bechel
Hall's Catarrh Cure Offered With $100 Reward
F J Cheney Co advertises Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward for any case of catarrh that cannot be cured by the remedy. Sold by all Druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
F.J. Cheney & Co
Halls
A. T. Stewart & Co
Ill
F. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
J. B Weatherford
Murray
Jackson, Mich
Ohio
Parker's Ginger Tonic praised by New York reader
In a testimonial from Michael Guilfoyle of Binghamton New York a rheumatism crippled man credits Parker's Ginger Tonic with restoring his strength and mobility He notes cures of disorders attributed to impure blood digestion and related ailments The endorsement cites over eight years as a cripple and mentions the product's price and trial size.
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Michael Guilfoyle
Binghamton
N. Y
Boston
Parker
RK. W. Mosher
Messrs. Hiscox & Co
New Souls
Guilfoyle
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Defiance County Express
Frank. Culley
Clinton and
First Streets
Spack, Ji W
Aohio
Bex. LeFevre
Potx
Tennessee
Dorsey
Mahone
Riddlebarger
Henry Waterson
Louisville Courier-Journal
Samuel J. Randall
House of Representatives
Democratic Party
Randall
Watterson
Wattersons
Randalls
Beaty
Defiance County
Express
the Express
Henry County
King Lorenzo
Edmunds
Vermont
Green Mountain
Solomon Foot
U. S
Ben. Lefevre
Itood
Dr. King
Colby& Scott’s Drug Store
Colby & Scott's
Dr. Marohisi
Catholican
J. B .Marchisi
Utica
Henry
Hood
Mr. Livermore
Louis E. Dunlap
Washington St
Mass
Lincoln
Abe
Abraham Lincoln
White House
C. W. Holmes
Mr. Lowe
East
Stone Front, Cor. 2d and
Clinton Sts
Weisenburger’s Grocery Store
Eagle Square
Just
Clothing House
Haller
Sign of
Golden Eagle
Gatarrh
Sherman
Republic
Atlanta Constitution
Dem
New York Tribune
Board of Education
Farmer Township
Board of Education of
M. Weldon
Farmer, Ohio
A. D
Hopkins and
Fifth Street
Canal
Maumee
Auglaize
Fifth and
Hopkins Streets
Auglaize River
Hoop
Dehay
Detkort
Mich
G.W. Bechel
C. I. Hood & CO
Apothecaries
Lowell
Kepler Farm
Court of Common Pleas
Benjamin F. Southworth
Edward Squire
Rachael Kepler
Mary A. Phillips
State of
Said
Vine
Maumee River
William Hivers
van Buren and
Adrian State
Richland
Epward
Newbegin & Kingsbury
Mgt
Defiance County Agricultural Society
Court House
John Crowe
W.G. Blymyer
Olp
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