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Newspaper
Kokomo Journal
Location
Kokomo, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1870
Page
2
A discussion of last winter’s law allowing counties and townships to levy two percent to fund railroad construction argues the policy will ultimately enrich residents. It notes larger towns with heavy property would bear higher taxes, yet future land and product values may rise, reducing overall tax burdens as new lines generate commerce and lower future taxes.
The article laments a rise in domestic wine at parties in western cities, condemning it as a deceitful trend that corrupts families. It warns parents and daughters to banish this practice to save homes from sorrow and ruin and warns of drunkenness and misery.
Report notes rising demand for corn juice in Terre Haute while molasses production increases.
News of General Thomas death in San Francisco from apoplexy invites widespread sadness. He was highly respected as a wartime officer with few peers. Remains to be conveyed to Troy New York for interment with funeral route passing through multiple cities. Indians are urged to pay respect as the train advances.
The Hopkins brothers will open a high school in Kokomo on the 6th, inviting teachers and students to attend terms. No primary department will be opened, aiming to provide better high school facilities. The institution is led by capable, energetic men, promising Kokomo a first-class school it has long needed.
The Indianapolis Republican Convention last Saturday drew German discontent and likely bolt threats as the party ratified nominees after a prearranged week. The piece argues the slate includes good men and others unfit, blaming Marion Republicans if defeat comes this fall on their own folly.
The editorial praises Ohio’s current legislative measures and urges Indiana to adopt a law giving each minority party in every election precinct one election judge. It argues this justice benefits all parties and the country.
A reader in California comments on Indiana politics, noting the state’s loyalty to the Union but stressing the need for continued effort and vigilance to maintain old majorities. The letter expresses optimism that loyalty can be preserved.
An elderly sender from Sullivan County in Dan Vorhees' district writes to inquire how to Suck Seed. The reply dismisses the notion, declaring they are no Sucker and do not practice that art and directs the writer to Sulsbury for guidance.
A reader asks about the odds of a county candidate opposing the Hon. James N. Tyner. Republicans abroad need not fear. Howard County will support the man who has done his work, including the present incumbent.
Report cites heated talk by a class over omitting Dan Harris from some tickets amid a broader issue of Ridenour’s name being left off hundreds of ballots. The dispute is described as a separate issue not charged to the central committee.
A Board of Trade was organized at Terre Haute on Monday, signaling a new cooperative effort to promote local business and commerce in the region. Organizers stated aims to stimulate trade, improve markets, and bolster economic activity in the city.
A local office printed tickets omitted Dan Harris as a candidate for Trustee. After discovery, Harris and supporters used the omission to attack rivals. The organizers burned many tickets in Harris's presence, calling the act a low trick and blaming him for continuing electioneering misinformation.
J R Randall, formerly of this paper, has bought part of the Indianapolis Independent and plans to expand it into a weekly. The writer notes a past payment of seven to eight hundred dollars for publishing rights and urges temperance supporters in Indiana to back the effort, insisting the paper must be patronized to succeed.
The Lebanon Patriot clashes over a remark from the Indianapolis Journal calling Caldwell venerable The writer jokes about whipping the Patriot editor if the term is not retracted The exchange shows a prankish dispute between rival papers in a bygone era.
The Evensville Journal notes Silverthorn bought a Posey county farm and sent a boat to Tennessee for corn cobs to improve craw-fish holes, while the Tipton Times jokes about purchasing in Tipton for pike fishing and a whisky horn. Brady is teased about better advice for an ex editor.
Within the last month eight prominent medicine men including P Townsend of Sarsaparilla fame Radway of Ready Relief and Swain of Panacea have died. Heirs and executors are distributing their vast estates as tributes to their memories.
In Knightstown, Deem of the Knightstown Banner denounces Whiskyites as Hoe, the Common Pleas Prosecutor, fulfills duty. John shows courage and promises to compel the scamps to rise and leave.
Gar praises Col Cyrus M Allen as an aspirant for Congressional honors from the Vincennes District. He is described as eminently fitted for the position and the most deserving Republican in the state.
Our local sportsmen enjoy themselves shooting wild ducks on the rotting waters of Wildcat. They urge others to join, noting plenty of birds now and more on the way.
Judge Garver will preside a special Common Pleas Court session Monday afternoon then stay home to vote in the primary.
Howard Coe launches a fresh newspaper enterprise in Northern Indiana and secures a partner by persuading another man to join the venture.
