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Newspaper
Kokomo Journal
Location
Kokomo, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1870
Page
2
The wool market opened lively with buyers. Fleece washed 40 cents, Tub washed 45 cents, and Dirt 30 cents. The census will begin around June first to gather ages, birthplaces, property values, crops and other data. Milo S Hascall campaigns for Congress in his district against Billy Williams.
A critical tirade references Hardesty of the Anderson Herald suing over rights to a hair history project and mock claims of patent violations. The piece then shifts to Democratic criticism of colleges admitting colored students and cites southern racist quotes tied to West Point appointments, noting the world moves.
The Marion resident Nat Gordon has been elevated to President of the town council, a position long viewed as his aspirational peak. The announcement notes his rise to leadership in Marion, Grant County, and invites congratulations from readers.
The radical Democrat notes the first appearance of a Democratic aligned paper in the city. Turpen, a veteran writer, is praised for politicking in Howard County and is expected to shape Democratic views while the piece predicts Republican gains as readers awaken. The note expresses cautious business welcome and anticipates Turpen’s influence.
A well known northern city resident attempted suicide by taking a large dose of Aconite after turmoil in her household. Medical aid was promptly summoned and she survived. The writer cautions against attempting to end troubles with such methods.
The letter rate could drop from three to two cents per half ounce if franking is abolished. The public would benefit from Senate passage of the House bill, but senators oppose paying postage on their own letters, so public relief seems unlikely at lawmakers own expense.
In Boonville, Martin of the Enquirer is praised for changing his respectful address from “Black person” to calling certain citizens his “colored friends.” Readers critique his rhetoric and urge full reconciliation by rejecting what some deem a failing democracy.
On Tuesday night a group of mischievous youths, likely older, piled store boxes outside storefronts and removed signs. The writer urges a detective to track them and set an example for public safety and accountability.
Judge Bradley, newly appointed to the Supreme Court, has long been a member and ruling elder of the Reformed Dutch Church of Newark New Jersey. The note praises noble men raised to high offices of trust.
A radical Democrat column asks what faith is to be defended and questions whether it is Radicalism Spiritualism democracy or another creed. It seeks clarification on the defender's beliefs and the weapons proposed to uphold them.
Visitors to the lumber yards of Henderson Tate and Hazzard note rapid arrivals of all grades, with strong prices. The quantity received daily exceeds prior expectations, showing healthy demand for timber goods in the area.
Drs. Scott and Mavity attended the 20th annual session of the Indiana State Medical Society in Indianapolis on Tuesday. The event gathered physicians from across the state to discuss medical standards and ongoing research.
A Kansas dispatch details six men assaulting two Roach daughters aged twelve and fourteen in Lahore. One attacker shot during the act. after dawn three were captured and hanged, with two more executed later. The text notes public sentiment justifying quick punitive action. A Tipton county sighting follows about a worldly fashion trend.
The Metropolitan Circus Company will perform here next Monday with a show praised by thousands as top in the nation. The tent will be full both night and day. Read the bills and go to the show for peanuts and candy.
A critic labels Josh Munden a Democrat, calling him disloyal and a thief while comparing him to Floyd, the so called apostle of Democracy, accusing him of election tricks.
The Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows of Missouri meets in St Louis with large attendance. There are 185 lodges and 8897 members, assets total 211246 dollars, up 33277 for the year. Morals, health and county matters surface in rapid item notes. Abner Conwell dies after being kicked by a horse. seven men whipped for petit larceny in Wilmington Delaware.
Rumors of a Sunday night murder near Galveston swirl as Amos Danford and R H Dissinger quarrel over slanderous gossip. A knife is drawn, Danford fatally wounds Dissinger, and the killer is arrested. The paper urges legal investigation before judgment. Also notes Kokomo progress and the death of Joseph Welsh of the Marble Works.
Readers are given yesterday’s quotes for wood products. Clear Walnut ranges from 10 to 45, common Walnut 30 to 35, clear Poplar 21, common 12, clear Ash 20, with notes crediting Mr. George D. Tate for the figures.
The local scene reports little paid turnout for traveling concerts and small shows. Promoters lament repeated disappointment as residents grow wary of vague promises and overhyped events.
The article notes corn planting is nearly finished with farmers more visible on streets than in the prior week, indicating the wrap up of field work and increased local activity.
Colored citizens of Hasward and nearby counties plan a May 24 parade starting at 10 A M at Sycamore and Washington under C S Hance, marching to the old fair ground for speeches by Dr A Teague Rev J M Williams and others with Kokomo Brass Band music.
The Terre Haute salt well reached 520 feet last Saturday evening. Capt J Q Back lectured on temperance in Peru with notable success. An effort aimed to commit McFarland to an insane asylum. Mrs McFarland Richardson is seriously ill at Woodside. A block of buildings burned in New Orleans on Saturday causing $300,000 in losses. Hon Thomas Irwin long serving U S Court judge at Pittsburgh died Saturday. Citizens debate whether to hold a home Fourth of July celebration or visit another town.
The text notes Indianapolis becoming a daily, promotes New Cincinnati Store for cheap jewelry and carpets, mentions the Masonic Mutual Benefit Society paying two losses including 1500 to Dr. Bobbs's widow, and records Jefferson County Republicans backing Hon. Foun R Cravens for Congress. It also mentions a new Methodist building in Portland, Jay County, and criticizes local church conditions.
A Logansport Journal reflection lauds Hon. James N. Tyner of the 8th District for his House service. It notes his chairmanship on Post Offices and Post Roads leading to millions in government savings and his role on Education and Labor amid investigation of charges by Fernando Wood against Gen. O. O. Howard.
A public caution references hazardous simmering compounds known as Ditters sold as concentrated death mixtures. It denounces cheap poisonous whiskey and rum spiced to taste and urges use of Dr Pierce’s Alt Ext or Golden Medical Discovery as vegetable blood purifiers and tonics. Sold by druggists nationwide.
An advertisement touts Hagan's Magnolia Balm and Lyon's Kathairon as beauty aids. It claims Magnolia Balm restores youth, prevents graying, and removes blemishes while Kathairon keeps hair in place and promotes growth. The copy promises fair pricing and dramatic facial and scalp improvements.
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