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Newspaper
Elkhart Observer
Location
Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1873
Page
2
Woods for Judge in Fourth Judicial Circuit Goshen
William A Woods of Goshen seeks the post of Judge in the Whirty fourth Judicial Circuit covering Elkhart and Lagrange Counties. Wesley C Glasgow of LaGrange runs for Prosecuting Attorney in the same circuit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fourth Judicial Circuit
Elkhart
Lagrange
William A. Woods
Goshen
Wesley C. Glasgow
Subscriptions Offer for One Year Chromas and Poems
Promotes a yearly subscription with four elegant chroma choices including Putnam at the Plough Cross and Flowers Fruit Piece and Whittier Bare-foot Boy. Mentions 82 as a price or code.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Putnam
Whittier’s
Six Months and a Choice of Two Charming Chromes
The item offers six months and a choice of two chromes The Little Grocer and Gods Acre for $1 7 In addition a Frame Making Pamphlet will be supplied with grafix showing home frame making methods For further particulars contact Molloy and Brush Basement Post Office Building
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God's Acre
Molloy & Brush
Corner-stone laid as Masons attend capitol ceremony
The report notes Capt. Jack and the Modoc murderers were served their final desserts last Friday. It also mentions a large Masonry gathering, 21 commanderies, for the cornerstone ceremony of Michigan's new capitol.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack
Michigan Capitol
Political Call Urges Votes for Woods and Glasgow
A local voter notice urges Republicans to cast ballots on Tuesday the 11th to elect William A. Woods as Circuit Judge and W C Glasgow as Circuit Prosecutor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. A. Woods
W. C. Glasgow
Indianapolis Lew Debuts as A No 1 Weekly
The Indianapolis Lew a new paper edited and published by John O Hardesty formerly of Anderson is a top weekly and warmly welcomed to the press. The Army of the Tennessee reunion at Toledo on October 15 and 16 promises a grand affair with President Sherman and other celebrities expected and Senator Logan delivering the annual address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
John O. Hardesty
Anderson
Army of the Tennessee
Toledo
Gen. Sherman
Sen. Logan
Northern Indiana Editors Convene This City October 10
The second semi annual convention of editors and publishers from Northern Indiana will be held in this city next Friday October 10. The programme appears elsewhere. A strong turnout of the brethren is hoped for.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Observer asks if Judge Osborn courted a judgeship
The South Bend Union questions whether Judge Osborn ever pursued a partisan fight over a judgeship. The article notes he did not have a chance before the current moment to act on such a bid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborn
South Bend Union
Brush in town leaves large paper at office desk
R. K. Brush, who smoothes down the Elkhart Observer, was in the city today and left a very large piece of paper on our office desk. A light pun is noted on the reference to smoothing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. K. Brush
Elkhart
South Bend Tribune
Bro. Miller
Edinburg
Licotiana
Bellvue Hospital
New York City
Europe
Elart Elouse
Room
Visits of Elkhart observer brush inspire friendly regard
The genial observer R. K. Brush from Elkhart visited last Friday and his calls, though brief, warmed the spirits. A meeting with Herb Fassett and his brother also left a pleasant impression on the readers of the South Bend Union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
R. K. Brush
South Bend Union
Herb Fassett
Editorial quarrel over editors at OssERvER and St. Joseph
The edition notes a clash between R. K. Brush, Elkhart postmaster and OssERvER editor, and Bro Beal, praising female editors for flavor while asserting the paper’s daily business is the true driver. Ed is credited for poetry and the arts. the paper claims the solid work is by the regular editors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. K. Brush
Elkhart
The
Osserver
St. Joseph Valley Register
Bro. Beal
Governor Hendricks appoints J. D. Osborn judge
The governor appoints J D Osborn as district judge citing party loyalty over judicial fitness. The writer claims Osborn embodies democracy and will follow party direction, predicting voters will back him on the upcoming Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendricks
J. D.osborn
Special October Election Reminder and Public Notice
The second Tuesday of October marks a special election. Citizens are urged to participate as this vote differs from a general election and should not be overlooked or forgotten.
