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Newspaper

Elkhart Observer

Location

Elkhart, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1874

Page

2

State Ticket Names for Indiana Ballot

Republican lineup lists Curry Terre Haute Wor Auditor James Al Whldspan Kokomo Wor Treasurer Joan B. Glover Bedford Attorney General James C. Denny Knox Supt of Public Instruction John M. Bloss New Albany Judge Supreme Court 5th Dist Andrew L. Osborn LaPorte

Wow. Curry Terre Haute O. Wor James AL Whldspan Kokomo Joan B. Glover Bedford James C. Denny Knox John M. Bloss New Albany Supreme Court Andrew L. Osborn LaPorte

Political Slates Include Baker and Glasgow for Local Races

For Congress in the 13th District John J. Baker of Elkhart County is listed along with W. G. Glasgow of LaGrange for Prosecuting Attorney. The slate outlines candidates and their county ties.

John J. Baker Elkhart County W. G. Glasgow LaGrange County

Republican County Ticket for Local Officials

The slate lists candidates for Representative LACOB BECHTEL Clerk THOMAS H DAILY Auditor THEODORE F GARVIN Treasurer FREDERICK W MILCER Recorder GEORGE F MANN Sheriff JOAN W STETLER Coroner ALONZO WADE Surveyor WILLIAM McCORD Real Estate Appraiser CHRISTIAN W NUSBAUM War Commissioner Middle District WILLIAM C ELLIOTT

Republican County Ticket Lacob Bechtel Thomas H. Daily Theodore F. Garvin Frederick W. Milcer George F. Mann Joan W. Stetler Alonzo Wade William McCord Christian W. Nusbaum William C. Elliott

James set challenge for Murray in Goshen Democrat

Henley James master of the State Grange issues a tough nut to Murray of the Goshen Democrat. Charles predicts a week before reply. Tally one for James.

Henley James State Grange Murray Goshen Democrat Charles James

O H Main Payment From Temperance Alliance Questioned

Citizens question how much O H Main received from the Temperance Alliance for locating Faber and Upham on wrong lots and for omitting to certify Captain Hammond as a suitable mint juleps seller.

O. H. Main Temperance Alliance Messrs. Faber and Upham Capt. Hammond

Observer Seeks Publicity After Divorce Case History

Goshen Democrat notes Emma Molloy cannot republish her Observer article due to John H. Baker’s candidacy. It accuses Murray of vilification and mocks the Observer for relying on rival papers for readable content.

Emma Molloy the Observer John H. Baker Emma Goshen Democrat Dremrera

Permit Authority Questioned by Goshen Mothers Group

The Goshen Moms group asserts that a permit cannot be granted to alter city or town boundaries unless applicants present names of a majority of legal voters signing in each district. They argue that without this, the permit claim should be blocked.

Editor questions Spangler method printing postal cards

The piece denounces Michael Spangler for printing a thousand postal cards to press tax collection on distressed poor congregations. It accuses Spangler, called hypocritical and mean, of exploiting residents to demand tribute and questions his conscience and accountability.

Democratic Union Michael Spangler Spianson

Disoriented men run afoul of court in benzine case

In a small town a pair of ex-saloon keepers were found utterly confused about their residence and intentions to sell benzine while two others showed lack of trustworthiness to mix whiskey or craft brandy smashers. The court addressed these miscreants.

Fraud accusation directed at J W Sweet clarified

In a Saturday issue the paper identifies J W Sweet as the subject of a fraud remark and explains the remark was softened with milder terms. The note also defends D W Sweet as an honest Democrat and asks readers to dismiss any harsher interpretation of the statement.

Michael Spangler J. W. Sweet Mr. Spangler D. W. Sweet

Notable Names In A Long-standing Court Of Opinion

A fragment notes that besides Charles L. Murray the rest are respectable, signaling a judge or official's high regard toward peers. Meant as a retrospective remark within a legal or civic discussion.

Col Tucker Depicted as Salary Graber in Elk Hart County

Goshen Democrat quotes Charles I. Murray praising Col Tucker while condemning charges of salary grabbing. The letter claims Tucker would drain the county treasury if more like him existed, and suggests he would command a larger majority if he ran again.

