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Newspaper
Lanark Gazette
Location
Lanark, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1892
Page
8
The writer urges Cleveland as the democratic nominee, arguing the forthcoming campaign should center on principle rather than individuals. Both major options have delivered solid administrations, and the call is to focus on core principles in the election.
Yesterday the Democratic convention gathered in Chicago and early impressions favored Cleveland for the nomination. Regardless of the nominee, the speaker asserts Republicans will win the election.
The American tin plate industry, under the fostering care of the McKinley tariff law, is making great strides forward and will soon reduce production and manufacture costs far below prelaw prices.
W H A Renner of Mt Carroll assigned as county organizer to mobilize local Republicans in Lanark. Calls to act during the campaign, refute Democratic lies, and organize immediately.
Gov McKinley of Ohio serves as permanent chairman at the Minneapolis convention and solidifies his hold on Republicans nationwide. Had Harrison fallen short on the first ballot McKinley would have been the most plausible candidate capable of uniting factions. His impartial chairing has earned him many supporters and 1892 may see him become president.
A veteran Chicago journalist reports that nine tenths of Chicago Germans already support the Democrats, with few German Lutherans misled by Republican appeals. He notes the German Republican rank and file will stay with the ticket despite some Lutherans being swayed by Democrats.
The Mt. Carroll Democrat and Savanna Journal claim delegates Cowen and Sharp from the Sixth District supported Blaine at the convention only under pressure from Hitt. Both are postmasters appointed by Harrison yet stood by their convictions against party whip attempts by Cullom and Cannon, earning admiration for integrity.
C Rowland advertises the Old Reliable Milwaukee Steel Junior No 10 Binders and Milwaukee Chain Power Mowers as the lightest draft machines on the market. Durability guaranteed equal to any other machine.
Lanark travels through rain to Mt Carroll crippled by two key players. Despite eight-run inning cracks, Lanark and Carroll play tight later, with hopes of rival games. Savanna visit ends 15 to 12 for Lanark after multiple pitcher changes amid damp grounds.
A collage of rentals sales and ads from Lanark Illinois dated June 21 1892. Entries include For Sale Two houses for rent A good top buggy and horse a mower and a missing list of items from C Rowland Lee Willis and DanieL F Beatty Beatty Pianos Organs and premiums for school prizes. Also notes on a beer slaughter with medical commentary and local officials addressing the beef issue.
This week Prouty lists two special bargains likely to appeal to anyone seeking shoes. The ad emphasizes value andOut may attract budget-minded shoppers with discounted footwear options.
Ladies Oxfords priced at 85 cents and men’s Kangaroo Shoes at 2.74 capture attention. The ad urges readers not to miss these bargains and invites inquiries to inspect the stock.
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