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Newspaper
Kokomo Journal
Location
Kokomo, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1870
Page
3
Tipton area updates include editor changes and party shifts as Democrats move toward Republicans. Records show Turnpike Board met, school building decision anticipated, and Trustees contest near-tied. community news covers deaths, a notable insurance agent, and religious services.
The paper apologizes for errors caused by a proprietor's illness and inexperienced proofreading. Readers are warned the temperance section was omitted from page four due to sickness, but expect more quality material on the first page.
F L S Newell of Indianapolis will deliver a literary lecture with readings from Shakespeare and Tennyson at Wilson's Hall on Tuesday evening. The talk blends humor with grave themes and has been praised by Indianapolis press. No admission fee at the door.
A man previously convict ed of rap e on a girl faced a new hearing Tuesday with a jury fining him 100. He may serve the fine by jail time at county expense. The public deems the act an outrage and expects him to work for the state for a year or two. Rev Crowley and Malarvin clear away rubbish for a new block.
Advert reads like a brief employment push for Jobxat, urging readers to complete tasks efficiently at the Jobxat office. It positions the office as a place to finish job work promptly with a focus on speed and reliability.
A chaotic Kokomo column highlights J M Leeds selling stock farming implements and two horses next Saturday with land tracts and cash terms. Tom Coblentz undercuts groceries near the post office. further ads tout Boots and Shoes from Wildman Dolman, Dryden Co. bargains, Davis Co. price cuts, Loehner piano shop, and other local commerce as roads and rumors swirl.
A brief notice highlights substantial spring travel via the P and LR ER lines heading south. The report notes increased passenger movement and expected seasonal service upticks along the routes.
In the seven candidate dates for sheriff, only one candidate secured election. The report notes a clear result amid multiple contenders and outlines the voting outcome and implications for the local law enforcement leadership.
A local feature notes the number of loafers at the Junction has fallen to roughly fifty, reflecting a shrinking group and possible social impact.
A notice promotes Prof J M Macallister described as the greatest wizard and illusionist of the age. He will present illusions and miracles at Armstrong’s Hall starting Monday evening March 28 for Kokomo citizens. Kraus Rosenthal's Emporium of Fashion advertises men’s suits at Journal office prices.
I am now booking orders for the celebrated Early Rose Potato described as one of the best early varieties. Prices: one bushel 3.00, one half bushel 1.75, one peck 1.00. Address R Vaile Kokomo Ind.
Mrs H S Evans announces a new school in the hall once used by the Friends over Coate Teague's store. Classes begin Monday March 28 at 374 cents per week payable monthly. Prospective pupils should start at opening term.
The issue concerns a petition to appoint L. E. Boyd as Township Trustee in place of J. H. Braden. A second petition with about seventy five names was added to the original, and Braden’s supporters held to the later details. Aimed to clear Braden of theft accusations, the note explains the sequence of petitions and asserts Boyd’s petition was not removed by Braden.
New Hartford resident Mrs D W W Golden testifies that the Willcox and Gibbs sewing machine outperforms fabric and offers easy seam removal. She notes its quiet action that does not disturb sleepers or nervous workers. Also references promote Dr Pierce's Alt Ext or Golden Medical Discovery and Sage's Catarrh Remedy with broad cures and a $1,000 reward claim.
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