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Newspaper
The Alma Record
Location
Alma, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1888
Page
8
Fragmented OCR presents a wave of campaign chatter for Benjamin F. Starrison and Etta in New Yorks GOP district race. Mentions anti education stance, Red White and Republican rally, November election, protests by car ballots, and calls for Onward. Mentions Hawkins and other figures in a charged, uncertain tone.
A fragmented report notes that all Michigan Democratic Congressmen supported the Mids tariff bill while a Republican from Chile opposed it. The piece mocks civil service reformers and cites voter memory of records, claiming disgust among Democrats with reforms and a hostile stance toward civil service integrity.
A garbled historical fragment discusses Gen Fisk CT Li and the Laterest of tie Would the Wy 0' Cleveland te Gen Haprisen nit, pondering personal tutelage and who should oversee the destinies of the nation. The legible phrases hint at leadership and authority without clear context or outcome.
Fragmentary remarks insult the Mursident and his handling of civil service. The writer jokes about rivals and mocks political resilience, suggesting even Mr. Cleveland would be unable to avoid harsh scrutiny. The tone is satirical and dismissive of official competence.
A garbled report presents a terse claim about political conflict, mentioning Lamon 4 Ners and Yeely. It asserts a clash between trade protection and broader electoral contention, framed as a summary of opposing sides’ statements without clear context.
fragmented text discusses Burt gaining publican votes and Mel losing democratic support. It mentions self-respecting democrats and free traders considering voting straight Republican or a Protectionist choice. References Governor Luce Lane and a “sneak” Republican not preferred.
A garbled item discusses Whiting and Democratic support in Michigan. It mentions assurances, temperament, and a claim to be a Green-tucker, with possible political endorsements and questions about authorization before confirming details.
The grand old poet Whittier weighs in on the political scene praising the Republican National Convention choice of Harrison and Morton in Chicago. He argues the ticket would uphold protection for American industry and labor and advance equal rights under the constitution, signaling a forward political stance.
A distorted report traces a political rivalry between two millionaires leading the state ticket. Hartley Breen aims to influence working men’s votes against Tip Aplin while Moriirs money and Cooper are cited as trying to sway or divide labor support.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses politics and trade policy with references to Mills DUL and protected markets. It mentions 1 percent duty on cleaned rice and protectionist stances for Southern ware and sugar, while Northern industries may adjust independently. Entities include Mills and Southern regions.
The piece argues that tariffs protect Michigan salt and keep workers employed. It questions the idea that imported salt is cheaper and warns that removing protection would raise prices and hurt the local salt industry, urging readers to consider long-term costs.
The letter argues that many prominent Democrats across the country are bolting the party over tariff policy. It claims free trade undermines American labor by allowing foreign competition, notes workingmen’s fear of wage suppression, and says protectionist policies historically shielded American industry and jobs. It frames the shift as a move toward a Republican protection stance.
The speech lauds a level headed Republican, calling him a true party veteran aligned with Lincoln and Grant era values. It emphasizes steady leadership, unity, and adherence to fundamental principles guiding the campaign.
Sumner notes report Myrtie Butler convalescent after illness. A long discussed town ditch project is now a sure thing. Local rail plans appear abandoned. Mrs Harris recovering from a fall. B A Helzer returned from a Southern trip with an enjoyable time. Moss Back.
Mr Aldrich completes wall for new house as Miss Hattie Courter and Miss Nettie Courter visit St. Louis. Mr G I Allis hosts Levi Smith from Thudson Lenawee. Alex Wi and family with Nellie Browers Alton Wiley and families join Walter Barrick and others for Crystal Lake recreation last weekend.
Mrs Crosby of Chicago visits her aunt Mrs King in Parkinson while Miss Perl Chadwick of Alma stays with Edith Doane. Local boys form a baseball club, with plans for another game next Saturday. Miss Frankie Mudge travels to Chicago to pursue music studies. Parkinson M E church holds weekly holiness meetings and a Sabbath School concert drew a large crowd. The Joseph Tedrow team caused disruption at church services but no one was hurt.
The Gratiot county Republicans met at Tihaes on August 2 to elect delegates to State Congressional and Senatorial conventions. Named were Robert Smith Darius Rel James L Clark P M Vand eck W E Moble A Th Darragh W Watson J L Dotts K S Searles Burgess Tall T W Sandal and others for the State. Burgess Ma IL Ewell FLIL Cook Geo Woma D K Stickies WB Strong L J Walf ord Geo P Stone TL B Scattergood E B Green John Shultz Geo Muff man for the Congressional party. Senatorial delegates included W Gililings Cage Wood Geo Coleman T A Handley James Dancan A L Wight A J Hafield G Hoskins J L Potts C T Moore Geo McCurray W Wagner Geo W Brown Phillip Fritz N Bradley.
Gratiot Oo and Emerson Grange plan an August gathering with morning exercises and an afternoon program including speeches and discussions. Notable speakers include representatives from Wright College and Liberty Master, with a public meeting for nonmembers and farmers in the Gratiot County area, inviting attendance and discussion on farm programs and association topics.
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