North ern Indiana Editorial Association meeting in Elkhart
The Northern Indiana Editorial Association will meet in Elkhart on October 10 1873 with sessions continuing if needed to Saturday. President George J Langsdale of the Greencastle Banner will give an Adl ad dress on Country Journalism. Prominent editors will speak on printing business weekly press and pioneer newspaper practice. The convention starts at 11 o clock in Brodrick's Opera House with a social for ladies and general discussions of subjects and transactions.
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Indiana
J. B. Conner
Kenthind
OG. Power
T. T. C. Mays
Seance Opens in Shreveport Community Despite Decline
In Shreveport Louisiana a local seance event gathers residents amid a depopulated area. Community leaders hope the ritual fosters connection and invites participation from curious onlookers and longtime locals alike.
Havana Fire Leaves Thousands Homeless in Estimated Losses
A Havana blaze has left about two thousand people homeless. Officials estimate losses range from three thousand to eight million dollars, with the fire becoming fashionable in local discourse as it spreads through the city.
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Havana
Itd
Army of the Tennessee tohold annual reunion in Toledo
The Army of the Tennessee plans its annual reunion in Toledo on October 15 and 16. General Logan will give the address with expected attendance by Grant Sherman and Sheridan.
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Army
The
Tennessee
Toledo
Gen.Logan
Grant
Sherman
Sheridan
England Seeks Damages From Geneva At War Losses
Britain collects 15 500 000 dollars in a Geneva settlement for depredations on high seas during the war. Administration basks in victory credit, praising its Presidential leader for the outcome.
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England
Geneva
California election results show party composition for next legislature
The California election results indicate a legislature with Republicans 44 seats, Democrats 40, and Independents 36. Gov Booth is described as a staunch Republican and a prominent candidate for the U S Senate.
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California
Booth
U. 5S
Republican Press and Democratic Independence Debate
A fragment argues that Democratic and Republican presses both exhibit bias, claiming the GOP criticizes administration actions while preserving reformist spirit only with power. It asserts criticism aids reform and condemns the party’s tendency to seek influence, framing independence as essential.
Fragmentary Historical Account of Political Faction Contention
The excerpt references the Lanigville Gourier journal and the New York Herald in a discussion of efforts to locate Lixingstope and mobilize gubernatorial support in Kentucky. It mentions the organization of a newspaper syndicate, Cincinnati as a Liberals' center, and the Journal’s stance against the Ku Klux Klan.
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Lanigville Gourier Journal
Ney
York Herald
Lixingstope
Kentucky
Gancinnati
Independent With a Vengeance in Nonpartisan Nomination
A fragment discusses a dispute over a nonpartisan candidacy led by Judge Osborne. The text questions the claim of nonpartisanship and labels Osborne as radical within Democratic ranks, noting a Liberal presence and criticism from Republicans.
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Juige Osborne
Sihaaraa Ibn Ogame
Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Shops to Be Enlarged
The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway announces expansion plans for its shops. The project aims to increase capacity and modernize equipment at the rail facilities to improve maintenance and efficiency.
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Lake Shore and
Michigan Southern Railway
Philo Morehous Drives Nationwide Rail Growth Rise
The article lauds Philo Morehous for transforming the Northern Indiana and Michigan Southern into a premier rail powerhouse. It notes a 900-man workforce, vast rolling stock, and a $70,000 monthly payroll, with expansion plans and multi city competition to relocate.
Fragmentary 19th Century Building Report and Costs
A garbled OCR passage describes a substantial yet imperfect building project. It names trustees Proctor, Silas DeCamp, and architect P. P. Codkingham, with ground cost 81,500 building cost 7,040 and furniture 1,860 totaling 10,000. The text notes four rooms per floor, wells lighted, with stoves and wardrobes and planned heaters, amid construction details.
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Tindut
Ie. Proctor
Assighadt
Silas DeCamp
South Bend Court House Improvements Attract County Criticism
A local figure in South Bend recently accepted the task of upgrading the Court House, drawing steady attention from rural residents who complain about the changes. The Judge briefed the Misha waka Enterprise last week with explanations of his actions, including defense of his conduct and mentions of his name in a lengthy letter.
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Jad
South Bend
Mishawaka
Missing Bohemian expedition to find Dr. Cummins
The Democratic Union plans an expedition to locate missing correspondent Dr. Cummins. A dated copy suggests he was last seen about a time and place, now reportedly seen hundreds of miles away with a group journeying toward Chicago. A Portland letter may hasten departure. readers urged to be patient.
