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Newspaper
Sullivan Times
Location
Sullivan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1886
Page
2
Secretary of State Robert W. Miles of Monroe and Auditor Charles A. Munson of Alien are listed as state officials candidates.
Hon Jos E McDonald will address Sullivan on Friday October 29 in what is described as the last grand campaign rally in the county. The call goes out for Democrats to turnout and support his democratic platform including tariff and money questions.
The piece argues iron and coal workers in Pennsylvania earn less than workers in unprotected industries despite heavy protection. It challenges tariff supporters to explain the discrepancy and suggests a labor boycott figure may illuminate the issue.
County democratic gatherings draw strong crowds signaling broad comprehension of the campaign and a likely full vote on November 2. The Lamb rally at the Opera House drew more attendees than space allowed, with a major rally planned next Friday featuring Hon. Jos. E. McDonald four days before the election.
John T Beasley spoke at a Dana Vermilion county hall last Saturday evening. A good crowd of ladies Republicans and Democrats listened nearly an hour and a half. The address contained strong arguments and many Republicans praised it, saying it compared favorably with Mr Lambs. Beasley could win votes with broader county hearings.
Terre Haute Gazette claimed Johnston missed 89 of 89 roll calls and answered 63. Terre Haute Express counters with 170 answered and 80 missed, 19 pairs. The debate on congressional duty spans the nation, signaling political health.
The Baltimore Sun comments on Henry C George for mayor, praising the labor movement for forcing reform in candidate selection. It argues parties will be more careful choosing municipal leaders and rejects trading politicians as public saints, warning against ignorant, corrupt, and swindling office-holders.
The Cincinnati Post argues that Mugwumps proved voters will abandon a party over an improper nomination. The Greeley and Cleveland campaigns showed independent movements can matter, forcing conventions to favor unobjectionable candidates and eroding the idea that any party ticket will be accepted.
The Terre Haute Labor Lance, longtime silent on the contest, declares support for John E. Lamb two weeks before the election. It cites no committee pledge and states members must vote as individuals, arguing Lamb best serves laboring people in the district.
The 1880 census shows 886 137 men over 21 in New York City yet only 280 146 votes were cast in 1884. The New York Sun cites 40 000 foreigners eligible for naturalisation who never naturalise and says naturalised voters outnumber natives by over 40 000. It blames laziness and neglect among native and foreign residents to register or vote, especially among property holders to avoid jury duty and taxes.
The Week notes General Neal Dow and others concede Maine liquor traffic persists under Republican rule outside Portland. Prohibitionist voices report Bangor Belfast Lewiston Manchester and other towns ignore laws and many saloons remain active including twenty two on a single Manchester block.
The piece argues that old boys and old girls hypocritically meddle in the lives of young people. It contends their bad example fuels the wild oats among youth while urging the elders to reform. It stresses that virtuous living by older generations would curb youth missteps.
A dated notice in Indianapolis requests that when a precinct inspector is Democrat a Republican selects the judge and clerk, and vice versa for Republican inspectors. Signed by James N. Huston and leaders of both parties, the document urges faithful execution and notes a local boot seller advertisement at the end.
The Chicago stock yards strike collapsed as workers at a mass meeting in Germania Hall agreed to return to ten hour shifts under packers terms. Barry and Butler with the Knights of Labor issued instruction for surrender to avoid armed protection and scab replacement, and Armour & Co. pledged to rehire old employees first, with new workers kept only if skilled.
The piece surveys Harvard College founded 1636, noting its 250th anniversary marked by traditions and buildings. It recalls the Mayflower voyage, early student life, college hazing origins, and Harvard Hall's roles as dining hall chapel and library, with 150 governing members among 1,000 students.
A notice states personal property of the late Samson Shakter will be sold at a sale on a specified date. The document provides limited readable details about the execution and venue of the sale.
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