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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1880
Page
2
The piece critiques Democratic leaders and imparts concern over the Maine result. It argues the outcome harms the party’s prospects nationally and warns that partisan splits could undermine the country’s future. It notes occasional impartiality in the press but emphasizes partisan risk.
A Maine newspaper column urges James G Blaine to seize a pivotal leadership role. It argues demagogues provoke tumult while Blaine can restore order, defend liberties, and deliver peace amid a national crisis, praising his potential to guide through advancing political storms.
The piece cites Gladstone and Bright as embodying English admiration for the US, contrasting Britain’s foreign policy with America’s republican promise. It recounts Bright’s Rochdale speech praising a republic with no European style foreign policy and notes Potter’s welcome in Rochdale, plus Bright’s remarks on U S tariff views and economic strides. It mentions a London correspondence dated Dec 20 1879 and a gift to Abraham Lincoln’s heir from Thomas Bayley Potter M P.
The text discusses impressions of imposing figures who soften when approached by strangers, contrasts Americans with Scots and French in politeness, and then details Edison’s lighting ventures. It notes a $100,000 investment, a New York depot plan, three bulb designs for private houses, a pyramid street lamp, and mixed reactions from lamp testers and railway interests. It also covers Michigan agriculture society meetings, finances, and future plans for premiums and investments.
Analysis argues Garfield outshines Sherman in financial honesty and mass appeal. It notes his strong leadership in the House, popularity with Republicans, and broad appeal across factions, with Blaine favoring Garfield over Sherman or Grant. It suggests Garfield could unite the party and gain administration support if placed on the ticket.
In Marquette last week Sammy Tilden won four suits with a $398 judgment against him in another. Mrs Barrows confesses adultery with Rev Stillwell of Englishville Baptist Church Kent County to Rev D Patterson and a church committee. Stillwell silent.
In a noisy Senate style skit Col Bob Taylor pretended to celebrate Independence Day by wielding an artificial spider amid members and visitors. The gag led to laughter as Col Smith dodged the prank while Taylor claimed it was a joke about paying as you go.
A Central New Mexico family faced nightly terrors as rattlesnakes nested behind kitchen walls and in bed, drawn by warmth. The husband traced the nest to the wall lining, while warnings about tarantulas and centipedes highlighted the region’s notorious climate hazards.
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