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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1887
Page
1
A partial readable OCR fragment mentions Cana and dates with scattered names and places. The text is garbled but hints at an event or notice involving dates and local entities. No clear actions or outcomes are legible.
No Man Can Say Saur and Barnley proprietors of the mammoth Drug Book and Paint House of the Northwest keep a vast stock of drugs medicines dyes and toiletries with low prices and wide variety. They emphasize quality and reliability, offering wallpaper curtains paints oils brushes and a strong stationery department. The piece also covers a county fair recounting large exhibits in agriculture stock poultry and floral displays, praising Henry county’s rank and the fair’s success.
President Cleveland spoke at Independence Square on the centennial celebration, praising the Constitution as the work of the people and God. The day featured cheers, the Liberty Bell ringing at noon, and remarks by Justice Miller and Cardinal Gibbons, with prayers and a closing benediction.
Sept 1 report says the Drexel Morgan syndicate withdrew from its contract raising rumors that Robert Garrett will not resign the B and O presidency but return to America to fight to restore the company’s prestige and rescue it from embarrassment. Friends describe him as in fine mettle and ready to prove critics wrong.
Sept 16 dispatches indicate President Cleveland has decided to appoint Secretary Lamar to the Supreme Court vacancy after Justice Woods's death. The President reportedly told a Southern politician his choice is fixed and will not be changed.
A critical piece examines claims about President Cleveland and pensions, comparing his vetoes and approvals to Grant Hayes Garfield and Arthur. It argues Cleveland acted within duty, notes more veterans in office under him, and challenges demagogic accusations while urging fair play.
Fragment from a Cincinnati font discusses the Gettysburg speech and Gov. Foraker. It disputes claims about Plymouth Rock Jamestown and Gettysburg. It notes the timing of slavery in the colonies and Ohio’s free status under the Northwest Ordinance with references to Nathan Dean and Thomas Jefferson and mentions Texas votes and Salem ports in error-filled context.
A damaged fragment criticizes Foraker and Teander amid a Powell case, expressing sympathy with Republicans yet noting flaws in campaign choices. It warns that party extremism may push Republicans to seek power through controversial means and calls for restraint on Horak’s influence.
Joseph Garrison of Idaho, notified from Washington Cust, seeks back pension from 1518 for a wound from a bowlder thrown during a storm in Mexico City. He has been granted $120 monthly at 6 percent for thirty-nine years, aiming to exceed $10,000 total with further claims for increases. He served as a lieutenant in the Second California and expects additional sums, potentially up to 1,000 to 2,000 more Pat.
Louisville report states former Kentucky governor Luke P Blackburn died at 2 80 p m in Frankfurt after weeks of illness He was born in Wood county Ky and studied medicine at Transylvania later serving the south in yellow fever and cholera epidemics He governed Kentucky before Gov Knott and was half brother to Senator J C Blackburn
A critique of Gov. Foraker's campaign style in Ohio describing his aggressive tone and use of provocative language. The piece cites remarks about the president and a reply by General Powell, noting the exchange as indecorous and refuting a claimed quote. It questions audience impact and the broader Republican strategy.
A Victorian era advertises Electric Bitters as a remedy for low spirits headaches and fidgetiness. It claims to purify blood stimulate kidneys and liver and restore vitality. Sold by D J Humphrey's drug store for 60 cents a bottle and warranted to cure malaria germ illness.
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