Editorial notes on Maine and national race trends
The piece reviews the 7th district race with Carleton, Atkinson, and Weeks and predicts Weeks will win. It discusses Maine election shifts, Blaine's standing, and Republican majorities, noting defections, media claims, and reactions. It also cites Gov Logan and Gen Logan in Michigan, and a New York car drivers association condemning Cleveland and backing Blaine and Logan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toene
Carleton
Atkinson
Weeks
Car Drivers and Conductors’ Association, of
New York
Grover Cleveland
Rer
Blaine and
Logen
Earthquake tales and temperance polemics in 19th century prose
Fragment from a historical reflection recounts the 1812 Car cascas earthquake that devastated the city and stirred social bonds as survivors formed marriages and reconciled feuds. It also notes a Buffalo letter by Mrs. J Evcen Fos tes praising temperance work and urging nonpartisan stance in politics, endorsing James G. Blaine over Grover Cleveland.
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Carascas
Mas. J. Evcen Fostes
Towa
Saya
Wletter
Buffalo
N. Y
Ostrona
Nerronul
James G. Blone
Grover Clover
United States
Clevaland
Jamea G. Blaina
Cant Scullez Promotes Cleveland in Wisconsin Tour
Cant Scullez, a leading Democratic campaign figure, travels through Wisconsin praising Grover Cleveland while attacking James G Blaine. The piece notes Blaine’s past Senate tenure, Garfield cabinet service, and a 1876-1880 electoral pattern in New York, highlighting historical shifts and Democratic struggles in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cant Scullez
Wisconsio
Grover Cleveland
Tie
Blaine
Jamca
House of Representatives
Thia
United States Senate
Garfield
Yunto
Senate
James G. Blaine
Snyder A Democratic Review Of Tariffs In Legislature Race
Snyder, a Republican candidate for the district’s representative seat, is Cayuga County born and 54. He moved to Michigan in 1868, owned a Homer township farm, served as township chief supervisor, and held county roles including register of deeds. Elected to the legislature two years ago, he chaired the local taxation committee and served on federal relations, earning wide support. The piece also critiques Carlisle Watterson and Morrisen on tariff views, framing the national platform as revenue focused and free-trade biased.
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Sverurs FP
Ssypen
Vowiece
Republican Party
Cayuga County
Michigan
Homer
Ele
Decda
PRSU
Peter Mulvany
House of Representatives
Snyder
Albion
Carlisle
Morrison
Watterson
Morriven
Democracy Sig Ie
Tariff Grounds Split Within Michigan Progressive Party
The piece traces shifts in tariff doctrine from 1860 to 1880, noting early calls for free trade and later revenue only tariffs. It argues the Michigan party remains divided with about half pro and half anti free trade, yet agrees on a single tariff plank aimed at electoral gain.
Republican Lead Expected as Senate Shapes Up
An editorial argues that despite free trader complaints the Republican party holds a strong lead across western states with large vote totals for Garfield and Hansack in past elections. It details expected Senate shifts, noting several retiring Democrats and Republican gains, predicting a Republican majority or at least a tied Senate with the next term.
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Ohio
Indiana
Hansack
Garfield
Michigan
Hancock
Wenver
Thone Tomo Hor
Olio
Wain
Thore Statre
Butler
Cleveland
Republic
Republican Party
New York independents oppose Blaine over public office use
Independent Republicans in New York condemn Blaine's honesty and accuse him of using public office for private gain. They state they prefer Cleveland, declaring the charge clear and not willing to stay silent. The article notes unanimous voices and strong political stance amid the dispute.
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Tammany
Cleveland
Weadricka
New York
Fremont
Buchanan
Tillmore
Lincoln
Seymours
Ienor
Grant
Greeley
Tilden
Garfield
Guy
Blaine
Blaine Amid Impeachment Doubts and Free Trade Clash
The piece defends Blaine against impeachment claims and portrays him as a bold partisan in public life. It argues labor classes turn against free trade, warns that tariff repeal harms U S industry, and contends England benefits from American concessions. It cites supporters and critics, including Senator Earley and Judge Hoar, and notes Blaine’s nomination by Garfield.
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Mr. Curtin
Col. Codman
Blaine
Congress
United States
Joseph Earley
Connecticut
E. R. Hoar
Gartfield
United States Senate
Blaine Supporter Defends Republican Unity in Indiana Letter
An Indiana letter from B. F. Dow rebutts a Cleveland Hendricks claim and defends Blaine as the Republican choice. Dow cites tariff history, American System founder Henry Clay, and Civil War era politics to argue for a strong GOP and warns that Democratic calls for change would ruin the party’s record. He asserts New York will vote heavily for Blaine, and he clarifies he does not speak for Blythe.
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Prro
Ind
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Blythe
Cleveland
Endricks
Mains
Knight
Hendricks
Indianapolia Journal
Cinemati Enquirer
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Republic
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Confederation
G. W. Curtis
Gentemen
Blaine
Boggiam
Wit Cule
Wade
Peru
Mr. Blythe
Ming
Perz
Algor Owen nominatio n and northern Michigan support
In this political piece from Michigan, Gen. Alger appeals to northern farmers as his strongest base, arguing his wealth derives from a two dollar tariff tax on lumber and pledging broad statewide labor for his gubernatorial bid. The Roman Catholic bishop of Albany bans liquor at parish picnics to curb disorder and drunkenness.
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Alate
Michigan
Marehall
Stull
Geo. Alger
Gen. Alger
Alcons Co
Albany
Fragmented Prose and Ads from 1883 Scrapton Page
A jumble of quips and promotional blurbs appears including medical elixirs, misspellings and aphorisms. It mentions Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for ailments, Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy for bad drainage, and quotes from Miss F P Cobbe and alderman M L Bish. The text reflects era ads and misc readings with stray names and dates.
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M. L. Bish
Scrapton
Dr. Thomas
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