Local Notes From Junee R N Lams and Nearby Guests
Junee R N Lams of Indianapolis visited the city on business last Monday. Dr Hay, father of the prosecuting attorney, also spent the day here. Cones and sister Hannah of Rising Sun kept relatives in Fairmount. Judge Cravens connected his summer residence to the city by telephone. River evenings see boys fishing in pleasant weather. Mr Cowrax Herman and Mrs Nancy Sheets wed last Friday. Laertre Demaree assisted Miss Emily Young to the State Asylum for the Insane. Blackberries sell cheap as crop turns good. The Greens of St Louis visit Mrs F Prenatt. Rev Manx Moss moved to Jackson Michigan then called to Jacksonville Florida at 2000 dollars yearly. Wheat offered for sale, fetches a dollar per bushel last week. T T Sway of Saluda visited. expects wheat yields of fifteen to eighteen bushels per acre. Joan Byer bought the Depot Third street grocery. Albrecht moves to Beinnesota. Miss Harris E Joyce received a valuable book from brother Will in Parsons Kansas. Mr Toosasore spends a few days in Madison winding up business. he moves to Minneapolis praising the region. River men return to city life with meals and houses. Dr JG Ayer & Co advertising cards praised. green stamp offer for a set. Janesville Post Office established at Faulkner in honor of C R Faulkner. Take Ager’s Pills for purgative uses. Mr R J Hurtage honored on forty eighth birthday with cups and affection.
Christ Church Excursion by Steamer J C Abbott
The Christ Church Sunday School plans an evening excursion to Garrelton by steamer J C Abbott. Fare round trip: adults 25 cents, children 10 cents. Also notes Wilson family to move to Kansas for merchants business and a Trinity M E church quarterly meeting with probationers to be received and children baptized. Local items include a young lady’s notoriety and a fish leaping into her lap. A Kentucky gentleman loses a twenty dollar gold piece found by Master Eddie Lepper. Baker Caagues Geertz mourns a cow's sudden death. Dr W B S Drigga of West Street dies aged 72. Dr Reementy buys James Graham home at Third and Mulberry and will move in September.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Church Sunday School
Garrelton
J.C. Abbott
Trinity M. E. Church
Kentucky
First National Bank
Eddie Lepper
Will Grayson Receives Silver Watch From Father
The Courier foreman A. J. Grayson presented his seventeen year old son Will with a handsome silver watch last Saturday. The gift underscores a father's affection and Will’s good character, with the ticking reminder of his father's watchful care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Grayson
Courier Office
Will
Big man’s counting of voters raises upcoming election question
A reader questions how long a tall man would take to count votes on November 14th after counting sixteen colored voters late at night. The remark highlights concerns about election timing and voter handling.
Death of Miss Susie McClure
Miss Susie McClure eldest daughter of David McClure died at her Second Street home after a long illness. She was granddaughter of Captain Charles David and was described as an interesting young lady.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susie McClure
David McClure
Second Street
Charles David
Democratic State Convention Ticket Sale Details
The J. M. and I. will sell tickets to delegates attending the Democratic State Convention on August 2 at two cents per mile. Delegates must show certificates when purchasing tickets. It is hoped the county will have a full delegation. every delegate who possibly can attend is urged.