Col. Tucker Elkhart County Goshen Charles I. Murray Averder

Jefferson Davis and Democrats in the Civil Rights Debates

The piece mocks Jefferson Davis as a partisan whose remarks shift with campaigns and accuses Democrats of hypocrisy on race rights. It cites Davis’s past as protector then condemns him as an anti negro figure, while praising Republicans and denouncing Democratic votes against civil rights measures and school access for colored people.

Davis Jeff Davis South Mr. Davis Jefferson Davis Chicago Times Congress Fernando Wood House Senate Sanborn

Charley Greene Seeks Re election as County Treasurer

Charley Greene the Democratic County Treasurer and incumbent seeks re election. He is listed as a candidate in the county race with the party backing and support anticipated for the upcoming vote.

Charley Greene

Political pressures endanger Greene in county race

The letter argues Greene faced fraud and political attacks over votes in Con cord township and countywide influence. It claims a prior favor-based friendship tainted his image, warns that delay and internal rivalries ruined his renomination prospects and helped the Republican party.

Col Tucker Under Fire From Opponents In County Fight

The piece characterizes Col Tucker as a victim of Democratic vilification while defending his past county leadership and demanding open inspection of his books. It contrasts Tucker with Mr Greene and argues Republicans should unite behind Fred W Miller as the loyal candidate for Congress.

Green Union Greene Mr. Greene Republican Party Fred W. Miller

Elkhart County Democratic Treasurer Seeks Re election

The Democratic Treasurer of Elkhart County, T. Greene, elected two years ago by Republican votes, runs for reelection relying on Republican support. The article criticizes his character and political reliance, noting he would fail without GOP aid.

Greene Concord Township Elkhart Fred Miller Murray Sweet Wentieman Elkhart County

A warning against Democratic Liberal Reform candidates

The writer brands Sweet and Murray as hypocrites and tarantulas, claiming their election is impossible. They express personal friendships with other local figures and urge a strong, decisive defeat, predicting they will be beat far out of sight.

Refor Sweet Murray Green Geo. Barney

Political tirade warns of corrupt candidates draining funds

The speaker accuses Sweet and Murray of friendship masking exploitation, urging donors to fund removal of “leeches” from the county. Without a concerted fundraising effort, the candidates risk a total defeat and an inadequate race, weighed down by dead weight.

Sweet Murray

Miller Sworn Affidavit Ties Hammond Fine to Sheriff Race

The piece links P. E. Hammond fined $30 to a prior report in the Daily Oxns Ervr ER and notes Samuel R. Miller, a sheriff candidate, swore Hammond could not obtain justice locally. The column questions Miller’s fitness to administer justice in Elkhart County if elected.

P. E. Hammond Oxns Ervr Samuel R. Miller Hammond Miller Elkhart County

Editor Misses Deadline Over Postal Card Funds

Citizens demand explanation from the Democratic editor about the postal card printing. They question charges by Chas. T. Green, County Treasurer, and seek details on payment method and funds. The letter accuses misappropriation by Sweet and calls for exposure of alleged swindle affecting railroad shop workers harassed by local Democratic officials.

Democratic Union Chas. T. Green Courtty

Kerosene Explosion Injures Five at Division Street Home

Last evening about 7 30 as train dispatcher Newell Jackman filled a lamp a kerosene explosion caused a sheet of flame. Mrs Nancy Melor visiting the family from the east was badly burned trying to smother the fire. Jackman and Mrs Melon suffered burns to hands and limbs. oil in the can remained unspent leading to speculation of spontaneous combustion.

Newell Jackman Division Street Main Street Nancy Melor

Garvin Nominated for County Auditor on Positive Voter View

A letter argues Theo F Garvin is best qualified for county auditor. It cites his accounting skill neat books deputy auditor experience five years civic character and service to taxpayers. It condemns Col Tucker backed candidate as inferior and praises Garvin as honest efficient and deserving of public trust.

