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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1872
Page
2
The Elkhart Observer editorial denounces the Democratic victory and Liberal Republican alliance as fraudulent. It analyzes the Governor’s veto power under Indiana law and compares Hendricks’s limited authority to a figurehead amid a divided legislature and past political clashes.
The telegraph crowd in Elkhart and nearby towns reported strong Grant gains in the election returns. Dispatches traced majorities from South Bend to Michigan towns, with Philadelphia and New England states boosting Grant while Democrats faced notable losses. The cabinet members campaigned openly, praised as effective voices in support of the administration.
Following a postwar reform wave the German government bans major gambling towns including Baden Baden Hamburg Wiesbaden and Ems. Ems gaming tables shut permanently and all venues must close by January 1 1873 as part of moral restoring measures.
Despite Treasury strain a $5,000,000 decrease in the public debt was noted for October. The report highlights a notable drop in national liabilities during the month.
The article lists known or certain beyond reasonable doubt facts regarding Horace Greeley and B Gratz Brown. It summarizes the positions or affiliations connected to their candidacy and the political context surrounding their names.
A speech recounts the choosing of U S Grant as a leader from Illinois praising his general service and patriotism. It contrasts Grant with famed orators and cites his terse telegram push things as evidence of decisive leadership. The crowd cheers as they elect him president.
Governor Conrad Baker proclaims a special session of the Indiana General Assembly to convene November 13 1872 at 2 PM. The session will be held at the State House in Indianapolis with members and elected members required to attend. Proclamation dated October 22 1872 and signed by Secretary Joux HF Arquhar and Deputy O M Evpy.
Araham R. Lawrence is 40 and from an old Knickerbocker family. Willian F. Have meyer is 68, a New York native with German heritage. James Brien, the Ajollo Hall candidate, was born in Ireland and brought to New York at age five.
The partnership of Thorace Greeley of New Albany and Benjamin Gratz Brown of Missouri trading as Greeley and Brown is dissolved by mutual consent effective Tuesday November 5. The business is to be discontinued and parties with claims for services should contact John Cochran New York Ethan Allen Washington D C John M Palmer Springfield or Lyman Trumbull Chicago Illinois. The note adds a political aside referencing H G Close the polls and mentions Woodhull Stone and others.
A two week influenza epizootic devastates horses nationwide causing widespread disruption in New York commerce. Drayage, milk delivery, and street travel suffer as major firms like Stewart's and Claflin's suspend operations. The piece notes the disease's historic origin and urges care for afflicted animals.
Mrs Mary Y C Greeley, long afflicted, died in New York City after weeks in decline following removal from Chappaqua. Her husband and eldest daughter were at her side as she passed quietly in the early morning. The obituary portrays her as a refined, independent woman with a sharp intellect and strong moral convictions.
Reports detail a police officer mobbed in Chicago, a fatal fire at Iwavista Darien, and widespread floods along the Po in Italy. Also noted are lectures planned in New York by Father Burke, arrests in a libel case in New York, a deadly church floor collapse in Evanston, and the Chinese emperor’s marriage.
South Bend reports include a new church project, a fire at a local business, and the Iron Works supplying Singer’s factory. Also noted are legal transfers in Goshen, a rumored Masonic temple project, and a local postmaster’s surprise silver service gift.
Reports show Tl. 8. and M. S. Railroad near $20 000 for new depots. J B Baker cuts ties with Ligonier Bunner. Salem Crossing post office renamed Otis. An Ft W. 5 S A R employee Sullivan shot dead at Angola. J J Bingham retires from Indianapolis Sentinel. W J G Keenan named successor. Obituaries: Esquire Cooles and Matthias Kinney pass away. Rev J W Miller returns from Oregon to Indiana. Gen Loomis to Coldwater monument. water levels noted as unprecedented low in Warsaw region.
The Chicago Times condemns authorities for lax Sunday liquor enforcement. It notes saloons likely kept doors open, buyers faced no real obstacle, and fines hurt only compliant operators. It argues for unconditional statute execution to end the perceived injustice and prevent a failed movement.
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