Republicans of Elkhart County Convene June Meeting
The Republicans of Elkhart County are invited to a mass convention at the Courthouse in Goshen on Wednesday June 10 at noon to nominate candidates for offices including Representative Clerk Auditor Treasurer Recorder Sheriff Coroner Surveyor Real Estate Appraiser and 2nd District Commissioner and to appoint delegates to the State convention and the joint Noble and Elkhart Counties convention. By order of the Committee W H Ellis chairman W M Starr secretary.
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Elkhart County
Court House
Goshen
Real Esstate
aJdolut
Noble and
Elkhart
W. H. Ellis
W. M. Starr
Local Republicans Name Candidates for Elkhart offices
The Elkhart Republican slate announces Orville T Chamberlains former 4th Indiana cavalry will seek Clerk of the Elkhart Circuit Court. The party also fields Thedddre FiGar Deputy as County Auditor and Thos H Pale for Clerk. G F Mann of Middlebury and Dr IA Woolverton of Olive Township pursue County Recorder nominations at Goshen on June 10 1874.
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Orville T
Elkhart County
Friends of
H. Pale
Elkhart
F.,mann
Middlebury
Elkhart Tickets Endorsed For Town Offices
An editorial endorses the ticket of John Cook Ward John McNaughton Ward Wm Gravit Ward H C Wright Ward H P Chapman Ward Stephen Parker for Treasurer Fred W Miller for Town Clerk W Knickerbocker for Assessor Michael Spangler for Elkhart voters. The note praises the slate as the town’s best choice, emphasizing candidates’ familiarity with residents and commitment to law and order.
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Ies
Cnet
John Cook
John McNaughton
Michael Spangler
Elkhart
Woolverton Seeks Recorder Post At County Convention
Dr. Woolverton has been a resident of Elkhart County for twenty one years and is described as a straight Republican who labors for the party. Olive township is claimed to be entitled to representation as the banner township in the convention race.
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Dr. Woolverton
Elkhart County
Olive
Banner Township
Michigan
Valparaiso Messenger Notes and Mishawaka Enterprise Mention
The Valparaiso Messenger hints editors may be Grangers and praises the South Bend Tribune for daily visits. It highlights Mishawaka’s Liinterprise as an enterprising institution and notes Jernigan doing a commendable thing for local manufacturers.
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Valparaiso Messenger
Grangers
Mishawaka
Jernigan
Notable Boston Gun Over Veto Sparks Backlash In Brief
A historic note cites Boston firing a hundred guns after a currency bill veto amid sectional tensions. The piece warns against further war to quell strife and urges restraint until fall election returns are tallied. It criticizes liquor sellers for attacking a respected citizen with an unsustainable charge.
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Boston
The Caucus Nominates The Ticket In Open Public View
The article praises John G Manghermar as a worthy and well qualified candidate for Recorder. It notes the caucus openly announced the ticket in public prints, contrasting with secret opposition efforts, and endorses Manghermar as a good soldier and citizen ready for office.
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Netticoat
Colums
Candi- 28
John G. Manghermar
John
Ood
President Has Not Vetoed Finance Bill Yet
The president has not vetoed the finance bill that recently passed Congress. The act was expected to be decided soon and created an impression of potential political significance.
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Firat
Congress
Economy urged before elections and debt focus
The speaker argues against rushing convictions and favors delaying finance measures until after the elections. He suggests letting the issue rest while people tighten finances by living frugally and paying debts promptly.
Resolution ratifying People's Ticket for Elkhart officers
At a Friday ratification meeting Hon. M. F. Shuey moved a resolution unanimously adopted. The town approves the men named on the People's Ticket for municipal officers and pledges to use lawful means to aid their election for Elkhart.
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M. F. Shuey
Elkhart
Treasurer's Report to Hikkart Board of Trustees 1874
Treasurer H B Sarrwoon presents the 1874 receipts and expenditures for Corporation, Likeing, Special School Fund and Grace Lawn Cemetery. Highlights include bond activity, balance figures, arrearages and tax levy adequacy. 70 interments recorded at Grace Lawn Cemetery, down 27 from prior year.
