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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1872
Page
2
The Elkhart Observer reports a devastating Boston fire that destroyed over two hundred acres of central business blocks and caused extensive property losses. The piece links to Chicago’s 1871 blaze and praises Boston’s future recovery, urging rapid rebuilding and national support.
The snippet notes that Chet Baker attended the depot last night to catch his train but showed little interest in returns dispatches. It clarifies the writer confused Baker with the election returns and asserts Baker cared about the returns and dispatches reading, not the Review reporter.
The document provides a countywide vote summary for Elkhart County with the date November 5 and is signed by A. M. Tucker, Auditor of Elkhart County. The text lists the official tally details and confirms the auditor's certification of the vote.
The Elkhart Observer proclaims itself the live local paper refining its role. It vows to include county juror lists for December and January terms and township trustee elections from October, aiming to be the county’s premier focal paper alongside the Goselin Times.
The Ligonier Banner reports Hiram Iddings has filed the necessary papers in the Clerk's office to contest the election of Representative Stanly, who won over Pricket the Republican nominee by votes.
The Warsaw Indiaman reports a man named John Wesley Phillips died after a stone struck him during the stoning of a returning train near Milford. The attack also injured several others, including a boy, as the crowd targeted passengers after the Goshen rally. Authorities are urged to find and punish the culprits, condemning the mob action as intolerable and dangerous to civil order.
The LaPorte Argus thanks Lew Salkeld assistant engine dispatcher at Elkhart for a late visit to the city of great expectations. Formerly with LaPorte shops he gains a new responsible position and his old friends rejoice at his good fortune. We appreciate his guided tour of the mammoth shops.
The LaGrange county banner Republican stronghold in Northern Indiana shows a growing majority this October, surpassing 1868 levels as Lake county also tops its 1568 tally by 76. Huntington County is urged to follow, with 1872 gains noted. The Concord township alone records a 130 vote surge since 1868.
A terse plea repeats the phrase subscribe for the Ossever, asserting it is beneficial and proper to do so. The short note emphasizes collective approval and action.
The Indianapolis Journal lauds Lieutenant Governor Will Cumback for his steadfast rulings as Senate president during key 1869 and 1871 constitutional crises. It credits his adherence to two thirds of the whole number for quorum and his refusal to sign flawed apportionment bills, preventing a Democratic attempt to alter legislative power and shaping Indiana's political history.
A biographical note recounts a political wager between Democrats D S Beardsley and A E Faber, after the Cincinnati Convention. The pact fixed that if Grant or Greeley won, Faber would wheel Beardsley ten miles. if neither won, Beardsley would wheel Faber the same distance. Returns show Faber lost and Beardsley won. Faber will wheel, Beardsley ride.
The New Opera House proprietor Mr Brodrick, partner in Brodrick Brothers dry goods, notes progress toward a December opening with Sherwood's troupe to inaugurate良 and signals optimism about sustaining two opera houses in the city. He praises the Observer for fair reports and hints at a planned announcement date.
Boston November 10 reports a sprawling blaze starting at Summer and Kingston streets, destroying hundreds of buildings, lofts, and warehouses. Fire spreads across blocks driven by wind, with gunpowder explosions, Marines on duty, militia discussion, and multi-plant losses reaching over 100 million dollars.
Indianapolis lawmakers gathered as candidates flock to offices and caucus decisions loom. W K Edwards of Terre Haute is seen as likely speaker with Cyrus T Nixon as clerk. Senate contenders include Asbury Steele and Jason B Brown for pro tem, while Morton appears poised for unanimous party re election.
The LaPorte region reports widespread drinking, the Zouaves in new uniforms, and Jas Butler in jail after an attempted vaccine incident. Adam Hisler faces trial for shooting his son in Michigan City amid a family quarrel. 91 year old Father Bolster votes for Grant. Episcopal church relocation in South Bend. billiards star Joe Dion performs at St. Joseph Hotel. water works project promises strong power once trunking is completed, with residents divided on costs.
South Bend Register notes a calm election in Mishawaka with brief local updates. A. B. Judson returns from Indianapolis. Dr. J. M. Manwaring of Warsaw is visiting. Schools report full attendance. Charles Hoffman absent two weeks. A child injured his elbow at school. Colfax rally hindered by rain as M E church crowds overflowed.
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