Printing horse bills for the coming season
Advertises printing services for horse bills with cheap prices. Claims a good assortment of cuts of Horsea and Jacke and invites patrons to visit the office to learn rates and place orders.
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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1882
Page
3
Excursions to Louisville and Indianapolis Featured
A series of notices describe excursions to Indianapolis on April 26 via the J M J, with round trip fares from Madison set at 150. The announcements praise travel by rail, mention baptisms at a Baptist church, and list local civic items including appointments for Purdue University study and repairs at Union Bakery. Various local names and incidents are noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Madison
Local News Highlights and Upcoming Excursions
The When newspaper notes its status as a state institution and mentions low fares to Indianapolis. Obituaries report the death of Mrs. Anna Roppers, with burial at Lee's Ridge. Other items cover Wheat frost damage, a steamer excursion to Louisville on May 6, and a Sunday trip aboard the Fludson, with details on prices and departure times.
Day trip to Louisville by steamer Maggie Harper
On Saturday May 6 an excursion from Milton and Madison to Louisville is organized by the ladies of the Milton M. E. Church. The Maggie Harper departs Madison wharf at 6 45 a m. Round trip 75 cents children 40 cents. Proceeds support a worthy cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Jeffersonville
New Albany
Young Men’s Society of Christ Church
Milton
Madison
M. E. Church of
Maggie Harper
Mob Hangs Garrett After Jail Outing in Indiana
A mob of fifty masked men seized O. M. Garrett from the Jennings county jail at 3 a m and hanged him from a maple tree ten feet from the jail. The mob left a placard reading this is a greeting to the Jennings county jury. Garrett had been acquitted in the same county of complicity in the Walton murder and was later arrested on another charge. Fears grow the mob may hang Frazer and Mrs Walton next.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times-Star
Greenburg
Ind
O. M. Garrett
Jennings County
Garrett
Mr. Walton
Frazer
Mra. Walton
Case of McCue versus Howe Over Oleander Damages
The suit to recover damages for a cow alleged killed by oleander leaves thrown into the street by defendant was decided for the defendant for lack of proof. Judge Berkshire presided in the Duhmies et al versus B F Robbins attachment suit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matilda McCue
Silas D. Howe
Howe
Berkshire
Duhmies Et al
B. F. Robbins
Daylight Burglary and Wedding News in Local Notes
A sneak thief entered Mrs. Catherine Ulmer’s Main Crose home while she was away, taking about $15, jewelry and other items, suggesting familiarity with the house. Separately, the marriage of Mr. David Johnson and Miss Carrie Schofield was solemnized last Wednesday at the bride’s parents’ home with Rev. Wilson presiding, after which the couple left for an extended eastward tour and will reside at the Johnson farm near Clifty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna Roppers
Moses Rodgers
Lee’s Ridge
Catherine Ulmer
Main Crose
Church St
Ulmer
David Johnson
Carrie Schofield
Dr.Wilson
Second Presbyterian’ Church
Lizzie Schofield
Lizzie Craig
Nellie
Susie Colgate
Fred Glass
Johnson Farm
Clifty
Death of W E Vawter at Schofield woollen factory
Mr W E Vawter died at his Mulberry street home on Sunday after being confined by paralysis since last Saturday. He leaves a wife and five children and was 56. Funeral was held yesterday at the Baptist church. Also reported is Will Stewart, 14, who was injured by a freight car wheel while riding a train at North Madison. He was treated by Dr Tilford and returned home on the Michigan road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Vawter
Schofield
Vawter
Mulberry Street
Baptist Church
Will Stewart
North Madison
Tilford
Michigan Road
M.E
Old “Baptist Church
Sam R. Melcher
Hanover
Trial Bottle Of Dr King’s New Discovery For Consumption
