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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1875
Page
2
Snippet from Elkhart Observer mentions a 115 year old woman, editorials on Andrew Johnson seat, Governor Yendricks, and various Indiana and national references. It blends brief society items with political and editorial jabs, including the Pope not authorizing prayers for the French Republic and temperance canvassing worries among union editors.
General Sherman said in St Paul that the stirring times of 1861 to 1865 fade from civilian memory but remain vivid to soldiers. He insisted the fallen bilindy characters are not erased by life’s trials and time, remaining green in memory.
The text claims Grant's administration fulfilled pledges with no opposition criticism. It extols appointments as excellent and lauds Bristow and supporters for attacking whisky ring critics, highlighting figures Bristow Jowell and Pierre Pont as examples of praised officials.
The piece contrasts hostile treatment of Cooke and Henry Clews with silence on Duncan and Sherman, accusing the latter of Democratic sympathy with the South and speculating in cotton under a banking guise. It argues the Republican party bears no responsibility for their downfall.
The Ohio campaign shows strong Republican momentum with a popular standard bearer, a solid platform, and capable speakers. They forced Democrats to clarify stances on the school question, a move likely uncomfortable for Catholics and the party.
In Indianapolis Judge Kelley faces a critic asking how to put money into the hands of the poor. Kelley dodges with a quip about needing a dry undershirt, a line cited as a dull joke by some and a possible poetry aside.
The piece notes Jeff Davis choosing not to visit Rockford HI as farmers manufacturers and societies oppose his presence. It argues Davis would draw more people away from the fair than to it and suggests northern audiences would gain little from his agricultural or political remarks. It ends with Davis' promise of no more public speaking.
While riding a heavy Michigan Southern train from Toledo Bennett read the Toledo Blade when the Canada Southern switch failed at Blissfield. The locomotive jumped the track and Bennett, observing the incident, exclaimed that the runaway engine might be his own. He was proved correct.
The writer argues Democratic editors despise soldiers from the Civil War and oppose a reunion for Union veterans in the state. They accuse editors of hostility to veterans and inciting conflict between officers and enlisted men, but veterans know each other and seek reconciliation.
City residents regret the collapse of talks between Clark Lane and Beeson interests of Niles Michigan over changing the Elkhart river channel. Lane abandons plans for a new dam driven park project, urging local business leaders to resolve obstacles and push immediate completion of the venture for the city’s benefit.
Rev Albert Barnes extols the power of the press to advance a great purpose. The piece recalls Sen Morton’s Urbana Ohio address, noting how leading western papers carried his speech and the press spread its truths across millions.
The Goshen Democrat disapproves of the Indiana soldiers grand reunion announced for fall in Indianapolis. The editorial mocks the discharge in pocket rhetoric and notes opposition to the event.
The Good Templars held a Sunday picnic at Island Park with Silver Jornet Band and a strong speaking program led by J. J. Talbott. Delegations from Laporte South Bend Mishawaka Osceola and Goshen attended while weather was perfect and guests enjoyed dancing and refreshments despite late departures and a missed special train.
In Garrett City on July 20 a boy named Quincy Garrett Richhard and a girl named Indiana Garrett Quigley were christened, the first births in the embryo city. A Methodist minister led the ceremony with two stands for families and leaders, silver cups and spoons presented, speeches by Mr. Cowan and Penfiela, a free hotel supper, a dance, and an extra train from Auburn.
The Union editor laments temperance supporters urging youths to shun alcohol and warns against pressuring drunks toward sobriety. He notes liquor sellers also dislike efforts by law abiding citizens to curb the liquor traffic and reduce crime and poverty.
The International Review is a bi monthly publication by A. S. Barnes & Co New York. It addresses literary scientific social and political questions without sect or party. Contributing writers are noted as among the ablest in the world. Subscriptions cost five dollars postpaid to any US post office.
A Plymouth Afagnet questions the logic behind scaling expense with disproportionate costs, asking what purpose a 50 cent device serves when the animal it fits costs only 2 cents. The remark critiqued pricing or value standards in the local press.
The Elkhart Observer notes Senator Morton delivered a forceful speech in Urbana Ohio last Saturday causing Democrats to stagger. The Logansport Star asks who this senator is and directs readers to the Indianapolis Journal for details.
At a recent Indianapolis meeting of the Indiana Soldiers' Reunion committee, it was resolved that all 1812 and Mexican War soldiers residing in Indiana and all veterans who served from other states are invited to participate in the reunion on October 14 and 15.
A group of unruly Elkhart youths visited Mishawaka causing trouble by occupying door yards and stealing apples. They traveled on a hand car along the railroad and claimed a three week absence from home. they should have been arrested according to the Mishawaka Enterprise report.
Lulu won against Goldsmith Maid on Saturday in Rochester with a best time of 2 minutes 15⅜ seconds. In other notes, the Chicago massacre anniversary is marked, President visits Fairport for a Sunday school convention, Moody and Sankey arrive in New York, former South Carolina treasurer Parker is rearrested for grand larceny, and Booth’s car accident injuries are described as a fractured elbow and rib with a hopeful recovery.
