Elkhart Observer Dominates Local Newspaper Scene
The Elkhart Observer led by editor Emma Molloy and staff R K Brusii claims the largest regional circulation, surpassing competitors confined mainly to Elkhart and surrounding areas.
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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1873
Page
2
Democratic press splits over post election victories
The Democratic press shows division in its views on the recently claimed Democratic victories, reflecting internal disagreement about their significance and implications.
Openseven Advice on Money Circulation During Hard Times
The text urges those with wealth to circulate money to boost the economy while those without fortune should let economy be their guiding motive. It presents a pragmatic stance on financial behavior amid tough times with emphasis on circulation over hoarding.
Indianapolis Sv Shines Brighter Week By Week Capitol Paper
The Indianapolis Sv is praised for consistent improvement and is one of the five leading papers at the Capitol. The message expresses cheerful endorsement of the publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Sv
Capitol
Debated party ties in Credit Mobilier and salary bill cases
The text questions whether key figures in the Credit Mobilier scandal and the salary bill, Brooks and Damiel Voorhees, were Republicans and whether their actions reflect GOP responsibility in prompting the House to approve the measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City Cimes
Louis
Brooks
Credit Mobilier
Damiel Voorhees
House of Representatives
Times not hard says financier urging debt payment
The writer argues scarcity of money is due to lack of confidence not a true economic shortage. Money is plentiful and silver payments plus gold inflows should boost circulation, helping debtors pay creditors and benefit all.
German vote politics and defection feelings in 19th century election
The article discusses Carl Schurz’s boast about wielding the German vote and its proven vanity after a presidential campaign. It notes Hesing’s Chicago paper claiming German Republican influence in the Northwest and likens it to Cincinnati’s newspaper syndicate. It argues Germans resist centralized political control and warns politicians against relying on one leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Schurz
Democratic Union
Republican Party
Hesing
Chicago
Northwest
Cincinnati
Schurz
Virginius Captured by Spanish Tornado Near Jamaica
A Havana letter recounts the Virginius being pursued by the Spanish war steamer Tornado on Oct 30 near Morrant Bay. After fire and boarding, prisoners were taken. the Virginius, flying a U S flag, had its papers and crew transferred to the Tornado and Cantabro, then sailed to Santiago de Cuba. The capture sparked a rapid public reaction in port.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Virginius
Kingston
Santiago de Cuba
Morrant Bay
Tornado
Jamaica
Cantabro
A Kansas frontier town notes rail boom and prairie life
Emma Newman, Minnie Rohrig, Mary Stauffer and other students are listed among strong school performers as the A T S F railroad expands into southeastern Kansas. The letter describes Emporia to Hutchinson as a rapidly settling region with wheat and corn markets and coal and mineral prospects in nearby Colorado and New Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Chicago
Kansas
Elkhart
Denison
Red River
Emporia
Cottonwood
Arkansas Valley
Indian Territory
Arkansas
Indiana
Hutchison
Rocky Mountains
Colorado
New Mexico
Pennsylvania
Virginia
Trinidad
Rayne
Priuary
Nellie Higgins
Katie Prather
Parwary
Ella Manchester
Priwary
Mary Calvert
Teresa Fox
Katie Frazer
Hattie Jackman
Martha Funk
Ralph Davenport
Johnnie Lusher
Priusrary
Jennie Oliver
Minnie Gregg
Willie Crane
Charlie True
Bertha Christman
Lulu Darling
Eddie Walley
Frank Clark
Bertie White
Phoebe Funk
Ella Proctor
Libbie Hull
Anna Leeman
Orpha Kreider
Nancy Redding
Christie Powden
Ira Fisher
Hicu Scuoott
Hattie Blythe
Hattie Chase
Myron Meader
Florence Davenport
Maria Fisher
Stella McKinstry
A. L. Lamport
James Upp
Kit McKean
Mary Foster
Sylvia Higgins
Sarah Lusher
Louisa Martin
Mary Lusher
Fred White
Derland Swinehart
Sophia Hohn
Katie Rohrig
Charles H. Smith
James Strong
Lucy Powell
Harmon Case
Alice White
Della Danforth
Alma Terwilliger
Chas. Hutchison
Fred Hunt
Etta Henry
Libbie Vanderlip
Mary Titus
Lena Voisinett
Minnie Hull
Alma Johnson
Harry Sherman
Della Newman
Fred Enos
J. K. Watts
Virginias Expedition Sails for Cuba Amid Court Martial Fallout
Accounts differ on the Virginias position at capture as the Tornado held a second court martial from 9 to 4 aboard. Prisoners, except four named men, were moved to the city jail escorted by volunteers and marines. The commander Burrie proposed swift execution to avoid foreign intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bambeta
Jesus del Sol
Ryan
Pedro Cespedes
Burril
Burrie
Havana
de Marinatz
United States
Kingston
Colon
Jamaica
Diario
Santiago de Cuba
Hayti
Cuba
Felony cases few. misdemeanors dominate local docket
The term lists two to three felony inquiries for stolen watches by Dodge and Richardson of Elkhart and a rifle theft by a Fair from Ohio. Most cases are misdemeanors prosecutable by affidavits, with discussion on grand jury roles and reforms, Ed Winnegar presiding as foreman and about twenty misdemeanor inquiries expected, with lawyer M F Shuey present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gosnen
Ind
Ossenver
Circuit Court
Goshen
Hascall’s Hall
Gosher
Geo. S. Boutwell
Massachusetts
the Treasury
Court House
America
Elkhart
England
Gether
Dodge
Richardson
Fair
Irom Ohio
Ed Winnegar
M. F. Shuey
Elkhart Public Schools Report for November 1873
School statistics show attendance and tardiness figures for Elkhart districts and note a springing rebound after a scarlet fever panic. East Elkhart closes for winter while Fifth Ward hosts a new room. lists students with perfect punctuality and attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Elkhart
Powell to Speak on Spectrum Analysis in Elkhart
L. R. Royces lauds Rev. E. P. Powell of St. Louis as an engaging speaker on spectrum analysis. Powell has studied the subject a decade, lecturing in major cities and aiming to simplify complex ideas for children. He uses drawings to illustrate concepts and has earned praise for clarity and charm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epirexs
E. P
Powell
Mr. Powell
L. R. Royces
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