Nominations Spark a United Republican Front in County
The county Republican party closes a heated nomination period with W R Kistler endorsed for State Senator and Capt. Kirkpatrick chosen as Representative. Other candidates for Clerk Auditor Treasurer Sheriff and various county posts are commended, with party unity urged for the fall election. The piece also notes a lighter moment from the Ohio legislature over the 16th Amendment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.R. Kistler
Woody
Darnall
Capt
Kirkpatrick
Mary. Chestnut
Ki. Winslow
Winslow
Gray
Davis
Vaile, Moreland and Mills
Republicans fault vote surge in Centre township
County Republicans complain of a large Saturday vote in Centre township, claiming it was mostly Republican and that Democrats who voted will back the ticket next fall. They doubt many Democrats will support the Republican ticket long term. Some voters may seek Democratic nominations. The rest reflects on harsh winter memories and historical weather notes from 1841 to 1869.
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Centre Township
Primary Election Snags Highlight Political Tension
The Indianapolis primary last Saturday drew criticism as Democrats and repeaters backed their favorites while voter turnout and integrity appeared weak. Analysts doubt Marion County Republicans will continue participating in primaries, suggesting a shift toward ignoring future contests.
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Indianapolis
Marion County
Peck Nominated for Congress in Tenth District
E. D. Peck of Wood County Ohio was named last Tuesday as the Republican candidate to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Hon. T. H. Hoag. The writer calls him a good man who deserves the position.
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E. D. Peck
Wood County
Ohio
T. H. Hoag
Hard Times and Money Worries Across the Town
The piece discusses poverty and debt, recounting a man unable to pay seventy cents while spending on tobacco and whiskey. It argues money is tight due to wasteful spending and notes about eight hundred million dollars yearly for whiskey and tobacco, urging thrift and foresight.
Kansas Emigration Discussed as a Mixed Prospect
The article argues about moving to Kansas from Indiana and nearby areas. It notes cheap land and milder winters but warns of droughts grasshoppers and high transport costs to markets like New York and Chicago. It questions Kansas as a complete Eden and cites families returning to Indiana as evidence.
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Kansas
Missouri
Indiana
New York
Chicago
America
Public rebuke of congressmen over fraud and resignation prompt debate
The piece attacks Whittemore of South Carolina and Galladay of Kentucky for corruption and expulsion avoidance. It urges Congress to purge corrupt members, notes money buys influence, and calls for accountability regardless of party. It questions uneven press coverage and warns voters about Washington’s practices.
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Whittemore
Congress
South Carolina
Cadetchipa
Shgre
Galloday
Kentucky
Galladay
Washington
Journal’s Bold Promises for Growth and Public Morality
The Journal pledges original matter and vigor surpassing peers, aiming to be a welcome family paper with high moral tone. It vows free defense of truth and justice, independent of party, to elevate readers and strengthen the city newspaper’s permanent role. The editors express confidence no word of failure will be uttered.
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kayThe
Enterprise
Mra Emma Molloy Lectures In North State
The editor notes Mrs Emma Molloy the editoress gave a lecture in the northern part of the state on a timely topic. Her presentation focused on local implications and civic engagement.
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Emma Molloy
Editorial Convention of Northern Indiana Meets in South Bend
The Editorial Convention of Northern Indiana gathers in South Bend on the second Friday in April. Members discuss topics affecting journalism and plan regional exchanges and coverage.
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Northern
Indiana
South Bend
Shadows attack Huntington over Stone River facts
Shadows, Chicago Tribune correspondent, criticizes Huntington’s Tribune piece on Gen. Haskell at Stone River. The author argues there were others present, disputes Hazen’s glory fueling a congressional bid, and claims Haskell’s visit and speech hurt his prospects. Huntington county aligns behind Billy Williams in a united vote.
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Shadows
The
Chicago Tribune
Huntington
Tribune
Haskell
Stone River
Limerick
Hotel Burners in Adrian Michigan Sentenced
The temperance hotel arson in Adrian Michigan led to the burning of the hotel by opponents of the dram shop, with Marcus Beard Tunis W Henson and Jonas Wilson jailed for terms five two and one year respectively. Other guilty parties evade capture as temperance supporters claim justice will prevail.
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Adrian Mich
Marcus Beard
Tunis W.henson
Jonas Wilson
Temperance
City Council Election Call for Four Seats
A local appeal urges residents to canvass candidates for four city council seats. Emphasis on electing men of good judgment honesty and industry regardless of party. Questioning who will run and who the men are to lead city business.
