The Express on City Papers and Public Taste
A critique of newspaper prose and “inch paying” submissions, noting reporters’ style, English usage, and the exploitative pay system. It also covers Stoddard’s removal, press freedom debates, and a planned Broadway barber shop catering to women, reflecting urban sensationalism and public taste.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Express
Daily
Comic Weekly
City Journal
Dellare
Wall
William Streets
Stoddard
Broadway
Notable South Bend Touts Colfax Roots and Town Growth
Notes from a Rambler describes South Bend Indiana as a busy town on the Michigan Southern line, home of Vice President Colfax, former St. Joseph Valley Register editor. It notes a neat frame house and growing population around 12,000, county seat of St. Joseph, and local pride in Colfax’s early career.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph
Cincinnati Times
South Bend
Ind
Chicago
Michigan Southern
Indiana
Sdle
South Bend region and Notre Dame noted in 19th century sketch
A historical sketch describes South Bend and nearby settlements along the St. Joseph River, mentioning Dennison now part of South Bend, hydraulic water rights, early industry, Notre Dame founded in 1832, St Marys Academy, and local churches. It notes Mishawaka’s growth, a harbor, and the Notre Dame bells, with reference to La Salle’s 17th century explorations and a contrast to later regional development.
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St. Joseph
New York State
John van Baa
le Ae
Dennison
South Bend
T Hydraulic Com
New England
Catinest
Manufa Punerous
Sey Aero Implement
Gethaker Carriage Factory
Lee Ee
University of Notre Dame
Father Badin
Indiana
D. Holmes
St. Mary’s Academy
Oteamengene Vely
St. Patrick Select School
St. J River
Wilbur F
Mishawak
Mishawaka
Notre Dame
France
United Beates
Lake Michi
la Salle
Novel Court Scene Sets First Female Judicial Proceedings
The trial, presided by Mrs E Morris, drew a crowded audience in Wy oming, described as dignified and proper, marking a historic moment as a woman led court. The report notes strong interest in the case and praises the new official's conduct, though it questions the case's party interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Wind Uncovers Ancient Vessels Hidden Beneath Dirt
A recent wind revealed several vessels buried under dirt in a wooded site. The objects appear largely intact and made of a metallic material. Local researchers say the find could shed light on historical trade and shipbuilding in the region. Further analysis is planned to confirm origins and dating.
National Theater reels with Not Guilty and new acts
The National Theater presents the new sensation play Not Guilty and introduces onstage costumes and effects tied to a wartime theme. Tonight the venue closes for a thorough rehearsal as Woon's Theater reaffirms Emmett's engagement for the week with his glee performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Theater
Woon'’s
Emmett
Union Daily Prayer-Meeting at Second Presbyterian Church
The well attended service opened with singing, Scripture reading, and fervent prayer led by Mr Mowry Thorne. Prayers followed for Cumminsville and others, with exhortations to both prayer and action, closing with a final hymn and notice of tomorrow’s conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Second Presbyterian Church
Mowry Thorne
Jesus
Cumminsville
Mr. Taylor
Sixth Presbyterian Church
Seventeenth Ward
J.J. Thompson
Park Street M. E
Association
Second Meeting Sees Steady Interest in Savior
Reading from a historical account notes a second gathering where many seek the Savior. The earnest spiritual concern persists as the work of grace continues with broad reach and intensity.
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Mar R
Turner Hall Event Promises Evening of Fun and Music
A local society plans a two night gathering at Turner Hall featuring a piers and diverting amusements for attendees. Residents are invited to join the event and enjoy a lively program.
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P. Society
Turner
Inquiries Over Local Tax and School Board Actions
Residents question municipal tax decisions linked to the School Board and attorney fees in a Bible-related case. They note controversy surrounding Rev. Vickers and committee members, suspecting political maneuvering to influence upcoming elections and anti- items in local caucuses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker
Vickers
Supreme Court
Newport jury verdict cuts damages in breach case
The Lewis-Abbott breach of promise trial ended Saturday with a verdict for $5,000 damages, reduced as excessive to $3,000 by the court. The defendant plans to appeal. A Democratic City Ticket was nominated at the courthouse convention with Wilson for President, Morin for City Treasurer, Geisler for City Jailer, and Lindsey for City Engineer, among others. The Republican convention was to be held at the courthouse that night. A rolling 750,000 feet of lumber was to be available as rebuilding resumes, aiming to restore operations by mid-April.
