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Newspaper
The Grafton Eagle
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1884
Page
2
A fragmented clipping surveys cattle disease, and mentions a Chicago nomination, Blaine support in Berkeley County, a Democratic state convention at Charleston on April 16, and Chicago July 8. It notes Wheeling papers, a Tilden forecast, and debates on tax and elections with various local remarks.
A delegation of Youngstown iron workers testified before the House Ways and Means Committee in Washington opposing tariff cuts. They argued American laborers earn much more than English workers under free trade, citing living costs and home ownership differences. The speech contrasted English poverty with American wage and home ownership, and criticized England’s low wages and standards.
Broumont Virginia report says Senator Atkinson introduced a measure on federal election interference. It passed 19 ayes to none with Democrats in affirmative, granting powers to swear in as election judges witnesses if officials arrest them. The bill follows a U S Supreme Court Georgia election decision, signaling a warning to federal authority.
In an Atlanta Constitution interview on May 13, Mr. Tilden expressed opposition to the “old ticket” and discussed potential Democratic nominees. He praised Bloadly and Randall as capable figures and noted tariff Democrats would gain his influence. He urged West Virginia papers to choose between the old ticket and free trade positions.
Missouri hold Republican State convention to elect delegates for the National Republican Convention in Sedalia on April 9. Democratic State convention to nominate officers and delegates to the National Democratic convention in Little Rock on June 25. West Virginia Democrat State convention to defeat delegates to the National Democratic convention in Charleston on April 16. Republican State convention in West Virginia to choose four delegates for the National convention in Chicago is noted.
A contentious editorial criticizes state tax laws and Governor and Auditor directives, urging lawful compliance while opposing the act of 1881 on property exemptions. Discussion questions the Court of Appeals stance and contemplates grand jury instruction, urging restraint and caution amid likely litigation. References to Chesapeake & Ohio Railroad Miller, Judge instructions, and assessor actions are included.
The Wool Growers convention met at the McClure House in Wheeling and, though mainly Democrats, urged a protective tariff to support American industries and labor. They resolved to press Congress to advocate and vote for a higher wool tariff to foster state interests.
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