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Newspaper
Millheim Journal
Location
Millheim, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1886
Page
2
For Auditor General William J. Brennen of Allegheny. For Secretary of Internal Affairs J. Simpson Africa of Huntingdon. For Congressman at Large Maxwell Stevenson of Philadelphia. Democratic County Ticket.
The piece notes strong farmer support for a Black candidate while criticizing Republican figures who insult Black men. It also mentions a circulated Cuba hoax that sparked inquiry but was not confirmed by major papers.
Maine voters re elected Bodwell as governor by a reduced margin. Republicans won all four congressional districts and secured two thirds of the Legislature, with the state again sticking to its party colors.
TaxiNG highlights a tough race for the Republicans with threats from a growing Prohibition party expected to win over 50 000 votes. Beaver's store order record Col Norris Gettysburg speech and offended colored voter are cited as key obstacles to Beavers and boost Black's odds.
Bellefonte hosts the Republican county convention last week electing J. G. Love and G. G. Mattern for the Legislature, Geo. M. Boal for Prothonotary, J. H. Lichtenthaler for District Attorney, Jesse Cleaver for county surveyor, and endorsing Col. Jas. P. Coburn for congress. The piece notes Democratic opposition and mentions Philadelphia’s ward politics and Mr Gipson’s potential bid.
A Philadelphia colored voter committee denounces delays and slights by Republican officials at Quay headquarters. They claim the insult shows Republican ring leaders refuse colored men office but seek votes. They warn the November polls will decide if the colored vote stays with the party or shifts elsewhere.
The National Labor Tribune notes the Harrisburg convention marks a shift toward progressive, labor-friendly Democratic platform and ticket. It praises the selection of candidates, cites railroad and corporate reform as core issues, and credits the Democrats with labor-oriented gains rivaling the Greenback-Labor party.
An old advertisement urges preparedness for cholera and dysentery by carrying Curtis Carmelite Cordial. It claims a few drops can ease attacks, save a doctor’s fee, and ensure peace of mind. Refunds offered for dissatisfied buyers. Johnston & Co Philadelphia agents. sold by J Hisenhuth in Millheim Pa.
Miscellaneous notices report a Niagara Falls excursion train colliding with a local freight on the Nickel Plate road in New York, nine and thirteen injured, due to a misunderstanding of orders. Other items include deaths, medical testimonials, and fair exhibits coverage from Pittsburgh, Milton, and surrounding regions.
A vintage marketing couplet notes a child crying for Castoria then a mother clinging to Castoria and finally gifting Castoria to her own children, reflecting brand longevity across generations.
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