Republican County Convention in Elkhart County Goshen
Republicans of Elkhart County meet at the Court House in Goshen on Wednesday June 10 at noon to nominate candidates for Representative Clerk Auditor Treasurer Receiver Sheriff Coroner Surveyor Real Estate Appraiser and 2nd District Commissioner. Delegates to the State convention and a joint Nobie and Elkhart Counties convention for Representative nomination will be appointed. By order of the committee. Ellis Chairman, Srann Secretary.
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Elkhart County
Court House
Goshen
Nobie
Elkhart
W. H. Ellis
W. M. Srann
Elkhart County Republican Nominating Candidacies
The Elkhart County Republicans consider Orville T. Chamberlain for Clerk of the Elkhart Circuit Court. Theodore F. Garvin is announced for County Auditor. Thoe. H. Dally for Clerk, G. F. Mann for County Recorder, and Dr. A. B. Woolverton for County Recorder are named as candidates, all subject to the Republican nominating convention. The Goshen convention will convene June 10, 1874.
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Orville T. Chamberlain
74Th
Reg't Ind. Vols
Elkhart Circuit Court
Elkhart County
Theodore F. Garvin
Friends of
Thoe. H. Dally
Elkhsert
G. F. Mann
Middlebury
A. B. Woolverton
Olive To
Goshen
Warsaw Indiaman Weakens on the Baxter Law
The note warns Reub not to get discouraged as the Warsaw Indiaman shows weakness in the Baxter law context, indicating ongoing tensions or economic pressure.
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Reub
Arkansas Supreme Court Rules for Brooks
The Arkansas Supreme Court issued a decision siding with Brooks in a ruling that affirms his position in the dispute. The opinion outlines the court’s conclusions and the implications for the involved party and related proceedings.
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The
Supreme Court of Arkansas
Brooks
Merrifield Discussed as Congress Candidate in Colfax District
Hon G C Merrifield of Misha waka is talked of as a potential candidate for Congress in Colfax's old district. The local chatter centers on his suitability and the implications for the forthcoming race.
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G. C. Merrifield
Mishawaka
Congress
Colfax
Peru Elects Temperance Ticket After Union Endorsement
Peru Indiana, the Union last week announced as anti temperance, elected the temper ance ticket in a surprising political shift reflecting local temperance sentiment and party alignment.
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Peru
Ind
Kalamazoo Seeks City Incorporation With 10000 Population
The notice proclaims Kalamazoo plans to incorporate as a city citing a population of 10 000. The item frames the move as a milestone and notes local interest in formal city status.
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Kalamazoo
Call for Peace in Arkansas Amid Ongoing Bloodshed
A cry to halt violence in Arkansas cites the need for a Republican form of government and urges Congress to intervene until a compromise restores order. The caller stresses the disgrace to institutions and calls for peace.
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Arkansas
Congress
Goshen Democrat Letter on Female Morality Policy
A Goshen Democrat letter argues the rule restricting Christian women from moral legally or politically actions should apply equally to men. The writer contends consistency requires the editor to support women’s rights in the same areas men are allowed, calling the rule hypocritical.
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Goshen Democrat
the Democrat
Tax Fear and Republican Credit in Indiana Cities
The Indianapolis Journal argues that in many Indiana cities Democrats have driven residents to desperation through high taxes, while in this city taxes are unusually low amid heavy expenses and large improvements. It claims the Republican Party can point to a favorable tax record.
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The
Indianapolis Journal
Republican Party
Baxter law liquor sales debated in Goshen editorial
The Goshen Democrat questions temperance supporters to defend current law and punish violations. The editorial argues every right under the Baxter law should be defended but warns that strict enforcement could wipe out liquor saloons in Northern Indiana, challenging why critics write with regret.
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Baxter
Goshen Democrat
Indiana
Cartoon depicts Union rooster after Chicago election loss
The piece notes missing coverage of Chicago election results and mocks the Union’s portrayal of the rooster pictured as the Union bird. Bill Barney quips the rooster fared better than expected, implying a contrived celebration.
