Editors and Proprietors Host Spiritualism Meeting
Fishoimo Investigators of Kokomo held an accesson at Armstrong's Hall last Sunday. Tenee Lindly presided while Bascom Havens chaired with music by Mrs. Coffman and others. Speakers discussed signs of the times and spiritualism, drawing small turnout as the Doctor claimed divine ancestry and critics left in alarm. The paper questions the true objects of the association and calls for a public declaration of its spiritual aims.
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Ibis Society
Armstrong's
Jall
Tenee Lindly
Jerome Coffman
B. Reed
McCullough
Menderhall
Losey
Reed
Bascom
Bas
Tace Lindly
Dr. Losey
God
Jesus Christ
Francis O'Dowd
Ife
Francis
Father Keeler
Doctor Wilson backs city improvements in Kokomo
The writer notes Dr. Wilson, opposed to some measures, assures support for substantial city improvements. He has invested heavily in Kokomo and deserves credit for shaping the city’s current character despite criticisms from detractors.
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Wilson
Ile
Kokomo
Mr Howard to address local youth at Wilson’s Hall
Mr Howard, preparing to leave for a new field of labor, will speak to young people and children at Wilson's Hall on Friday evening and may address them for the last time. He will also visit Monday evening to meet friends socially at Dr Wilson's.
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Howard
Wilson’s Hall
Governor Morton's Speech Triggers Ku Klux Rhetoric Denunciations
The great speech delivered in Congress by Governor Morton draws bitter attacks from the Ku Klux Democracy whose papers condemn him with vile charges. Supporters say his arguments are unanswerable and will not harm him.
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Mortons
Congress
Ku Klux Democracy
Meeting Mr. Conner of the Herald at Monticello
While visiting Monticello we met Mr. Conner of the Herald. He is affable and runs a fine paper.
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Wen
Monticello
Mr. Conner
The
Herald
Appointment failed at two stables near Tussiaville
We sought a horse and buggy for an appointment last Sunday and Saturday ahead at two stables, but every vehicle was already engaged. We tried until tired, disappointed friends, and urge reliable promises from men who pledge horses, though not angry, only vexed.
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Tussiaville
Philosophphical Temperance Lecture At Armstrong's Stall
On Wednesday night Mrs Saggart of Danville delivered a lecture on temperance at Armstrong's stall. The small audience heard a fluent talk denouncing intemperance and offering remedies. She returns Friday evening with the topic Woman's true Culture. Admission is ten cents to cover expenses.
Infernal corrupt villains tied to party in state
A Democratic Standard editorial blasts members of the party as corrupt villains in the state and comments that it is refreshing to see a Democratic editor tell the truth occasionally.
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Sax
Anderson
Democratic Standard
Reverend Kinnan Faces Public Lectures Over Past Turmoil
Bar A S Kinnan once escaped church trouble then returned amid a public stir and now uses his personal difficulties as lecture material. Critics warn continued remarks may lead to wider belief of guilt.
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Bar
A. S. Kinnan
Methodist Church
Kosciusko Republicans Nominate Local Ticket
The Republican convention in Kosciusko County nominated a full slate: Representative Hiram Biggs Clerk Reud Williams Treasurer A J Ball Auditor A B Ball Recorder W Piper Sheriff J Disney and Commissioners 8 Nichols Wm OBrien and J Plummer.
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Kosciusko County
Hiram Biggs
Reud Williams
A. J. Ball
A. B. Ball
W. Piper
J. Disney
Nichols
Wm. O'Brien
J. Plummer
Dick Stephenson Calls Woblesville a Suburban Village
In a quirky piece published by the Commercial writer Dick Stephenson labels the small, whitewashed Woblesville area as a suburban village. The playful jab questions the city’s claimed status and local charm.
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Dick Stephenson
Commercial
Woblesville
Mayor Clears SarA Row After Quiet Junction Night
A Junction courtroom Monday night witnessed a row with two women appearing before the mayor. Evidence showed little harm and all parties were acquitted.