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Democratic Union
Chicago
Portland
Oregon
Government suits on Credit Mobilier pressed in court
The Buffalo Hapress reports that despite idle talk the Credit Mobilier cases are being vigorously pursued. The Attorney General will visit Hartford to arrange proper presentation before the U S Court meeting next Tuesday. Plunderers may be forced to disgorge profits.
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Buffalo Hapress
Terrible Disaster on Lake Michigan Ironsides Wreck
A steamer Ironsides of the Milwaukee and Grand Haven line sank in a fierce gale off the east shore of Lake Michigan. Fifteen to twenty passengers and crew are believed lost, with fourteen bodies recovered and boats still missing. Ironsides was considered among the lakes' sturdiest vessels, and the storm's violence proved catastrophic.
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Lake” Michigan
Ironsides
Milwaukee and
Grand Haven Line
Peris
Jznter Ocean
Elkhart Board Minutes Report Cisterns Contract and Tax Levy
The Elkhart town board met in regular session on September 10. Bills approved include August salaries and cemetery work and a gas bill of 76.24. A contract with J H Hutchinson to build three cisterns at 291 each was approved. A budget taxes levy was set on real and personal property and polls for 1873. Mish reported purchases in Chicago of 600 feet of hose at 1.11 per foot and a fire alarm bell for the engine house.
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Vale ‘4Ther
Gas Company
J.H. Hutchin
Cook
J. Mish
Ghiéago
Anna
H.C. Ie
Report on street work by Geo Steeples supervisor
Mr Geo Steeples reports labor on city streets under his supervision this past summer. Work laid along Marion Fourth to Franklin St Joseph and Middlebury streets from June 16 to June 18. Steeples says Middlebury Street will be the handsomest in the city when completed. The report emphasizes progress and quality of paving and improvements.
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Geo. Steeples
Marion
Franklin
St. Joseph
Middlebury
Middlebury Street
Railroad Shops Secured for Elkhart After Negotiations
Reports detail a settlement between Elkhart officials and the L S M & S railway, ending fears of moving shops to an eastern city. Key figures W H Vanderbilt Amasa Stone Jr Charles Paine and Mr Collins visited in September. Mr Morehous supplied 22 acres by deed to support expansions including a new round house and extended machine shops.
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Messus
Goshen
Elkhart
Citzens
W. H. Vanderbilt
Amasa- Stone, Jr
Chas. Paine
Moreheus
Cleveland
More Hous
Northern Indiana Fair Promises A First Class Event
The Northern Indiana Fair will be held in South Bend on September 22 23 24 and 26. Ample grounds include a 100 foot dining hall and a grandstand seating 1500 with a full view of the race track. Eight horses can start abreast. The fair aims for a first class standard comparable to a state fair and promises a rewarding visit for attendees.
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Indiana
South Bend
Bargain Offers From Local Stores Tempt Shoppers
Sane A firstilass. yoke of working cattle shown a quirky ad style. Henry tauffer located 2 12 miles north of Locke. J. F. Hunt Co and J. F. Munt Co advertise silk products neckties rushings belts and fashion items. Hill Miller fill prescriptions. Meader reports a large fall stock of boots and shoes.
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Henry
Tauffer
Locke
J. F. Munt & Co
Hill & Miller’s
Meader
Local Advertisers Promote Goods and Services in City
A collage of ads from local merchants shows marketing for medicines and tonics at drugstores, dry goods from A. R. Beardsley, clothes from Hoke & Kirk, and various goods at Mead er's. Pawn broker S. W. McTaccarr & Co. offers loans, while Hill & Miller push perfumes and Cedar Posts from H. C. Wright & Co.
Public School Commencement and Postoffice Mail Calls
First term starts with 891 children aged 5 to 16 in attendance. Of these, 313 called once at the post office, 211 called twice, 163 three times, 57 four or more times. Note contrasts in regular post office behavior and attendance.
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Puircié Pal
Sidi Aes BP
Minora Spa at Bucklen's Drugstore Offers Mineral Waters
Bucklen's Drugstore and S. Minora advertise three famed mineral waters drawn fresh from springs. Excelsior Spring Water of Saratoga New York touted for immediate relief and as a pleasant healthful beverage used against liver biliousness dyspepsia scrofula rheumatism piles and constipation. Deep Rock Spring Water of Oswego New York claimed to cure hiccoughs and gravel related diseases.
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Bucklen
Tac Bucklen'‘&'Son
Saratoga
N. Y
Oswego
Atare’s
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