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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1884
Page
2
A fragmentary OCR list names individuals including John Slavin Wad Broadhead and Richard Rahn among others. The legible items suggest a civic or organizational roster but no clear action, date, or context is discernible from the readable text.
The piece lists a broad set of Independent and Republican journals openly opposing Blaine including New York Times New York Herald Harper's Weekly Puck Evening Telegram Brooklyn Union and many others. It notes only the Tribune in New York supports Blaine, while other papers doubt his chances and question the party’s unity. The New York Nation is cited.
The New York banking house Martuen, Morgan & Sons announces suspension of operations, signaling a pause in its financial activities and pending management decision. The move raises concerns among clients and creditors regarding deposit handling and asset liquidation timelines.
The article analyzes Blaine's path to the presidency from Chicago to November, noting Cleveland's probable nomination makes New York a hurdle. It lists electoral votes by region and shows Democrats needing 201 votes to win, with Southern states totaling 153, New York 37, Indiana 15, New Jersey 9, Connecticut 6, Wisconsin 11, Massachusetts 14, and Ohio 23.
The Bellefonte Watchman advised Democratic readers several weeks ago not to depend on Republican discontent in the upcoming election but to put forth their best efforts to win the battle. The paper urges Democrats to heed this guidance and act accordingly.
General Davis outlines a platform in his acceptance letter for Congressman at Large emphasizing the enduring virtues of Democracy. He recalls the spirit of past era and pledges to uphold the principles celebrated by the party's historic soldiers.
The Republican National Convention committee notified Hon. James G Blaine of his nomination on Saturday June 21 at his Augusta Maine home. The ceremonies were discreet with little enthusiasm displayed.
Last week state conventions in New York Michigan Georgia and Colorado endorsed Grover Cleveland Reform Governor of New York as the party's candidate to lead the Democratic ticket to victory in November.
The article questions why papers would highlight an independent movement in Massachusetts and New York if it is so unimportant, arguing that news outlets do not treat minor matters with special mention.
Democratic papers ease burden by showing the Republicans negative side while anti Blaine papers do the job effectively.
After a protracted illness, William Alexander Charles Henry Fredrick, Prince of Orange and heir to the throne of the Netherlands, died on Saturday, June 21, in his thirty fourth year.
Smear aimed at Henry, Clay, and Blaine followed several failed attempts as party leaders chose a nominee amid near term doubts about a GOP victory.
Karu Schwurz's German republican organ the Western Post declares Blaine's nomination a national misfortune in a pointed political critique.
A Philadelphia Times editorial asserts the Cleveland boom has staying power. It argues the growth is real and durable, reflecting broader economic momentum and lasting prospects for the city.
By all appearances it will be Cleveland and McDonald. The note hints at their prominence in the situation and suggests their involvement or relevance to the unfolding event.
The Independent Republican Committee, named by George Wm Curtis, chose Curtis as chairman. A circulated protest document opposes Blaine and Logan and urges signing to join Republicans and independents for a conference after the Democratic national convention to consider further action for clean honest politics and responsive candidates.
The Democrats now hold three fifths of states and again a House majority after the war. The party favors conservatism and economy in governance, facing financial strains and Western repudiation pressures during its periods in power.
The passage argues that bipartisan cooperation saved major financial measures after the resumption of specie payments. It says the Democratic party is criticized for timidity but praises its leaders for conduct during the 1877 electoral count dispute, deeming their actions worthy of historical praise.
The Chicago Local Committee of Arrangements plans to rearrange Convention Hall to seat 20 000 and enlarge press accommodations. Local managers expect larger outside attendance than at the Republican Convention. Democratic political clubs nationwide plan to attend.
In Sedalia Missouri a letter from seventy five leading Democratic editors outlines state sentiment. About three quarters support Cleveland for president, ten favor Bayard, and the rest variously scatter. Most believe Tilden declines the race, though one editor supports him forever. For vice president readers favor McDonald with several names named as possible running mates.
The Republican revolt report lists a long appointed committee from independents and republicans to organize an independent party. Members include Geo. W. Curtis Carl Schurz Stephen P. Nash Francis C. Barlow and many others.
The Washington Letter argues the Democratic nominee will win in 1884, with Chicago nominating Cleveland or a NY compromise candidate. It criticizes John Logan for a corrupt patronage record and questions his fitness for leadership, noting his influence across the Northwest and G A R. The piece notes a Senate disturbance led by Ingalls of Kansas.
The article discusses Ingalls and Father Brown of Georgia with Ingalls accused of cheap notoriety. It notes Brown’s age shielding him from insult and questions a possible July adjournment as Congress may push Senate business or wait for the Democratic Convention to avoid extra campaign speeches in the Record.
A westbound report details an eastbound Burlington and Missouri River train derailment near a bridge after rails were sabotaged. The engine car tender and passenger cars were wrecked with about thirty injuries. Separate dispatches describe a massive fire in Philadelphia destroying seventeen tenement houses and thousands in property, with Hungarian and other families affected.
The article highlights John Kerstetter Jr as an experienced carpenter who handles special jobs with expertise in plans specifications and drawings plus practical work. It notes customers receive high quality work at low prices and emphasizes trust in his reliability for projects in the trade. It also contains a promotional endorsement for McDonalds Celebrated Worm Powders by pharmacists in Philadelphia with money back guarantee.
Advertises live energetic agents nationwide to sell a merit patent article with exclusive county sales rights. Claims high profits, 100 plus percent, no competition, 30 day trial with a $100 minimum. refunds for unsold goods. Seeks agents and sub-agents, requests names and addresses of potential sellers, and urges immediate response with three one cent stamps.
Auction notice describing multiple parcels: No1 a 2-acre tract with dwelling and orchards, No2 six acres near Woodward on the Coburn road with water features, and No3 an undivided half interest in a one-acre plot with young apple trees. Terms require 10 percent down, half on confirmation, balance in one year secured by mortgage. Administrator J L KREAMER oversees sale.
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