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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1874
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR mentions Molloy and Brest with initials Eaironrs in a local notice or snippet. No clear event, date, or context.
Republican slate lists candidates for Indiana offices including Secretary of State JE Reyes of Terre Haute, Auditor James A. Wildman of Kokomo, Treasurer Homer G. Glover of Bedford, Attorney General Minnie C. Denny of Knox, Superintendent John M. Bloss of New Albany, and Supreme Court Judge 5th District Andrew L. Osborn of LaPorte.
The ticket lists candidates for county offices including Representative Jacob Bechtel Clerk Thomas H. Daily Auditor Theodore F. Garvin Treasurer Frederick W. Miller Recorder George F. Mann Sheriff John W. Stetler Coroner Alonzo Wade Surveyor William McCord Real Estate Appraiser Christian W. Nusbaum and Commissioner Middle District William C. Elliott.
The Republicans of Elkhart County are urged to elect delegates to the 13th District Congressional Convention to be held in Kendallville on Tuesday August 18 1874 at 10 o clock a m. Delegates are listed by township including Clinton Benton Harrison Bungo Olive Jefferson Middlebury York Washington Osolo Mereland Union Locke Ellkhart Concord Tas Pign al Clay. By order of the Congressional Central Committee H G Toayvear Chairman Ee R W Evris Secretary.
A delegate convention of the Republican party for Indiana's Thirteenth District will meet in Kendallville on Tuesday August 18 1874 to nominate a Congressional candidate. The gathering starts at 10 a m. Delegates are to be elected by the counties of Marshall Elkhart Kosciusko Noble LaGrange Steuben and DeKalb under county committee directions.
The Stark County Democratic treasurer is reported to be short twenty thousand dollars. The remark “Put that in your pipe, Murray” appears as a sharp aside in the public discourse surrounding the missing funds.
The Union Republican Congressional Committee issues a lengthy address directed to the people of the United States outlining party positions and urging national civic engagement.
A Republican exchange forecasts a future where the West gains buying power voting influence and outnumbers the East in elections. The remark highlights regional power realignment and economic confidence amid national tensions.
John B. Stoll editor of the Ligo nier reports a German figure named Lunner was sacrificed at the Democratic State Convention on Wednesday for an Independent. The piece notes John’s difficulty in securing office.
Stanley of the New York Herald is to be sent to Africa by paper proprietors of the New York Herald and London Daily Telegraph to pursue the magnificent discoveries of the great explorer Dr Livingstone.
The South Bend Tribune notes a plan to lure Carl Schurz to South Bend for a speech on the Baxter law. A $300 fee is cited as his expected charge, similar to his Greeley campaign price. The Goshen Democrat argues a Supreme Court ruling will ease permit access for saloon men of good moral character, though proof of voter names on applications remains required.
The Observer notes public sentiment has risen and demands a stricter law than the Baxter bill. It praises the Baxter measure as the most effective liquor law Indiana has seen, while contrasting it with Jrdéaz ian and Baxter perspectives.
A fragmented quote shows Democratic politicians adopting a rural agricultural chant about being a granger with a rare stan prang refrain. The garbled text reflects a humorous or satirical tone tied to agricultural politics.
The Banner notes possible ticket placement in Kosciusko Whitley St Joseph Elkhart La Grange and Steuben Counties with talk of a similar move in Noble County The editor recalls Peoples' tickets being nominated and elected in Chicago Cincinnati and Indianapolis and comments on the outcomes.
The Columbus Republican nominating body names Sen. R. W. Thompson of Terre Haute as their choice for President. He is praised as educated under Clay and Webster, a premier statesman and eloquent orator with few equals among contemporary leaders.
The St. Louis Democrat argues that German papers should counter the Indiana Republican plank allowing township majorities to decide liquor sales. They claim local self government is simple and democratic.
The piece warns reform is often used by demagogues to gain office. It urges voters of all parties to reform by nominating the best men and voting for that standard, rather than following populist cries.
