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Newspaper

Columbus Democrat

Location

Columbus, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1877

Page

3

Rumors of a Daily Float and Local Hustle in Hayes Addition

Reports note a Republican plan to place a daily afloat amid Hayes addition growth. Amid town chatter, many residents with money seek takers and locals discuss upcoming speeches, new county offices, and recent social events including a ball at Meennerchor Hall and a dramatic benefit for Miss Effie Critchfield.

Nething Pallas Theater Effie Critchfield Nan Joe Critchfield

Pleasant Affair Marks Frank Everroad Birthday in Clay Township

An 1877 Democrat item recalls a birthday celebration at William Everroad's Clay township home for his son Frank then twenty one. About fifty guests enjoyed an elaborate supper prepared by local young women, with music from the Newbern string band and hearty toasts. The piece also reports donor lists and relief subscription notes for Mr. John Talkington, including names and contributions from local residents.

William Everroad Clay Township Frank Newbern Frarrock John Talkington E. W. McAshian Talkington M. Dennison

Hartsville Social Scene and City Notes

Serenading grows as a popular amusement in Hartsville where two lawyers three doctors and about twenty preachers live The city boasts a musical environment with multiple organs and five music teachers Misses Vaught and Sweet from Elizabethtown enliven the town and Hartsville Lodge F A M held its first meeting since receiving its charter on the 22nd ultimo About seventy five University students attended and Jim Galbreth traveled to Columbus with friends who wonder if he joined the Ancient Maidens Reform Society

Madison Star Star Washington Street Columbus Hartsville Jim Galbreth Ancient Maidens Reform Society

Bear Creek Items and Local Happenings

Bear Creek notes report farmers at the state fair and good school attendance in the township. John Wright and Conrad Friedersdorff saw Kentucky gals at Madison. Rev. Lathrop preached at Mt Olivet and was returned to the charge. Jesse Chaille began school at Pea Ridge. Wool Growers’ Association formed. Mr Wynn adds a $50 cowhorse. A Cupid and Vulcan incident adds a new son-in-law for a blacksmith. The shanty at Jones and Stucky mill burned. no insurance. W B Davis heads for Colorado for health. Modoc disputes threaten lawsuits over road travel and distance claims. Trustee and John Sam visible in renting and farming notes.

John Wright Conrad Friedersdorff Madison Fair John Kentucky Lathrop Mt. Olivet Jesse V. Chaille Bear Creek Pea Ridge Jennings Co J. W Jennings James Wynn Wynn Wool Growers’ Association Jones and Stucky W. B. Davis Colorado McIntosh Chandler

Township turmoil and legal wrangles across Esqr Rowe Wakefield

The column recounts ongoing court actions and muddled finances in Esqr Rowe Wakefield area. It notes a one dollar injustice in a land case, plans to pay one third of owed township funds, and possible future revelations between a key-hole spy and a litigant. It also mentions the town treasurer, a five hundred dollar deficit, local clerical movements, and community notices.

Esqr Rowe Wakefield Supreme Court of the United States North Carolina

Madison Young Man Seeks Funds To Pay Saloon Bill

A local youth plans to join the red ribbons once he can raise money to cover a saloon bill. Reports from Pendleton and Waverly note fatal and serious injuries in separate racing and train incidents.

Madison Red Ribbons John Hershberger Pendleton G. W. Slaughter Waverly

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