Democratic Appeal and Republican Critique in Indiana Campaign
The article outlines Democratic arguments praising Cleveland era reforms, federal economy, civil service reform, and tariff fairness while attacking Republican excess and tax policy. It notes party opposition within Indiana, listing counties and local figures, and mentions concerns over the Harrison ticket and a push for Cleveland's re-election.
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Harrison
Indiana
Chi Times
Cleveland
Clinton
Nobie
Marion
Morgan
Pulaski
Tinooi
Green
Fayette
Foun
Davies
Two Political Positions Across Parties in 1883 Debate
The excerpt contrasts Democrat and Republican stances on tariffs and taxation. It cites internal revenue removal proposals, labor interests, and cost of living, highlighting a Democratic push for cheaper imports and reform while Republicans push for protective measures and tax changes amid 1883 political discourse.
Pot Calling Kettle Hack
Southern delegates to the national Republican convention allegedly sold votes to the highest bidder. Sherman and Alger competed for southern support with purchases affecting several ballots. The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes mutual accusations of corruption amid financial influence in the vote switching.
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National Republican
Tom
South
Sherman
Alger
Agenta
Gen
Alps
Michigan
John Sherman
Ager
Cleveland Plain Dealer
The Free Whisky Plank Sparks Republican Outcry
The Chicago platform’s free whisky plank alarms Republicans as leaders seek power to counteract its impact. The New York Tribune features Senators Hiscock and Farwell explaining the plank while critics urge broader discussion before the nation, fearing a return to reduction of liberty and a shift toward servitude.
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Chicago
New York Tribune
Hiscock
Farwell
St. Louis
Louisville Courier Journal
Randall's Illness Sparks National Sympathy
The New York World reports Mr. Randall suffers from stomach cancer. Despite party clashes, his great ability and integrity earn universal sympathy as his illness pains the nation. The dispatch notes widespread regret and high regard for his service in Congress.
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Washington Dispatches
Randall
Congress
Democratic Party
New York World
Blaine and Harrison emerge in tense party battle
The Brooklyn Eagle weighs the 1884 campaign dynamics with Blaine facing risk from rivals and factional pressure. It argues a Blaine victory would mean Republican leadership under James G. Blaine rather than the Chicago ticket, and warns of volatile crowds, internal dissent, and the risk of missteps shaping the race as Harrison travels the continent.
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Tlons
Winit
United States
Bosmuth
Nonauch
Republican Party
Harrison
Blaine
Chicago
James G. Blaine
Burchani
Biassio
Theehlof Plank
Tnt
Burchard Shuld
Singoria
Clover Na Lie
Republcan
New York
Brooklyn Eagle
Blaine's Whisky Tax Split Sparks Republican Tension
Kelley accuses Mr Blaine of wavering over the whisky tax issue echoing the party platform which favors repeal of internal taxes for whisky but Blaine warns free whisky would drive consumption and undermine high license. Brooklyn Citizen notes Kelley’s jab against Blaine in a Democratic-leaning take on a GOP rift.
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Blaine
Kelley
Pennsylvania
Enthi Alam
Brooklyn Citien
Politician Balances Two Stools In Prohibition Debate
The Poston Herald argues the party wobbles between Prohibition and whisky aims, noting past casualties from such double dealing. It warns the era risks missteps as leaders try to please opposing sides, risking political instability and volatile consequences.
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Poston Herald
Calder Brice Uhrich led Union war service and legal career
Calvin Brice Uhrich, active in 1861, left Miami University to join the Union Army at age 15. He later studied at Michigan Law, practiced in Lima, specialized in corporate law and railroad development, and became head of the Lake Erie and Western Railway. He held extensive rail interests, including the New York Chicago and St. Louis line, and served as a decisive Democratic figure in New York.
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Jamo
Ory
Gail
Universlty of
Michigan
Ata Athi
United States
Lima
Jip
Lake Erie
Wester
New York
Chicago
St. Lewis
Mobile
Birmingham
Kentucky Central
Richmon
West Point
East Tennessee
Virginia
Georgia
Duluth, South Shore
The New York Tribunes Recantation On Mr. Low
The New York Tribune recants its earlier remarks about Seth Low. It calls the term Sunday school politician a Republican-origin epithet used to condemn Republicans who opposed a fraudulent nomination. The piece cites historians and quotes the St. Louis Republic on political conscience and sovereignty.
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New York Techuny
Seth Low
New York Tribune
John F. Smith
Folger
George William Curtis
St. Louis Republic
Greenbackers Merge with Democrats in Michigan Line
The Greenbackers unite with the Democratic Party in Michigan, arguing for reduced war taxes and curbing wartime monopolies. They claim the issue is obsolete and expect Greenbackers to align nationwide with Democrats, as living voters adopt the mainstream platform.
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Enbackers
Michigan
Brooklyn
Joke on a Republican Batter From Rochester
A humorous note from Rochester references the Rochester Union republishing an Albany Journal tariff article. It recalls the Rochester Democrat’s misnaming and misinterpretation, with playful jabs about late free trade and political stances, ending with a satirical remark about the Democratic party.
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Rochester
Rochester Union
Republican
Albany Journal
Rochester Democrat
Union
Democrat
Troy
Surprised Party Foreseen By Northwest Returns
Opinion notes the Republicans face a "stupendous mistake" as returns from the great northwest and California GOP defections are said to tilt the race. The piece frames the political moment as surprising and warns of shifting support across key states.
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Great Northwest
California
Golden Coast
Pittsburg
Wool Duty Logic Impacts New England Mills Say Oppose Tariffs
The Providence Journal argues that carpet and woolen mills in Massachusetts and nearby states shut down due to high wool prices and tariff limits. It claims free wool would cut costs, boost demand, and sustain thousands of jobs, while warning current duties threaten business and employment.
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Providence Journal
Worcester
Shromt
United States
North Andover
Mass
Electric Bitters advertised as cure all ailments
This ad touts Electric Bitters as a purer medicine that will cure liver and kidney diseases remove boils salt rheum and other blood impurities drive malaria from the system and prevent or cure malarial fevers It promises headache constipation and indigestion relief with complete satisfaction or money back priced at a dollar per bottle from Lelat's Drug Store.
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Lelat
Protective tariff debated by Ohio labor report
The excerpt, taken from an Ohio labor report, argues a tariff harms workers. It cites historical wheat exports and points to political figures like Ben Harrison, claiming Indiana could swing against him due to German sentiment and tariff effects.
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Ohio
H. A. Orth
Indison
Orth
Ben
Harrison
Indiana
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