All persons seeking relief from consumption coughs colds asthma bronchitis or throat and lung affections are invited to visit C E Heberhart's Drug Store to obtain a free trial bottle of Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption. The offer demonstrates the benefits of a regular dollar size bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C.E. Heberhart
Dr. King
Madison voters warned against corrupt Democrats in May election
The piece urges voters in Madison to reject the corrupt Democratic party blamed for unjust taxation and unpunished official thieves. It notes a six year old child from Indian Kentuck Creek died after a corn grain stuck in his windpipe, and mentions Mr Eves Bacuay buying the Barney Barney stable on Broadway and resuming service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Joseph German
Indian Kentuck Creek
Proper health care tips with Electric Bitters mention
Thousands can be saved by proper judgment in caring for health. If bilious, sallow, with poor appetite and low spirits, do not delay. Go at once and procure a bottle of Electric Bitters, which never fail to cure for fifty cents, per Tribune via U. E. Heberhart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune
U. E. Heberhart
Gentlemen and Ladies Letter List of April 24 1882
A list of names alphabetically organized into Gentlemen and Ladies lists for uncalled letters. The notice explains that letters must be called for as “Advertised Letters” with date, the one month replacement rule, and that uncalled letters go to Mead Letter Office. John W. Link Postmaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manion, Jeersuson Cox
Gentlemen’s List
How to Raise Grapes in the Rhine Country
Plain guide promising success in growing grapes without botanical terms. Convincing readers that any person can cultivate an abundant harvest or start a profitable vineyard by following the method in this little book. Send 50 cents to A. F. Horer, McGregor, Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rhine
Europe
A. F. Horer
McGregor
Lows
Terrible cyclone devastates Brownville and Pennsville areas
A damaging cyclone struck Brownville Missouri on the 18th causing deaths and many injuries. The storm destroyed twenty principal houses and two large brick blocks, with a track about 150 yards wide across the town. At Montrose in Henrie county the wind demolished churches and a school, injuring children. A separate Pennsylvania storm near Pennsville caused widespread ruin and frantic scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northeen
Montrose
Henrie County
Farmer's Institute
Pennsylvania
The
Chronicle
Pennville
Fayette County
Pennsville
Connellaville
Southern Railroad
Mumps and local notes from Vever April 23 1882
Correspondence from Vever notes mumps in town, visits from Otis Kent of Cincinnati, and upcoming high school commencement at the M E Church. Local items cover a church remodel for a Christian congregation, travel returns of Sam Melcher and Ella Baker, a non relocation for G O Thiebaud, and plans for an Entre Nous excursion. Also mentions public hall talk, unseasonable weather dampening activity, sale of the Democratic paper, and local party conventions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vever
Otis Kent
Cincinnati
Charlie Boerner
Stalwart clash over township election amid crop woes
A period editorial laments crop damage from cold and feed shortages while accusing Stalwart Republicans of election interference in Monroe Township April 1882. It praises honest Republicans and urges accountability for failed ballot handling. The piece cites the Madison Star and ends with A. DuMMIE signee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Monroe Township
Madison Star
A. Dummie
Local Notes Show Farm Additions and Community Events
China Mr Pat Dillons new barn enhances the farm. Wu Heitz installs a circular saw in his mill signaling planned expansion. Farmers report frost damage to fruit and wheat. Mr Brown on Graham Road expects insurance payout of 500 dollars after his house fire. Winter rains loosen ground on Robt Hiland farm. fence sections on Madison and Canaan Pike near collapse. A new fence by John McLelland on Crooked Creek to shield hazardous spots. Large crowd at St Anthonys Church last Sunday. parochial school run by Mr Ranfaut thriving. Ranfaut and Miss Louise Heitz to wed at the church next Tuesday in two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pat Dillon
