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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1874
Page
2
Fragmentary newspaper items listing names such as Ed Molloy Emma Molloy and R K Brush with unclear roles or events in Elkhart Maryland on December 23 1874. Readable details are limited and no cohesive report is presented.
The notice states two dollars paid in advance earns a chrome, with premium books for subscribers who do not want chromos. After January 1, 1874, postage must be paid on the Weekly Observer for subscribers outside the county, requiring a 7z advance. Those wanting continued delivery must renew with cash.
The Sturgis Times Hi News paper adopted a hand some quarto size mirroring the Weekly Duserver as of last week. Ir Green and Hon Wm Mc Michael of St Joseph County called to discuss the update last Thursday.
The note says the OBSERVER editress called at the Goshen Democrat office on Monday in what is described as a thin effort to fill space. The brief line hints at editorial activity and a response to staff shortages without detailing specifics.
The piece notes a Democratic County Clerk once said taxes do not concern taxpayers regarding his annual fees. It questions the temperament of Democratic office seekers and asks what to expect from Democratic office holders if such views persist before elections.
A call for a charity soup kitchen in Wakarusa praised by the Temperance Christian Union. It seeks support to provide three meals daily to needy widows with children and other poor residents, funded by benevolent societies rather than theft from workers.
The Kendallville Standard and LaGrange Standard published the President's Message last week ahead of other local papers. The Indiana papers claim superiority in enterprise while competing papers lag behind. The MorixG Observer printed it before the Stand ards.
Eugene Hall releases Poems for the Farm and Fireside a handsome illustrated poetry volume for the holidays. Priced at 1.75 own, 2.25 gift edition. Jansen, McClure & Co., Chicago publishers.
An unnamed critic notes the Nazareth born editor of the South Bend Union shows strong grasp of duties and suggests one contemporaries could learn from his example for professional conduct.
Mr Murray of the South Bend Union introduces his wife as a gifted writer who has gained fame in Washington. The couple will move to South Bend where Mrs M is expected to contribute to Northern Indiana editors and enjoy a favorable field for her work.
N. V. Brower, former editor of the Mishawaka Enterprise, now in Tow a, has talked with Jernegan & Carpenter about buying back the paper but cannot purchase it as the Enterprise is not for sale. This recalls the saying when you get a good thing, keep it.
The Indianapolis press largely backs constructing a new state house as an architectural asset and a safeguard against the rotten structure of the current building. Proponents argue economy and beauty, while opponents warn against cost.
The piece argues that Hoosterdam needs a new State-house to attract a better class of legislators. It laments the current capitol as a “charnel-house” and notes few are willing to risk election to an office housed there, except perhaps a self-sacrificing senator.
The Goshen Democrat secures county printing at a 1 percent lower bid, prompting cries of corruption and a possible bargain with the Board of Commissioners. Critics recall prior editorials warning against Col. Tucker controlling county printing and accuse officials of reform masquerading as graft.
The article argues that Democratic power will push Southern driven policies, including Confederate debt payment and slaveholder remedies, risking racial upheaval. It warns Northern Democrats will resist radical shifts and predicts only a brief Democratic success due to factional tensions.
Judge Pettit was expected in Go shen Friday to decide civil cases but did not appear. The case of Honey Rawlins was called Saturday but he failed to appear. Elkhart will not see his refreshing presence again. It is believed he went to Grand Rapids to join his friend Wash Holmes. Bail will be forfeited next week. No other items of importance.
A Warsaw Union tirade attacks the editors and Indiana Supreme Court as mullet heads and ignorant. The piece vows to continue the punishment, likening the writers to pests and defending a female editor against the criticism while recounting farm labor and scavenger chores as a metaphor for persistent rebuttal. The gloating tone frames the feud as a moral charge and public row.
A letter dated December 14 1874 from W Y Cuarity discusses plans for a new railroad linking Michigan Indiana and the Ohio River. He reports ready funds for Dowagiac Nederville Elkhart routes and a forthcoming field survey promising public cooperation and substantial regional benefits.
Ephers notes the second grand match ended in a rout for "Our Blonde Hero" and partner. He describes Boblink's thin claim about a save, and the dark gentleman and partner winning easily. Belts transferred with dignity. a third match is anticipated on Christmas with a big game expected.
A farmer near White Pigeon sold his farm and opened a town saloon. He had two well regarded sons, one died from delirium tremens and the other has just been sentenced to four years in State prison. The tale questions whether the saloon business paid.
