Rail line proposals shape Elkhart transit future
The Elkhart community weighs a Central line plan to run from South Bend up the north bank of the river to Elkhart then east to Three Rivers linking with the Air Line. The new route would shorten distances to Detroit and New York, boosting freight and passenger service, with debate over feasibility and local impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bew
Elkhart
Detroit
Elishart
New York
Ades
Ess
Veeatur
TV Invis
Elkher
Hingis Central
Pers Or
Rantoul
Lanorte & Indianapolis
Teoss City
St. Oats
Decatur
St. Louis
Mcom
Linois Central
St. Laws
Kansas
South West
Chiara
Wines Corral
Elanes
Texas
Seaboard
Asengers
Hikhart
Uock
Lake Shore
Michigan
Southern
St. J
The Speech on Te Coverance in This Issue
A fragmentary note says the speech on coverage shows some legislators session regarding a necessary reform.
Poet in Coldwater Hails Heathen Chinee Author and More
In Coldwater a local poet praises the author of Heathen Chinee and other writers, noting how their works are relegated to the shade. The passage also references Rederick H. DePue in a similar vein.
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Coldwater
Rederick H. DePue
Grand improvements and business progress of South Bend 1872
A condensed review from the South Bend Tribune outlines the city’s grand improvements and general business progress for 1872. The article offers a complete, well written summary of facts and figures supporting growth and development.
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South Bend
Mass of Falsehoods Alleged by C L Murray at Goshen Meeting
The Gosien Times quotes a speaker accusing C L Murray of spreading lies at a Goshen gathering of Benton Harbor railroad opponents. The piece questions Murray's identity and accuses him of tarring local officials, hydraulic owners, and Goshen merchants while suggesting false charges were hired from Elkhart publishers.
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Gosien Times
C. L. Murray
Benton Harbor Railroad
the Times
Beelzebub
Gosken
Likhart
Goshen
Elkhart
RK. Williams
Sity's
Hosciusko Co
How to Do it for a Town Growth Advice Primer
An exhortation urges citizens to boost local business by promoting neighbors services and attracting new industry. Support the local newspaper, share news tips, and avoid greedy pricing on vacant lots and rents to foster a thriving town.
Freight trains barred from carrying passengers in Michigan Southern order
The La Porte Herald notes an order from Michigan Southern forbidding passenger carriage on freight trains. It appears to apply to way freights only when a passenger fails to buy a ticket. The Mishawaka Enterprise reports its paper enlarged to nine columns with improved features.
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the Argus
Michigan Southern Road
Laporte Herald
Mishawaka
Omission of thanks to Porter Masonic Brethren
A passed notice from Eagle Lodge F and A M records that unqualified thanks were omitted in resolutions of respect for W M Bird. It expresses hearty gratitude to Masonic brethren of Porter Michigan for assistance and hospitality and wishes blessings on their families. Committee order confirms the action.
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Eagle Lodge
W. M. Bird
Porter, Mich
Dancing party draws eight hundred tickets in Connecticut
The Norwich Weekly Courier reports the Hook & Ladder company masquerade drew about 800 tickets, with 40 dance sets and a crowded hall. Spectators filled the galleries as dancers kept pace, the club noted for its stylish affair.
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Hook & Ladder Company
Hook & Ladder Boys
Edwin Booth Stars as Hamlet in Kalamazoo
Edwin Booth appeared as Hamlet at Union Hall Kalamazoo on a Tuesday evening in February. Admission was 1 dollar with reserved seats at 1.50 dollars.
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Edwin Booth
Hamlet
Union Hall
Kalamazoo
Appointments Shake Up Rail Divisions
Mr. Parsons named Division Superintendent of the L. S. and M. S. railway from Elkhart to Chicago after J. Desmond’s resignation. Mr. Parker rises from track master to Albion division Superintendent. T. J. Charlesworth fills Parker’s post after resigning from the Chicago Danville and Indianapolis road. Desmond to join the Northwestern at Leporte.
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Parsons
Elkhart
Chicago
Wnce J. Desmond
Parker
Albion
T. J. Charlesworth
Chicago, Danville & Indianapolis
Desmond
Northwestern
Leporte Herald
Indiana Governor Proclaims February 18 1873 Election
Governor Hendricks issues proclamation notifying electors of a statewide February 18, 1873 vote on a constitutional amendment. The measure limits state liability for certain canal debt and sets election procedures across Indiana counties. Secretary W W Curry attests the proclamation.
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State of Indiaya
Indianapolis
General Assembly
State of
Indiana
Evansville
A. D
J Thomas A. Hendricks
Thomas A. Hendricks
W. W. Curry
Donation test case challenges White Pigeon trust in Goshen
Goshen correspondence reports a suit arising in Wabash Cannon Pleas testing the validity of a city vote two years ago donating to the White Pigeon, Goshen and Wabash R R. A test case is brought by one hundred residents who refuse an assessed tax. The item notes local political and court developments, including Senate Bill 238 proposing a circuit system, with Elkhart and LaGrange counties forming a circuit and extended court terms, plus notable local illness recovery and church access.
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Ilkhart Iron Works
W. D. Billings
Truins
Mgr
Hikhart
Imachine
Idustry
QO. T. Niles
Mishawaka
Harvey Little
Win
Forward
Elkhart
Niles
Messrs. Little
Wabash Cannon
White Pigeon
Goshen & Wabash R. A
Wabash
W. A. Woorls
Isab
South Bend
U. S
Senate
House
Courts of Common Pleas
Lagrange
Common Pleas
J. L. Kinsley
Whipple
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