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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1882
Page
2
The Weekly Herald offers a $10 prize for the person sending in the largest club outside Madison before June 1, 1882 and a $500 prize for the next largest club. Subscriptions cost 50 cents yearly. discounts apply for clubs at various sizes. Club payments must be in advance and agents are sought for all county post offices.
A Republican circular issued Sunday morning ahead of the April election is accused of misrepresenting figures about Mr. Fowler. Critics say the document combined salary and expenses for the poor, misleading voters about services rendered.
A public reflection on President vetoes the Chinese Bill and criticizes East Coast Republicans for ignoring Pacific coast protests. It labels Chinese immigration as mercenary labor competition and accuses party leaders of yielding to moneyed monopolies while contrasting with other immigrant paths.
Editorial lament cites mob hanging of Long at Koko mo and the killing of Jose James in St. Joseph Missouri. Calls for swift punishment of criminals, arguing society must protect life and property and condemns due process delays. The piece urges public approval of severe measures against James gang members.
Fragmentary text indicates a murder case involving the Fords and three gang members facing hanging or execution as punishment. The excerpt mentions settling matters, peaceful conduct, and the implication of legal consequences for the accused.
The report describes Jeff Lavel and Mac Stanley detained in the county jail by Sheriff Demaree after an intoxicated night. Lavel was released to vote for a Republican slate under implied pressure, while Stanley refused and stayed jailed. The piece questions political coercion and liberties under threat as a warning against such tactics.
The piece condemns the Republican party as dying after the war, lacking principles, and led by worn out figures. It accuses former leaders of exploiting a large southern negro vote to sustain the party, then seeks new groups like Chinese immigrants to fill its ranks and votes. The rhetoric portrays a party feeding on minority blocs to survive.
A call to voters of modest means to evaluate the government's impact on poverty under current administration. It argues citizens should support permanent relief rather than seek favors, and challenges those who vote out of fear or for temporary gains.
The piece argues Republicans rely on whisky support to portray themselves as the moral element but after April elections in Indianapolis Cincinnati and other cities they admit defeat due to losing the whisky vote and saloon support.
A lively Republican dispute centers on who killed the bear on the first Monday in April with claims by Marah Simpson and Mike Garber naming several individuals. The Star counters by accusing the Courier force of backing Fowler, warning Democrats may laugh if the bear proves to be a calf.
Kroz the Democratic candidate for Trustee in the township containing Indianapolis won by 1347 votes while Greenback candidate had 161. Democratic for road superintendent received 319 votes versus 276 for Republican. Toll roads purchase passed with 8219 affirmative and 4418 negative.
The Fifth Ward performed well for Democratic candidates in April, defying its long reputation as a strong Republican area. Revival meetings held by Baptist, Methodist and Christian churches in the ward appear to be contributing to improved turnout and support.
Democratic candidate Viscer Kerx outlined as a man of high standing and energy. He asserts his campaign will be vigorous and says only a Democrat loyal to duty can secure an overwhelming victory over incumbent Mayor Brashear.
After a month of work, experts sworn an agreement declares ex county treasurer Gibson a defaulter to the amount of 14000 dollars. The note criticizes political thieves and praises Delaware county for aiming to place the party in the best position.
Dr. Max Literraat, rabbi of the Mound Street Temple in Cincinnati, died on the fifth of the previous month after a paralytic stroke on March 25. His great ability and liberal religious views earned him a high national rank among ministers.
Henry M. Texter of Colorado becomes Secretary of the Interior. William E. Chandler of New Hampshire is nominated as Secretary of the Navy. Secretary Hunt assigned to the Russian Mission.
The Herald's rooster sits atop its column lineup this week, adding a cheerful touch to the page. The image signals a light, ongoing feature as the paper keeps a steady perch in the readers' eye.
The Daily Business, a new daily paper started at Seymour by L. M. Boland S. V. Cox E. E. Rettig and B. B. Cunningham, has been received at our office. It is full of local news and has a sprightly newsy appearance.
Tur Cowier endorses Esquire Cravens as the Republican candidate for Mayor while the Star presses for Sam Smith and the Herano backs Vincent Kirk as the next mayor, signaling a contested field among local factions.
