The Philosophy of the Recent Elections Explored
The Elkhart Observer surveys election results across states, noting temperance issues, party shifts, and reform impacts. It contrasts Republican gains from temperance votes with Democratic strength in various districts and the evolving political landscape in Indiana. It cites figures from Ohio, Nebraska, Iowa, and West Virginia while arguing for temperance-focused party leadership and future strategy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Murray
Hendricks
Chicago Times
Gen. Coburn
Kankakee
Porter County
Laporte
Congress
Ohio
Iowa
Nebraska
West Virginia
Michigan
Kansas
North
Republican Party
Indiana
Baker
Grant
To the Victors Belong the Spoils
An excerpt traces the phrase shibboleth of the Democratic party from its Andrew Jackson origins. It notes the refrain as a beacon for Murray and Democratic aides during difficult times, describing its long-standing use in campaigns and battles. The fragment emphasizes the party’s historic identity and rallying cry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Andrew Jackson
Murray
Contested Democratic Race For U S Senate Looms
A lively Legislature session looms as Democratic leaders brace for a bruising Senate fight. McDonald, current Democratic State Central Committee chair, is seen as the strongest candidate, backed by Gov. Morton’s 1864 political assault. Dan Voorhees and Judge Holman are also named. Hendricks is noted to be out.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
McDonald
Democratic State Central Committee
Gov
Morton
Dan Voorhees
Judge Holman
Hendricks
Woman Endurance Upheld After Defeat
A woman who works sixteen hours in a day proclaims herself in excellent health and refuses to be sentimentally affected by a single defeat, while her editress’s friends find humor in the accusation of fainting.
OssERvVER Report Recalls Mrs Molloy Brush Sermon
A quip from the Democrat quotes Mrs Molloy-Rev Brush railing that Indiana and Ohio have all gone to hell and notes a fainting Emma and Brush’s dramatic gesture. It questions why one wag’s bark prolongs the other’s attack and remarks the remark remains alive.
Repeal Debate Split by Gender in Indiana Campaign
The Logansport Star argues the temperance issue should reflect the will of all people not just men. It contends women deserve a vote on liquor laws and denounces reliance on male voters alone. It questions who counts as the people in shaping Indiana policy.
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Murray
Court House
Goshen Democrat
Reform Party
New Democratic Board of County Commissioners
Col. Tucker
Republican Board of Commissioners
Tom
Harry
Freeman Kelley
Logansport Star
Indiana
America
Temperance lecture draws large Elkheart crowd
Oct 26 Rev Mr Mahin spoke at the M E church in Elkheart at 3 p m on temperance drawing a large audience. Bristol has one saloon with no permit and suspicions arise the owners will face trouble. Williamson Co and Meacham ship fruit west. bought over a thousand barrels at up to 2 25 per barrel. Albers of the furniture company, injured recently, shows slow improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mahin
Elkhart
M. E
Bristol
Messrs. Williamson & Co
Meacham
Albers
Furniture Company
Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes and Street Walk Orders
The Board met in regular session with Cook Mc Naughton Chapman Gravit and Wright present. Minutes were read and approved. The board allowed 18 to John Dyggett for six days work in Grace Lawn Cemetery. It was moved to instruct property owners on the north side of Railroad street to lay sidewalks within ten days. The same order to middlebury street and the north side of Marion street. The marshal instructed owners on the west side of Main street to lay new walks when needed, to be as wide as the new sections recently built. Wright and Gravit appointed to repair the sewer on Harrison street. Board adjourned due to lack of business.
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Cook
McNaughton
Chapman
Gravit
Wright
John Dyggett
Grace Lawn Cemetery
Railroad Street
Middlebury Street
Marion Street
Main Street
Messrs. Wright and
Harrison Street
W. H. Kwickernocker
Keystones and Actives End In Draw In Elkhart Ball Game
A Wednesday baseball match between the Ft Wayne Keystones and Elkhart Actives ended in a drawn 9 inning game as dusk fell. Errors by key players stalled the finish, with three runners on base in the ninth. Captains Dacy and Myers and the Umpire declared a nine-inning championship draw. The event drew praise for the ball, floor work by Myers and Thorpe, and a superb supper at Host Wickwire's.
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Keystones
Ft. Wayne
Elkhart
John Dacy
Billy Myers
Owas
Messrs
Geo. Thorpe
Wickwire
Fatal Farm Accident Near Mishawaka Last Monday
Officer Curtiss reports a man was killed on Towles farm near Mishawaka while hauling wheat from a threshing machine. After unhitching the team except for one tug, frightened horses bolted, knocking the driver down and dragging the wagon over him. The axle likely caused the fatal injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curtiss
Towles Farm
Mishawaka
Elkhart Choral Union Forms After Large Church Meeting
A large meeting of musicians at the Presbyterian church elected Dr. Work as chairman and Miss Marietta Smith as secretary to organize a musical association. Speeches supporting the move were given by Rev. Barr, Mr. Devor, and Mr. Strasburg. Rules were adopted and a nominating committee named to select permanent officers. The group adjourned to meet next Tuesday to complete the organization and elect officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Work
Marietta Smith
Barr
Devor
Strasburg
Barger
Henrietta Goodspeed
Frank Stephens
Bressler
Gore
Dr. Cummins
Middlebury Town Pride After Election Turnout
Election results leave State leaders divided while Middlebury boasts its status as banner town of the county. Residents celebrate a local victory as J. Cooper and M. A. Cordrey upgrade their hardware and variety store frontage, with C. S. Mather continuing extensive paint and whitewash work despite ongoing renovations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Middlebury
J. Cooper
M. A. Cordrey
C.S. Mather
Local Market Notes and Oddities From ZUNKEY Letter
The column notes diverse stock attracting customers. The matrimonial market is dull but may revive. A citizen once attempted to weigh two ounces of nutmegs in a peck measure, seen as suspicious. Corn husking progresses and swine rejoice.
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Zunkey
Fire at Marvin Co. grocery store in Kahler block
An afternoon alarm reported an incipient fire at J. L. Marvin & Co. grocery in the Kahler block. Fire started from a rag pile under the cellar window, possibly incendiary, but was quickly extinguished with water and help from Funk’s tank. Seven to eight barrels of coal oil heated and burst, one run dry before firefighters arrived. Mr Marvin praised the fire company for prompt service.
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J. L. Marvin & Co
D. 8. Kahler
Funk
Designers and merchants dot a bustling gossip column
A Washington paper is questioned about claims of impressing a gas firm while Jas Miller draws attention with the ladies via millinery. Maxon Parmater & Co offer lumber bargains. an abortive Cleveland women’s crusade disappoints bonnet fans. Rush’s repairs wagons and buggies. New York restaurant touts paroxysmal stews. Jaycox’s sells stews and other fare. Cough season nears. Johnson’s Anodyne Liniment advertised for throat and lung ailments both internally and externally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maxon, Parmater & Co’s
Cleveland
Rush’s
Johnson
Celluloid Truss Offered by Bucklen & Son Drug Store
Elkhart's Isaac Bucklen & Son's Drug Store promotes the Celluloid Truss highlighting moisture resistance strength and comfort. The English steel spring is fully clad in celluloid with a matching pad creating a durable reliable and economical device that lasts a lifetime and prevents odor during use.
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Isaac Bucklen
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Goshen
ED Turnock
Agent of the Covenant Life Ins. Co
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Ivery
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Corneline ‘Erwilliger
Olive Township
Elkhart County
Richard Terwilliger
Cornelius’ Terwilliger
Willa
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