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Elkhart Observer

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 02, 1874

Page

2

Elkhart Observer Names Molloy Editors and Brush Staff

The Elkhart Observer in Indiana lists Emma Molloy and Sei Ed Molloy as editors with RK. Brush among the staff. The notice item names local newsroom appointments and positions.

Honest Voter’s Question Speaks Against Col. Tucker Support

In the Democratic Union column, a reader questions Col. Tucker’s push to elect Theodore S Garvin. Col. Tucker replies with ten reasons for supporting Garvin, plus another justification, in this issue of the Ossenven.

Democratic Union Col. Tucker Theodore S’. Garvin Garvin Ossenven

Dissatisfaction at Goshen People's Convention over nominations

The South Bend Union reports bitter dissatisfaction at Goshen over the appointment of a nominating committee. It calls for the convention to select delegates and have them vote as a mass convention to avoid ill feeling, anticipating tensions during next month’s vote count.

People’s Convention Goshen St. Joseph County South Bend

Straits of Opposition Highlight Sheriff Candidate Miller

The piece notes varied arguments by Miller supporters and opponents in the county race. It portrays Samuel R. Miller denying a false affidavit while the Democratic Union defends his action, effectively condemning him by implication. The piece suggests both Miller and the Union should abandon the contest.

Samuel R. Miller Miller Democratic Union Union

Beecher AssurE leadership in storms over Murray claim

The letter alleges Charles L Murray claimed intimate relations with Henry Ward Beecher and confided interviews about alleged ladies’ virtue. The piece questions the claim’s truth and warns it could damage Beecher’s reputation, insisting the charge is a lie from the Democrat and shoddy journalism.

Charles L. Murray Henry Ward Beecher Mr. Beecher Murray Democrat

Comb Thief with a Razor Pretence Terrorizes Traveler

A frightened traveler confronts a barber with a knife disguised as a razor in a chaotic scene. The barber extorts payment for use of a comb, threatening violence and delivering boasts about grievances against traveling freeloaders. The narrator recalls prior payments, boxes of sand, and confederate scrip, ending with a wary warning of potential danger at the Island House barber shop.

Island House wash room combs and private barber claims

Telegraph from Toropo O dated August 21 1874 notes free combs and brushes at Island House barber shop amid dispute over a proprietor who allegedly charged guests ten cents a half minute. An adjacent editorial condemns Goshen Democrat attacks and mocks a critic Murray, claiming relentless abuse and a recent volley of replies has left him perforated.

Toropo O R. K. Brush Exxuart Ind Island House Elkhart Jie

Punctured He Collapses Like an Old Bladder

The statement depicts a collapse described with blunt imagery and a dismissive command to release him. It conveys a dramatic, unfamiliar scene without clear attribution or context.

Honest Voter Questions Col Tucker on Garvin for Auditor

In the Gruion columns an anonymous writer, calling himself Honest Voter, asks why Col Tucker backs Theodore F. Garvin for Auditor. The reply asserts Garvin is thoroughly competent, universally respected, and possesses strict integrity and legal capacity to manage county business.

Col. Tucker Theodore F. Garvin Ir. Garvin Ile

Dispute Over Boyer Mill Case Merges With Court Appeal

Bristol notes a contentious case between John Boyer and the Bristol Hydraulic Company, predicting extended litigation as the decision moves to the Supreme Court. Local sentiment suspects Boyer faces financial ruin, amid property encumbrances and disputes over dam era. Also reports apple peach grape commerce, regional travel, church activities, band reorganizations, depot progress, and camp meeting praise.

Bristol John Boyer Bristol Hydraulic Company Supreme Court Boyer Wim Merritt Iansas Floyd Floyd & Earnsburger Illinois M. E. Society Bitkin Hall Don Juan John

Local Notes Highlight Campaign, Shipments, and Local Events

Senator Pratt addresses the campaign here along with J H Baker. James Dever buried a child yesterday. Doctors report widespread sickness. Knights of Pythias won Laporte prize for best drilled lodge. Strong turnout to Soldiers Reunion at North Manchester. Wilson Charpie sold six Durdett organs in one week. Jos Defrees Jr departs for Naval Academy. Boyer case verdict for Boyer. Minnie Liswks party a success. Ida Gore visits friends here. Normalites plan a visit to Elkhart. Commissioners meet this week. Hingwor license petition single. Boiler explosion reported locally.

Pratt J. H. Baker James Dever Drs Knights of Pythias Laporte North Manchester Wilson & Charpie Durdett Ida Gore Elkhart

Accident in Gortner's machine shops sparks narrow escape

On Monday the 31st in Gortner's machine shops an engineer escaped injury in a close call. It is reported to be the second accident in the same shops recently. This week’s institute bids are poised to be the largest ever held here.

Gortner Indianapolis Ind The Republic Grantville Prirenarp Jd. R. Wilson Loxa Itt Mr. Pritccarp John Starks John Walker B. F. Pritchard East Washington Street

Tax Payers Debate on State and Local Taxes in Elkhart

The piece argues taxes are a universal burden and urges careful, honest, economical use of funds. It contrasts Democratic and Republican plans, praises Elkhart County’s low 20 cent levy, and defends current officials while urging salary reform and accountability.

Indiana Democratic Party Elkhart County Messrs P. C. Messick W. B. Garman Henry Stauffer Republican Party Republican Centra Committee Elkhart Clinton Benton Jackson Harrison Bango Olive Jefferson Middlebury York Osolo Cleveland Union Locke Concord Washington

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