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Elkhart Observer

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1874

Page

4

The Lawyer-Farmer and Other Tales From The Land

A dated miscellany recounts a Massachusetts lawyer turning to farm life in the Southwest, his failed rent farming schemes, and a Kentuckian renter, with a light satirical edge. It also reports the destruction of a Chicago mail train and pouch service, noting vast potential losses and the Post Office's importance.

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Temperance Crusade in South Boston Reforms Tactics

A new phase in South Boston sees women shift from street prayer and singing to moral suasion. They urge saloonkeepers to quit selling liquor, seek pledges, and employ effective methods while avoiding public religious demonstrations.

Boston Mass

Irreconcilable Protest Sparks Religious Fear Rumor

A fragment reports Ian protesting coercion by authorities over religious devices. The Chicago Times notes community fear and pressure shaping the dispute and the coerced sentiment surrounding the issue.

Ian Chicago ‘Times

Coming man in Spain Alfonso the Prince of Asturias

The report describes Alfonso as a rising figure in Spain while also noting royal and political currents. It cites Admiral Buchanan's death, colonial questions, weather, and various international rumors. The items reflect a broad 19th century news digest with multiple named actors and places.

Alfonso Prince of Asturias Spain

Waters Concerto Parlor Organs Highlight New Stop

Horace Waters and Son promote Waters' Concerto Parlor Organ with a new stop that mimics the human voice. The concerto attachment softens shrill tones, producing a whisper like quality. Demand surged as organs sold quickly after introduction, per Brooklyn Union.

Horace Waters & Son Waters Brooklyn Union Waters Seeans U.S Canada Broahway New York

Escape at Jeffersonville Penitentiary Sparks Alarm

Four prisoners William Kennedy Alfred Applemute Newton Part and Wm Stanly escaped from the Jeffersonville Indiana Penitentiary where they had been recovering in the hospital. George Chamberlain at the hospital gate was attacked as the men rushed toward the front entrance while warden Colonel Juler ignored the alarm.

Suera Kennedy Shuler Stanly Applemute Chamberlain William Kennedy Alfred Applemute Newton Part Wm. Stanly Jeffersonville Indiana George Chamberlain Iuler

Admission of New Mexico to Statehood Surprises House

Washington correspondence notes a large House majority for New Mexico statehood, with Governor Elkins delivering a persuasive speech that captivated lawmakers and underscored New Mexico's resources population and claims. The report covers naval affairs hazing reforms and remarks on the Centennial Exhibition’s funding needs from Congress. Salini the Italian actor draws attention on the House floor and signs autographs for pages.

New Mexico Elkins Salvini House of Representatives Inter Ocean

Morrissey and Fox Under Tammany Investigation

The Cleveland Leader reports Morrissey and State Senator Fox of the Tammany Central Committee will be investigated after a recent fight in a New York City saloon. The piece notes internal discipline will be applied, with observers awaiting the outcome as a historical example of party conduct.

Morrissey Fox Tammany Central Committee New York Tammany Committee Cleveland

Switzerland Adopts New Secular Constitution by Large Majority

By 135 000 majority Switzerland approves a new constitution making education compulsory and secular under government control. It creates a central university open to all creeds and includes an article protecting citizens from encroachment by ecclesiastical authority.

Switzerland

Arrival of Mennonite Emigration Guard to America

Baltimore papers report the advance guard of Mennonite emigrants from Russia arriving by port. The party of 185 members sails toward Nebraska and Dakota carrying about $60,000 in gold. The remaining 20,000 members in Southern Russia are awaiting word on government privileges before joining them.

Baltimore Russia Nebraska Dakota

Lake Shore & Michigan Southern Company Trains Earnings

The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Company operates 1 181 miles of track. In 1873 its total earnings reached 19 351 609 26 with expenses of 13 746 598 54. Gross for 1873 exceeded one million.

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