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Chicago
Crow
Bill Barney
Child Murder Echoes In Call For Foeticide Debate
A letter-weary note questions why editorials condemn infant murder yet overlooking foeticide. argues society should vent equal outrage at all forms of killings and raises a moral inquiry into reporting focus and reader responsibilities.
Endorsement for Captain Chamberlain as Elkhart County Clerk Candidate
A Northern Indiaman editorial praises Captain Orville T. Chamberlain of the 74th Indiana Infantry for his Civil War service from Chickamauga to the Carolinas. It urges Elkhart County Republicans to nominate him for County Clerk, noting his residence in Elkhart and strong qualifications.
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Chamberlain
Northern Indiaman
Warsaw
Kosciusko County
Gen. Williams
Elkhart County
Chickamauga
Jonesboro
Atlanta
Mission Ridge
Sherman
Savannah
Carolinas
Voice of
74Th Indiana Infantry
Orville T. Chamberlain
Captain Chamberlain
Mayoral Nomination and Temperance Controversy in Goshen
The Goshen Democrat reports Gen Hascall as mayor candidate by acclamation at the convention. The Temperance Convention delays to Monday while law and order forces back Freese supporters with an overwhelming majority. A follow up from The Golhen Times recalls a Monday speech defending Hascall and deriding Freese as the “Dutchman.”
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Hascall
Goshen Democrat
Law and Order
Court House
Ben Crary
George Freese
Freese
Hascall’s
THE
Golhen Times
Grant
The Eight Hour Law and the Chicago Tribune
The Chicago Tribune ridicules the eight hour workday claim as a fair standard. It argues professionals work long hours at home and says higher pay drives overexertion. The piece notes working men, as voters, improved conditions, while law changes shifted society toward favoring the ballot and broader worker influence.
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The
Chicago Tribune
the Tribune
Political contest and editorials on Williams election
In letters from 1874 regional editors in Goshen and Kendallville disputes arise over the election of Williams. Chas e of the Review and My ver of the Kendallville Standard threaten opposition to suppress papers. Hascary claims he could beat Williams with stronger support if run again and disputes are aired between Goshen Times and Democrat.
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Chasé
the Review
Elkhart
Williams
My ‘Vers
Kendallville Standard
Hascary
Goshen
Times
Paris by Moonlit Paris Exposition to Open in Chicago
The great Cyclorama painting Paris by Moonlight will reopen at the Chicago building around the 15th inst. The canvas covers forty thousand square yards, about one acre, and forms a circular panorama fifty four feet high seen from a forty foot tower. Viewers will ascend to the top to see Paris lit at night with boulevards palaces theatres and hotels illuminated as the balloon vantage point shows the city. Will Davis, formerly with the Exposition, will staff the box office and greet writers and editors.
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Paris
Chicago
America
Exposition Hall
France
Coloseum
New York
Will Davis
Knights of the Quill and Scissors
Women Suffrage Session Sparks Debate in Lansing
The Michigan State Woman’s Suffrage Association meets in Lansing to map a fall campaign for constitutional amendment granting women the vote. Speakers mock traditional domestic roles while urging bold tactics, as about a thousand delegates attend from various states.
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Michigan
Lansing
Tink
Chald- Tesg
Indiana
Donkey Label Sparks Military Press Clash in 1863
In April 1863 General Milo B. Hascall's order 9 provoked a clash over press freedom. An editor called Hascall a donkey, was seized by soldiers at Wheeler's Bank, jailed briefly in Camp Morton, and later paroled after meeting Burnside. The incident sparked strong commentary on censorship.
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Milo
B. Hascall
Hadeall
Wheeler's
Indianapolis
Gampa Morton
Hascall
Cincinnati
Burnside
Gen
Enthusiastic Valparaiso Temperance Campaign Plucked By Crusade
Letter from Valparaiso reports strong local temperance activity led by Mrs Skinner and other crusaders. Denounces claims of a movement failure, notes crowded court house meetings, and praises American women’s executive ability. Mentions reunion with South Bend friends, Rosa Gurney ill with brain fever, and departure for Harvard.
