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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1884
Page
2
About 150 of 380 delegates have arrived for the New York state Democratic convention with the rest expected by afternoon. Debates center on Cleveland versus Flower support and the unit rule, with Tammany and Kelly's influence shaping tonight's state committee discussions.
Samouet J. Tien informs the Associated Press that he declines the nomination for President and wishes to retire from public life after a full career, preferring rest to the duties of a vigorous campaign and four years of administrative work.
The piece recalls the Cameron dynasty in Pennsylvania politics, its control of patronage under Grant and Hayes, and Blaine’s role. It analyzes how Blaine’s stance toward Stewart and Beaver could reshape the Cameron machine if Blaine wins, with potential shifts in administration backing and the Senate seat. It cites Sunbury as the source location.
The platform is described as shaky and uncertain. concern mounts that the Republican stance may falter before Blaine and Logan win election.
Massachusetts Republicans stage a strong movement against the Blaine ticket signaling deep party opposition. They show clear displeasure toward the portrayed candidate and seek to rally voters with a decisive stance.
A June 13 Boston gathering of independents and many Republicans and Democrats launches a new anti Blaine and Logan movement. Col. Codman leads a 100 member executive committee with a 25 member delegation to New York and a convention planned post Democratic nominee. Letters from supporters were read.
Washington June 11 the house appropriations committee adopted an amendment to the general deficiency bill by a party vote of six to eight It forbids senators representatives delegates and all federal officers and employees or any contractor from giving money or valuables to promote political objects Violation is a misdemeanor with fines up to 5000 or imprisonment up to three years or both at the court's discretion
Via Galveston June 12 newspapers discuss Blaine. La Libertad an anti American paper hopes for his election arguing Mexico fears a friendly president more than an avowedly hostile one and prefers wary dealings over close ties with supposed friends.
Reading Pa native Hiester Clymer died at his residence after a sudden apoplexy on June 12. Born December 8, 1827, he studied at Princeton and began law practice in Reading. A Democrat leader in the state senate and a long-serving congressman, he married late in life and left no children. His career included leading roles in 1860 76 and 78 congressional delegations and his push on Belknap's case drew national attention.
Walker Township residents announce J J Gramley a farmer and Democrat as the best choice for county treasurer. The letter, dated June 19 1884, praises his service in township offices and urges fair convention support from Walker and nearby communities.
The Washington letter argues the 1884 campaign will be noisy and dirty, blaming Republicans for mudslinging and praising Blaine as the strongest nominee. It condemns tariff delays, Porter case folly, and slow river harbor work, and highlights railroad growth and enormous capital versus government spending. It ends with Peterson’s Magazine July preview and worm powder recommendations from Philadelphia druggists.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children. It claims instant relief from crying and pain, cures dysentery and diarrhoea, regulates the stomach and bowels, soothes gums, reduces inflammation, and energizes the system. Sold by druggists worldwide at 25 cents a bottle.
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