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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1892
Page
2
A Madison Indiana editorial page critiques tariff and treasury issues under Cleveland, notes shifts in party support, and mocks Republican strategy while highlighting a Birmingham coffin trust case and electoral tensions. It mentions Massachusetts voters, Harrison losses, and Pennsylvania as a political symbol.
The piece notes shifts in Treasury gold and silver certificate levels since four years earlier. It cites New York Tribune observations and Secretary Foster warning of potential deficits without tighter appropriations. The author questions public support for Washington's management.
The Ohio Electoral College will meet in Columbus the first Wednesday in December to cast votes. It will tally 22 for Harrison and 1 for Cleveland with James P. Seward of Mansfield, an elector-at-large, the lone Democrat. His Republican colleagues will appoint him to deliver the certified result to the Senate president before confirmation in February 1898.
The piece notes Rhode Island Democratic gains in a recent election and cites Indiana ballot losses for Republicans. It accuses local Republicans of vandalism in Stinesville Monroe county and claims GOP officials thwart justice to protect party interests amid Ohio Democrats’ quarrels.
Columbus dispatch notes William McKinley desires another gubernatorial bid in Ohio. It argues Democratic advantage if Republicans cling to tariff protection and old leaders fail to reform. The piece mocks GOP sagacity and predicts continued missteps unless leaders change course.
Hon. Jason B. Brown writes the Sentinel outlining his stance on an extra session. He favors only if needed, supports tariff revision, opposes federal election laws, and endorses home rule with state jurisdiction. He also backs New Mexico and Arizona statehood and proposes four states for Texas.
Edward Embrey of Morrie ville precinct Fauquier county Virginia is named as the oldest voter in the nation. He cast his first ballot in 1806 during Jefferson's administration and has voted in every election since. He celebrated his 107th birthday the day after a Cleveland vote.
The Massachusetts and Indiana Republican lines attack the other party over ballot confusion and alleged voter ignorance after the November election. Critics argue defaced or poorly understood ballots undermined GOP efforts, while noting changes to voting procedures and the role of party bosses.
Travel notice promoting economical fast service to California aboard Chicago and North Western Union Pacific and Southern Pacific lines. Highlights Pullman drawing room sleeping cars Chicago to San Francisco in three and a half days and affordable furnished tourist sleeping cars for first or second class at four dollars per berth. Provides agent contact for tickets and details.
A social lady famed for health and beauty credits Dr. Greene's Nervara as a cure for weak nerves and digestive disorders. The ad touts it as a vegetable, harmless remedy that strengthens nerves and promotes appetite, promising clear skin and robust digestion for women.
A Rochester woman Mrs Mary Frances Lytle credits Dr Greene of New York with restoring her health and color after illness. She claims a pale complexion and severe menstrual pain improved, weight rose from 81 to 115 pounds, and praises the physician who offers free consultations and mail advice.
The North Western Line launches the Duluth Superior Special a daily through train from Chicago arriving Superior at 8 20 am and Duluth at 8 25 am next day in fifteen hours Dining car service and through carriage for all classes Tickets and information available from any agent or W A Thrall Chicago. Field Marshal Murat Hatstead predicts Republican victory but faces reality after the 8th inst.
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