Wildcats Ride the Swell Saturday Night
A Wildcat performer rode a notable swell on Saturday night with crowds enjoying the seaside display. Local spectators reported a lively scene as the wave built and the rider maintained balance through the crest.
Death of Bishop Thomson in Wheeling leaves vacancy
Bishop Thomson of the Methodist Episcopal Church died in Wheeling Virginia on Tuesday morning from pneumonia. He was en route from the West Virginia Conference to New Jersey and was well liked by many readers. His death will create a hard vacancy in the church.
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Bishop Thomson
Methodist Episcopal Church
Wheeling
Virginia
West Virginia
New Jersey
Reformed Ex-Legislator A.J. Douglass Advocates Temperance
A. J. Douglass of Columbia City, once a legislator and known for years of heavy drinking, has reformed his life. He now promotes total abstinence, delivers temperance lectures, and preaches in the Lutheran Church, earning broad acceptance for his changed conduct.
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A.J. Douglass
Columbia City
Ife
Douglass
Blasphemous Swearing Man Upsets Community
A bemused observer reports a well dressed man about sixty cursing loudly on the Square. The piece criticizes his conduct as harmful to families and urges better behavior from elderly residents. The note also mentions Stanton family benefit subscriptions totaling 150000 with 55000 from New York 50000 from Pennsylvania 25000 from Boston and 15000 from Washington and trustees debating investment of the funds.
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Mr. Stanton
New York
Pennsylvania
Boston
Washington
Commissioner cites baggage of duties as electability reason
A commissioner running for office says his defeat came from shouldering the Court Home and License questions plus Brown's Treasurer appointment. He calls the two latter items crushing yet the first remains an honor to the Board and the county. A regional snow storm paralyzed eastern railways and worsened traveler delays. A minor Junction incident with gas briefly interrupted plans but did not derail the march.
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Sar
Brown
Letter from Texas and Chicago on first page
In the past week Huntington saw no fires, Howard had no shooting affrays, and Plymouth had no murder cases. A letter from Texas and one from Chicago appear on today's front page. Butter shortages force bread to be soaked in hot coffee. A woodchopper was struck on the head with a four pound weight last Saturday night.
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Huntington
Howard
Plymouth
Strange
Texas
Chicago
Dark and Dreary Future Hopes in Desolate Verse
A short poem laments a bleak outlook and the chill wind of the present. The speaker finds no fond hope or bright future, yet clings to strong desires despite doubts and fears about what lies ahead.
Horticultural Society discusses tile drains and depth
Kokomo Horticultural Society met in adjournment on March 22 with C. S. Boggs presenting an essay on underdraining. Members debated depth two feet versus four feet, timber use, warmth of soil, and outlet quality. The group appointed N Leach, L J Templin, M Brown, S Street to prepare a premium fruit list, and approved a $1.50 bill for record books. The next meeting was set for two weeks.
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Kokomo Horticultural Society
Boggs
J. Rodkey
M. Brown
I. J. Templin
L. Leach
Howard County Agricultural Society
N. Leach
L. J. Templin
S. Street
Flour Theft Reported at Leas Residence
A brief note reports a Saturday night theft of a quantity of flour from Leas household. Worley requests publication of a statement offering free flour delivery and a re filled sack if returned.
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Leas
Worley
Howard County Democrats to meet March 26 1870 at Armetronges Hall
The Howard County Democratic Central Committee requests a full attendance at a meeting to be held Saturday March 26 1870 in Armetronges Hall. chairman JAS. A HAGGARD urges all members to attend.
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Howard County
Democratic Central Committee
Armetronges Hall
Jas. A, Haggard
Cha‘rman
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Priday
Col. Blanch
Williams
Trees
Samuel Richey
Messrs
Stout
Leeka
Rodkey
Pitzer and
Ellis
Wei
Buckeye
Wildcat
New England
Queen Victoria
Enange
Journal
Bec
Cassimeres
the Elephant Shoe Store
J.steward & Son
Coate & Teague
J. Steward & Son
Court House
W. R. Kistler & CO
Do Lee & Gordon
Main St. No
de Lee & Gordon
Kokomos
Lee & Gordon
Liverpool
Les & Gorton
Teague Brothers
Pattison & Coflin’s Drug Store
Public Square
Mbit
Department of Medicine
Simon Stern
Armstrong
Valises
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