The text mocks modern temperance advocates claiming they argue that taxes, money panic, and unemployment are caused by the temperance crusade, contrasting with a peasant’s belief that local landmarks caused Goodwin Sands. It warns not to try to enlighten such activists.
The passage notes that certain Solomons, both male and female, are more numerous and persistent than expected, starting before the crusade and often repeating themselves on election days. It reflects on voters who claim greater insight than critics and resist being misled by prior claims.
The School Trustees will present a petition to the Town Board tonight seeking a $10,000 appropriation for a new school building. The letter cites 1073 enrolled with 933 seats, leaving 140 students standing. Officials urge action to guarantee full schooling rights and room for students to learn.
The Teacher's Institute of Concord Township met Saturday afternoon December 19 and elected O W Price as secretary. Members present included J Turner G Holderman C Dreese Ellen Garvin Lu Dinehart Elsie Ivans and Lizzie Alcorn. The next agenda covers grading district schools common fractions reading penmanship algebra with a January 16 1875 meeting scheduled.
A Dr Thomas W Grimshaw article explains Typhoid causes and transmission risks. It states contamination via food or drink or airborne miasma, notes contagion mainly from bowel discharges, and reports rare patient-to-patient spread with safe disinfection and cautious medical treatment.
A visiting correspondent praises Russ & Co. wholesale and retail grocers and bakers in South Bend. The new Studebaker Bros brick building houses a large stock, two street entrances, and a basement filled with goods. The firm runs a well regarded dining saloon with caterer Mr. Foote overseeing kitchens.
Bristol residents await a large attendance at a prospective minstrel entertainment promised by Mrs Gilmore and Mrs Milburn. Notices tease a “grand and huge” show by the Bristol Minstrel Troupe on Wednesday evening as the public seeks details about the troupe.
The piece extols Jan sen McClurg & Co at 117 119 State Street Chicago as the largest and best arranged book store in the West and perhaps the continent. It praises L H Jan sen for personal supervision, notes about forty clerks, and a spacious, orderly shop with vast literary offerings. It highlights extensive editions of Dickens Scott and other authors and rapid access to new works from major publishers.
Holiday gift edition of Memories a story of German love by George Upton published by Jansen McClurg in Chicago priced at 2.25. The green and gold binding holds sentimental prose about memory love and aging.
A fragment from a periodical describing a book whose sentiments appeal to refined senses and answering hearts. The prose evokes firelight glow and memories, inviting readers to listen with sad dreamy pleasure to their recollections.
The Eagle Lodge held its annual election last night with results: E. H. Keene over W. M. C. North, S. W. Edward Goard over J. W., J. D. Compton named treasurer, G. W. Best secretary, and Daniel Asby as tyler.
Pupils in the High School distributed gifts to teachers on the final day before holiday vacation. Items include busts, vases, card receivers, baskets, and bracelets. Mrs Stevens receives candy, while Miss Dimon and Miss Drake are noted as possible next recipients. School reopens January 4.
Market report listing various commodities with prices including butter lard tallow poultry eggs hams apples beans honey cornmeal feathers hides cattle salt and grain seed feed items. Includes per bushel per ton per barrel and per pound pricing notes.
Express departs Marion at 5 45 pm and reaches Elkhart 10 55 pm. It makes connections at Elkhart with the Main Line and Michigan Division L A and 8 Ry. At Goshen it joins the Air Line of the L 8S and M.S. Ry. At Milford with the Baltimore Pittsburgh and Sheng Railway. At Warsaw with the Pittsburg Ft. Vaya and Chicago Ry. At North Manchester with the Detroit Eel River and Illinois Railroad. At Wabash with the Toledo Wabash and Western Railroad. At Marion with the Pittsburgh Cincinnati and Louis Railroad. G. Wells, Sup't.
A dated railway schedule lists a Fast Six Daily service with multiple origin and stop points including Cincinnati Loveland Chillicothe Portsmouth and Columbus. It details departure and arrival times, express and fast lines, and routes through Newark Sandusky Zanesville Bellaire Wheeling Grafton Harper's Ferry Point of Rocks Philadelphia and more, dated May 10 1874.
Incomplete text shows times such as 8:40 pm and 4:20 pm with scattered words like accommodation and poset. No clear event or entities emerge. tangible details are missing to form a coherent news item.
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