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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1878
Page
3
In Jefferson and nearby counties readers see advertising pleas and notices alongside court delays, tax totals, school vacations, weather, shipments, and local bustle. Items include delinquent Scott county taxes, two week public school vacation, cold snap, shipments of rabbits and horses, and road improvements.
Hon TH W Haveroroy of In divaepolis engaged for the defense in the Scudder case. A new hearing is to be held in the current session of the Jefferson Circuit Court.
The note describes a supposed method by Dr. Price to extract the subtle flavor from fruits using a new process. It promotes an unverified product Tom bis Flavectos and claims it enhances taste, urging ladies to prefer these extracts for superior flavor and slive ving extredts.
Multiple local items note repairs at Christ Church furnaces, a sick report in Scott county, a $400 reward offered by Kentucky for a murder arrest, convalescence of Bettie Cravens, a missionary reaching Siam, Gen Harrion joining Anne Thompson’s guitar project, and court-ordered planning mill work shipping boxes valued at $1000 weekly. City Council widens cemetery gravel paths and circle road.
The text explains adulterated baking powders harden gluten and hinder digestion. It claims Dr Price's Claim Baking Powder ensures purity and a perfect blend, making bread and biscuits easier to digest.
A Madiean Indiana party traveling from Littl River Massachusetts brings back fifty five ducks twenty one deer and five turkeys after four days of shooting. The catch is linked to the Alirey McKay Gavut coordination referenced in Forest and Stream.
Headquarters confirms Beech Grove Diving Park directors sustain decision. Ray Frank is ruled a ringer and the premium awarded him must be returned or the horse barred from the fort.
Joan Hasty of Saluda was found guilty of bastardy in the Circuit Court. On Edwina Bo Walker's complaint, he was fined 500 dollars to be paid in ten installments. If the first payment is missed, he faces one year in jail unless securing the amount.
A deck passenger on the Gan Lytle demanded food from the cook, was refused, and killed the second cook Ed Coleman with a hatchet after being allowed to leave the cabin. Police report a fatal assault aboard the vessel near Morelay on a stormy evening.
Mr. Harry Syook of Columbus and Moss Josephine Mayfield of Bright's Station were married Thursday afternoon at the bride’s residence. The event marks a notable union amid the era's divided sections, with the groom once a Morgan raiding participant and the bride’s father a noted financial sufferer from raids.
The Twenty second Indiana Veteran Volunteer Infantry holds its second reunion at Mulisens Taltt on Tuesday December Stat with all preparations complete. Public fare tickets and rail route information to Martino Ty are arranged. Attendees include Cal Path GC Davie of the 231 US and Gevit Hoa, among others, for the festivities.
Mr Morerson of Johnson tosnelip, Scott canary shows four bushels of Fuliz wheat on four acres last fall, yielding 104 bushels at 26 bushels per acre. After harvest he plowed the ground, planted corn and reaped 160 bushels 40 bushels per acre. He sowed more land to wheat again after harvest and expects similar results, asserting he works hard and won't stay idle.
Between seventy five and one hundred survivors of the 224 Indiana Regiment are expected at the reunion to be held Tuesday in the city. Rooms near 30 East Main Cross Street have been engaged for veterans with a business meeting, street parade, and welcome session at the courthouse. Notables like Gen Jeff C. Davis may attend, and citizens are urged to ensure a successful gathering and friendly hospitality for all guests.
The Indiana Supreme Court rules that state law prohibits selling intoxicants on specified holidays including Sunday and major national and state holidays. The May 5 act requires pharmacists to have prescriptions to dispense liquors on those days, and the decision notes potential retroactivity and the need to apply IST provisions.
The ADL Society plans its New Year charity ball at Odd Fellows Hall. The event promotes Cherautore and a modest admission fee, aiming to fill the venue and raise funds to aid those in need in the city. Tickets are encouraged even for those unable to attend.
Tun Erie Penn gagete notes two Madison boys touring the country on roller tracks reached Erie. A Weight exhibition impresses with grace while W T Daniels performs nearly effortless feats. Daniels is hailed as champion skater of the American continent based on last night’s display.
A meeting at the Madison court house arranged entertainment for surviving members of the 22.1 Indiana infantry scheduled to arrive on the 31st. Captain Nugent presided, with J. Y. Allison as chairman and J. L. Jones as secretary. Citizens were urged to aid, with a second meeting set for December 26 and a supplemental gathering on December 20 to finalize plans. A long post office letter list followed, listing numerous ladies and gentlemen.
The Star reports a feud between Garber and Crozier factions at the Madison Courier. Crozier seeks joint control of issues and earnings, arguing the postmaster and county printing profits should be pooled, while critics accuse mismanagement, salary burdens, and staff cuts under current leadership.
The article reports disputed salaries and threats linked to Andy Crozier and the Croziers amid reports of friction with the Garbers. It notes back wages around six hundred dollars and ongoing squabbles over staffing and office control as town rumors persist.
Among hulies and gentlemen of refinement Dr Price's Unique Perfumes are in great favor. Having sweetness and durability they are universal favorites among Towers of perfumes. Dr Dr Price's Alista Bonquer for a handkerchief perfume it is delightful.
A London correspondent reports a comical tale of buying a pen designed to ink the fingers. A Paris trader, an Omaha stationer, and a Sioux City shop figure in a misdirected purchase story highlighting a British invention with ink stained fingers and a costly misunderstanding.
A retail listing enumerates glassware and china items with per item prices. Items include goblets six to ten dollars, preserved dishes, produce dishes with covers, spoon holders, celery glasses, bowls, egg glasses, molasses cans, pitchers, wine glasses, sugar bowls, butter dishes, cake stands, lanterns, lamps, and pepper boxes. Prices range from five to one hundred units, with quantities and sale terms sparsely noted.
The departure notes the death on September 12 of Ganbe, the oldest horse on record in the area, owned by Donk Bett of Jepal. Ganbe lived forty five years and six months, remained vigorous to the end, and was renowned as a noted stallion in Wingston and Ulster counties.
A new Auction Store fronts on Mary street nearly opposite the Continental Hotel offering goods at self prices. Items include Alpacas, knives, scissors, razors, spoons, window sash and glass, and general hardware all described as first class and affordable.
The remark notes a playful line about compliments to women, suggesting the phrase “sand-ome-t” as a coined form. It emphasizes the context of addressing a woman with a specific term. No further details or events are provided.
An 1860s notice promotes glycerole of Amidon as a cure for wounds and skin issues. The page lists W Rogers & Co as sellers and hints at rail and baggage services. A December 31 Madison Indiana reunion of the 22d Indiana Volunteer Infantry is announced with contact details for organizing officers and associated regiments.
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