Political candidacies in Columbus ward third and city offices
Isham Keith announces as independent candidate for councilman in the third ward. Alexander Kraning and William C. Abbott listed as candidates for City Treasurer, subject to Democratic primary. George W. Cooper named as candidate for Mayor, pending Democratic city primary. Also noted are local happenings: arrivals at Trade Palace, deaths, crimes, concerts, and civic activity in Columbus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jobh Burnett
Isham Keith
Alexander Kraning
Wiliam C. Abbott
Otc
George W. Cooper
Trade Palace
Hoosier Boy cultivator firm’s Rush county founder visits
Local notes report Mr M B Reeves of Rush county helping manufacture the Hoosier Boy cultivator. Charley Hubbard disputes a joke by ex sheriff Davis about K P trustees. Henry Davie eyes the strawberry market and hints at a festival. Candidates for municipal offices show activity implying a full primary vote. Presbyterian Church announces communion next Sabbath with sermon on The Resurrection of Christ. George Allison auditor of Brown County and Nashville visitors called Monday. Republicans plan to engage in city election, with faithful to meet at Stansifer’s. Local chatter warns fools on Sunday April 1. West Columbus pigeon shooting dispute may require three lawyers. Question raised about inviting Jeff Davig to the fair. Burglary convictions of Sater and Warren questioned by many. Mrs L C Arnold and Serson Addison, with student Reynolds from Bloomington, visited after attending Indianapolis oratorical contest.
Transfers of Real Estate Detail for Two Parcels
Elva A Pylea transfers 65 percent of acre 34 in section 1 town 10 range 4 to Joseph M Drybread for 82,200 dollars. William Zell transfers 40 acres in section 9 town range 7 to Wm Holland for 81,300 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elva A Pylea
Joseph M Drybread
William Zell
Wm Holland
Sharon church clears minister in 1877 inquiry
The Hawcreek Baptist Church committee report finds no substantiation of slanderous accusations against Rev. Hugh McCallip after an impartial inquiry dated February 23 1877. The church resolves to maintain his fellowship and piety, publishing the preamble and resolutions in several regional papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh McCallip
John T. Remy
William Powel
Hawcreek Baptist Church
Brethren
Wiliam PowEllt
Joan T. Remy
Hugh McCalip
Standard of
Chicago
Journal and Messenger of
Cincinnati
Sharon
Township reports mix of real estate, politics and local gossip
The town shows rising real estate activity while factional conflicts and internal audits draw attention. Tales of a treasurer’s deficit, court witnesses, and legal fees swirl with seasonal farming notes, a singing school, and local anecdotes about elections, timber, and a Walesboro girl.
Commencement Day Observed At No 4 And No 5 Schools
Reports detail commencement exercises at district No 4 on the 17th with a morning program of reading declamations and arithmetic and a substantial midday repast. No 5 held its exercises on March 27 under trustee A G Buchanan with head teacher Jacob Stucker and a generous dinner. the district’s schoolhouse praised as one of the best.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Hickey
A.G. Buchanan
Jacob Stucker
Nineveh Township
Reed
Morgan
Crackaway Items and Local Happenings
Cracking through sparse notes from Crackaway, items include mumps on the ram page, minor revival at the Kansas M E church, and few marriages. Died recently is Mrs. Wm Slidell after a severe illness. interred on the 22nd in Kansas. Teacher Hubbard resigns. Jos J Hickey to teach remainder. Daniel Rambo wed Mary Owens. Steven rumored to be in play. Depot excitement as Warner Scoot & Co seek No 7 at 9 56.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Slidell
Kansas
Warner, Scoot and Co
Driftwood Valley Turnpike Toll Case Charge to Jury
The case seeks toll for travel over the plaintiff's road. The charge is for the vehicle, not the occupant. If the driver traveled with a one horse vehicle over the road, the defendant owes two cents per mile unless already paid. The court explains settlement with Mr. Gant does not release defendant. If the defendant and Mr. Gant were joint owners, they are jointly liable. payment by one clears the suit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Gant
Gaunt
Gant
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Soren
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Hanover
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J. R. Monroe
The
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Madison
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Sandcreek Township
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Brown County
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Geo. W. Cooper
Alex Kraning
Sater
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Southern
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Davis Turnpike
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Beaton Philharmonic Club
Herod
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Miss Wiley
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Henry Cline
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Robert McKay
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Billy Davis
Davis
J. J. Irwin
Isaac Davin
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Indianapolis News
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J.d.igles
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Sater-Warren
Sweeney
M. B. Reeves
Rush County
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Harrison Township
Indianapolis
Commercial College
K. of P. Trustees
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Henry Davie
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Christ
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Stansifer
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Josephie
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Azalia
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T. A. Moore
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Charlie
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Mtema
Sam
Waynesville
Geo. T. Bivin
Rockcreek Township
Waynesvillian
James Barnhill
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Jos. J. Hickey
Mont. Wheatley
Ella Drybread
Ferry, Felpa and Falkner
Pond
Owens Church
Mary Owens
Steven
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J. Y. Allison
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Isaac W. Davin
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Gordon Larue
A. Helber
Fair Ground
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Boas
Henry Schnurs
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Jerry Wright
Bain’s
Kerr & Wright
Richmond
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Greenwood
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Hannah Smith
Jabelsmith
Singer Sewing Machines
IP. Watson & Co
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Thomas Te Geysie’s
J. F. Tormehlen
Mother Earth
J. F. Tarmehlen
Quaker Store
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Here & Wright
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Carruthers
Pallas Theater
Indiana
W. C. Hogue & Co
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George Carruthers
W. O. Hogue & Co
Gro Carruthels, Ag’t
T Star Cement
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Campbell
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Ag’t
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Costa Rica
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Henry Brockman
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Cedar
South America
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Bible House
New_York City
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