Ohio Democrats endorse tariff and lands policy at convention
The Ohio Democratic convention adopts a tariff plank praised as sound for the party and a clear stance on public lands and homestead rights. It criticizes Republican state administration, praises Cleveland, and outlines views on internal revenue reform and protective duties. The interview with supporters highlights optimism for Cleveland’s rer nomination and Ohio’s pivotal role in 1888.
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Alata Jon
Ohio
Buckeye Democrats
Cleveland
John Sherman
Obio
Morrison
Ways and Means Committee
Opium Habit Told by a French Officer in Opium Den
A London Daily Telegraph account describes a young French non commissioned officer treated for opium use in a charity hospital. He recounts seeking opium in Cochin China, trying a syrupy ball inhaled through a lamp flame, and a dreamlike reverie with music and literature, followed by pain and fear as withdrawal persists. The story includes mentions of Anatole France and a Paris sculptor, then shifts to household tips and political debate on democracy and republicanism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London Daily Telegraph
England
Ponte
Cochin China
DeQuincey
Baudelaire
M. Pail Bonnetain
France
M. Anatole France
Paris
Test of Malaria and Home Water Safety Suggestion
A fragment from Ammerican Magazine notes a father’s plea for safer country living and clean water. It describes using a dilute permanganate test to detect contamination, advising monitoring water near living quarters and near a hotel system. The author emphasizes personal attention to prevent health risks and echoes financially burdensome undertaker bills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ammerivan Magazine
Fir Pillows and Balm Fir Spills for Sleep Aids
Readers learn how to prepare balsam fir spills from balsam fir needles to scent pillows. The article details harvesting, drying to preserve fragrance, correct materials for pillow covers, and suggested motto and embroidery ideas to enhance value and appeal.
Death of John M. Dyer of Northern Vermont
John M. Dyer of Northern Vermont died and was described as an immense man over six feet tall and weighing about 300 pounds. A coffin had to be made large enough to contain him, and no hearse could carry him, so his body was taken from the front window in an express wagon, which was barely large enough to receive it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Dyer
Vermont
Stirrups linked to Archer race and revolver sale offer
The Prince of Wales bought the stirrups Archer used in his final race. A gentleman offered 250 for the revolver with which the jockey killed himself.
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Prince of Wales
Archer
Powerful Tonic Ad Seems To Curb Malaria In Colony
The ad proclaims a tonic claimed to cure malaria arthritis nervous prostration and other ailments. It name checks a variety of ingredients and promises restorative benefits. The text mentions a postal or street address in York and hints at medical claims typical of early 20th century patent medicines.
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Uae
Elstee
Boloniaxe
Warren Bt
York
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