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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1892
Page
4
Fragmented and garbled notes recount Democratic and Republican maneuvering before a Lima convention. References to Grover Cleveland, Benjamin Harrison, Blaine, Davis and other figures mix with stray remarks on Chicago and Minneapolis politics, party harmony, and speculative outcomes.
A dense, opinionated recap of political debates and figures including Blaine Harrison and party splits. It criticizes radicals, praises Blaine, and notes the racial and legal barriers in early party politics. It also comments on editors, journalists, and public figures amid national conventions and elections.
The notice promotes the Plain Dealer as the leading Democratic newspaper in Ohio. It offers a club arrangement with the Democratic Northwest for $1.80 a year and mentions mailing sample copies upon postal card requests to Cleveland, Ohio.
A long disputed feud prompts James G Blaine to resign as secretary of state with his letter dated June 4 1892 and President Harrison immediately accepting. The record notes mutual souring and outlines broader canal project proposals to connect Pittsburgh to Erie as a central transport route.
In reporting births and deaths for the past year the newsroom notes slow progress. The following items have been reported: lists of births and deaths indicating local residents, dates, and brief statuses.
A pithy roundup notes Cleveland talks with gas firms over 80 cent per thousand rates, New Orleans grand jury urges halting gambling with heavy fines, a Decoration Day flag incident in Central Park affects Grand Army members, rising wagon of the migrant trust may lift prices, Rothschilds rumored to lend Brazil 1 million at 5 percent, Kansas wheat expected near last year despite floods, Jefferson Davis birthday marked as a holiday in some territories, George E B Smith known as Pittsburg Phil rumored to win big at Morris Park, and militia pullback from Oliver Springs to ease Mint County disputes with Mindee Ferguson aftermath in mind.
Collector Waldorf issues a notice to special taxpayers under revised statutes requiring display of the special tax sign for the July 1 1892 tax year and warns of prosecution for noncompliance. The notice is followed by a testimonial promo for Hood's Sarsaparilla claiming remarkable cures after other remedies failed.
A badly garbled OCR passage covers congressional remarks on tariff and appropriation bills with interruptions and applause. It includes names such as Mr. Burrows Mr. Wiksen Mr. Landers and William E. Wilson plus a promotion for Hood's Sarsaparilla claiming its cures and advertising impact.
Ridgeville notes report Eda Robersteins misfortune with a Magers held door crushing her finger. Local updates include family visits, a new baby girl for Harry Graffice, and toast to community life. Numerous small town items mention school hiring, show wagons, visits, and a woollen Cottswool specimen.
An old newspaper fragment touts remedies such as Spavin Liniment for horses and a patent cure for rheumatism and neuralgia. It also mentions a Minneapolis Republican convention and a mysterious “Mystic Cure” with dramatic testimonials. The text mimics 19th century ad copy with exaggerated claims and pricing notes.
A parliamentary address questions the Tariff Act of 1890. It cites Mr McKinley and various lawmakers, noting alleged misstatements about schedule origins and industry approvals. It traces claims to hearings and associations, challenging the purported bipartisan consensus on tariff construction.
Catastrophic flood follows a massive fire along Oil Creek from Titusville to Oil City. Hundreds of lives are feared lost with buoyant debris and burning oil causing widespread destruction. Towns along the creek suffer heavy damage as officials estimate losses at least 1.5 million dollars, with 400 or more believed dead or missing.
The Baltimore Ohio Railroad plans new locomotive engines for the Chicago route as June deliveries arrive. Engines weigh 134,400 pounds and show flexible wheel arrangements. The system aims to enhance the Hoyas Mine Line trains with Pullman cars and improved passenger equipment as the line expands via the Atlantic board to Chicago.
An announcement promotes Dr B J Kendall Co sales of a medical text on disease, praising its authority and extensive sales. Readers are urged to order by sending a small payment to a Boston area address, highlighting a limited time offer and wide distribution.
Probate notices announce appointments of guardians and hearings for estate matters. Amahwel Motter named guardian of Untharinn Wetrasich with hearing set for July 7, 1902 by M Donnelly. Haley Hoste listed for will dissection and settlement hearing on December 8, 1902, by M Donnelly. W J Chapman named ex-executor with final accounts to be reviewed and filed for Readley retirement by M Donnelly.
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