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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1888
Page
4
August 20 1888 a Republican county meeting in Marshall City outlines ward representation and delegates to the County Convention. Candidates for Senator and other municipal offices named while a nominating session sets the date August 25 for the next gathering at the Austin school trustees and various town houses to select delegates for the Revolutionary County Convention.
The piece critiques Prohibitionists and urges young voters to support the Republican party, arguing that the South’s progress favors Republicans over the Democrats. It cites figures, personalities, and contemporary political shifts, warning of loyalties and alliances among former Confederates and industry advocates.
At Jackson on Wednesday the prohibition congressional convention nominated Dr A G Brody of thiasity as candidate for Congress from the third district. Dr Bruce will commence writing campaign materials and plans to hire a hall for a speaking event at Ratton Rapids Saturday evening. The dispatch notes the old campaign approach remains, with delegates arranging pre meetings and speaking engagements.
The speech in the House deplores free wool proposals and argues for continued protective duties. O'Donnell cites Eastern and Michigan wool growers, national production data, and historical tariffs to warn that removing duties would harm farmers, manufacturers, and the domestic market.
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