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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1875
Page
2
A publisher states it will furnish books as premiums to subscribers who decline chromos. The offer targets readers choosing printed volumes over pictorial chromolithographs. No dates or locations are specified in the terse notice.
Announcement explains reduced chromo prices to boost weekly circulation in Elkhart. For three months, subscribers paying 1.50 in advance or via club terms receive chromos, with mailed papers to noncounty subscribers. Also notes Gen Burnside elected U S Senator from Rhode Island yesterday.
Ex Senator Doolittle of Chicago is discussed as a possible compromise candidate in the contest for the Wisconsin Senate seat. His name surfaces amid party maneuvering and regional considerations.
In the House last Monday Mr Dawes of Massachusetts caused laughter by reading a telegram from Dan Voorhees protesting allegations over the Pacific Mail subsidy and requesting to be subpoenaed.
The public favors another showing of Clouds as presented Tuesday night by the Dramatic Association. The performers could even improve with work, and justice to the audience and group suggests a repeat. The comedy is regarded as one of the day’s best.
In harsh times the article urges readers to economize cut family expenses and rely more on self effort. It warns that only gradual improvement will come and promotes limiting excesses such as tobacco whisky and leisure spending while urging temperance labor and thrift to restore stability.
Washington reports show Republican leaders endorsing Wilson’s recent letter and liberals considering alignment if his policy stands. Dan Voorhees denied knowledge of subsidy bill payments, while Mor ton spoke at length on constitutional reform. Butler quipped on lobbyist access, and Indiana’s appropriation bill failed 120 to 126 over Choctaw claims.
Dispatch from Montevideo to the Rio Plata Bank reports the Uruguayan government toppled, rebels in control, general alarm, business suspended, and a British squadron in the harbor. Pedro Varela elected provisional President of the Republic.
In New Orleans on January 28, it is believed Democrats will press to place election difficulties with the investigating committee and have that body canvass the recent returns. Republicans may accept. the committee has not yet agreed but likely will. A head is expected Monday, with relief from the current complications near.
Nasaville Tennessee convention members vote through 49 ballots with Johnson leading at the end 42 to 45 for Bates and scattered support for Stephens Ewing Henn and others. Four members were absent delaying a final choice with Quarles withdrawing after the 41st ballot.
Washington January 25 The expected report by Bank Examiner Spink on the Cook County National Bank Chicago did not arrive today The Comptroller of the Currency will decide whether to appoint a Receiver or let creditors take charge depending on the report The political scene notes cabinet impressions from Philadelphia and Republican momentum This section also reports Senate tea duty petitions and Louisiana dispatches in brief form
New York January 25 It is said the Deputy Collector's report on the seizure of 840000 worth of silk imported as cotton goods involves several Customs officers. It is estimated that the regular importation amounts to over 1000000.
Rochuster New York January 25 The George Washington Bank of Corning New York a private institution controlled by George W Patterson was closed by the Sheriff on Saturday Liabilities are 100000 Many depositors are poor and there is much excitement in the neighborhood.
Wire dispatch reports the Chinese Emperor died on the 12th instant. The new ruler is a five year old, and uncertainty surrounds who will succeed the late Emperor.
The Tennessee convention met at noon with Governor Brown declining a repeat run. Gustavus A. Henry, Wm. H. Stevens and D. A. Key were nominated. On ballot fifty four Johnson led with 47 and 52 on the fifty fifth, Henry 23, Stephens 23, Key 3, Ewing 9, securing the majority required amid wild excitement.
Reports describe ongoing disasters with avalanches in Utah canons causing many fatalities and destructive tornadoes in Colorado spreading toward the Pacific coast.
A visit to the high school shows a fiscally minded purchase by the School Board. The collection includes Leyden jars, an electrical machine, thunder house, air pump, Magdeburg hemispheres, balances, magnets, a steam engine, mirrors, barometer, and a complete chemical set. Total cost was $350 with an expected one year of use to cover the outlay.
Last Friday a group rode to Cat Town for a spelling school outing. A bolt dropped freeing the whiffletrees, sending the sleigh into a crash that buried three young ladies under the box. One rider was bruised, another seeks medical advice for a possible dislocation, and a girl is reported missing. The episode ends with a warning to beware bolts, not thunderbolts, to prevent a recurrence.