A senior railroad official, standing before Dodge's drug store, doubts the Opera House was built in 1877 and claims to have seen the building before. He remarks to a passerby that such an early construction would seem unlikely.
The Montgom ery Queen's Circus delivers a superb performance praised as the best ever seen here. Mr Queen astonishes audiences both matinee and evening with unprecedented acts in a circus tent. The review honors him as king of showmen for an outstanding program.
A historical note records a monument dedicated to Mary Pomeroy, while the cleric involved faces social censure as the phrase laments there are none so poor to do him reverence.
The propriety of amending the law regulating the jury system to drop the unanimous verdict requirement is under discussion by lawyers. The question arises whether clients should have input on a potential change.
John Kahl presents a copy of the Panama Star and Herald to Dr. St. Clair of the Wak arusa Sun for review. One page runs in English and the other in an unreadable language, described as the devil’s tongue by locals.
Telegram received by Nellie and Grace Wilcox announces the sad news of their father Professor Wilcox's death at 2 o clock in Roy New York this afternoon as forms were going down to press.
In Elkhart a local business update highlights a female barber operating in town. The report notes her market presence and community impact while omitting personal details or dates.
The fragment shows Pendleton objecting to action or repudiation while asking George to declare his intent. It presents a brief exchange about what is desired, suggesting a parliamentary or debate context with names cited as participants.
The Elkhart Observer jokes about a feverish mood with the Benton Harbor Palladium playing along saying there’s no fever and it’s all in good humor. The quip touches on mood and local reaction with no serious event described.
J W E Elkhart writes on August 16 75 defending Sage's team and denying Ellis' crack team involvement. He insists one member had never been linked to that wagon and urges truth over gossip.
Bristol correspondence reports a peaceful Episcopal society picnic at Mr Coffin's grave and a temperance picnic in Elkhart with a good crowd. It lists pastors, departures for Minnesota and Michigan, a sister visiting from Nashville, and several Bristol residents traveling for holidays or school. Health in the area is described as not as good recently with multiple illnesses noted.
The Elk Heart council met in regular session with most members present. Bills approved include Marker 20.83 McKay 2.40 Bucklen 13.33 Cassler 195 Colburn 41.50. A deputy marshal system was adopted with present marshal retained until expiry. Curtiss named Deputy Marshal 8 to 3. Funds authorized for Ritter suit costs. Health rules suspended to adopt ordinance No 15. Gutter and sidewalk petitions granted. Street repairs and lamp posts committee appointed. Adjourned.
At Erxuam on August 16 the school board met with all members present. They approved bills including 15.01 to Bucklen & Son and 7.52 for printing, awarded privy contracts to Close & Seiler J F Hunter and H E Oakes, designated a boundary line for the 4th ward, and discussed chimney covers. A new certificate requirement for teachers was debated and then amended and adopted, with a meeting set for Wednesday at 3 p.m.
A local letter from Edwardsburg dated August 14 discusses a public article in the Edwardsburg Index and a heated reply from "P. M." The writer argues for self-vindication over retaliation and clarifies the piece was about public affairs, not targeting an individual.
An observed contest shows Ellis' crack team producing 117 bushels of corn previously but stuck at 100 bushels on the current day. Sage's team aided by drawing them out, achieving a smooth resolve.
The body of aeronaut Newton S. Grimwood was found on the beach near Montague Michigan likely twelve miles north. Identification was confirmed from letters a diary a Chicago Public Library membership ticket and a Joliet Sun engagement note. A bursted life preserver was attached and Donaldson’s body and the balloon remain missing.
Cincinnati dispatch reports L. T. Copeland tarred and feathered at 11:30 p.m. after notoriety from a telegram to the Chicago Times about ex-President Johnson's religious beliefs. The incident ties to a previously described Baltimore Gazette confidence man case.
At Detwold, the German statue unveiling drew an address from the German Emperor who called the ceremony one of the most affecting festivities he had witnessed and urged all to do their duty to the beloved fatherland to preserve a united Germany.
In Detroit yesterday Captain John Haffner and his wife argued over a Buffalo trip. This morning he fired a pistol at her back wounding her fatally then shot himself in the mouth and died. Authorities deem him likely insane due to months of troubling conduct.
At the O Connell dinner in Dublin on Thursday Mrs Fitzsimon aged 84 widow of Christopher Fitzsimon of Glencullen and the only living daughter of O Connell appeared in a gallery with the Lady Mayoress and a party of distinguished ladies. She was greeted with enthusiastic cheers.
In Lake township by this county last week a wagon wheel struck a rut throwing a son from the wagon. Mrs. Neimetz tried to save him and was dragged, striking her head and dying from a broken neck. The son, stunned, crawled to her and found her dead.
An advertisement argues dyspepsia and related liver and digestive disorders are common. It asserts Green's August Flower relieves and cures these conditions, urging readers to try a sample bottle for 10 cents and noting a regular size of 75 cents with two doses claimed to help.
Bradt's Tonic Bitters claims to cleanse blood and aid digestion while curing ulcers inflammation of lungs and liver dyspepsia cough neuralgia scrofula skin diseases and headaches. It asserts success after several bottles and is produced by Joseph Bradt on Prairie street near Main.
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