Indiana presidential hopefuls and new state officers
The Elkhart Observer notes postmaster appointments will follow civil service rules, with questions of honesty and capability. It discusses Indiana's potential 1870 presidential candidates Thomas A. Hendricks and Schuyler Colfax, and lists newly elected state officers with their start dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ligonier Burner
Indiana
Thomas A. Hendricks
Schuyler Colfax
T. A. Hendricks
W. W. Curry
J. B. Glover
J. A. Wildman
Denny
Supreme Court
Scholl
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Hopkins
Remarkable prayer and banking reform talk in state legislature
The Rev Mr Moran praised the lawmakers as the tallest and finest body seen, while during the closing extra session Mr Troutman urged a probe into creating a state banking system akin to the National Bank. The note ends with denunciation of a New York shooting of a prostitute by her uncle and a lament on human depravity and greed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Moran
Fourth Presbyterian Church
Indianapolis
Troutman
Fulton County
Judiciary Committee
Bronze statue of Gen. Reynolds arrives for Gettysburg monument
The Gettysburg Compiler reports a bronze eight foot high statue of Gen. John F. Reynolds, who fell at Gettysburg in July 1863, arriving for a granite pedestal at Soldier's Cemetery. Weighing 1300 pounds and costing 10000 dollars, the piece uses a state furnished cannon in casting. The First Corps led the project and public ceremonies are expected next summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John F. Reynolds
Gettysburg
Battle of
First Corps
Indiana Senators Dwiggins Beardsley Wadge Hubbard
Correspondence Chicago Tribune notes young Indiana lawmakers R S Dwiggins J R Beardsley R C Wadge Lucius Hubbard from northern Indiana in the Legislature. Beardsley, seen as a first term among seasoned peers, surprises friends with his youth and new service. The group is described as industrious and influential in shaping state legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. S. Dwiggins
Jasper
J. R. Beardsley
Elkhart
R. C. Wadge
Lake
Lucius Hubbard
St. Joseph
Mr. Beardsley
Indiana
Chicago Tribune
Advertising in Newspapers Drives Business Effectively
The object of advertising is to increase business. An advert properly placed in a newspaper is more effective than other methods because it is read when the reader is in a mood to notice it. Printed ads beat circulars as they are unsought and often forgotten until later need for the product arises.
Profane Swearing Deserves Public Attention and Reform
A historical column condemns profane swearing as unnecessary and degrading. It urges stronger enforcement of laws against vulgarity in public, notes women and families face crude language, and cites Dr Chapin calling profanity a brutal vice and un Gentlemanlike behavior.
Talk Up Your Town Opinion Call to Promote Local Improvement
Hartford state Register urges residents to advocate for town improvements and support every useful enterprise. It exhorts citizens to overcome naysayers, to demand better facilities, and to spread public spirit until community growth and business prosper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Conn
State Register
Bishop Bowman Advocates Woman Suffrage at Greencastle
Bishop Bowman spoke on woman suffrage in Asbury University chapel Greencastle despite a late notice and storm threat. The audience was large and enthusiastic as he declared strong support for the cause and urged more leaders to join the movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bowman
Asbury University
Greencastle
Congress approves Beaver Lake lands cession to Indiana
The bill ceding Beaver Lake lands to the State of Indiana and those claiming under its grant has passed Congress. It affirms Indiana ownership and secures title for the rightful owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beaver Lake
Indiana
Congress
England plans to place railways under government control
Encouraged by telegraph service successes, a movement forms in England to bring the extensive railway system under government management.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Bantering on erasing battles from flags and records
A facetious Republican Senator advocates expunging Sumner's anti slavery speeches and Massachusetts history from public records to avoid irritating Southerners. The Richmond Enquirer labels Sumner's resolution an apple of discord and mocks those who stir up strife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumner
Massachusetts
South
Richmond Fnguirer
Call for Early State Constitutional Convention Highlighting 13th Article
The exchange argues for an early state constitutional convention noting that the 13th article excluding Negroes remains in effect despite the 15th Amendment ratification nullifying it. The letter emphasizes preserving or reforming state protections amid national constitutional changes.