Tae Franklin Democrat has changed hands multiple times recently while Bender is captured. Luther Short continues as editor and proprietor.
Duartes Francis Adams has recently become the target of a financial loss totaling $20,000. He is described as no longer able to manage his own financial affairs.
The late Chicago vote settles a city council with 19 Democratic members, 14 Republicans, and 2 Socialists joining the legislative body amid post election shifts and party realignment.
On Monday night the Democrats placed to nomination an excellent city ticket by a primary election. Col Marsh Jos T Brashear and Vincent Kirk led a high standing slate with Kirk winning wards one two and three and Brashear leading ward four five and six. Collins defeated Sabherton in the sixth ward as Democrats pledge support for the ticket.
Easter observances filled several churches with high praise for music and decorations. St Marys St Michaels Christ Trinity Vine Street Baptist and other congregations highlighted the origin of Easter in both worship and Sunday school services.
Young Tom Mullen left home seeking fun and drank Kentucky whisky in Milton. He smashed windows and was arrested, charged seven dollars and costs for his fan, and is now lodged with the Trimble County jailer.
Feask McKay son of Floyd McKay from near Brooksburg died Saturday of typhoid fever. His sister Mrs Culman is also seriously ill with the same disease.
Dispatch from Cincinnati dated the 7th reports St. Xavier's church burned this morning leaving only the empty tower and roofless walls. Loss estimated at 150000 to 200000 with insurance around 20000. Fire likely started from candles after services last night. The structure valued about 200000, with Gothic altars and German carved statues. valuables in the sacristy may also be destroyed. The church was a city landmark, 70 by 170 feet, with two organs and a bell chime just installed.
Despatch from Kearney dated the sixth reports crowds in town as Jesse James lies in state at the Kearney House. Funeral at Baptist Church led by Rev. J. M. Martin with Rev. R. B. Jones assisting. Remains moved to his mother’s home, then to a hillside grave.
The San Francisco Examiner notes that General Rosecrans was viewed unfavorably in Washington after he denounced a plan to award the first victor a vacant Major Generalship. In a March 6 1863 letter Rosecrans questions the honor auction and warns of injustice to deserving officers. He argues merit should guide promotion, not personal gain.
Mr. Tilden praises Thomas Jefferson as a founder of the Democratic party and a model of liberty and public virtue. He condemns federal overreach and the drift toward elective despotism, urging a revival of Jeffersonian principles to preserve constitutional limits and official integrity.
Congress faces protests over a proposed three cent increase for at most an ounce mail and a push to cut postage to two cents. The Senate considers a $500,000public building in Louisville, while other actions include tax rulings, rail road concerns, penny coin demand, and rules for counting presidential electors with a January start and five day window.
The Louisville Courier Journal urges Congress to fund Mississippi River improvements commensurate with stakes. It argues the consolidation plan, not outlets, best preserves navigation and reduces flood damage to riparian property, noting drastic declines in land value and a 30 million cotton loss from floods.
The Rushville GOP convention of Rush Fayette and Decatur counties re-nominated Saumal A Bonner for judge and M D Mackett for prosecuting attorney. The report also notes retirements, acquisitions, and local incidents including a suicide in Moorea Hill and a mastodon remains discovery near Mishawaka.
The Madison Herald favors a candidate from its own county or the nearest Jefferson county Democrat who consents to go before the convention. It notes that if no Jefferson county man runs, Dr Woollen of Switzeland is considered, while Harman’s supporters question a candidacy and Judge Holman’s plans remain unclear amid press pressure.
Millions of trial bottles of Dr King’s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds are given away at 65 Heberharts Drug Store. The note promises the medicine never fails to cure and invites readers to try it. A separate receipt from Washington DC April 1 782 records a donation to Bettie and the baby via Frederick Douglass through John D Simpson Madison Star Indiana.
A historic pitch touts Electric Bitters as a cure for low spirits, loss of appetite, debility, and bilious diseases. It claims quick improvement, renewed strength, and lasting relief, urging purchase at fifty cents a bottle from C. E Heberharts.
Bu klen's Arnica svalve offers cures for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Priced at 25 cents per box and sold by C. E. Herberhart.
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