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Sara
Kokomo City Council Special Session on Sidewalk Contract
The Kokomo council met in a special session on April 2 1870 to discuss the C Rayls sidewalk contract on Main street. A committee reported no records show the letting or the contract itself, urging honesty and good faith by officers. Additional actions included sidewalks to be brick or stone, a crossing on Monroe street, hiring Silas Stout as Civil Engineer, and extending time for contract completion on West Sycamore Street. Rev Monard announced his departure after organizing a Presbyterian Church. the congregation grew and a regular pastor is being arranged. COMMUNICATED.
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Main Street
C. Rayls
Kokomo
C. N. Pollaro
James
L. W. Leach
R. R
Monroe Street
Dr. James
Silas Stout
Mike McGlinn
West Sycamore Street
Monard
Tipton
S Howard
Howard
Knigtstown
Greenfield
Methodist Church
Lacey
Nat. Ward Fitzgerald
Barry
Indianapolis
Order
Knightstown
Knights
Riley
Wanderer
Commissioners pledge public works favoring new courthouse and square
The Board of Commissioners vows to push public works this season leading to a fine state courthouse a well graded public square and a substantial iron fence ring. They claim to have done their duty on public buildings and say the investment brings pride to the people. The rest discusses the McFarland trial in New York and idle city editors in Indianapolis with concerns over sensational reporting and personal decline.
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Board of Commissioners
McFarland
New York
Fire Destroys Two Homes in Fairfield Settlement
Fire at Fairfield destroys two dwelling houses on Tuesday morning. One house belonged to townsman J. W. Kern Hag. The extent of the loss is not yet known but likely under one thousand dollars. No insurance.
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Fairfield
J. W. Kern
Neighbors Quizzed as Trouble Quieted by Lies
The text notes that some individuals in distress lie about neighbors to calm nerves, reflecting the saying misery loves company and how people seek company in shared misfortune.
Greenfield Spring Impressions and Odd Fellows Celebration
Greenfield residents enjoy a vibrant spring with blooming cherry trees and active school life. The Odd Fellows celebrate with a parade, band music, and a church service, followed by a substantial communal feast and theater. H. Swope presides, and Nat Ward Fitzgerald reads a poem with Indianapolis speakers delivering a notable oration.
Letter From Texas Journal Entry From Austin Trip
A traveler writes from Austin describing journeys from Brenham to Galveston aboard the ship Josephine. He details sea travel along the Gulf and a rough stagecoach ride, noting markets in New Orleans with tropical fruits and watermelons, then describes dawn on the Gulf and a restful night aboard.
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Austin
Texas
Mont
New Orleans
Galveston
Lone Star State
Brenham
Gulf
Crescent Cuy
Abund
Brasher City
Josephine
Atchatainga
Terra Firma
Old Sol
Texas Land Outlook and Austin Scene in 1870
Early letters describe Gulf coast land near Galveston and Austin’s hill country, noting prices from 25 cents to 5 dollars per acre, potential earnings from cotton, and cheap prairie land. Immigration prospects rise with railroads, while real estate values near the capitol attract buyers. Also reports a political gathering where Col. Bickel defends A. S. Kinnan in blackmail case, urging patience until court.
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Galveston
Mouston
Zbrenham
Capitol
Kokomo
Austin
Tim
Texas
J. M. Lexps
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Kokomo Journal
Fershing & Montgomery
Fishoimo
Proceedings City Council
Ben
John Nelson
Greenfield Inc
Friuxp Mont
Odd Fellows
H. Swope
Ance
Kinnan
Richmond
Phillips Hall
Col. Bickel
Bickel
Kinnar
Public Square
Tianware
de Lee & Gordon
Lee & Gordon
Do Lee & Gordon
Liverpool
Dotte & Gordon
Meré Furnitura
Queensware
Main
Lee
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