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Newspaper
Democratic Enquirer
Location
Mcarthur, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1872
Page
2
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McArthur November 20 1872 reports the Marietta and Pittsburg railroad completed to Cambridge with cars operating there. The round-houses at Cambridge to be established. The Gallipolis Journal notes Col W M Grosvenor of St Louis defeated for Congress in the November 5 election. Fire engines in Boston responded to a great blaze. Railroad progress continues with summit work at Vinton near Niles Summit, moving toward the county line.
The Waverly Republican editor invites subscribers to pay with wax, greenbacks, or gold and silver. If unable, accept corn, wheat, oats, flaxseed, potatoes, fruits, hay, butter, eggs, poultry, hogs, beef cattle, sheep, nuts, hickory, walnut, or chestnuts. Farmers may barter any other produce for the paper debt. McArthur Enquirer also offers bartered payment for a dollar fifty per year.
The Pittsburg Dispatch, a Radical paper funded by Grant corruption, claims John F. Parnsworth of Illinois was defeated in Illinois Fourth District. Once a respected Republican, he accused the party of corruption and sought the Democratic Liberal nomination to win back Congress. The result proves he lost influence and loyalty waned among constituents.
The piece argues that enduring moral codes and religious principles should guide government beyond majorities. It cites Christ and Socrates to insist duties from the Sermon on the Mount exceed poll numbers. It urges reformers to stand united, trust justice, and vote for the Republic’s best men.
Many subscribers from here to McArthur cannot meet instalments yet have begunalm work on the road with their hands or teams. Their devotion to advancement is praised, urging others who can to pay their instalments and support building the line for the common benefit.
The horse disease spreads rapidly in the region causing reduced drays and fewer hack horses. City fire department delays worsen the crisis, prompting council action to organize volunteer men to move apparatus. Trade slows as freight piles up and buyers seek deliveries. Numerous counties report mortality and lung fever, with oxen used for wagons.
A fragmented note contrasts laborers celebrating perceived gains by corrupt party leaders who serve monopolists and manufacturers, warning laborers may regret voting against their interests within a year. It also highlights the Columbus and Hocking Railway earnings for October and a local foundry in Zaleski run by Michael Foray offering cheap castings and broad services.
An 19th century style advertisement touts Notioway's Pills and Ointment for healing skin eruptions and ailments. It claims rapid cures, product authenticity, and asks readers to seek the new variety while avoiding counterfeits. The text blends sales pitch with religious sentiments about life and death.
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