Potpourri of Local Notices and Notable Fragments
A miscellany of town items reports on requests to subscribe to the Journal, local economics and real estate deeds, political nudges among Democrats and Republicans, counterfeit currency caution, harvest notes and farming outputs, school and church affairs, and local business activity. Topics include a note for 100 dollars, a fence iron contract, a new grain separator, organ relocation at the M E Church, and upcoming camp meeting at Gabriel Hochstedtier’s location.
Five Divorces and Local Notices From Recent Session
Five divorces were granted by the court at its recent session. The Acton Camp Meeting begins on the 10th. Under current management singing at the Christian Church is excellent. Constable Moon collects delinquent last year’s tax. Remember tomorrow’s convention to select delegates for Burlington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Christian Church
Moon
Burlington
Balloon event and local newspaper changes
A city gentleman witnessed a balloon ascent then crossed the fairground fence leaving his wife and child outside in the woods. The Democrat newspaper changes hands as Mr. Turpen sells to a Mr. Goar while Jap’s efforts are noted as failing and the new editor, though unknown, earns cautious recognition for a first issue.
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Fair Ground
Fairground work nears completion and city changes
News notes reflect local projects and people as Fairground work nears finish. Mr Granger of Brouse Granger plans to make Indianapolis his home while Ed has many warm friends in the city. European War updates mention minor skirmishes, a French defeat, and Phil Sheridan’s non-escort stance. The Journal defends its independence amid party pressures and lists editorial staff. Local gravel road progress prompts support. Rumor and sensationalism caution, with reports of German fundraising for France and wartime baggage descriptions. Tom Coblentz grocer ads highlight delivery across the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Granger
Brouse & Granger
Indianapolis
Saarbrucken
France
Phil Sheridan
Local Grocer J M Leedake Promotes Cheap Provisions
A reader reports that J M Leedake runs a very large stock of groceries and provisions. He invites all to call and promises to sell very cheaply. The notice emphasizes his extensive offerings and low prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Coblentz
J. M. Leedake
New York
Carpet sale at private sale in Recorder's office
A private sale offers 140 yards of carpet at a very low price. Contact Callon S. Richey at the Recorder's office for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Callon
S. Richey
Recorder's Office
Dissolution Notice and Local Business Ads from 1870
Dissolution notice states the partnership between H A Brouse and E H Granger dissolves by mutual consent with Brouse continuing at the same place to settle affairs. The page also advertises multiple businesses including Koromo navigation on the Elbe, Coate Teague selling cheap goods, clothing stock at Kraus Rosenthal, Byron Reed photography, Charles Smith barber shop, and Davis Co fancy goods in a North Side public square area, plus local weather note about the Missouri river sand bar and other regional promotions.
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Brouse
H. A. Brouse
E. H. Granger
Kettenschienpschrtsgesellschaft
Elbe
Coate & Teague
North Side
Davis & Co
North Side Public Square
Local collector appeals for help with bills
We have several large bills to pay and appeal to those indebted to us to come forward. Small sums contributed with others will help. Our city collector Willie Montgomery will call today and tomorrow and we hope patrons will rally to our aid. We only ask for money when needed most.
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Willie Montgomery
Estray Dog Notice Near Greentown
Last of April a black bushy cur dog with white on the breast came to a Greentown area home. The owner may claim the dog by paying for its keep and the notice.
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Greentown
General Meeting in Amboy Indiana Aug 19 10 AM
A general meeting in Amboy Miami County Indiana begins August 19 at 10 o clock in the morning under the Indiana Yearly Meeting of Friends. The aim is the spread of the gospel and all are invited to join in this religious gathering.
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Amboy
Miami County
Ind
Indiana Yearly Meeting of Friends
Press Repaired and Ready for All Job Work Orders
Our press is repaired and in good running order and we are prepared to fill all job work orders. Patrons are invited to send in their orders for prompt, economical, and high quality production.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Kokomo Journal
Ross J. Hassltine
Turpen
Fairfield
4Th Ward
Root & Co
Indianapolis Journal
W.R. Kistier
M. E. Church
Champ
Greentowners
Kraus & Rosenthal’s
Kraus & Rosenthal
Frazier
M. E
Gabriel Hochstedtier
Loop
Astern Howard
F. M. Hillis
Taylor Street
Acton
Supreme Court
Circuit Court
Dresdi Ve. Springer
Col. Owen
Reed & Losey
Corpu
Fraz‘er
Indiaapolis Journal of Medicine
Congress
Winnamac
Democrat
Kern
Fairground
J. W. Kern
Dan Bennett
Pollard
R. G. Smith
Naty Bell
D. T. McNeal
Noah
Parker
Tom. Jay
Journal
Tribune
Kokomo
Greentown and Jerome
the Tribune
Kirk
North Carolina
Holten
Pearson
Supreme Court of the United States
Howard County
John BM. Leach
Hhis Neie Naan
Leach
Missouri
St. Joseph
Kansas
Simon Stern
Journal Office
Byron Reed
Charles Smiths
Mospecar W. Parmizn
R. Tee Porter
JW. Luvin
Wam
Frice David Leazzard
Kokomo Furniture CO
Main Street
Cinccinnati Railroad
Ourselves
J. W. Loven
KR. H. Porter
WM. M Price, David Hazzard
Moses
Joshua
Sage
Pierce
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
Messra. Lansingh & Osborne
Albany
N. Y
Wilcox & Gibba
Willcox & Gibbs
Willlcox & Gibbs
East Side Public Square
Cincinnati
Mutual Life Insurance Company, of
Hilton Scribner
Geo. W. Smith
Sidney W.crofut
L. H. Waters
K. Marcy
Fokomeo
B.D Haye
J C Johnson
Purdum’s
Whole Life
Wilson's Block
Main and
Mulberry Streets
Kerokromo
Indiana
Richmond
McWhinney & Scoven
J. W. Crowley
J. C. Marri
Undertakers
Metalio
Public Square
Kokom, Indiana
Boots & Shoe
Court House
W. R. Kistler & CO
Laura Hartwood
Thin City
Deuce
Walnut
Kokomond
Kokomo, Indiana
Court of Common Pleas
State of Indiana
Andrew J. Sloan
Bald Estate
Charles Willets
Wildcat
New London
Nathan Hobson
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