Wu. Heitz
Brown
Graham Road
Rob’t Hiland
Madison
Fire Fiend Sweeps Out a Block in Lawrenceburg
A late evening fire in Lawrenceburg destroyed several commercial and residential buildings after a bucket brigade failed to halt the flames. The Hartman building and three adjacent structures burned, with extensive losses including a press office and personal belongings. a limited insurance payout was noted. The incident prompted a request for an Aurora engine but arrived too late to prevent major damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrenceburg
Aurora
Register
Hartman
Hodel & Taylor
Joseph McGranahan
Isaac Hayes
John S. Dorman & Co
American MéKee
Press
W. B. Dowdell
Arnold and
Holden
Leah Hayes
J. C. Wiles
Liddell
Dand-Majors
Notice of License Application in Madison Indiana
Julius Schmidt announces his intent to apply at the June 1882 term of Jefferson County Commissioners for a license to sell malt spiritous and vinous liquors for consumption on the premises at 45 East Main Cross Street Third Ward Madison Indiana between Main and Mulberry streets. The notice appears in this issue as required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF Indiana
Jeffenson County
Benjamin F. Kennedy
Joseph W. Vestal
Circuit Court of
and County
Jefferson County
Eli Campbell
Thos. Voris
Said Voris
Nonce
Jetteson County
Commissioners’ Court
Main Cross Street
Betwen Main
Mulberry
Mulberry Streeta, No. 45 Fast Main Cross St
Madison
Julierson County
Indiana
Julius Schmidt
Guide
Matt. Kennedy
John ‘Murtagh
Capt. Kirk
Frank
Genter
Fred
Binder
Jacob Schneider
Court House
Chas
F. Belser
Chas, Bach
John Ritchie
Quigley
C. W. King
Thos, Cavanaugh
Fred Ernst
Poll
Fifth Ward
Main Cross
Elm Streets
Wm. E. McLeland
Chas. A. Bowman
Madison man seeks license to sell liquor in third ward
YY OTICE is hereby given that I will ap ply to the Commissioners of Jefferson anid county, for license to sell malt, spiritu ous and vinous liquore, in lees quanticy th: ". ises, situated on the southwest corner of West' and Ohio streets in the third ward, in 'the city of Madison Jefferson coun ty, Indians. HENRY NIESSE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County
Indiana
Anid County
Lees Quanticy
West’ and
Ohio Streets
Third Ward
Madison
Henry Niesse
Madison Honors Annual City Election Notice 1882
The Madison Common Council authorizes a public notice for the annual city election on May 2, 1882. Voters will elect one Mayor and one Councilman per ward for two years and a Water Works Trustee for three years. Polls open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Inspectors and judges selected per ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Indiana
Hholsen
James Roberts
City of
Said
State of
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John Arnett
Mann Anderson
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Susan Carter
Mary Cain
Maggie Counin
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Nicholas Cook
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Sarah Green
Ida Gosnell
Lizzie Hanson
Clara Hugher
Annie Winston
Amanda Wilkins
Mre Wright
Erman Remedy
Sito Otty
Mat Ptt
A. Vogeler J & Co
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Brownville, Mo
Tur
Christian Chapel
Spaulding
Broadway Drug Store
Swift
Madison Brewing Co
Hudron
VRTAT
Williams
Ella Baker
G. O. Thiebaud
Entre Nous Club
Charlie Weber
P. T
Hartford
F. Dalmazzo
Democrat
Irwin Armstrong
Tre City
Firet Ward
Wm. Woodruff
Solomon McCallum
J. W. Faulkner
Gleanlegs
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F. G. Wharton
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China
North American Review
Carl Schurz
Gorringe
W. B P. Mallock
Egniat
Gail Hamilton
Guiteau-Garfield
Ford Klein’s
Shelby Township
Benjamin Pf, Kennedy
Juba McGregor, Atty
Sixth Ward
Centennial Hotel
Carl Robinson
George Moe Kinney
Chas. Wycoff
Byorder City Council
Titordens
Fe Westnets
Addrees
Daniel FP
Beatty
Washington
Jecery
J. WH. Schenck
Philadelphia
J H. Schenck
C. E
N. Dela, Ave
Philada
Athor
Paabody
Taysele
Geo. Woods & Co
Cambridgeport
Mass
G. W.inghaslam & CO
Boston
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