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Lewis-Abbott
Court of Appeals
I Bane Ty
President City
Pp. H. Wilson
City Et Dian
H. Morin
City Treas- Deitz
Urer
J . Geisler
City
J. P. . Fection
Gety
Taney Lindsey
Cit
Pr. EL HT
Ornton
Ieee
Wherfmaster
John. M
Mr. Case
J.P
Covington Grocery Robbery at Snyder Store Reported
In Covington the grocery store of Janes P. Snyder in Ky was broken into and robbed. Thieves carried off six gallons of whisky and sugar, with money missing. Two ministers, the Rev Mr Freer and Rev Mr Kellogg, are linked to local services and court proceedings amid county quarterly reports.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florexco
Janes P. Snyder Ee
Last Night Dispatches from The News Telegraphic Summary
A volley of briefs from The News reports ongoing political strings in London and Washington. Notable items include Rucker of the Erie road not resigning amid broad postage cuts and emigration surges to the West. Navy yard reengagements, Chicago and Milwaukee incidents, and bills on interest rates, in addition to Cuban, Spanish, and Turkish affairs shaping a busy transatlantic scene.
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Des Ohio
Rucker
Erie Road
Columbus
Brooklygg Navy Yard
London Globe Theater
T House
Greenvales
Havana
DeRodas
Duke of Richmond
Bullock
Iti
Corgie
Washington
Napoleon
Treasury Department
San
cM&ed
Rome
Frankfort
Berlin
New York
Market National Bank
Montpensier
Teak
Spain
Milwaukee
Madison
Maine
James O'Neill
Buffalo
Cleveland
Ohio
Mangen
CIA
Odianapolia
Liverpool Mtn
Boston
Iran
John W. Gleason
Peatees
Jane Repre
Texas
Maine Senate
Utah
Kostar
Ear
Isadel A
Cincinnati
Tennessee
Jefferson E. Williams
Phila
Lance
Ge Vigne
T. Dewees
Carin
Dioneren Gyern
Fenian
Frankfor “ Ncea
Teaneues
Ohio Legislature Senate House actions and bills update
Ohio Legislature notes from February 26 detailing Senate appointments to the Soldiers' Home at Xenia, nomination confirmations, joint committees to visit the Soldiers' Orphans' Home, House appointments, and multiple bills introduced or postponed. Includes references to culverts, teachers' certificates, travel restrictions, and property taxation measures.
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Messrs. McKinney
Prophet
Cowan
Joint Committee On
Senate
Xenia
H. R
Messrs
van Vorhes
Aay Enocha
Bettleton
Williamson
Pars
Mower
H. B
Mr. Shaw
Ba Clermont
Mara
Erie
Curtim
Pte
Chase Bye
Conatinne H. B
Stanton
Broas Ao
Lbiien H. H
Teachers’ Institute
B of Public Works
Miami and Erie Canal
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Elm and Canal Streets
Trunks, Valises
McGuire's
Trunk Fels
Nashville
Constitutional Convention
Nasuviiwe
Saas
Conpo
Co Rec
Ctien
United States
General Assembly
Neeree
South Nashville
Frei
Raven
Maxwell House
Louisville Courier-Journal
Masonic Hall
Oreol
Wrens
Squire
E. Morris
South Pass News
Case
Jason
Pike's Music Hall
Salt Lake
Tritone
M.C. A
Pike's
John G Trinkner
Trinkner’s
Vine Street
Keakirman
Charles Kleve
John Yiperbard
Herman Heyne
William Backhins
Johns. Kahn, Jr
Chas. Faust
Fursheppel
Theo. Yer
Eoopties
Geterie Lilienthal
Dr.p. Fy
Ag Maurice Pohlmann
Kuisteky
Casper _Bremer
Charles Kuntz
Rei Oh Strauch
Frederick Ohler
Ae HH
Barris Rudolf
Bargheim
Joinville Reif
Frank Arand
Wm. Kalbfell
John. C. Buerckle
Wm. Mentzler
Gustav Ne
Berthold Meyer
Ain
Wen
Trinkneta Hall
Vinestenet
Douglass Lodg Ko L
Knigt Bender
Sr Hall
Sycamore Street
Newport
Rhine
Buckeye Ice Company
Incorpora
Hos Street
Perkins
Louisville and Cincinnati Railroad Company
Ware
Silver Palace
Con
Religious
Union Daily Prayer
Algague
Fred
Rex
Hill
Ine-Street Congregational Church
Covington
the News
Burligame
America
George Vanderpool
Manistee
Mich
Herbert Field
Sean White Field
Maur
Baltimore
Fens
Bisbop Coote
Ben
Union League Hall
Ers
California
Newman
Tridiane
Kansas
Harker
Lydia
Thom — Maton
Alex
Haven
Storey
Thor
Henderson
Ohio Legislature
Commars, O
Corey
Seneca
Aoe County
A. G. McBurney
Southern Lunatic Asylum
HOUSE
Py Bey Ata
Joan Clermont
POR BR
Rer
Peckin
Dental Offi Sa
Worth Street
Reamcovv
Nixon & CO
Walnut ST
COAL
Elm
J. Cc. DE
Insurance
Br. Wenn
Wabaleween
Western Insurance Company
FIICR
Jas. M
Coffin, Shays & CO
Shak Seas Aesle
Creinnati
Geo. McGregor
Pace Street
Bet
Ohi
Rankin
Works
Chean
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