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Newspaper
Defiance County Express
Location
Defiance, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1884
Page
2
Jerry Davis rails against Sherman and the Kansas Prohibitionists rebuke Democrats while praising Republicans as friends of Prohibition. Washington hints Pendleton may join the Cabinet as Congress convenes next Monday. The city fills with officehunting chatter as an unfinished calendar looms.
Cax Schwurz sits as a central figure in the Democracy, the red elephant symbol of the party’s reform era. The key issue now is how the reform movement will handle this defining element and its impact on the party’s direction.
A remark notes that Cleveland’s brothers-in-law are all Republicans and that Cleveland himself leans Republican, a combination expected to cause trouble for Democrats before the 1888 election.
The article notes skepticism that the Republican Senate will block many of Cleveland's judicial appointments, arguing there will be few cases where the Senate refuses to confirm.
A Democratic observer argues the federal government is untrusted again due to the party's long history. The critic says the figure is too historic and would seem better if history could be erased.
A throng of more than three thousand Red Shirts from South Carolina is set to illuminate Washington on inauguration day. The phrase paint her red originated from this group, linking their bold display to political branding.
In a Dakota election Republicans lead with 55 000 to 85 000 turnout. The piece speculates a solid Republican state may form if Democratic Congress admits it. It condemns a Democratic attempt to steal a Senator in Illinois as brazen and likely to rebound on conspirators.
The article states there was no doubt among observers about a strained understanding between Cleveland and Hendricks after the election. Indiaman believed he was central to the victory and would dictate appointments, but perceived shifts show he has been sidelined and may return to Indiana to mind his own business.
A paper, biased toward Democrats, notes the Republican party may rebound after defeat. It argues the party has corrected corruption and purified itself by sacrifice, suggesting it could resume a stronger place among parties with renewed principles.
The New York Sun lauds Mr. Blaine’s Augusta address as showing greater ability than his campaign performance. It argues he remains a leading Republican figure and that the speech offers ideas that could shape future GOP policy. The paper urges Democrats to study the address to gauge what they must overcome.
Indiana Democrats face confusion over when electors should meet to cast votes for President and Vice President. Statutes set the first Monday in December, while federal law requires assembly on the first Wednesday in December, creating a clash in timing.
The Tribune accuses the Evening Express of Democratic fraud to oust a Republican legislator. It details alleged erasures and ink substitutions in the returns and notes candidate Lemans plan to contest the fraud.
The New York State canvassing board found a 950 error in Richmond County returns and orders a revision possibly of all county returns. Completion is required by Saturday. if not revised and corrected, the state canvas will be declared without Richmond County, which would defeat Cleveland by over 700 votes.
The writer argues New York's election system is superior in many respects but criticizes the ballot burning law as a foolish regulation that thwarts the law's intent. A recount in New York would likely reveal a Republican plurality among electors.
Mr Clarkson of the National Republican Committee asserts New York frauds swayed the 1884 result. He says Cleveland led by face value, Blaine had 2,700 legal votes more in New York, but 1,700 Butler votes were counted for Cleveland and precinct tallies were manipulated at night. Democrats allegedly maintained a majority through county boards and aim to keep it in the state canvass on the 19th.
The piece notes a strong fear of General Carr within New York Democrats after three consecutive defeats. Prominent lawyers monitor the Albany canvassing board, which is majority Democratic, amid certainty Cleveland will win New York’s plurality and electoral vote. The scene is portrayed as grotesque and overly anxious.
A fragment reflects on the memory of Logan and the thousands of Blue soldiers who followed him through many battles. It honors their loyalty to the brave chieftain and their enduring devotion.
The figures show Blaine with 427379 and Cleveland by 12312, suggesting moderation but risk of exasperation. Ad warns that harmful piling damages health and promotes chronic illnesses, endorsing Dr Jones Red Clover Tonic as a purely vegetable remedy to enrich blood and cure stomach liver blood and kidneys at 50 cents from G W Bechel.
An old newspaper ad touts a universal salve claiming cures for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores to rest all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or a refund and lists a price of 25 cents per box with Colby and Scott as sellers.
A letter from Bucrrus Ohio dated October 8 1883 to R Pengelly Co praises Zoa-Phora. The writer notes increasing sales and good results with one woman calling it the first helpful find in 25 years. Several others also speak well of the product.
Colby and Scott Druggists announce a free trial bottle of Dr Bosanko's Cough and Lung Syrup for anyone afflicted with coughs colds consumption or any lung ailment inviting interested customers to try the remedy.
An advertisement asserts Griggs Glycerine Salve cures cuts bruises burns and all sores and will treat piles tetter and skin eruptions. It promises satisfaction or money back and is sold for 25 cents by G W Bechel.
An old marketing line presents Castoria as a remedy across stages from infancy to motherhood. It emphasizes consistent use for babies, children, and mothers, reflecting era tissue advertising.
An advertisement promises night cough relief with Acker's English Remedy by N G Woodward. It lists prices 10c 50c and 1 sold at Woodward's store, urging customers to buy for immediate sleep improvement.
A brief piece explains moistening an envelope before affixing a stamp and promotes Dr Jones Red Clover Tonic for many ailments. It lists dyspepsia postiveness bad breath pimples ague malaria poor appetite low spirits headaches and kidney liver disorders with a 50 cent price from G W Bechels.
The piece argues Hatton and Arthur failed to prove they aided Blaine and that the Republicans were defeated by internal party forces rather than Blaine's shortcomings. It contends the party bears responsibility as the governing body did not secure success in New York.
Ayer's Sarsaparilla is a concentrated extract of sarsaparilla and other roots with iodide of potassium and iron. It claims exceptional control over scrofulous diseases, surpassing other medicines.
An 19th century claim extols Ayer's Sarsaparilla as the best and cheapest cure with powerful blood purification effects.
Acker’s celebrated English remedy for coughs colds and consumption is offered by N G Woodward. The advertisement highlights its purported benefits and availability through the seller.
Scotch Collie shepherd pups offered at five dollars for males and four dollars for females. Ducks priced at one dollar each. Lamps advertised as cheap with a large new stock in Defiance. Contact Krotz & Moses for details on breakfast bacon and chipped beef.
Discussion swirls around Allen G. Thurman as a possible Cleveland cabinet appointee amid strong opposition from the coal oil Democrats of Ohio. They recall Thurman supporters blocked the Ohio vote at the National Democratic Convention and fear Cleveland may be sidelined in the doorway.
The physician, a surgeon and gynecologist, notes medicine’s vast divisions. He has devoted years to the specialty of chronic diseases and diseases of the face. With hospital and general practice experience, he plans to devote his time to this focus using modern instruments.
The Atlanta Constitution editorial warns that Negroes must vote with Democrats or be disfranchised, arguing a solid South benefits from white unity. Northern readers are shown the South’s stance that only white rule brings prosperity, predicting increased Democratic dominance if Negro enfranchisement persists.
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