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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1874
Page
2
The Elkhart Observer notes post election unease with conservatives mocked by a Democrat and a speaker announced for December 16. It mentions a Spain unrest and a weather forecast for cooler days, reflecting local civic chatter after voting.
A dated quip from Jeniscratic Union mocks Republican leaders and newspapers for blaming a defeat on crusaders. It suggests giving crusaders ballot power to grant perpetual influence while joking about Brash’s flag and the fear of desecrating the national emblem.
In a smoky atmosphere readers with weak eyes struggle to follow returns. The town’s only paper delivering election news is The Ousenver, with Republicans and Democrats noting its role.
The Warsaw Zadiaquian and Kendallville Standard endorse Freeman Kelley as the Democratic candidate to succeed Senator Pratt. Critics label him a libertine with no firm finance views and accuse him of wartime treachery, but supporters urge clearing the track for Kelley.
A reporter described a fight between Hon Wim Baxter author of the Baxter bill and Democratic rival Jeffries. He later explained the piece was a dream while waiting at the police station and not an actual event. The Cincinnati Enquirer omitted the explanation and many papers reprinted it as truth. Baxter denied the fight and asked papers to print his refutation, but the Liberal Union avoided doing so.
During the Wednesday blaze at the Opera House a chaotic scene unfolded as frightened spectators rushed exits. A young woman from the sick list leaped over chairs while Manager Grey and staff fought the flames with curtains down. Russ Mead used a Babcock extinguisher to entertain the crowd as the fire was contained.
A windy night in town shows signs creaking and flailing as merchants worry about windblown goods. A giant hat and oversized pantaloons loom, while pedestrians brace against gusts and a nimble, shaken editor’s pen points to chaos.
The piece argues the Republican party remains stronger in principle than at its height, praising Lincoln and the party’s fight for liberty and equality. It contrasts it with the Democratic party’s pursuit of power, adaptation, and perceived lack of steadfast principle. The writer lauds the Republican record on abolition, national unity, and industry, while criticizing Democratic opportunism.
The piece reflects on reform era struggles urging the Republican party to endure despite critics who warned against temperance and civil rights actions. It posits a future revival when the party regains trust and power, benefiting the nation and world.
A Monday night gathering featured boys carrying torches and transparencies, led by Richley and Butterfield, with Brown's band and a barouche bearing Hank Clark and Ben Rahter. Speakers Freeman Kelley and Charles Murray offered mixed rhetoric as the crowd’s enthusiasm waned amid party drift and local tensions.
The piece notes a strong, though not crushing, Republican showing in the recent contest, comparing it to Grant’s second election. Democrats express surprise at their gains while Republicans likewise wonder at the outcome, with moralizing expected from the Democratic press.
Election returns surprise the Bristol area as Democrats celebrate a broad victory while independents protest. The piece notes Massachusetts prohibition losses, Illinois coalition gains, and Pennsylvania Cameron ring impact, with locals planning a Bristol Hydraulic Co. support meeting and updates on Dr Brazie’s new Main Street office, Merritt barn, Krug’s restored building, and strong school attendance.
A Goshen column mocks a Bristol letter signed Lib and questions coalition tactics after a defeated Justice candidate. It portrays Lib as vainly writing petitions while unable to speak, warns a Democrat to distrust him, and likens him to a treacherous figure needing patronage to stay in line.
The list honors pupils from IGH SCHOOL through D PRIMARY for perfect punctuality attendance and deportment through October 30 1874 with averages 85.65 and 87.18 percent across primary grammar and higher grades. It notes 95 percentile and above standings in several classes and includes names such as Mattie Blythe Eva North Emma Newman Lillie Barnes Charles Belden Sarah Davis Kattie Miller Della Nickless and many others. A separate notice invites bids for a wagon dumping platform patent with cash down and wagon payments, through John W. Harrison and W C Lantz and S P Lantz of South Bend Ind.
The article recounts Mrs Chapman and a party planning a trip from Elkhart to Chili, Indiana on the Eel River road with three possible routes and times, including a midnight arrival on one path and a 5 am departure on another, along with a humorous note on meals and misadventures at Waterloo and Auburn. It also includes a letter from Mrs Brush and a note on local newspaper promotions and politics.
The Logansport Pharos reports a Methodist minister once famed for oratory ruined by financial misjudgment. He pledged himself to a young woman, spent her money, and despite a wife and family, consented to marry. He ultimately accepted imprisonment as a convict at the Michigan City Penitentiary.
The Christian at Work of New York ranks among top religious weeklies with Dr. Talmage as editor. Subscriptions at 3.25 dollars per year include postage and delivery of a premium Portfolio of Twelve Gems or Landseer Twins. Without premium the price is 3 dollars. Agents expected to succeed.
The Weekly Inter Ocean and Weekly Observer subscription offers and a notice of address change for Dr Eastman at 128 Main street Balcony Block over Hunt & Co dry goods. Wilson Garnet Abstract office Goshen Ind advertises $50 000 for good security. Obituary: Mrs Gen Rawlins died at the hotel here Nov 6.
The paper reports that over twenty states held elections. Republicans carried South Carolina Wisconsin Kansas and Michigan while Democrats won New York by 20 000 to 30 000 and Pennsylvania by several thousand. The next Congress would tilt Democratic with about fifty seats. Ben Butler loses by over a thousand votes. Michigan rejects the new constitution including woman suffrage. 1876 may tell a different story.
Maxon Parmater & Co sell lumber cheap. Old wagons and buggies bought and repaired at J. D. Rush's corner Jefferson and Main. If you are hungry visit Mrs. Jaycox's dining rooms on Jackson street, feeding the hungry is her pleasure.
The Evansuart School Board met in special session on November 5 with all members present. They authorized Prof. Strasburg and Mr. Maxon to select and order required philosophical apparatus after reviewing offers. Bills approved include E. B. Cook clock 4.50 for Miss Drake’s room and Marvin & Wade 3.75. The meeting adjourned. S. E. Barney, Sec’y.
In the name of the Lutheran congregation we express sincere thanks to all who aided in building our house of worship. Though not costly, it is neat and pleasant and our debt is not great, covered by subscriptions though some items remain such as a bell and Sunday school library. We thank Mr A Leitch and lady and A Wright for their liberality. J.G. Bippiez.
Newly elected Elk hart Chapter officers were installed Tuesday by Past Grand High Priest E. W. H. Ellis of Goshen. The roster includes J. H. Hutchison H P O C Hill K E H Keene S F. W. Miller C H Jos. Abbott P. S Jos. Shackman R A U A Heald G M 3rd V C North G M 2nd V Geo. Jones G M 1st V Chas. Yost T Chas. B. Brodrick S D Asby G. Speeches by Rev. Hutchison and Dr. Ellis followed by an oyster supper at Mrs. Jaycox's.
At the October meeting Hook and Ladder Co elected Russ Mead foreman Geo W Garvin 2d assistant and Dave Carpenter 3d assistant after Harry Mochelle resigned due to illness and family needs His resignation was accepted with thanks and he will serve one more month under the new officers all praised as efficient and well drilled firemen.
The Fire Company met in regular session with H McLachlan presiding. A vote scheduled a parade with the Hook and Ladder Company for the 10th afternoon. The Engine Company will host a Christmas Eve masquerade ball at the Opera House. Members without parade uniforms on the 10th may be expelled.
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