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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1879
Page
3
The Jefferson Herald notes the Vevey cornet band serenading the office, reports a 15 percent telephone dividend between Newcastle and Eminence, and observes boosted holiday sales. It covers obituaries, a court sentencing for Matric Watcroe, a bond for Ben Wuarrserr, church services, Xmas entertainments, and a teacher’s gift tree for West End School children.
Obituaries report the deaths of Mrs. Frasces Merrono and Cincinnatus Hens, with funeral details from Christ Church. Sylvester Kore and Wm Galbraith are also noted among local deaths. other items include court actions, fraternal officer elections, and a promotional alert for W. F. Bruning’s store.
Neighbors forced entry into Schnable's block office on Friday night to recover unread artifacts from Dr. Abraham Ennis who vanished. Among items were four letters to city residents and unpaid wills tied to Miss Puss Ennis, the doctor's daughter. The found letter from Madison notes Ennis fleeing Dec 24 1879 with $28 and scant possessions, seeking relief from debts and promising repayment when possible.
The Trinity Church fair in Lansay's block drew strong support with Miss Nellie Grayson winning the card basket by three votes over Miss Dora McCoy. Net proceeds exceeded 400 dollars. Richard Jomson was named Madison's most popular manufacturer.
The bazar run last week at Odd Fellows Hall drew large crowds Thursday to Saturday with music by the Vevay cornet band. Prizes included a gold headed cane to City Treasurer Middleson and a gold necklace to Miss Stary Morris. The event cleared $930.
Joan Roberts filed suit in the Circuit Court against the B., B. & M. Railroad for 1000 dollars claiming value for legal services aiding in securing 50,000 dollars city subscription. A compromise reached last Monday fixed Roberts at 3500 dollars.
The Orange Judd Co advertises the 39th volume of the American Agriculturist with fencing information and about nine hundred engravings. Readers are invited to see the publishers' offer and explore valuable content on fencing and other subjects.
A two year old son of Mr. W. P. Graham died from diphtheria after falling ill Thursday night and passing away Saturday morning at 3 o clock.
Mrs. Milton Stapp fell on Friday night at the Branham home, suffering painful injuries to the chest and head. The incident occurred at the residence of her granddaughter Mrs. CU T Branham.
A long list shows couples obtaining marriage licenses including Cordrey and Werbe, Smpiel and Locke, Clashman and Cotton, Chitwood and Cavett, Hollenbeck and Murray, Danner and Malcom, Short and Lee, Stewart and Payne, Goldsimidt and Brandt, Hammerle and Saberton, McGeorge and Dunlap, Miller and Mullen, Lanhan and Latter, Triukle and Ireland, Oliver and Morgan, McCarty and Magan, Brooks and Nattuls, plus Lammercer and Ovhs and Tull and Martin, among others.
On last Friday night the Juniata Tribe of Red Men listed its officers Sachem Jos R Zuck Senior Sagamore H P Shan non Juniar Sagamore Wm Tood Keeper of Wampum John W Verry Chief of Records John A Zuck Prophet Argus DD Vanesdal A Seheik Hi DB foster and W H Geen Trustees
The U S Court issues mandamus in favor of Hanover College and other Pulaski county creditors. A five mill tax is levied to pay judgments on county bonds sold in this city years ago. Other items note a hip fracture from a wagon fall, a Sunday school entertainment, Frasyk Gysre declared insane, a circuit court postponement for Thos Mullen Carson, and preparations for a charity ball at Odd Fellows’ Hall tomorrow night.
Prof. Mathews catalogs historical illusions created by writers who value drama over accuracy. From Lamartine and Wellington to Hugo and Napoleon, many famous quotes lack factual grounding, while misattributions and romantic embellishments distort past events.
Rev Henry G Spalding summarized Pompeii history noting a Spanish engineer’s spade first uncovered ruins in 1748. The city lay 23 to 26 feet under ash and volcanic mud, with a mud layer from steam driven ash, later eruptions, and surface soil. He defended Pompeii as a city of art and culture, contrasting with later American fears of vice.
A canine lingers in front of a bakery while Ing master sits in a nearby saloon, illustrating a curious scene of a dog awaiting its owner.
A New York Times item recounts a couple seeking marriage despite cousinship. Dr Heitzmann performed a blood analysis to test vital indications, concluding the match suitable, leading to a wedding.
Excerpt from Memoirs de Madame Remu sat published in the Revue des Deur Momoies recounts Napoleon asking Josephine to feign pregnancy to produce an heir. Corvisart refused to assist. the tale later linked to the birth of the King of Rome. A fashion tip follows, describing a duchesslike disguise using a husband's old jacket.
Franklin quotes about widows and prime cost. The best Salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents per box. Madison. 8-37.
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