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Valparaiso
Ind
Dean Osserver
South Bend
Mark
Sarah McClelland
Wm. Vail
Court House
Chicago
Mrs. McC
Rosa
Gurney
Old En Rey
Harvard
Election reflections and law enforcement in Elkhart Goshen region
The writer praises the elected ticket and anti saloon forces while noting a small majority and strong trustees ready to uphold the law. He expresses confidence in a countywide victory next fall, cites vigilance against law infractions, and warns against distributing funds as tensions rise at the bar.
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Althoughey
Sige
Fok-S
Owen Coffin
George ‘Milburn
D. Coe
Elkhart
Goshen
Goshen Mayoral Election Sparks Temperance Victory
In Goshen on May 5 1874 George Freese won the mayoral race over Major General Miles and Hascall. Andrew Myers was elected marshal on the Citizens ticket against Louis Hascall on the temperance side. Herney was convicted for selling liquor to a minor in Elkhart’s first case of 75 liquor prosecutions.
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Goshen
George Freese
Charles H. Murray
Miles
Hascall
Murray
Grant
Rosencrans
Sherman
Andrew Myers
Louis Hascall
Herney
Temperance Meeting in Bristol Features Strong Planks
Bristol on May 10 1874 heard a temperance meeting at the Methodist church opened by Mrs Probasco president of the Bristol Ladies Temperance Union. Speakers included Revs Sale and Gehring Hon E B Meyers and Hon E B Romaine who spoke of Goshen court proceedings and the role of rumsellers witnesses. The crowd heard a sharp critique of venue changes and praised the court and jury while denouncing Gorndors. The piece ends with a call for resolve and faith in the temperance cause.
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Bristol
Epior
Methodist Church
Crude Reform Debate and Prohibition Era Echoes
Fragmented text recounts a reform crusade against iniquities by speakers and religious figures. It notes responses to prohibition, abuses in prayer, and calls for legal and social changes. Also mentions fires, agricultural yields, and local notices from Indiana towns with various editorials and ads.
Proctor Named Marshal by Elkhart Board of Trustees
The Elkhart board elected Wm Proctor as marshal at its first meeting. Citizens praise his prior service and tact in maintaining order during wartime traffic and crowds. The appointment signals a focus on enforcing law and restoring stability in the town.
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Marshal Proctor
Board of Trustees
Wm. Proctor
Marshall
Hikhart
Proctor
Elkhart
First Meeting of the New Town Board in 1874
The May 8 1874 session elected John McNaughton president and approved the Treasurer’s bond. William Proctor was named marshal and Chapman was tasked with Grace Lawn Cemetery oversight. The board adjourned to reconvene May 11 1874 at 7 30 p.m. Clerk W H Knickerbocker filed the record.
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New Town Board
John McNaughton
Wm. Proctor
Chapman
Grace Lawn Cemetery
Knickerbocker
Nellie Grant and Algernon Bartorish Wedding Invitation
The presidential family announces the marriage of Nellie Grant to Algernon C F Bartorish with invitations printed in plain script. The ceremony is set for May 21 at 11 oclock morning at the executive mansion on parchment with two small cards bearing each name.
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Nellie Grant
Sartoris-Grant
Nellie W. Grant
Algernon
C.F. Bartorish
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Democratic Party
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A.D. Soy
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Illinois
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Burr Bowl
Main Street
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Republic
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Loxa
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B. F. Pritchard
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FFICE
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Lato
Ypsilanti, Mich
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I. D
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MI. D
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First National Bank
RH. D. Wilson
O. T. Chamberlain
Wilson & Chamberlain
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Eihart
J. WM. van Flert
Cor Main and
Jackson Sta
E. Siith
Tieeeer AT Law
Haseall’s
Main and
Market Streets
Gen W. Best
Teesey
LAW and Real Estate
Brent
Opera House
ED Turnock
Life Ins. Co
Dr. Dodge
Elkhart Paper Company
R. Branpsuey
Joan Coon
Treas
B. L. Davenport
Main
Jackson
Clifton House
Jonx Coon
B. L. Davenport, Ert BaLdwin, Frank Jaurett
Joy
Pigeon St
Hack
Sly
Observer Offce
Philip Christman
Simonton
Elkhart, Ind
Rivenside
Green
J. F. Hunt & Co
Lisle
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