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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1873
Page
2
The Indiana newspaper notes a proposed railroad line to Elkhart from Decatur Illinois, a distance of 207 miles, reflecting ongoing rail expansion in the region. Local papers mention improvements and agency efforts shaping regional commerce.
Washington telegram reports that on Saturday noon $4,000 worth of bonds and coupons were stolen from Vice President Colfax’s residence, with opponents eager to keep his name before the public.
The Senate committee appointed to investigate Caldwell of Kansas charges bribery and corruption. They report that Alexander Caldwell was not duly elected to a Senate seat by the Kansas Legislature.
Tey Laird Collier of Chicago, a devout man, postpones church services when it is two degrees below zero. Gov Perham of Maine condemns injustice to female teachers noting wages show gender disparity and calls for equal pay for equal labor.
A fashion leader declares that New York’s most stylish customers favor short walking-dresses. The trend blends practicality with chic appeal, signaling a shift in female style and social notice as women embrace shorter ensembles.
The article notes President Truman’s push for special legislation to curb polygamy amid Brighamite resistance. General Grant vows decisive federal enforcement to uphold U S laws, while concerns grow over church settlement policies provoking authority clashes.
The New Republic notes nearly four centuries since Columbus and Spain becoming a republic. Amadeus departs to his father’s palace choosing exile over tyranny, guided by Maximilian’s example. The piece hopes for a stable republic and a century of progress with Italy free and Germany united.
The piece argues that advertising volume affects a paper’s value to advertisers. It notes that single column pages command higher per-ad prices, daily papers trade longer shelf life for heavier ad content, and weekly papers limit ads to one third of columns. It concludes fewer ads can increase the value of those that appear.
A region newspaper exchange mocks profiteering from sensational war discourse. It recalls a civil conflict featuring a captured editor and a rear guard call for peace at any price while praising bold action in battle and journalistic bravado.
A critique argues that puffing and dead-head advertising distort markets by favoring stylish pushers over honest earners who pay their way and provide value without bargaining. The piece urges contemporaries to recognize fairness in ordinary commerce.
A Meader's advertisement offers a woman’s calf shoe priced at 1.50, with all other shoes in proportion to that sale item.
The piece argues Colfax has earned vindication through corroborated testimony from family, a Indianapolis citizen, and a Colfax supporter. New York press side with cautious support, while opponents press for restraint. A temperance bill follows, tightening liquor licenses with bonds and petitions, sparking statewide protests and questions of practicality and motives.
Francis R. Richmond and Ella Mack Leonard Smith and Rebecca Nelson Christian Schrock and Su sanah Hostetler Samuel Wickey and Fanny Howsenour Philip M. Conc kle and Mattie Benner Thomas Hill and Ellen Branigan John Fissgus and Susannah Marten Thomas F. Bailey and Maggie J. Curry
An old recipe claims a universal cure using sulphate zinc one grain mixed with sugar and water. After thorough mixing add more water and take a spoonful hourly. The text states both diseases will vanish in twelve hours and advises smaller doses for children.
Boots and shoes offered at deep discounts for the next 60 days at Meader's store, highlighting seasonal sale savings and wide selection for shoppers seeking value.
J H Hurcison, marshal of Elkhart, submits a detailed account of street labor under Ruple and under his administration. It lists days worked with teams and shoveling, payments to workers and water carriers, road receipts issued, delinquent poll tax names, and cash balances totaling 2914 20 with 618 balance on hand as of February 1873.
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