The court sentenced Vasquez the California bandit to a hanging on March nineteenth. A motion for a new trial was denied. The lumber price at Maxon Parmater Co remains unaffected by the ruling. Deacon Rush continues to repair wagons and carriages as he always has. Mrs. Jaycox feeds the hungry for twenty five cents a meal at the gem dining saloon on Jackson Street near the post office. Bucklen and Son advertise Dr King s New Discovery for consumption and carry a full line of patent medicines and drugs.
The report details a January gathering of teachers and visitors at Cleveland Centre where a monthly normal class plan was adopted. The program covered history of the wars from discovery to Revolution, Constitution lessons, legislative department, physiology and bone structure, with adjournment planned in a few weeks.
Governor Ca r rper ter endorses Capt A T Andreas Minnesota Illustrated Historical Atlas and announces plans for an Iowa Atlas. The message asserts Andreas will deliver a work equal to promises, based on long familiarity with the publisher. Separately a Washington Navy Department fire damaged upper floors and records.
Indiana Inpraxavotis Jan 20 reports a crowded house as the lieutenant governor orders a joint ballot after the journal comparison. Maxwell shifts to McDonald, Cree moves to McDonald, Hopkins explains then votes McDonald. Result McDonald 78 Pratt 44 Buchanan 14 Thompson 6 Curry 3 Holmans. McDonald declared elected by a 2 vote majority.
An advertisement outlines an extensive Indiana Atlas to include county maps, prairie and road networks, schools and churches, plus a condensed political history and biographical sketches. It promises six geological and district maps, sixteen national maps with agricultural and demographic data, and numerous engravings. Publication targeted for 1875 by Andreas Baskin Burr, Chicago.
Regular meeting notes with present members Cook McNaughton Wright and Parker. Bills approved include Foster 5.00 Cook 5.00 Yer 12.45 Gillette 50.00 Wright Co lumber 26.80. Treasurer instructed to pay Cassler bill from sinking fund. Board authorized 700.00 to Dudley Davidson for west quarter east half lot 12 engine house. Gravit and Wright named to buy those for corporation. Meeting adjourned. Clerk W H Ksickernbocker
The February issue of the Atlantic Monthly will feature a new poem by William Cullen Bryant. The piece bears Bryant's characteristic elegiac tone and reflects themes of nature and mortality.
A reflective poem depicts a weary traveler crossing a bleak landscape under a biting wind. He recalls love for friends as he nears a frostbound sleep, then awakens to a sunset glow and a companion continuing toward a hopeful day, promising reunion at dawn.
The Elkhart Aid Society notes calls to settle debts with Hoke & Kirk and reports ward contributions of clothing and cash from Mrs. Cook, Mrs. Kahler, Mrs. Bradford Sherwood, Mrs. Henry, and others. Ward canvassers are appointed for 5th, 6th, and related wards. The destitute fund totals $51.92 spent. next meeting set for February 1 at 7 PM.
The Slissouri Kansas and Texas Railway markets a pioneer line from Hannibal Missouri to Houston Texas with through trains from Hannibal and St Louis, via connections to the Great Trunk line in Texas. It advertises modern comforts, Pullman cars, and economical travel, plus over one million acres of lands for sale along the Neosho Valley on ten year credit. Information and maps available from the General Passenger Department in Sedalia Missouri.
The Baltimore end Big Railroad now operates two daily Chicago to Washington and Baltimore trains with no change. The morning train departs 8 05 from exposition and arrives Washington 8 50 next evening, with compartments and sleeping, parlor cars to Washington. The evening train leaves Chicago 7 05 with drawing room sleeping cars to Washington and Baltimore. Bristol correspondence notes absence.
A Western town with unmatched water power and strong railroad facilities lies amid fertile farmland, inviting investment. The speaker urges capitalists to bring stamps and pursue opportunities in Elkhart.
Mr Morrowsat cites Socrates and Artaxerxes as warnings about marriage. Mrs Partington moved to a railroad house this spring and enjoys watching trains pass by forty times daily. The sociable scene captures a village anecdote with humor and local color.
An ad notes a bankrupt shoe store at 111 Main Street offering exchange of a 160 acre Kansas farm with 60 acres improved for a small farm near Elkhart. For particulars inquire of E. P. Winnarp, General News Agent.
Miller J of Eversale is listed with Frank Paper and Martha Rush Teaiah in a terse community notice citing local names and roles. The brief item names residents and a possible event or appointment without further context.
Dr A Eastman, a practicing physician, announces permanent location at 128 Main Street above J F Hunt Co Store in Elkhart and its environs. He pledges prompt, careful service to all who seek his care.
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