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Newspaper
Warren Mail
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1884
Page
2
The piece traces Blaine from Eastward youth to editor, then to Maine Legislature in 1858, Speaker in 1860, Congress member for 14 years with three Speaker terms, Senate appointee and election, all by Republican acclamation. It argues his strong racing pace toward the Presidency.
The letter discusses Blaine supporters, noting many first vote advocates and active Blaine Democrat clubs in localities. It defends the Blaine Logan nomination against Ledger attacks and argues Republicans and Blaine Democrats grow, with a rising Blaine boom and large participant lists.
The article notes Senator Logan as the first Republican VP nominee since Andrew Johnson to have never been a widow. It recalls Colfax, Wheeler, and Arthur as widowers and states Blaine, Logan, Hayes, and Wheeler received nominations on Friday. It adds Logan lives in the same Washington house previously used by Wheeler at nomination.
Reverend Bistter Stupson of the M. E. church died last Wednesday the 18th. Born in Ohio in 1810, he graduated Meadville college and began preaching in 1833. He presided at the last Conference in Warren and his plain style and fervent eloquence left a lasting impression.
Gov Patterson announced last week the appointment of six state fishery commissioners. The appointees are Andrew M Spangler of Philadelphia, James Duffy of Lancaster County, Augustus Duncan of Franklin County, John Gray of Westmoreland County, Arthur Maginiss of Monroe County, and Harry Derr of Luzerne County.
The Cleveland Jerald resumes an old habit by placing Blaine and Logan names at the head of its column to inform readers of a notable feature. The practice reflects the paper's preference for clear, visible notices of key individuals.
The Tig Independent party of Boston visited the Independ ent party of New York City on Tuesday and together filled a sizable parlor. They will require less room in November.
The Troy Times declares Cleveland cannot carry New York against Blaine, arguing public opinion weighs him down as more is seen of him.
The Harrisburg Patriot report alleged Bill Kemble paid Blaine 7500 for a favorable ruling while Speaker. Kemble denies any dealings with Blaine and calls the claim a newspaper fabrication, noting he supported Hartranft, later Hayes, and worked on unpaid war claim legislation. He cites Curtin in the Senate and Randall and Boyer in the House.
The Chicago Tribune reprints Harper's Weekly May 13 1866 on the Cincinnati Convention eve, examining Blaine charges. Curtis excused opposition to Blaine. the piece cites Blaine denial and evidence, then cites Little Rock Fort Smith charges and Blaine rebuttal as strong and conclusive.
Republicans schedule primary meetings for June 28 to elect 72 congressional delegates for the convention. Return delegates will meet on June 30 to tally results. The campaign opened in Washington with speeches by Senators Sherman and Hawley and other national figures, praising their rival for the Chicago nomination over Mr Blaine.
The Boston Journal notes the Independent party forming after an Irish speaker proposed building a new jail from old materials and delaying demolition until completion. Mr Curtis commented in Chicago that he came as a Republican and left as one, casting doubt on evidence of his Republican loyalty.
The Delaware Democrats endorse a revenue tariff backed by Bayard and hold six votes in their convention. They predict only a modest boom, with remarks likening Massachusetts Republicans’ overconfidence to tall hay. A. A. Davis & Co. offers cheaper curtain poles and cornices for the spring trade.
Hon John A Logan and Senator Eugene Hale arrive by fast express at 3 15 pm cheered at stations. They will stay with Mr Blaine tonight then go to Ellsworth returning to Washington Wednesday. They plan to confer on the campaign and the letter of acceptance before the nomination info arrives. A large veteran turnout greets them at Blaine's residence. Ohio Georgia and West Virginia hold October state elections this year. Indiana votes in November.
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