Union S. Union Col. A.M. Tucker Theo. F. Garvin Indiana Garvin

Honest Voter and County Office Holders under Fire

A.M. Tucker, county auditor, defends county finances and audits from fraud claims. He notes the courthouse houses Democratic officers and claims tax records are open to any taxpayer for examination. He invites scrutiny, stating receipts exist for every payment and urging investigators to come forward.

A.M. Tucker

Death of M Guizot Reported and Local Hunting Bee

The death of M Guizot, noted French historian, is announced. A hunting bee in Bango and Olive Townships yielded two to three hundred game including 58 chickens by Jake Howenstein. The event ended with a grand supper. Also mentions Freeman Broombaugh building a house and railroad shops dismissals.

Bango Olive Jake Howenstein Boyer Freeman Broombaugh Duh Street

Temperance Lectures Draw Large Goshen Crowd

Sept 14 Mrs Shephard of Rockford Ill lectured here last week on temperance. The meetings were well attended and well received. A team from J P Hawks ran away injuring Miss Minnie Hawks and Miss Evans slightly. Sickness grows. Goshenites plan to hear Philip Phillips in Elkhart tonight. Normal school thriving. Wm Davis of this city buried a son last Friday. Elkhart saloons have been represented here recently. Mr Bluntisney seeks trade. W L Nelson and family, formerly of Goshen now Evanston Ill, visit H D Wilson family. Mrs Babb and Mrs Cook in town Thursday. Mrs Maggie Stotts from your place visits. Mrs Maggie McGuffin, a local teacher, left for Terre Haute to attend the State Normal.

Shephard Rockford Ill J. P. Hawks Miss Minnie Hawks Miss Evans Philip Phillips Elkhart Wm. Davis Bluntisney Ww. L. Nelson Evanston, Ill H. D. Wilson Goshen Babb

Temperance talk criticized as tame in village lecture

The M E church hosted a temperance lecture by Mrs. Lee of Salem praised by some but viewed as lacking. The piece notes local taste for strong, intellectual speakers and mentions residents like W R Merritt and S B Romaine, a weathered health report, and upcoming public school with Prof EK B Myers as principal.

M. E Temperance Lee W. R. Merritt Kansas S. B. Romaine Goshen Street Maffit Sales EK. B. Myers

Also Mentioned on This Page

Charles L. Murray Jetf Davis A. M. ‘Tucker H. B. Saylor Alurray Tucker Mas. T. Greene M. Guizot Selo! Books Truby Pigeon Street Cincinnati, Wabash & Michigan R. R Dfarion Alain Line Michigan Division Air Warsaw Pittsburg Ft. Wa Chicago North Manchester Detroit, Bel Tver and Illinois Wabash Toledo, Wabash and Western Railroad Alarion Pittsburgh Cincinnati Riverside Green House Cor Prospect Bower Streets Lyne & Markey Ree and Saeda Bers C. Garvin Bristol Main ST A. L. Fisher Pigeon Streets Guipe Baptist Church DE. H. B. Carmack We and Children Aee Orton T. Chamberlain Notarie Public LA Fice No Vanderlip Ind Michigan It. F. Smith Hascall’s Block Main and Market Streets Mm. F. Shuey LAW First National Bank S. G. Webber Protection Life Ins.’ Co St. Jo Dr. Harrington Whitmyer George A. Brown Jox's Ivery Pigeon St Main Elkhart Paper Company AAR Realty J.R. Seardssley J . John Cook B. L. Davenport C. Aw. Lambert Ejlxhart County MW. Gill Prs STOO Dr. Allen’s Second Street Presbyterian Church M. Cummins D. D Masonic Block H. W. Brazie Ypsilanti, Mich J. N. Hannaford Pigeon High Sts Fourth High Streets A. A. Fakinestock Omeopatihist Richley’s St. Cor Washington J. MW. Vanfleet Cor Main and Jackson Sts ED Turnock Agent of the Covenant Life Ins. Co Dr. Dodge Elkhart, Main St Joan Cook Cashier Stinus BaLpwin Frank Jaurett J. F Hunt & Cos Cheap Cash Store Turin Dolmans, &c
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