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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1892
Page
2
The Herald notes Charlie Mitchell will accept John L. Sullivan's proposition for a boxing match. It reports on political push for Arizona statehood, GOP and Democratic discussions, and mentions road-improvement plans tied to Governor Hill. Local items cover post offices run by women, clergy conduct, and international church updates.
In a recent interview Henry Watterson says he would support any Democrat nominated by the National Convention. He rates Carlisle as the best equipped Democrat, noting his honesty courage and public service. If Carlisle is not the nominee he would accept any other Democrat not from New York.
The writer dismisses William Henry Harrison style aims from New York influenced papers and urges that Democrats Carlisle Gorman Hill Palmer Pattison Boise, not Cleveland, deserve convention consideration. He notes Cleveland’s failure to beat Harrison and questions loyalty of rival allies. He emphasizes party unity and seeks a clear Chicago Convention choice.
Republican papers criticize the binding twine trust led by the National Cordage Company. The Inter Ocean urges Sherman Act prosecutions, while the Chicago Tribune favors placing binding twine on the free list to force a price drop. The piece notes delays in anti trust outcomes and calls for broad action against the cordage monopoly.
An 19th century style advertisement urges readers to cleanse blood and purify health with Hood's Sar saparilla described as the best blood purifier and system tonic. Hood's Pills are touted as vegetable, harmless and effective without pain.
Survivor account recounts the 1868 crash of the steamer United States from Cincinnati to Louisville and the fire sparked by oil and whiskey. The America bursts into flames, passengers panic, and rescues unfold as a rivereeep tragedy. The author details his brother and wife’s near death escape, mingled with tales of fortune seekers and lost lives along the Ohio.
Marcus R. Sulzer spoke on President Harrison and Republican strength, praising Henry Lane Morton and Harrison, declaring a Republican avalanche imminent. He backed Newland DePauw of New Albany for delegate at large, with multi district endorsements and cheers. The crowd backed DePauw as nomination moved forward. The report also covers ship disaster testimony and a public demographic note on city growth and a medical testimonial.
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