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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1872
Page
2
Hon E A Storrs the Great Mindrs Orator discusses current issues in Elkhart on Saturday August 1 at 2 PM. The public is urged to attend in large numbers and give him a cordial welcome as a champion of Republican principles.
The Elkhart Weekly Observer introduces its first issue with a salutatory from editors who stress local reporting as vital. They pledge to mix news and civil and political matters, praising national policy and the reelection of a wartime leader while welcoming community notices and social items.
The text reflects cross party approval for a measure and claims no persuasive reason from opponents for change. It mentions Epwarp and Euaa Moutoy as readable names amid a political discussion.
The exchange shows Garrison and Sumner at odds over funding for weekly papers, with both agreeing that spending on pamphlets and banners is less prudent than investing in print. Sumner has not spoken up or written further in reply.
The letter meant to influence black voters in a campaign has instead alienated them and settled Sumner’s fate. Colored peers express disgust at what they see as an attempt to relegate them to servitude.
The article notes Horace Greeley has moved to a defensive stance after thirty years of leading the offensive. It discusses his past role with the Democratic party and how alignment with the party has transformed him into a negative figure, reflecting on public perception of his sorrows.
In Mishawaka a local dispute arises over alleged Greeleyite and Grantite representations in the Elkhart Greeley organ. Authorities deny the claims as unfounded, stating there is nothing true in the report and urging correction.
Jim Ryan recalls rough handling by Hon. M. F. Shuey and seeks indulgence by claiming figures came from Republican sources. He asserts accuracy in his speech but doubts the figures after Shuey's statements. The passage notes how some politicians become befuddled.
General Johnston who aided Shermans forces in 1864 now endorses Greeley. The move follows his past support and shows Greeley aligned with Johnston and other former Confederates, while Semmes remains tied to his established stance.
A Constantinople letter to the New York Herald notes a Turkish marriage among the elite. Both bride and groom have European education, suggesting possible social changes among the upper class Osmanli. Damsels wear Parisian fashion with gauze veils and berigi mantles as mere costume adjuncts.
A Missouri editorial denounces kkk violence during a Liberal Democrat fusion era. It criticizes Gov. Gratz Brown for aligning with Democrats and rebukes alleged midnight assassins while noting a six-member Democratic gang’s beating of an elderly man and his son in Iron County.
An authority warns that Louisiana will host a brutal contest with Bourbonism viewed as appealing amid a Democracy loyal to old issues. The piece alleges deception, Greeley as a national fix, while Ku Kluxism and caste loyalties persist in the Southern State campaigns.
The piece forecasts a major Louisville convention next month with delegates representing an estimated 850,000 to 1,000,000 voters, surpassing Breckinridge's 1860 support. It argues Charles OConor would beat Horace Greeley for president, notes OConor’s anti-Tammany role, and critiques the Tribune’s stance toward Tweed and associates.
The Republican Vice Presidential candidate Henry Wilson is described as the target of a baseless charge alleging disrespect toward foreign populations. The piece argues the claim is a fabrication from overzealous editors and asserts Wilson’s lifelong advocacy for equality and liberty.
The piece critiques Horace Greeley for shifting stance during the Civil War era. It notes a 1864 Canada trip to speak against thistles and later in 1866 a bid to shield Jefferson Davis, portraying this as self serving. It questions soldiers and imprisoned fighters about trust in his motives.
The real issue is party power not individual candidates or measures. The piece argues voters must choose between preserving the Republican party or letting the Democratic party take control, criticizing opponents for opposing amendments yet endorsing Republican actions since the war. It frames the struggle as a partisan test of governing history and leadership.
An observer recalls a dream vision at Goshen as a southern bound train named Democracy is prepared. Politically charged passengers wear hats with slogans supporting Reconstruction and responses from a conductor about free movement on the new train.
Eight crew members of a river steamer were murdered near Memphis. General Meade will preside over a Soldiers and Sailors Convention in Pittsburg. A Missouri postmaster was assassinated last Saturday. Storms of panic hit grain markets in Chicago. New York Scots plan a Walter Scott monument in Central Park. Gov. Hoffman declines renomination amid talk of defeat. A London firm fails with debts of ten million dollars. Austin Blair named by Liberals and Democrats in Michigan for governor. The impeachment of Judge Barnard in New York ends in removal. Public works continue in St Paul as Chicago’s great 1871 fire looms. A Missouri railroad victim’s life reveals a note and bottle. Corruption charges target Cassius Clay and Senator Doolittle. Gen. John A. Dix named New York Republican gubernatorial hopeful. Washburne proposes a postal treaty with Thiers. Belfast endures a siege amid unrest and incompetence. Georgia Democrats adopt States Rights platform led by Stephens. West Virginia votes for independent Democrats with no Republican ticket. Sheridan denies impending Indian danger. Geneva arbitration nears conclusion with losses by both sides. Revenue plans target beer taxation and gauge all barrels. New postal cards to be amber five by three and a eighth inches with Liberty motif and formal directions.
News arrives that Lexington the greatest American race horse died at Alexander’s stud farm in Spring Station Kentucky. He sired more champions than any other horse, with progeny including Norfolk Asteroid Kentucky Harry Bassett Kingfisher Idlewild and Tom Bowling. Asteroid and Kentucky have produced notable grandsons, and Kingfisher and Harry Bassett may follow in his legacy if form and bloodline hold.
President Grant is relieved of half the pressure from office seekers since the organization of the Greeley party. It is a boon to shed the hungry horde who have joined Greeley, ending much of the pressure.
The piece reports Hendricks’ antiwar stance, a Fort Wayne congressman’s four member split, and Franz Sigel touring Indiana for Grant in response to Schurz. It notes strong Democratic support for straight Takings and cites Rapaport tapping Libs, with Fitch backing Grant over Greeley. The Cincinnati Gazette calls Indiana Republican strength favorable to a large GOP victory.
The piece recalls Geo. H. Thomas urging Grant’s early renomination, arguing against conspiracies to replace incumbents. It notes calls by Schurz and Sumner to damage Grant, arguing only incapacity justifies change. The author urges stability through Grant’s re election to ensure order and avoid revolution.
A letter criticizes the county school examiner for scheduling a teachers institute in Goshen starting September 5, delaying Elkhart's school opening. The writer argues institutes are beneficial but should occur during summer or other non instructional times and notes the 161.50 dollar cost last year. The board aims for September 16 reopening.
Charles Walley sues Mary Fredburg in Elkhart County Indiana. The case, before G W Fish J P for Coxford Township, notices the defendant must appear at the office on a specified date and time, with the court in Elkhart announcing the proceeding.
The New York Republican platform touts Dix for governor and endorses Grant and Wilson for national tickets. It pledges honesty reforms, continued opposition to Democratic restoration, pensions for veterans, and purifies courts and municipal government while welcoming defectors from Democrats.
City transit and office hours posted with multiple lines in a dense timetable. It lists East Main Line, East Air Line, West routes, and towns including Grand Rapids Kalamazoo Warsaw Wabash Indiana St Louis Cassopolis Adamsville Edwardsburg with varied daily and Sunday times from morning to evening.
R. K. Brush at the Elkhart Indiana postoffice sells pass tickets to and from London Liverpool Rotterdam Copenhagen Hamburg and other European ports.
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