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Newspaper

The Abilene Reflector

Location

Abilene, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1886

Page

3

Vilas Denies Contemptible Stars Charges in Madison Speech

Postmaster-General Vilas explains his Madison visit and speech disputing press claims of campaign manipulation. He says he returned Sunday night and spoke briefly at the Democrat office, praising the President’s order on officeholders and denying any improper influence. He defends attending as a duty to public duties and confirms his support for an honest administration.

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Can He Reach Them Can Blaine Reconcile with Mugwumps

A Chicago Jewish opinion piece analyzes Blaine's possible 1888 candidacy and the Mugwump faction. It argues reconciliation is unlikely. Mugwumps oppose Blaine due to past conduct and risk their independent stance. It notes Phelps’ doubt and the fluid GOP loyalties amid factional divides.

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Editor Halstead’s Vivid US Politics Mirror

The Cincinnati editor is praised for fertile imagination in fiction and politics. The piece notes his wartime western writings and recent political takes, comparing them to the post election climate where Democratic opposition reshapes the House and President’s standing.

Murst Halstead Cincinnati Commercial Gazette

The Next President Will Be the Republican Nominee Says Cincinnati Enquirer

The Cincinnati Enquirer editorial argues the next president will be the Republican nominee. It lists 184 electoral votes for Republicans from Connecticut to Wisconsin, and 212 for Democrats from Alabama to West Virginia, totaling a Democratic lead of 28. It notes Minnesota and Connecticut could tilt the margin but prefers not to push the Republican tally.

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All of the Territories Becoming Democratic

The piece notes eight western territories electing Congressional delegates on national issues with five carried by Democrats. It cites Arizona Montana New Maxistasal Washington and Dakota elections, a Democrat gain in Idaho, and Voorhees's son expanding a Democratic majority. It comments on territorial admission delays and shifts in party strength amid a generally Democratic trend.

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Farm and Household Tips From Various Papers

A collage of domestic advice and recipes from Chicago Journal Toledo Blade and other papers covers beekeeping reminders plant care in winter cooking techniques like lemon honey celery sauce and white soup, plus simple kitchen meals and garden notes. It cites sources and offers practical hints for bees, fruit, jams, and baked goods.

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Market Reports Grain and Provisions Mixed US Prices

Market items from St Louis and Chicago show varied grain and livestock activity. Wheat and corn futures hold steady to firm. live cattle and hog prices range with steady to firm trends. butter eggs and dairy products show steady demand. Overall: mixed but active market conditions across grains provisions and livestock.

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Skye Crofters Show Grim Poverty Under Rate Writs

The Skye crofters face ruthless enforcement as sheriff officers and marines seize assets to cover unpaid rates. Affected households are largely aged, infirm, or poor, with poverty driving nonpayment. Critics urge relief funds and condemn the harsh method as pitiful government action.

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Indorsing notes blamed as ruinous practice by judge

Judge Waldo Brown denounces indorsing as fundamentally wrong and urges young men to study policy preventing signing notes. He explains indorsers bear full payment liability if makers fail, without management voice or profit share. The note carries risk of loss for indorsers regardless of outcomes.

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Fragmented ad copy on tonics and cures with varied claims

The passage lists multiple advertised remedies and products such as Prickly Ash Bitters and Glenn's Sulphur cures, with testimonials and fragmentary quotes. It reads like a collage of 19th century patent medicine language and sensational claims, including stamps for a guide book and a Buffalo medical association contact.

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