Observer Commentary on Judge Osborn and Union Dems
A fragment discusses Judge Osborn described as a Democrat and outspoken, with ties to the Union, and notes how his stance influenced radical factions in the county and caused wavering among Unionists and St. Jo Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Observer
Banks weather panic in Elkhart, praised as solid
Our Banks reports that Elkhart financial panic is ending as First National and St. Joseph Valley Banks survived without damage. The piece lauds these two institutions as substantial and well managed and confident they will gain renewed public trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elkhart
First National
St. Joseph Valley
Voters urged to support Judge Wm A Wood
Voters are urged to choose in the upcoming district election next Tuesday. The piece argues for Judge Wm A Wood as the Republican candidate, praising honesty and capability and claiming the judiciary as the safeguard of liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlebury
Wm. A. Wood
Judge Osborn Criticized Over Licenses Decision
The piece argues Judge Osborn acted hastily and with suspect motives in a liquor license ruling that expanded local saloons, claims it violated ten day appeal rules, and urges voters to consider his conduct at the polls next Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborn
Board of Commissioners
Law
Republican urged to back Woods for Circuit Judge
A call declares Osborn unfit as a No party candidate and accuses O H Main of falsity in backing him. It urges Republicans to vote for William A Woods, praising his character, legal ability, and party loyalty over Osborn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. D. Osborn
O. H. Main
QO. H. Main
Wm. A. _Woods
First issue of Indiana Courier praised for bold cabbage essay
Fassett and Brownfield publish the Indiana Courier in South Bend with a claimed circulation of a thousand. Editor John B. Stoll signs a playful salutatory note about a cabbage topic, and the piece earns mixed reactions about German and Democrat readership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fassett & ‘Brownfield
Indiana Courier
New Crerman
South Bend
John B. Stoll
John
Observer Quibble Quote About Senator Mor ton Back Pay
Fragmentary Observer report notes a quibble over a cornering statement about Senator Mor ton and a claim of back pay. Source text is garbled and lacks clear facts or names beyond Mor ton reference.
Morton Refused Back Pay Says Goshen Democrat
The OssEaver cites the Goshen Democrat accusing Senator Morton of never accepting back pay and claiming he left the money with the Secretary. The letter asks when Morton changed his mind and received the back pay he supposedly refused.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Goshen Democrat
OssEaver
Morton
North and South Road Progress Near Marion A R Bridge
The Marion Chronicle notes gradual progress on the C. W. and M. A. R. with piling out from the south abutment of the Wabash bridge. Scraper work near Ashland continues and heavy construction three miles north of Marion nears completion as track laying nears, promising soon the sound of the iron horse from the north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Chronicle
Wabash Bridge
Ashland
Marion
Iron Horse
New Books on War History and Bible Reference
A listing promotes A Pictorial Book of the Late War by Frazar Kirkland with over three hundred engravings priced $3.75 to $5.00. Also advertised is the illustrated Polyglot Family Bible offered by agent E. H. Swarthout, priced $8.00 to $15.50, featuring marginal references, a Bible dictionary, denomination sketches, and a marriage certificate album.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Jackson
Lincoln
Frazar Kirkland
E. H. Swarthout
Swarthout
Journey Downward by Water to Chicago Chronicle
The narrative describes a river voyage with stops at Swat eighteen miles above St. Jo and a wrecked Magnolia steamship observed from the Dot. Camped in a pine grove atop a bluff once an Indian village, the party enjoys grand river views and picnic crowds. They reach St. Jo on Friday and plan to arrive in Chicago the following morning after three weeks afloat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Swat
Squire King
St. Jo
Magnolia
Ain Delly
Hoyt House
Anet
William
Chicago
Elkhart
Erna L. Minzs
Voyage narrative from St Jossex to Ox-Bow bend encampment
The letter from St Jossex Mich dated Sept 28 reports a voyage reembarkation from Berrien Springs after a separation. It describes camping on Samuel Saulpaugh’s estate, hospitality from Geo Redfield, a fierce wind and a thunder storm near an Ox-Bow river bend, and continuation of the journey with tents pitched in difficult conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson
Samuel Saulpaugh
Geo. Redfield
Adamavillé
Gressier
Democrats Question Non-Partisan Judiciary in Elkhart LaGrange Race
