08 Oct 1888
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Newspaper
Freeport Daily Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1888
Page
1
A reprint of a newspaper page discusses Irish poverty, political economy, and the impact of free trade on Ireland. It cites historical figures and debates on national industry, labor, and self rule, contrasting past valor with present economic subjugation.
Fragmented 1884 campaign speech excerpts critique free trade rivals and labor impacts. The text cites economic strain from imports, reduced government revenue, and potential loans, reflecting debates on manufacturing, agriculture, and national wealth as voters weigh party platforms.
A garbled excerpt reflects Confederate nostalgia and political rhetoric. It names figures and regions, praising Southern loyalty, veterans, and Democratic dominance, while referencing northern influence and a shift in leadership dynamics.
James G Blaine argues the national issue is whether workers will have their wages seriously reduced and stresses the power of suffrage. He questions voting for a Democratic Administration whose policy he says serves elements aiming to destroy the Union, as crowds applaud.
The Republican platform argues repeal of licenses and alcohol taxes, limits on tobacco and spirits taxes, and a reduction of internal taxes to relieve the protective system. It calls for revenue restraint, opposing foreign competition while stressing domestic production and labor protection.
In a remarks section, Ben Harrison argues for strong protective measures to shield the nation from imported labor and competition. He condemns labor outsourcing and contract labor, including Chinese labor, asserting that domestic industry must be safeguarded to prevent economic decline and social issues.
The passage argues about parental authority as the cornerstone of virtue and stable homes, praising protective roles of family governance. It mentions a political party, moral standards, and social order, contrasting high ideals with perceived decline in civic virtue and patriotism.
The article argues that most Irial voters have direct stakes in the issue and resent Beuiah attacks on American industry. It asserts Irish natives backing the Cleveland Bayard protection plan show ignorance of the country they reside in and its needs, contrasting it with American interests.
Fragmented OCR notes describe political rallys and efforts by Democrats and Republicans, with calls for labor aid and wage support, warnings of fare and wine ploys, and a scare of election fraud. The text mentions Freeport, New York City, and other places, with references to crowds, meetings, and alleged conspiracies.
A fragmented OCR passage describes an estate and funeral expenditures with disputed commissions and claimed costs. It references a committee, government assignments, privy council actions, and payments totaling over ten thousand dollars for clothing, shoes, infant items, and other necessary expenses.
The Pittsbury Bulletin argues that widespread newspaper use of pictures shapes public taste. It claims readers learn to judge art through images, with photos becoming more essential than text and driving a broader, daily attention to visuals.
A Pittsburgh Dispatch report tours a Solingen weapon factory with 1,000 workers. It describes each step from raw steel to finished bayonets for the German government, detailing grinding, forging, heating, polishing, and final inspection by veteran staff.
A fragment discusses how timekeeping accuracy reflects a liver health theory. It links overeager chronometer use to danger in daily life and claims liver cleansing prevents many diseases including consumption and dropsy. The text cites Merce’s Golden Medical Discovers and advertises a tonic at a Nashville street address.
A late 19th century passage recounts a mild protest on a southbound railcar where a reluctant traveler, refusing fare, faces potential expulsion. Four passengers, facing a tense moment at a platform, are described with sharp humor as a bystander notes the scene in terse, period-tinged narration.
Fragmented OCR reads like a brisk, playful note on mercantile notices along New Haven Road. It mentions busy schedules, time pressures, and street signage, with a hint of satire about delays and responses from vendors and passersby.
An 19th century ad lists Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as cures for bruises sores and eruptions with a money back guarantee and price 26 cents. It promotes Electric Bitters to restore vitality and blood purification and St Patrick’s Pills to keep bowels regular, urging use at Emmert & Burrell and Emmert & Barrett’s drug stores.
Enuied and Burrell Druggist promote Brags Cherry Coucie Syrup claiming quick cough relief and guarantee satisfaction. ae Millinery and Mrs Bh Baldwin Co. seek women’s attention with a display of latest styles purchased in the city last week.
Wheir Business Booming. Him mert & Burrell drug store reports booming trade from giving away free trial bottles of Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption. The ad claims the cough and lung remedy cures Coughs Colds Bronchitis Croup and other throat and lung diseases quickly. Trial bottles offered free and extra large sizes available with a guarantee.
Goddard and Clark advertise the first new buckwheat flour in the market described as pure and unadulterated, produced with the best modern machinery, inviting customers to purchase the fresh supply.
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