Conflagration in Panama and Fire at Singer Factory
A Panamanian blaze destroyed much of the business district with losses over 1 million dollars, largely insured in London. A Singer sewing machine factory fire in South Bend damaged the building, with losses estimated between 40 and 75 thousand dollars, caused by an unknown source. Several workers were briefly displaced, some perished in a coach fire on the Great Western Railroad. Also noted are religious revivals, temperance debates, and civic reflections on women’s crusades influencing policy and social reform.
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Panama
Darien
London
Singer
South Bend
Great Western R. R
Laganaw Bay
Michigan Street
M. E
Water jet tests at Holly Works in Rochester
A February 18 test at the Holly Works in Rochester New York produced a four inch water jet that traveled 460 feet horizontally and rose 297 feet high. The report asks a cheeky question about the South Bend Stand pipe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holly Works
Rochester
N. Y
South Bend
Fort Wayne Gazette Criticized by Elkhart Review Editors
The Elkhart Review Kendallville Standard denounces the Fort Wayne Gazette for its lack of merit and editorial ability, urging mercy for Fort Wayne in a pointed, period voice. The remark frames a regional media comparison with strong, dated newspaper rhetoric.
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Fort Wayne
Democratic exchanges on grangers cause cold shoulder
The piece questions why Democratic contemporaries seem to ignore the grangers and wonders if the latter can still endure despite the stance. It notes a mood of distancing in party discussions and seeks clarity on the issue.
Senator Morton Faces Flannel from Carl Shirts Again
The article mocks Senator Morton for clashing with Carl Shirts, who boasted years ago of wielding influence over Germany. It uses sharp humor to describe political maneuvering and personal taunts.
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Morton
Carl Shirts
Army reform proposal cuts private soldiers by quarter
The appropriation committee favors reducing private soldiers by about one-fourth while generals and staff officers stay the same. The speaker muses on the idea of dispensing with all private soldiers and shoulder straps.
Editor’s Note on Morton Attacks in Papers
The Goshen Democrat editor says he neither reads the Chicago Times nor requires its papers to explain the shared insults aimed at Senator Morton. He suggests both papers echo the same sentiment, implying a shared newspaper stance and prompting the question of how the Democrat feels about admitting the parallel.
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Goshen Democrus
Chicago Times
Morton
Times
Howe refuses to be carried to Washington by the people
In a Democratic Union piece, Hon. John 3. Howe rejects being carried to Washington by Charley Murry and urges a local alternative. The call to name a willing man from the town is made, even by his would-be advocate.
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Democratic Union
John 3
Howe
Charley Murry
Washington
Charles
Elkhart Voter Asked About Tucker for Congress
Charley Murray asks if as a Republican and an Elkhart man we back Col Tucker for Congress. He recalls Elkhart never votes for outsiders when two of its own seek the office and asks whether we will vote for Col Tucker.
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Charley Murray
Elkhart
Col. Tucker
Congress
Editorial stance noted in Kokomo Tribune item
The Kokomo Tribune editor Thomas Philips favors his own editorial position over a congressional bid in Indiana's Eleventh District. The Cincinnati Gazette quotes him denying candidacy while mentioning the district's incumbent Tyner as a possible returnee.
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Thos
Philips
Kokomo Tribune
Indiana
Cincinnati Gazette
Thomas
Tyner
Cable race plans boost Elkhart water power in 1874
Improvemts projected for 1874 include a cable race by Mr. Clark Lane linked to the Elkhart water power. He weighs two major projects for 1874 and 1875, contingent on business guarantees for 30 horse power via cable. Power could be leased perpetually at 30 dollars per horse power or transmitted along Main street at fair rates. Water power touted as cheaper and safer than steam, with past successes at Lockport and similar efforts expected to succeed with proper interest.
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Clark Lane
Elkhart
Lane
Lockport
N. Y
Howe faults inflation plan and political flurry in district
The Democratic Union reports Hon. John B. Howe of Lima Indiana condemning currency inflation and calling Washington leaders shell. He denies any candidacy due to health, derides party leaders, and questions his own political viability across seven counties.