The piece urges transplanting conifers and evergreen trees along sidewalks to beautify Norwalk Ohio and Oswego New York. It notes shade trees cool streets and help fight disease by absorbing dampness while praising local birds and a carefree Kokomo. It calls on property owners to plant sugar and maple trees.
The Supreme Court has ruled that soldiers who enlisted under Lincoln's first call for three year troops and were honorably discharged before the term ends are entitled to the $100 bounty paid to those who enlisted under that call.
Large number of elected Tennessee officials cannot take the required oath under franchise law and Governor Senter plans to withhold their commissions. The article notes delays in settling postwar loyalties and ongoing tensions in the state.
Sax Hamilton county faces a strong field of candidates seeking nominations next Monday. The piece notes a likely Reform victory, with Conklin or Dick Stephenson as potential casualties whichever side wins.
The writer notes a prospect of a Democratic paper starting here and urges patronage if it begins. Davis claims he offered the black man liquor and money to accompany him to the polls, but the colored man rejected the idea, asking if he wants to be laughed at.
The Sentinel's traveling correspondent Sefferson has been puffing Anderson, while editor Hardesty keeps the town well supplied with sensational praise. The piece notes that nearly eighty lodges of the Good Templars have been established in the state since November first.
Residents in Terre Haute can view an old Court House now for sale. The piece mentions the philosopher J N lifting a veil and addressing Union City residents about truth in a dramatic tone.
An advertisement notes extremely low-cost paper advertising with a slogan or phrase “Sha Phly.” The fragment suggests promotional pricing for small advertisers.
A reader with an inquisitive mindset asks whether contemporary whiskey has ever appeared through the ryō, a term whose meaning and relevance to liquor or transfer are unclear. The note invites clarification on historical or linguistic connections.
After a 1862 treaty with the Sultan, Seward funneled ten thousand dollars from the State Department as gifts to Turks. Now Turks allegedly intend to reciprocate with a ten thousand dollar carpet for the White House. The carpet would become public property and visitors could walk on it if it ever arrives in the United States.
Revenue officers in Brooklyn pursue whiskey vendors described as rough shod. In several cases the whiskey was poured into the street last week, a disposal method claimed to be legal by authorities, who express contentment with the result.
Governor Palmer declines to serve as vice president of the Cuba League, deeming it disloyal to aid insurgents while the government withholds belligerent status. The President awaits House approval to ratify the 15th Amendment and issue a proclamation after Senate-Texas bill changes.
The meeting led by chairman Jas A Haggard appointed John W Korn secretary and set a county convention for the first Saturday in August to nominate a straight Democratic ticket. Central committeemen were named from Taylor and Liberty townships to fill vacancies, with Kern named permanent secretary. The group discussed starting a Democratic paper in Kokomo and authorized publication of proceedings.
The Indiana State Board of Agriculture outlines large premiums for the October 1870 fair at Indianapolis. Awards cover best sewing machine made in Indiana, best collections of pig iron, glassware, crops, corn by youth, farming essays, subsoil plowing experiments, cattle displays, and varieties of COPD and wheat, plus encourage farmers to cultivate one acre of rice and prepare strong displays.
A Northern Indianaman letter questions where the city Marshal was Saturday night as crowds behaved drunkenly. The writer urges city authorities to oppose licensing liquor amid county actions, arguing licensing causes drunkenness and burdens the marshal.
A collage of remarks from the era includes Kokomo Journal backing J N Carpenter for Common Pleas judge, editorials from Peru Republican, Kendalville Standard jests on a widower editor, calls for Tipton Republican paper, and rumors of Napoleon’s envoy in America alongside prohibitionists mocked by the line All talk and no cider.
Members of the First Presbyterian Church at Wabash are agitating over the organ question, sparking debate and public interest in the church affairs.
A planned trip to the coal fields in Clay county is announced from Indianapolis. A lodge of Good Templars was organized at Shelbyville on Tuesday night.
The text discusses Queen Isabella of Spain and her daughter the Countess Girgenti facing exile and prosecution over lavish spending. It notes their husbands' attempts to curb the royal finances and mentions Emperor Napoleon as a reluctant mediator while Isabella seeks restoration for her son, the Prince of Austarias.
President ONeil of the Fenisa Brother hood deposes Richard McCloud as Secretary Treasurer and Aseqater and expels him from the order. McCloud will attempt ONeil impeachment. A $50,006 fire occurred at Washington N J Sunday night.
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