Defamatory Allegations Tie Journalists to Asylum Scandal
Amid a heated debate, accusations surface that Jim Woodward of the Cincinnati Enquirer and associates conspire to smear asylum officers for Radical party gain. A Dr. Rogers statement condemns the claims as false and defamatory, while whistleblowers recount alleged bribery and blackmail surrounding asylum staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Sentinel
Jim Woodward
Ayhawker
The
Cincinnati Enquirer
Jayhawker
J. Hutchinson
Frebbeek
John Pressley
Marion County
Hutchinson
Fishback
Hutchiowen
Aspon
Sid Buggy
Dr. Rogers
Rogers
Fulchineol
Amd
Journal exposes hospital tensions and autopsy details
A detailed account discusses disobedience by a hospital officer, alleged patient treatment concerns, and wartime head injuries. It notes limited autopsies, proper burials, and consent practices, then recounts a New Year frolic involving Eva Afen and an attendant, framed as an indiscretion rather than a crime.
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Thomas, Hubbard and Beapfene
Hutchinson
Eva Alfen
Allen
Mt. Jackson
Madison Star Attacks Fairness in Local Legal Fight
The piece rebuts accusations that Mayor Brashear and councilmen seek to defend themselves in Circuit Court from contempt. It accuses the Madison Star of bias and unfair reporting while defending the indicted mayor and critiquing newspaper coverage as defamatory and partisan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison Star
Star
Brashear
Sam
Madtesee
Genet
City Justice disputed over mayoral contempt and finances
The Madison controversy centers on the mayor and six council members facing contempt charges at February term. The piece questions funding for defense, argues against city money being used, and defends Mayor Brashear against Radical critics and alleged slander.
Maine Supreme Court Criticized Over Judicial Inconsistency
A historical critique argues Maine judges biased by party as it cites 1877 Democrat seats unseated on technical law and 1880 Republican cases on similar grounds. It condemns Radical influence and calls for public action to curb the court’s perceived double standards.
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Ous
Maine Supreme Court
Supreme Court of Maine
Maine
Franklin Democrats Favor Holman for Congress Nomination
A clipped note from the Franklin Democrat reports that leading Democrats in the district back Judge Holman for the Congressional nomination. Local sentiment in Franklin and Branklio counties shows strong support for Holman, with expectations he will win the county vote and secure the nomination.
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Franklin Democrat
Franklin County
Remark on Dr Woollen’s Congressional Nomination
The passage urges Dr Woollen to be nominated for Congress in the Fifth district era. It notes his 1876 sacrifice for the Fourth district and his 1878 election to the State Senate against his wishes, arguing justice supports his nomination by the Democratic party.
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Paginas
Woollen
Democratic Party
State Senate
Justice and Right
Congress
Duties of the Hour for Democrats in Public Life
An exhortation urging Democrats to act as a united, selfless party aligned with its declared principles. It condemns personal schemes and selfish motives, calling for loyalty, zealous work, and public service in line with party doctrine to strengthen the party and public welfare.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Maine political crisis and court doubts threaten Union status
A critique of Maine politics argues ex Republicans and Greenbackers sowed doubt after vote counting to challenge outcomes. It accuses Governor Garcelon of aiding party interests by courting a partisan supreme court ruling, warning that two legislatures clash and two governors mobilize to test legality, with potential national ripple effects.
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Maine
Garcelon
Supreme Court
Brady's Bitters End in House Investigation
Brady the Second Assistant Postmaster General faces a House committee probe for misusing Post Office funds on the Star mail service. He reportedly overspent by over $2,000,000 beyond appropriations while reletting the Prescott and Santa Fe route amid disputed contracts and inflated payments to Walch and others.
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Brady
House
Post Office Department
Star Mail Service
Prescott and Santa Fe
Watch
Walch
Kirk
Hines
Pudtoffic Department
Rottennese
Npe
Dove
Kentucky’s Jennet Murderers and Christian County’s Political Heat
A political appeal argues that Christian County Kentucky resists crime critiques and leans Republican. It notes past election majorities for Hayes and Grant, contrasting county mood with national headlines and urging hearings on local crimes.
Radical officials accused in scheme to attack asylum directors
The piece accuses Marshal Dudley and John C New two Radical central committeemen of aiding a sensational newspaper to smear the Insane Asylum administrators. It claims Radical misrule prior harmed state institutions and alleges a calculated revenge campaign funded by Republicans. It portrays a conspiracy using money falsehoods and hypocrisy to divert voters from facts about cost savings.
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Marshal Dudley
John C. New
Central
Nobody's Daughters and White Husbands Debate in Indiana Papers
A Charleston level exchange across Indiana papers accuses the Indianapolis Journal of vile insinuations about daughters and white husbands. The Sentinel condemns the Journal's claim as harmful propaganda amid North Carolina falsehoods about enticing African American migrants to Indiana.
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Indinapolis Journal
Indiana
the Sentinel
North Carolina
Republica
Nubualy
Philadelphia Times survey on next Presidency shows leanings
The Philadelphia Times reports interviews with nearly 300 Pennsylvania newspapers across parties. The piece lists vote tallies for candidates and notes a Republican push to win Indiana, citing a secret Radical circular alleging coordination from Indianapolis.
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Philadelphia Times
Pennsylvania
Blaine
Grant
Sherman
Tilden
Bayard
Hancock
Seymour
Hendricks
Democrats Call To Arm For Political War In County
A regional editorial urges Democrats to mobilize and organize countywide to defend republican government against perceived imperialist threats. It warns of traps by opponents and stresses unity, vigilance, and active campaigning.