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John B. Howe
Lima
Ind
Congress
Jay Cooke & Co
Washington
Shell
Democratic Union
Charley Murry
Dr L P Taylor Readings at a Glance Cure Claim
An advertisement extols Dr L P Taylor formerly of Elkhart now in Chicago at 110 Honore Street. It touts his powers of present sight enabling him to read at a glance the derangements of the human system and provide cures.
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L. P Taylor
Elkhart
Chicago
Honore Street
Doctor and Lydia Adams in Bristol Adultery Case
A Bristol physician of fine physique becomes entangled with Lydia, widow of a Benton Harbor victim, leading to public accusations of infidelity. Neighbors observe signals between Lydia and a married man in York township. The couple repeatedly visit, hide at back doors, and a marriage facade is pursued until February 22, when continued betrayal may prompt legal action for adultery and perjury.
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Lydia B—g
Benton Harbor
Chicago
Lydia
York Township
C—n
B—s
Lydia B—e
Michigan
Wolverine
Elkhart County
Bristol
Elkhart
Bucklen
B.s
Motteville
Tighes
Friends of Justice and Decency
Zip
South Bend Sees Growth With New Factory Plans
South Bend plans major building projects this summer as Studebaker and Singer Manufacturing prepare new facilities on Jefferson and Michigan streets and near the L h depot. Local businessman John H Keedy returns to his old stand amid praise for his long service to the city. The Patrons of Husbandry establish an agency for farming implements. Kokomo joins with a Building and Loan Association.
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Studébaker Manufacturing Company
Jefferson and
Michigan Streets
Singers . Manufacturing Co
John H. Keedy
South Bend
J.h.keedy
Mt Vernon School Exhibition Delights Community
A Mt Vernon School house event drew a large crowd for an extended program with songs readings and music. The highlight was the Mt Vernon Herald read by Miss Alvira McDowel and performances by Mishler and others. Afterward guests feasted at Mr Wm McDowel’s, enjoying apples pie and cake into early Sunday with praise for the host’s hospitality and windmill water supply.
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Mt. Vernon
J.S. Kauffman
E. Rinehart
Duchman
John Schmidt
Mishler
James More
Alvira McDowel
Paulus
B. W. Bricker
Wm. Mc Dowel
Mc Dowel
Millinery and supplies advertised in town catalogs
The notice lists millinery by Jas Miller with latest styles at low prices. H S Meyers offers assorted fruit butters for families. Maxon Parmater Co supplies building goods. Rush repairs wagons carriages and buggies. Mrs Jaycox’s restaurant near the post office remains a local center for diners.
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Jas. Miller
H. S. Meyers
Maxon, Parmater & Co
Rush
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ED. Molloy
Emma Molloy
R. K. Brush
Asta Oir
the Holy Crusad
the Lord
Gideon
Christ
Saul of
Tarsus
Goshen Dem
Bristox, Inc
Mar
Kokomo
Loati ' Association
Hill & Kelley
Sherwood
Christman & Young
Simonton's
Main St
Elkhart, Ind
South America
Oseph T. Inman
Station D. Bible House
New York City
Geo. Brown
Bucklens
Faisaerssnet
Ocean
E. B. Goodrich
Peter Parley
Vanter Preursaine Co
Carcago
Benj. Turnock
Edwin Turnock
O. H. Mar. Ail’y
G. Gilmore
Bristol, Ind
Howe Sewing Machine
General Insurance Office
Malmn Street
Elehart
Fihe Insurance
Tinman
Europe
Star Millinery
Bodbddnon
Variety Store
Jackson St
Orde
M. J. Bollom
Truby T
Pigeon Street
Shackman
Tig
Workman’s
B. ©. Pritchard
Indianapolis, Ind
The
Republic
Unias
Ay R. FE. Pritchard
East
Washington St
Indianapolis
Stham
Lorman & Thorp’s
J. F. Curtiss
Immbens
Bock
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