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Board of Trustees of
Hikkart
GuntizxEx
Corp
Miller
Bexton
S.S
Gisking
Fire Department
Grace Lawn Cemetery
H. B. Sarrwoon
Pledges Cause Divisions Among Local Candidates
A fragmented report notes several men reject a pledge amid tensions in Indianapolis with debate over signing during the summer campaign. Candidates face pressure as some refuse while others comply.
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Indianapolis Sun
President’s Veto of Currency Bill Explained
Telegraphic note outlines the President’s veto and its rationale. It criticizes Congress for inadequate reserve provisions and cites potential remedies including supplemental legislation or a House alternative for free banking with changes. The message signals that the Senate bill is not accepted as is.
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Congress
Senate
Veto and offer sent to the President by New York group
An item notes discussions about a veto and the intention to send a message to the President with compliments from New York and New England. The aim is to show whether they stand as potential leaders in the nation, reflecting executive considerations in the Mansion.
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New
Women vote and campaign for temperance tickets across Illinois
A Northern city newspaper notes women at polls in Illinois supporting temperance candidates and later towns turning temperance. It cites Elkhart encouragement and Volinia Michigan where women near polls backed a $1,500 town house fund, carried by a 50 vote margin. The piece praises women for public interest despite stereotypes.
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Mlinois
Elkhart
Pratern
Ilinois
Volinia
Mich
South Bend Candidate Hashslinger Seeks City Treasurer Post
David Hashslinger of South Bend is a candidate for city treasurer. The text speculates his qualification may be his experience running a boarding house.
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David Hashslinger
South Bend
Local Tribune Proprietor Seeks City Clerk Post
Elias W. Hoover, a proprietor of the South Bend Tribune, campaigns for City Clerk. He has resided in South Bend for years, is connected with a journal that has fostered the city’s interests, and possesses the qualifications for office.
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Elias W. Hoover
South Bend
Examination of Teachers Under New School Law
The county superintendent bears the heavy duties under the new school law and must enforce fair licensing. Candidates travel from across the county seeking to answer questions for a teacher certificate. The examination covers eight branches and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a noon break, following the first come first served rule and strict timing.
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U. S
State education exam rules urged for better teachers
The State Board expands exam standards and asks Elkhart County teachers to adopt strict rules. It calls for questions on last Saturday, removal of aids, pen and ink writing, restricted question visibility, timed answers, and cleared desks. Moviry endorses the push for qualified teachers and notes gains in standards across states.
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Elkhart County
D. Moviry
Co. Sup
Temperance Reform Endorsement by Local Citizen Letter
An Ephor writes in support of the Woman's Crusade and temperance, arguing reforms should trump political prejudice. He notes the Union paper’s stance and refuses to renounce past politics, urging fair conduct and charity toward the editor while urging neutral involvement.
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Ephors Opservver
Union
Village notes and local campaigns in York area
The York House run by Chas. Smith is praised as clean and orderly. G F Mann of this place announces candidacy for Recorder before the Republican County nominating convention, highlighting his long county residency and Civil War service. Other items mention the atlas publication by Higgins Belden Co and local temperance activity.
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York House
Chas. Smith
G. F. Mann
Mann
Higgins, Belden & Co
Charley” Mathers
Temperance
Secretary's Annual Report Elkbart County Farmer Day 1874
Secretary's annual report notes Elkbart County farmer day held on the fourth. lists officers and proceedings.
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Elkbart
Temperance Fight Marked by Bitter Strife Across Towns
Notices describe temperance clashes from small towns to cities, noting Republican exposes, Credit Mobilier links, and strong anti liquor sentiment. The Goshen Democrat comments on rising temperance activism, while local ads promote Chamberlain salve and Bucklen products.
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