Electric light eyeing Indianapolis line and Grant talks
The Star reports Carrrauis's of Cincinnati contracted with Evison Electric Light for Cincinnati access if New Year trial succeeds. Track progress on the Indianapolis Decatur and Springfield railroad runs. bridge over Eel River nearly finished and trains to run regular by January 14. Gazette dispatch notes Virginia Republican leaders foresee Grant nomination. Sener and Wickham back him, with a Virginia delegation likely. Edison light prophesy recounted. public exhibit at Menlo Park New Year’s Eve reveals carbon filament lamp built from a treated paper strip, offering safe, cheap illumination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrrauis's
Cincinnati
Evison Electric Light Company
Indianapolis, Decatur and Springfield
Eel River
Indianapolis
The
Cincinnati Gazette
Washington
Philadelphia
Gen. Grant
Grant
Ohio
Wickham
Sener
Virginia
Keyy
General Wickham
General Grant
National Republican Committee
Wyoming
Gen.Grant
Don. Cameron
Evison
Greencastle
New York Herald
Edison
Menlo Park
Christmas Eve Gift at Brick Chapel Mirth
W. W. Allen attended Christmas tree exercises at Brick Chapel where he received a valuable art piece long hidden from public view. Donors enjoyed giving as much as Allen enjoyed receiving, and the tale ponders how quickly he will convert the cash value for distant use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Allen
Brick Chapel
Allen
Mrs Sarah Jane Tucker Dies in Marion Township
In Marion township on December 18 1870 Mrs Sarah Jane Tucker widow of E Tucker died of neuralgia of the heart aged 50 years 11 months and 34 days This obituary note records her passing and family connection.
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Marion Township
Sarah Jane Tucker
E. Tucker
Open House on New Year’s Day at Mrs Mathias Home
Mrs H H Mathias hosts an open house on New Year’s Day at her residence on East Seminary Street. Assisted by Mrs C C Matson, Mrs G C Smythe, Mrs D E Williamson, Mrs H M Thomas, Mrs W N Williams, and a group of Misses Nellie Hoyt Minnie Hoyt Nellie Hammond Bettie Farrow Ida Williamson and Miss Draley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H H. Mathias
East Seminary Street
C. C. Matson
G. C. Smythe
D. E. Williamson
H.M. Thomas
W. N. Williams
Nellie Hoyt
Minnie Hoyt
Nellie Hammond
Bettie Farrow
Ida Williamson
Draley
Rainy Season Closes Year Amid Christmas Breaks and Transfers
Weather delays persist with rain and a steam shovel idle until after Christmas. Local business notes show several workers changing roles in timber and farm operations. Christmas observances, church services, and gifts are reported across Greencastle with extensive real estate transfers listed, alongside Madison County stock market snapshots detailing hogs, cattle, and sheep prices and arrivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Reed
Greencastle
James Skelton
Miss Mitler
Conrad Leighman
Alf. Llirt
Lemuel Johns
Alfe Hirt
Levi Woodroom
John Walker
Bill Aker
TS Aes
Bainbridge Briefs From Bainbridge and Surroundings
Local notes record sale of a calf for 100 dollars, one Chester White pig sold out, and Ader's block bought for 4600. Houses changed hands, marriages planned in Brazil and Kentucky, mules shipped south, a Christmas tree at Bridges Hall, and community events at Masonic dinners and Presbyterian services. Many residents visit relatives and travel between Indianapolis and Green Castle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Bridges
Robert Glover
Chester
D.C. Bridges
Ader
Lucinda‘ McKee
D. T. Darnall
Rev. Smith
Bridges & Tucker
Indianapolis
Putnam County
Frost, Caine
John Atlen
Bridge's Hall
Joseph Lee
Armstrong
Crawfordsville
Fyffe
Presbyterian Church
Comstock
LaFayette
Arch Allen
Chastain
Brazil
Margaret Hughes
Greencastle
James McMurry
Thomas Mead
North Vernon
Bridges’ Hall
Wm. Mead
Madison
Jacob Thorn
James Taylor
Smith
M. E
Hleass
Henry & Steele
Bride
Bainbridge
W. A. Smith
Eagle Attacks Children in Lake County Minnesota
Deluth Tribune reports a seven foot eagle attacked seven year old August Burr and his sisters near their home. The boy retrieved a butcher knife and wounded the bird’s legs, prompting neighbors to intervene and shoot the eagle. The girl sustained scratches but was not seriously harmed. Also noted are remarks on electric light for surveying and Algeria triangulation findings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leatherman
Lude Evang
Will White
Andy Combs
Terre Haute
Henry Vinzant
Ake Jake Mitchel
Bill Gibson
Mr. Ruark
Greencastle
John Leatherman
Calcutta
Ike Joyner
Miss Murphy
Naneel
Bainbridge
Lena
Mr. Webb
Deluth Tribune
C. Wieland
Lake County Minn
Burr
August
Jove Bretzel
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Stovvv BS
J. D. Stevenson & Son
Putnam
Weston
Lime Dale
Kennedy
Nis Connors
Town
Bloomington
Drury
Richmond
Fern
Locust Street
College Avenue Church
Fox Ridge
St. Paul's Church
Lewis & Newoest
Melvina Nichols
Wm. F. Jones
Marion Tp
Eliza A. Weidle
Ellen Hinton
Washington Tp
Dudley W. Culver
Samuel Robin
Catherwood Enl
Carpentersville
J. P. Cline
Thos. Ragland
J. F. Cline
Thos
Ragland
J.f.cline
Elizabeth Ragland
Ballard
I. D. and SR. RR
Jackson
Christian Hamilton
I. D
S. R.R
Franklin
Cynthia Donnahue
I.,d
Franklin Tp
T. C. Grooms
Cloverdale
A. L. Goodbar
T.C. Marion
Daggy
Margaret Lewis
Jefferson
Samuel Harahbarger
Jas. E. Williams
John W. Williams
Putnamville
Matilda Nos- Grooms
D.n. Edwards
Wm. A. Smith
D. P. Green
City Greencastle
U.S. of A
Thos. Fyffe
Thos. B. Farmer
Marion
Margaret E. Gorgon Tod
C. Plummer
Addison Daggy
S. N. Forbes
A. B. Woodard
W. D. Macy
Belle Union
Duncan
Wm. H. Duncan
EF. W.friend
Levi F. Friend
John A. Friend
Wm. A.howe
Chas. Leuteke
Peck
Alexander Quinnett
Nancy E. Quinnett
Lars
Bunkum
Germantown
Saxony
Shetland
Our Millinery Department
Mira Lang
Bayne
B. Scotty
Fancy Goods
Oliday Good
Algeria
Putnam Lodge
No. 45
Lodge
John P. Alledge
Chittenden
Sooty
Greencastle and Wabasike
Gravel Ne
Com Tovennon
Ind
Ates
R. Ragan
Howe & Vermilion
R. S. Ragan
Postoffice
Lota
John R. Gordon
Bairridge
Greancastle
Oll
E. Ellis
Imay
Circuit Court of
Indiana
James Easter
Township Thirteen
Putnem
Eleville
Cotta
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