Congressional Preamble Urges Honor for Union Battle Names
In the House Mr Hale of Maine offered a concurrent resolution proclaiming national unity strengthened by recalling Civil War battles. The measure states no removal of battle names from army registers or regimental colors. Adopted 115 yeas to 55 nays with four Democrats supporting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congressional
House of Representatives
Hale
Maine
Wuerras
Union
Congress
United States
Yeas
W. Getz
Hibbard
Parker
New Hampshire
Manson
Kuhn's European Hotel Featured in Lafayette Courier
The Lafayette Courier praises Kuhn's European Hotel at 145 147 149 Dearborn Street Chicago near McVicker's Theatre for its European plan, rebuilt after a fire with modern conveniences, baths, and closets on every floor, plus a large, complete restaurant run by one partner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kuhn
Lafayette
Ind
Dearborn Street
Chicago
McVicker’s Theatre
7 Tribune
Redistricting Bill Moves to House as Thirteenth District Emerges
The Goshen Times notes the Senate passed a redistricting bill 27 to 12, creating the thirteenth district by adding Marshall and dropping Huntington and Whitley. It lists counties Steuben, DeKalb, LaGrange, Noble, Elkhart, Kosciusko, and Marshall with a Republican majority, while H B Sayler shifts to the Twelfth District amid a Democratic majority in that area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John E. Thompson
Senate
Thompson
Ellis
House
Huntington
Whitley
Marshall
Steuben
DeKalb
LaGrange
Noble
Elkhart
Kosciusko
H. B. Sayler
Allen, Adams, Blackford
Jay, Whitley and
Wells
Goshen Times
Indiana
Lake, Benton
Porter
LaPorte
St. Joseph
Starke
Jasper
Newton
Pulaski
Fulton
Wabash
Miami
Cass
Carroll
Indianapolis
Baker
Osborn
la Porte
Property gains among Indians point to thrift and peace
The article notes that Indian property value rose from 3,942,000 to 9,941,000 last year under current policy. It argues that private property fosters caution and reduces inclination toward hostilities, as protection of possessions becomes a central motive for peace.
Sore boils and near but far in a Sunday Herald plan
The column notes Job like suffering and asks about authority behind the word electoriad. It reports plans for a Sunday Herald in the city led by A. C. Grooms and George C Harding with high expectations. A. C. Grooms brings financial trust, Harding proves literary quality, and readers are wished success. Additionally notices include C. W. Stevens joining Logansport Sun and local papers sharing President’s message.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Job
Warsaw
Ligonier
Kendallville Standard
Sunday Herald
Messrs
A. C. Grooms
George C Harding
Indianapolis Journal
C. W. Stevens
Goshen Times
Logansport Sun
Stanparp
Wendaliville Standard
ObsErver
Stenaard
Zagrange Independent
Editor changes and local industry notes in Indiana
John D. Devor leaves LaGrange Standard to edit a daily in Galesburg. South Bend boasts a top Cornet Band in the region. The LaPorte paper transfers to Wadsworth and Kessler. A Mishawaka maker patents a wooden pill-box machine. Chapin & Castling advertise holiday goods in the Register.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Devor
LaGrange Standard
Galesburg
Wadsworth and Kessler
Ligonier Banner
Mishawaka
Warsaw
Legislature Passes Measures to Aid Michigan City Harbor
The Legislature approved a joint resolution urging Congress to fund harbor improvements for Michigan City and an act to cover high Wabash and Erie Canal bonds. Senate bills included eight thousand dollars for the State University, freight rate safeguards, levee work, and an Attorney General salary of three thousand dollars. House actions covered uniform property assessment, school use of public squares, holiday designations, and tax exemptions for banks. The session saw many bills introduced and passed, with adjournment after a busy week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Michigan City
Senate
Wadge
Calumet Dam
Blue Island
Illinois
John S. Harrison
Nathan Kimball
James B. Ryan
T. B. McCarty
John D. Evans
John C. Shoemaker
Committee On Finance
State Bank
Tippecanoe Battle Ground
Messrs
Given
Walker
Barrett
Yeas
State House
D.H. Olive
R. P. Culver
Peas
A. Anderson
Lawrence County
House
South Bend items tease readers with lectures and plans
B F Taylor's lecture remains a talking point and the next event will be by the Vescelius sisters on January 16. The Pleiades plan a New Year benefit entertainment for the poor. Alex McMichael resumes as foreman of the Register. Rev Joel S Edwards of Marshalltown sells part of his Edwards NY estate for 13000 with heirs offered 25000000. Alaska fur robe gifted to Mr and Mrs Miller. A sleigh ride ends tragically with a dead drunk rider. Minor fires and bindings shop ad at 157 Main St. 19-3w
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B. F. Taylor
Vescelius
Taylor
Pleiades
South Bend
Alex McMichael
Register
Colfax
Joel S. Edwards
Marshalltown
Iowa
Edwards
New York City
E. E. Thornton
Tribune
Wm. Miller
John F. Miller
San Francisco
Alaska Fur Company
Niles
Barrett
Michigan Street
St. Joseph Hotel
Arizon
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Molloy & Billings, Proprietors
BE. and
EE. F. Mot Ll
New York
Neice
Thomas Billings
Tom
Bryan Press
Chapin & Casling
W. C. Hanna
E. W. H. Ellis
Goshen
R. W. Thompson
Terre Haute
B. C. Hobbs
Rockville
State Normal School
Ligomer
Michigan Southern
Ladies of
Edward Alkire
Noble Township
Alkire
Zigonier Banner
Laporte County
A. M. Collins
Drgus
E. V. Wilson
Joe Kellogg
ST. Josephhs
Abraham Whitmire
Greene Township
John F. Hoyt
New Charlisle
Masonic Mutual Benefit Society
J. F. Funk & Bro
Main St
M. F. Shuey
the Home
Phoinix
North British & Mercantile
London
Franklin
Philadelphia
Boston
Otmas Goods
Freedman Bros
Main Street
Joseph B
Emma Molloy
Elkhart, Ind
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