Developments in the Beecher Tilton controversy show Tilton’s initial charge of a dishonorable suggestion has evolved into Beecher advising Mrs Tilton to leave her husband. The judge of public scandal weighs the offenses as serious yet not beyond belief given the era’s gossip.
The report notes that in nine or ten counties Democrats in strong majorities back the Baxter law, while in narrow margin areas the stance is muted. It warns many Democrats may refuse to vote their party ticket at the polls.
The South Bend Daily Tribune notes that its cut of the Chicago fire was more accurate and superior to Chicago papers, calling the Times abominable. It contrasts water works cuts from July 8 in the Times with a different depiction, remarking on waste versus lack of water and deriding the admonition waste not want not as suggestive.
Report says Bismark was grazed by a bullet in an attack last week. A Catholic priest tied to the affair was freed after proving no connection, with observers calling it a staged plot to turn Catholics against the church. The Prussian government faces backlash and policy critique.
Gov Hendricks declares he signed the Baxter law after careful review with two top lawyers. He argues the veto is aimed at stopping unconstitutional hasty legislation and protecting constitutional rights and equal representation.
The Taporte Chronicle by Gen Packard appears as a seven column folio with breview reading matter. The reviewer admires the editor personally and politically and notes the proprietor has notable ability and resources. success hinges on fate.
Hon Milton B Hopkins state superintendent of public instruction was the sole Democrat on the 1872 state ticket. He declined a second nomination and the Democratic platform denounced his plan to appoint County Superintendents, provoking public criticism of party leaders.
The Chicago Times honors General Absalom Baird for a June 13 1867 promotion within the inspector general's department. Baird, West Point graduate and Civil War corps commander, is praised as a skilled, courteous officer who reflects credit on the service.
A writer criticizes Dio Lewis for exaggerating Bangor's liquor outlets, noting only 61 sale points exist. He argues that the prohibitory law reduces the liquor trade nationwide and praises women's and young men's crusades for supporting continued prohibition as a tool for state reform.
A double murder occurred about 3 1 2 miles north of New Carlisle with the victims Thomas and Marie Cihanski found in a fire scarred cabin. Officials report blows to the head with a hammer and axe, the woman pursued and slain near a potato patch, and arson intended to cover the crime. A $600 stash was noted and an inquest was held by a Mishawaka coroner. The investigation cites clear non accidental indications and ongoing clues.
The cap found near the murdered woman bore hair and blood, linked to hammer blows though no hammer was owner by victims. An axe on site missing, speculation of sleep-time murder grows. Coroner and witnesses testifying to victims' honesty offer no solid motives, but countywide alarm fuels strong suspicions.
Fort Wayne delegates and leaders criticized the Baxter law at a Democratic gathering. The platform urged repeal of the 1873 Baxter bill and adoption of a liberal license law to bolster schooling funds. State officers named include J E Neff, E Henderson, B C Shaw, J B Smart, C A Buskirk, Horace P Biddle. Delegates split over repeal and free license, with many foreigners present and Smart switching from Republican to Democrat to win office in Fort Wayne.
The city faced a major fire that destroyed several buildings including Abraham Abs restaurant on Clark street. A sick tenant on the third floor was rescued from a window by a fireman. John A. Rice organized hot coffee and 1000 sandwiches for firefighters and police.
The Jones & Slear gallery showcases a popular collection of photographs highlighting contemporary themes. Curated works include street scenes, portraits, and urban abstracts from the gallery's featured artists.
Town of Elkhart passes a summer dog leash and confinement rule. It forbids dogs to run at large from June 1 to September 1 within the corporation. Marshals may seize and impound dogs for 24 hours, with a $2 redemption fee. unredeemed dogs are to be killed. The ordinance requires publication and takes effect after passage.
Draws in public daily offer a capital prize of 5000 dollars with 82,310 prizes in all. Tickets mailed before the drawing and lists sent to holders. The scheme claims reliability and prompt service from J Bowman of Saint Louis, Maine.
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