Judge Jewett Praised For Court Term In Scott County
The Columbus Daily Republican notes that the first special term of court presided by Hon. Chas Jewett ends with praise for his performance. The second term begins Monday and will try the Strickland murder case. The judge commends the courteous treatment from local lawyers and their evident ability.
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Columbus Daily Republican
Jewett
Chas. Jewett
Scott County
Strickland
Five worthy denizens seek Democratic nomination over Holman
The Franklin Democrat urges five clear headed statesmen in the Congressional district to oppose William S Holman for Congress. It argues Holman’s sixteen years in Congress should suffice and anticipates the convention will agree. The paper opposes a third term or nine term tenure.
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Congress
William 8. Holman
Franklin Democrat
Holman
Herald
Lees
Madison Pike Roads and Railroads in a Humorous Dig
A Madison Courier letter argues that Jefferson County lacks pike roads to attract railroads. It jokes that creating a system of long pikes to a central point would entice rail lines to self relocalize to Madison, even suggesting pikes eight to twelve miles long pointing to the town.
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Daniel
the Herald
Madison Courier
Jefferson County
Madison
Great Pike Center
Pogue
Indianapolis
Pike
City Council Faces Contempt Over Legal Fees
The Madison City Council authorized Mayor and City Attorney to hire counsel to defend the city. Taxpayers fear waste of funds as the council contemplates paying legal expenses, with potential contempt findings for the selected lawyers and a vote to cover costs. The issue centers on whether the judges may fine those alleged to be in contempt and who pays those fees.
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Madison Star
Jan
Coun
Mayy
Brashear
Funeral Brass Band Sparks Sarcastic Grin at Lone Mountain
An amateur brass band played at an Odd Fellows funeral on Lone Mountain last week. After the group played The Sweet By and By at the grave site the minister spoke briefly about the deceased. He remarked the deceased was a hero and led a full life, then passed away early. The crowd grinned at the remark and the musicians continue joking that sarcasm is out of place at a funeral.
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San Francisco
Odd Fellows
Lone Mountain
Avin
Cdimacs
Fragmentary OCR Item From LaPh The A 4
Fragmentary readable lines describe a local event in LaPh, mentioning a four item reference and partial details. The text lacks full names, dates, or locations to establish a complete narrative.
Arnica Salve Ad for Skin Ailments and Refund Promise
Buackien's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions. Guaranteed satisfaction or money refunded with price listed as 26 cents per box and contact J. E. C. F. Harper Madison.
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Buackien
Arnica
J. E. C. F. Harper
Madison
Victor Hugo's Gallantry and American Etiquette
The passage notes Victor Hugo's famed gallantry and kissing every introduced lady, then contrasts with American norms where such behavior would force a man to kiss a girl each time he met her, implying impracticality.
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Victor Hugo
Paria Letter Hints Barah Bernhardt Arrival in America
A Paria letter reports Barah Bernhardt coming to America promising a welcome on the North Atlantic coast. The note mentions women and Negroes and a new heavens as part of its phrasing, reflecting period language.
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Paria
Barah Bernhardt
America
North Atlantic
A Wonderful Discovery For Consumption Core Remedies
Dr Krxa's New Discovery claims to help speedy core of consumption and diseases of throat and lungs including coughs colds bronchitis hay fever asthma and sore throat. Physicians and journals allegedly praise it. Trial bottle free or regular size for $1.00 sold by J E C Harper Madison.
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Krxa
J. E.C. F. Harper
Madison
Market Reports Wheat and Wool Prices Edge Higher
Market notes show wheat per bushel higher for red and white varieties with related flour and seed items mentioned. The report also lists wool goods including washed items and bar-free dirt content, credited to W. D. Wells & Co. and tied to entities City Mills Magnolia and Tretiy Sead.
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City Mills
Magnolia
Herjo
Barry
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D. Wells & CO
Cgven Institute
College Hill
Ind
J. G. Craven
A. M
Misa Mary Craven
N. V. McGuire
P. A. Spink, Sec’y
Cps
Vedi Tel Gant
Stanton’s Shoe
L. & M. Kronenberger
Scott & Milligan, Grocers
Masonic Temple
Andrews
West Main Cross Et
Madison, Ind
Lin. C. Jones
Main Street
Main Cross
Mapwox, Inc
the Star Vs
Mayor Brashear
Star of Bethlehem
Common Council
Allison
Mr. Brashear
Joseph T. Brashear
John Appleton
Chas. W. Walton
John A. Peters
Artemus Libby
WM. G. Barrows
WM. Wirt Virgin
J.G. Dickinson
John Appleson
Chas
W. Walton
WM. G. Barrow
Danforth
Joseph W. Symonds
Agnios
Brady’s
Kentucky
Bill Down
Christian
Tointy
Christian County
Evans
Blackburn
Hayes
Greeley
Sunset Cox
New York World
United States
Matelhal Pudley
Todiggap
Wat Ma
Maddux
Ireas
West Main Cross St
Int National Bank
J. W. Maa
Kaa If
Noes Norfatione
Soquinion Square
Neteh
Tutt’s
Tutt
Cour
DSEYS
Druggtate
A. D. Vancadel
Court House
Fire Department Insurance Company
Ross
Harry Colgate
T. Brashear
Josepah Heck
Jeferson County
State of
Mid County
Barbara Lichtman
Arid Cay
Old Town
Madiana
Peter Bevel
Ani
Market Reports
Madison Markets
Radron
W. D. Wells & CO
Laguyra
Ava
Youson
N. Orleans
N. O
Pittsburgh Coal
Lehigh
Juniata
John C. Roberts
M. B. Roberts
Roberts Brothers
Grocers
East Main Cross
Hays
Haath
Coon
Rox
Opossum Mushkrat
L. &M. Kronenberge
East Mein Crepe
Brest, Madison, Ind
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