Harrison jealous of Cleveland’s repeated presidential honor
The text claims ex president Harrison resents Cleveland’s twice electing as president and intends to seek renomination in 1896. Gov McKinley reportedly visited Cleveland in Washington, with Cleveland pleased to see him, and McKinley credited as a major force in the democratic victory.
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Harrison
Grover Cleveland
Gov. McKinley
Mr. Cleveland
Washington
Mr. McKinley
Obscure Proposal Targets Seasonal Scandals and Poets
A murky note argues for a legislative act to end a book agent’s life within a September 1 to October 1 window with obituary poets from March 1 to July 3 and a year covering gossip from January 1 to December 31.
Secretaries Carlisle Orders Halt on Gold Withdrawals
The gold reserve is so low that Secretary Carlisle on Saturday ordered no more withdrawals from the treasury in exchange for certificates. Further action is unclear, but a decisive move is awaited within a day or two.
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Carlisle
Treasury
Davenport Democrat Backs Two Month Campaign
The Davenport Democrat urges a short campaign of two months as ample and beneficial for the party. It argues the public has other duties beyond constant political activity.
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Davenport
Iowa Republicans Debate Prohibition Strategy Ahead of Campaign
Iowa Republican papers fret over how to drop prohibition without appearing to reverse stance. Many plans fail on grounds of trust and political optics as the party weighs its honesty versus practical policy messaging.
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Iowa
Blount Orders Flag Taken Down in Hawaii Probe
Commissioner Blount, on assignment to Hawaii, ordered the U S flag lowered until an investigation and report to the government. The flag had been raised without authority and stood as an act the administration may back with a protectorate proposal if the provisional government shows substance.
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Blount
Hawaiian Islands
United States
Gresham
Washington dispatch reports mass dismissal of pension examiners
A Washington dispatch notes twenty eight pension examiners ordered dismissed effective the fifteenth due to insufficient appropriations. The St. Louis Republic cites more dismissals ahead as the new administration wants only efficient clerks. Abram Myers of this city is named among those removed after eight years as special pension examiner.
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Washington
St. Louis
Blaine Brother Dismissed From Agriculture Dept
The brother of James G Blaine was removed from the Washington Agriculture Department for a position with little duties and a $2000 annual salary The move triggered Republican press outcry while Secretary Morton argued the expenditure of public funds could not be tolerated even if the man were James G Blaine s sibling and not President Cleveland s brother
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James G. Blaine
Agriculture Department
Washington
Morton
Robert G. Blaine
James G
Cleveland
Fourth Class Postmasters Appointments Compared
The article compares postmaster appointments under the present administration and the Harrison era. It cites 878 appointments from March 4, 1893 to April 3 inclusive, with 508 to vacancies and 378 to removals, including 90 removals after four years. It notes a ruling to allow four year terms for faithful non partisan postmasters, while others may be removed.
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Harrison
Democratic Party
Maxwell
Washington Letter Sheds Light on Roach Embezzlement Probe
In a April 14 1893 dispatch Washington letters report a Democratic caucus blocking a Senate investigation into Roach of North Dakota’s embezzlement charge from 14 15 years earlier. The piece notes party disagreements over Senate pasts and confirms Eckles nomination as Comptroller of the Currency. It also covers Weather Bureau graft probes and naval review plans.
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Washington
I. C
Floor
Senate
Roach
North Dakota
U. S. Senate
Ady
Martin
Kansas
Committee On Privileges and Elections
U. S
New York
Conrad N. Jordan
U.S
Cleveland
Weather Bureau
Bureau
Eckles
Comptroller of Currency
Finance Committee
Morton
Mr. Blaine
Blaine
Mr. Cleveland
Herbert
Hampton Roads
Chicago
Hatton Declares New Order to Republican Army
The Philadelphia Record quotes Colonel Frank Hatton declaring a new directive to the Republican Army with a wry remark that it may leave a very thin front.
Disintegration of the Republican Party Foretold by Review Editor
The piece reports Dr. Albert Shaw of the Review of Reviews arguing that the Republican Party faces disintegration as Democratic and emerging third parties reshape American politics. It asserts Democrats are indestructible, Republicans may fade or realign, and a new program or party could replace the old.
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Review of Reviews
Albert Shaw
Iowa
Dr. Shaw
United States
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Minnesota Lake Druggists
The advertisement extols Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as universally satisfactory for colds and all coughs. Stedman & Friedman report selling 25 dozen bottles with consistent results. Bradshaw & Thoma distribute 40 cent bottles in Minnesota Lake Minnesota.
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Chamberlain
Stedman & Friedman
Minnesota Lake
Minn
Bradshaw & Thoma
SARNING BIRDS A Close Observer Describes Spring Bird Life
A Hiram Heaton column recounts early spring sightings in M Damms pasture and nearby fields. Fox sparrows quails snow birds and crows appear with nesting noted while cats threaten birds. The narrator reflects on Sunday melodies, bird influence on mood, and memories of mockingbirds and cowbirds.
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M. Damm
Lecame
Burlington
Welkin
Creston
Grim Reaper
Missouri
Rome
Ruby crowned knight seen on rail line youth danger
A man recalls a ruby crowned knight and warns that boys ride moving trains at a depot. He notes several youths have been injured or killed by playing on freight cars, including a Glen Dale boy who lost a leg, and his brother who repeated the danger.
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Glendale
Prohibition Shifts Among Ministers Amid Temperance Debate
The article notes a shift in sermons from strict prohibition to temperance grounded in inner change and divine grace. Ministers who once hailed legal bans now place legal prohibition in a lesser role, emphasizing personal reform as key to lasting temperance. The piece asks how much of this change stems from the Republican Party’s apparent move away from prohibition.
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Republican Party
Winter Shoe Care From The New York World
A winter guide notes sidewalks are muddy and air is cold, and leather cracks easily. To restore shoes, knock off mud with wood, brush clean, then apply a dressing of spermaceti oil vinegar treacle and ivory black to revive appearance.
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New York World
Local Realty and Loan Services Advertise Office Nearby
The firm offers property rentals, loan negotiations, and insurance with reliable companies. They also buy and sell school and church furniture, and promise careful attention to any untrusted business. Office located on the east side of the park above Bright's hardware store.
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Bright
Naval progress to sheath cruiser bottoms with wood and copper
The next move in naval progress will likely be to coat new cruisers’ undersides with wood and copper. This sheathing prevents barnacle buildup, reduces docking and cleaning needs, and lowers coal consumption by keeping the hull smooth and fast.
Santa Maria to Washington Exhibit After Chicago Fair
After the flagship Santa Maria returns from the Chicago fair it will be sent to Washington for permanent display. The intention is to show visitors what Columbus’ ships looked like during the discovery of the new world.
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Santa Maria
Washington
Columbus
Smithsonian Institution
George Washington
Argentina Exports Growth in Agricultural Machinery
The commercial crisis in Argentina eases as the population resumes work and progress. In 1892 Argentina exported $1,381,000 worth of agricultural implements and machinery, compared with $827,000 in 1801, highlighting a substantial rise in export activity.
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Argentina
Argentine Republic
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Hiram Heaton
Chaep Homes
Nebraska
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Lown
Inois
Fairfield
Keltner & David
Fairfield, Iowa
South Side Square
Harris & Cuddy
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