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Newspaper
Kokomo Journal
Location
Kokomo, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1870
Page
5
The Journal marks six months of weekly issue with growing County readership. It notes no profit yet but steady living, inviting more subscribers and advertising support from local business. The paper promises ongoing publication focused on home interests and local news.
General Shanks falls for a prank as a false dispatch about his wife sparks a rush home. A spirit paper idea gains traction with the State Association. Reed Losey and others may contribute to scribbling. McFarland who shot Richardson visits Indianapolis and is hailed by some. Peru Railroad shows solid business this season and gets thanks from travelers. Frankfort Banner editor receives Madison Ale. Western Independent moves to semi monthly as J. R. Randall retires. Garrigan advertisement noted in this paper.
The Howard County case involving Lieut. Daugherty is described with a stance of impartiality. The piece notes removal of Daugherty and the role affidavits played, while acknowledging public opinion and avoiding editorial bias. It mentions other papers influencing opinion and cites a cautious approach to publishing communications.
A Tipton county fishing party at Dormer's dam six miles east of town saw an 18 year old man named Smith drown after venturing into water over his head. Several observers lacked opportunity to save him before his body was moved to Tipton County for burial.
The text suggests the Democrat favors specific salaries while Turpen opposes such ideas during boot blacking for the Democratic party in Tipton county. It then questions whether a relative of Balaam’s animal spoke, challenging readers to think further.
The monthly statement shows a public debt decrease of 14,301,962.57 in the last month and 31,766,405.36 since March 1. Total debt for principal and interest stands at 2,645,120,271.27 with coin in Treasury at 106,789,731.85 and currency 14,243,816.87.
A congressional bill sets a fine of 500 dollars and up to three years in prison for fraudulent voter registration and repetition. Democrats oppose the measure, arguing it will reduce Democratic majorities, especially in New York.
Advices from Hong Kong say the Northern China rebellion is growing and government troops have been defeated in several clashes. The insurgents are described as Mohamedans moving toward Orgs a Mongolian settlement protected by Russians.
Mrs. Sarah B. Freeman of Indianapolis spoke Monday about organizing a State Society for the Relief of the crippled and Raptured free of charge. She may return to provide fuller details to the public.
In Elkhart a new Republican paper is announced with the opposition label the word. The piece argues the Review will endure despite the challenge and believes it will survive the upcoming start.
The Defiance Democrat denounces Eastern drummers as immoral and unhealthy with claims one in three travels with a fancy woman. John W. Burson is nominated as the Republican candidate for Senator representing Madison and Delaware counties.
The firm shifts leadership with Tarking ton Turpen and a notable fourth ward figure, described as never drinking a pint, taking the helm while Kern Pollard & Co steps back.
A Post office has been established at Creal's Mill ten miles northwest of Terre Haute on the Indianapolis Railroad line with Dr Hollingsworth named postmaster.
The Congregational church held a Sunday evening installation for Rev. Mr. Baldwin with full seating and strong choir performance. Rev. Mr. Howe of Terre Haute preached a fine sermon, followed by Rev. Mr. Hyde delivering the charge.
The Marion Monitor exposes Sam H Hamilton as a recent absconder who fled with funds from the city treasury, describing him as a printer and a three going confidence man. The notice warns Masonic members and churchgoers against him and urges publicity of his acts to aid an injured public.
Judge Perkins releases a card to defend his wartime stance. He recalls publishing a letter pledging support for the Administration to save the Union, despite Democratic denouncement and ridicule. He says he now prioritizes country over party and dismisses partisan slang.
The document provides the current year’s complete roster of Indiana Grand Lodge officers led by MH Rice as Grand Master. Others include W Porter as Deputy Grand Master, William T Clark as Senior Grand Master, Christian Fettie as Jun Grand Master, Charles Fisher as Grand Treasurer, John M Bramwell as Grand Secretary, Rev John Leach as Grand Chaplain, G H Fish as Senior Grand Deacon, W B McDonald as Junior Grand Deacon, I S Wisner as Grand Lecturer, Thomas B Ward as Grand Marshal, and Wm H Bisck as Grand Tyler.
A Massachusetts native invents a roller skating device creating waves in Charleston. Locals, from refined to rough, take to skates and tumble while learning. The new contraption delights and provokes mixed reception among coastal residents.
The Morgan County Gazette quotes a radical pledge about voting and a cemetery, noting it would make a fine speculation in that township. The Akron Globe has been enlarged and presents a better appearance.
The Reform candidate Emery wins by 3214 with 16978 total votes cast and 993 behind registration. Bowen Republicans elect two Aldermen and five Common Council members, two of whom are colored. Emery Republicans elect five colored. Emerities hold majority in Common Council while Aldermen’s board remains tied with incumbents.
A new Republican daily named Danny Times begins publication in Indianapolis, joining another morning paper advocating Republican principles. The edition earns praise for its neat appearance and editorial ability. Success to the Times Company.
A caller named Jones, editor and preacher, attended the Congregational Association and praised the city for four years of improvements. He cited his surprise at the progress and spoke warmly of the local leadership.
On a Tuesday evening a group of men and boys surrounded a hidden object. A man struck the body of a dead dog with a ten foot club, mangled remains were hauled in a wagon to the city suburbs for burial. The note laments the death and hopes other dogs meet a similar fate.
W Byron Reed published in last week's Democrat the substance of his recent harrangue upon the streets. No one was hurt by his powerful effort. Both attempts failed in everything except the verifying of that ancient adage that fools still abound.
The note reports thousands arriving in New York over three days and predicts a year of high immigrant inflow. It also mentions a 1861 Fort Sumter gun to be displayed in Washington, a Cassville debtor threat, political debate on polygamy, a Kalamazoo College lecture against Bible use in public schools, and a subscription push to widen the journal’s reach.
The Anderson Herald notes Judge Davis's family sails for Italy hoping to return him if his health allows. A local aside mentions Bell siding with the Democrat while Naty chafed at a Radical label. A reader asks about A B Walker to sell a fox squirrel. Alf touted for many game types. Wm Augustus Kimball, son of General Kimball, is named a cadet to West Point. Horatio Woodbury confirmed as Internal Revenue Collector for the second District.
In Howard county a heated letter questions Daugherty's claim of innocence in the Vanhorn killing. The writer argues the act resembles first degree murder, cites alleged slander against Vanhorn, and urges a fair, impartial trial rather than continued confinement. The piece also criticizes local press bias and reactions to Binns and others.
Kossuth offers lessons in foreign languages at Turin as a means of support and declines gifts from friends. There is talk of a railroad project from Lafayette to Muncie. The wind work has been completed.
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad announces fare reductions to major East destinations. Washington and Baltimore now $16, Philadelphia $18.30, New York $90.10, with lower rates to other eastern points.
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