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Newspaper
The Grafton Eagle
Location
Grafton, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1884
Page
2
The article surveys 1882 83 taxation raises and a looming 150 000 deficit for 1884 despite higher real estate valuations. It contrasts sheriff tax bills with state debt needs and cites a table of county values. It also critiques Wilson and Maxwell in a wartime political feud, noting party splits and assessor actions.
The column argues Republicans should vote for Republican candidates to redeem the state and oppose duplicity. It criticizes “fresh young things” for deserting Blaine and praises Windy Wilson’s speeches in Philippi. It questions political honesty among those who shift loyalties for expediency.
In Monzen county the legislature member facing eligibility doubts withdraws from the presidential ticket and J T Janey of Berkeley county is substituted by the Executive Committee. Janey, a labor candidate, joins the effort to elect the full electoral slate.
The piece notes Maine’s last Monday election produced a strong Republican showing with a large majority, and discusses candidates for Clerk of the Circuit Court, J S Te and others. It compares Maine to Arkansas on prohibition votes, cites Democratic reactions, independent committees, and mentions figures like George William Curtis and M Cochran, A Armstrong, and Windy Wilson. It critiques the Democratic convention, party loyalties, and the importance of qualified court officials.
The correspondence quotes Grover Cleveland's uncle William Allyn recalling the future president's early Buffalo days, his stay with a law firm, and his political loyalties. The letter questions Cleveland’s character, noting a possible child and defense of Democratic ties while contrasting with wartime allowances and politics. It mentions other political figures such as Gibson, Willis Wilson, and Eustace Gibson in debates over extra pay for service in Wheeling.
The piece notes a dramatic Maine result and cites reactions from national figures, including criticism of political backers. It references Cleveland and Hendricks clubs praising Jefferson Davis and the Confederacy, reflecting heated postwar sentiments and debates on free trade and national direction.
Partial OCR reveals a property foreclosure and sale notice detailing real estate in Crattinn town, Grafton, and Owen Fmniks heirs. It lists court actions, dates in September and October, and requires all interested parties to attend adjournments and claims, with likely references to a sheriff sale and administrator roles.
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