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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1886
Page
2
The Miltheim Journal notes Boston elected O’Brien a Democrat as mayor by a solid majority. Democrats also hold a clear three vote lead in the common council, while Governor-elect Beaver shows no hurry to fill distant offices, prompting careful expectations among seekers.
Twe trade reports show progressiveness and a quiet business pulse. Traders anticipate higher grain prices soon while iron markets hold firm and contracts for next season rise in frequency.
The secretary’s annual report notes twenty million dollars in supplies on hand at shipyards, largely new but deteriorated by decay and rust. The figures indicate gross extravagance and a strong push for reform under prior administrations.
A Tuesday night conference by Congressman Randall and supporters produced three propositions. They oppose Morrison bill deliberations, seek revenue reductions via repealing internal taxes, and push an immediate administrative tariff change separate from full revision. The aim is to ease the knotty tariff issue and revoke excess revenue taxes.
The Philadelphia Times notes improvements in Pennsylvania soldiers' orphan schools. Inspectors report excellent conditions including adequate bedding, bathing facilities, and food. Reforms stem from Governor Pattison's visits and General Wagner's rules, reducing profits for syndicate operators while benefiting the children.
Washington letter notes House under Democratic control accomplished some useful work yet stalled by size while tariff quarrels persist. Senator Merrill repeats his twenty year pitch for tariff, Senator Beck advocates radical duty cuts and quotes Manning Sherman and the Bible to press free or fair trade. Ohio senator replies by attacking the Democrats as Sherman pushes energetic, cautious leadership among Republicans.
The piece discusses Republican rivalries for the 1888 nomination, noting dislike for Sherman and Edmonds among aspirants while Democrats gain strength. It then shifts to tariff debates in Congress, with calls to reduce tariffs and debates over Morrison’s tax cuts, Hewitt’s customs reform, and proposed internal revenue changes on whiskey and tobacco.
Inmates at the Danville asylum watched the Mikado by Star Opera Company in the recreation hall last week. Physicians say the show diverted minds and could prove beneficial for the patients. Reports note the event drew the attention of about six hundred inmates.
A group of about thirty tramps entered Shenandoah and rioted in a saloon after being ejected for abusive language. Three men were fatally injured and two others are in a precarious condition. nine suspects were arrested and four jailed.
A Nebraska man asks the Interior Department for consent to marry Standing Bear’s daughter, a Carlisle-educated Sioux girl. The secretary notes the man may not live on the reservation, offering to help provide a home elsewhere while not blocking the marriage. The Interior Department withholds paternal blessing pending better plans. A medical ad and a holiday magazine offer follow.
Readable fragments describe a local event but lack names places dates or concrete actions. The text appears damaged with scattered letters making it impossible to identify involved persons organizations or outcomes.
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