The LaPorte Herald comments on Judge Osborn moving from South Bend Union to a circuit seat covering Elkhart and La Grange counties as an independent candidate opposing Republican W A Woods. It ridicules Democratic calls for a nonpartisan judiciary while noting Republicans hold a 600 vote edge and recalls Gov Hendricks last spring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborn
South Bend
Hendricks
Indiana
LaPorte Herald
Wilhofts Tonic and Cure Promoted as Great Remedy
Broad claim laden notice touts Wilhoft s Tonic as a universal cure for fever ague chills and ailments from malarial districts. It insists the tonic is safe nonpoisonous and invigorating restoring vigor and complexion while denying harsh side effects though offers no verifiable evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilhoft
Passenger Agents Open for Inquiries in Buffalo and St Louis
Contact F Thompson at 157 Exchange St Buffalo or B A Ford in St Louis for prompt answers to travel questions and bookings from the Northern Passenger Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erston
F. Thompson
Northern
Buffalo
N. Y
B.A. Ford
AB. Louis
Missouri Kansas & Texas Railway opens northeastern extension
The Missouri Kansas and Texas Railway completes the Hannibal to Sedalia extension and runs elegant trains from Hannibal to Denison. Passengers from Iowa Wisconsin Minnesota and the Upper Mississippi region gain a short and cheap route to Missouri Kansas the Indian Nation and Texas. Through Pullman sleeping cars and day coaches operate from St. Louis via Sedalia. For schedules and maps contact James D. Brown Sedalia or Tuos Dorwin St Louis. Also notes Dodge's Drug Store and a job ad for seamstresses at Mrs S H Bostey's rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Kansas
Texas Railway
Hannibal
Sedalia
Denison
Iowa
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Upper Mississippi
Chicago
Illinois
Michigan
Indian Nation
Texas
Kansas City
Great South
St. Louis
James .D. Brown
Gen
Tuos. Dorwin
Gen's
Ag’t
St.Louis
Editorial Brevities on Local Trade and Supplies
The note highlights Minnichs stock of stoves and Shackman’s clothing line. Maxon Parmater Co. sells lumber on reasonable terms to help homes, Jos Berolzhime grows the insurance business, and H C Wright Co. braces for a heavy run on lumber, insisting they cannot be exhausted or compelled to suspend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shackman
Maxon, Parmater & Co
H.C., Wright & Co
Advertised Letters List and Post Office Note
A long list of names appears as advertised letters awaiting pickup. The notice states letters are not advertised until one year in office and directs applicants to call and provide the list date. Additional instruction notes BETTEN DIRECTION and mentions letters under Dr E Beardsley and Mrs Weigner among foreign and other names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betten
E Beardsley
Madison
R. K. Brush
P. M
Missourian Westward Route Promoted by Missouri Pacific
The Missouri Pacific Railroad markets a direct St Louis to western destinations route with Day Coaches and Pullman Sleepers. Encourages settlers and travelers seeking Missouri Kansas Nebraska Colorado Utah Wyoming Nevada Oregon or California to choose this railroad for safe quick passage with no changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mississippi
Missouri
Kansas
Nebraska
Colorado
Utah
Wyoming
Nevada
Oregon
California
St.Louis
Missouri Pacific Railroad
St. Louis
Missouri Pacific
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Emma Molloy
Ephors
the Osserven
Elkhar
the Weekly Observer
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New Books
St. Joseph River
St. Jossex, Mich
Dodge’s Drug Store
S. H. Bostey
Editorial Brevities
Minnich
Jos. Berolzhime
Andre A Bahaa Dolie Bowman Samuel Beverly Thomas Gilouse
Daniel Came
James Crasa Salman
L Deasney Asey Evens
Miss Fagan
John Ferris
Mary Glenney
Edward Griffith
Harvey
Horn Frederick Harter
H Hawkins
Hall David Johnson
Jackson Louisa Kessler
Samuel Means
Bro Morse
Edward
Manning HD
Letelin Anderson
Frank Scholler
Stofficé
Elkhart, Ind
Parker Sarah Pryer
Sidney J
Powles
William Roebincon
Frank Reeves
James A
Scofield
A.C
Stewart Evan
Shaw Ella F
Sheldon George W Shupert
Horace Shupert
H L
Stewart
Sailor Jacob Stephenson
Samuel
Seaman RD
Talbot
L Teeter
Samuel Thomas William
Weigner
George West
J W
Woodard
Osso Walsh
Richard
Jake Mish
Phil
Christman
Main ST
Cale
CssEnvEs Officee
Price
Marria
Hobert
Robert J. Culverwell
M. D
J.C. Kline &Coo
Sciwerr
New York
Herald of Truth
MEI
Elkhart, Mnd
Joun
B. Funk & Bro
Richley’s
Miinnuiloen
Main Street
Main and
Jackson Sts
Clifton House
Hicke & Mirk
Carbon & Castor
Elias Howe
Elias Howe J
Cord
R. K. Fellows
MAIN
United States
Bartel
Dr. Barth & Co
Ind
N. B
Elkhart House
Elxuart House
Star Millinery
Bollom’s Variety Store
Jackson Street
Millinery Goods
Seth Denend
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