Mistake Corrects Relation to Mc Laughlin Trial
The newspaper corrects an error about Ellen Mc Laughlin not being a relative or connected socially to the McLaughlin family involved in the trial. Ellen McLaughlin is described as a highly respectable lady who was distressed by her name being publicly linked to the affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McLaughlin
Ellen McLaughlin
Mclaughlie
Misa Ellen McLaughlin
City Council Meets in Regular Session Highlights
The council discussed claims on Ex-Commissioner De Versy and Isaac Short payments and allowed $11 to R B Craig for over assessment. Gas lamp near Fulton school approved. Bids to lease wharf property between Walnut and East streets authorized. Committees told to report on ordinances and water extension to Springdale Cemetery. City janitor pay change ordered. Dugan’s Hollow creek referred to Public Improvements. Dow & Brown tax relief claim reviewed. city ponders taxation. McGerahy seeks piano gift for City of Madison steamer. laid over. High street extension to Ferry street damages assessed. Bills disposed, then adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
de Versy
Isaac Short
Foster
Short
R. B. Craig
Fulton School
Walnut
East Streets
Committee On
Harper
Roberts
Springdale
Dugan's Hollow Creek
Sulzer
Dow & Brown
Mc Gerahty
Mail Line
City of Madison
High Street
Ferry Street
Death of Captain Nathan Powell in local city
Captain Nathan Powell, born October 14, 1814 in Frederick County Maryland, died last Sunday after a long illness. A respected and successful businessman, he helped found Madison Life Fire Marine Insurance and led the National Branch Bank as president at his death. He married Mary Watts in 1846 and left six sons and two daughters, with six surviving him. Funeral was held at his Main Cross Street residence and burial at Fairmount Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt. Powell
Our City
Frederick County
Maryland
Indiana
Rising Sun
Madison
New Orleans
Madison Life,Fire & Marine Insurance Company
National Branch Bank
Mary Francis Watts
Howard Watts
Main Cross Street
Fairmount Cemetery
Bondsmen pay 57.40 to county board for ex trustee Cochran
Last Saturday the bondsmen James Hill and Harvey Foster paid 57.40 demanded by the county board. Cochran spoke, acknowledging a bad official career and asking mercy. He warned of others who had Cochran’s books and claimed wagers on their accuracy. A new Mail Line boat left Cincinnati for Louisville, cost about 45,000 with yard payment of 23,000. The Fourth of July Webster ovation was read in Freyburg Maine. An excursion on the J. C. Abbott was advertised for tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Extrustee
Samuel Cochrane
Board of County Commissioners
James Hill
Harvey Foster
Cochran
Mr. Cochran
Tne
Mail Line Company
Cincinnati
Lousville
Daniel Webster
Boston
Freyburg
Holman Nominated by Acclamation at Fourth District Convention
Democratic Fourth Congressional District convention at Lawrenceburg nominates Hon. Wm. H. Holman on first ballot after Col. Scoby withdraws. Delegates note strong support from Dearborn and Franklin counties. Notables present include J. Cooper Sweitzer Barnes for State offices, with thanks to Capt. McCullough and steamer Ben Franklin crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrenceburg
Dearborn County
Wm. H. Helman
Switzerland
L. J. Woolen
Decatur
Colonel Scoby
Dearborn
Franklin
Holman
Dr. Woolen
Col. Scoby
Hunter
Lawrenceburg Register
Committee On
W. F. Riley
Ripley
Egan
Fourth Congressional District
W. H. Holman
Mr. Holman
J. B Stoll
Jayson Brown
Brown
Woolen
J. J. Cooper
Sweitzer
Thomas Barnes
W.G. Neff
Forey
B. S. Sutton
8S. Herrin
Supreme Court
McCullough
Ben Franklin
Letter List and Dead Letter Notice From 1882
The notice lists Manssox Jeffeeson Co letters dated July 24 1882 and provides a long name index for delivery. It warns uncalled letters will go to the Dead Letter Office and ads a separate postal notice. It also records the death of George Vanestrand aged 52 from consumption with family details and funeral info.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manssox, Jeffeeson Co
Norice
Fortunes for Farmers and Mechanics Health Advice
Advertisement urges readers to use Electric Bitters to restore health and vitality, promising relief from biliousness, poor appetite, and low spirits. Claims the remedy saves money and improves family wellbeing, offered at fifty cents by C. E. Heberhart per Tribune notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune
C. E. Heberhart
Sinnot Arraigned for Stealing Court House Matting
Thomas Sinnot, a late Republican township candidate, was arraigned before Squire Cravens on a charge of stealing old matting from the court house. Trial postponed due to missing witness. Evidence shows janitor John Ralph had given permission. Sinnot asserts he believed the matting had no value and claims prior permission to carry off similar items. Bond set at 850 for Sinnot and for another: Baldy Knool stands with him. this unfolds amid party reform rumors within Jefferean County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Sinnot
Squire Cravens
Sinnot
George Dickinson
John Ralph
Jefferean
Deverel
Binnotalso
Thomas
Tom
Chavens
Hiat
Wagner
Gam Taylor
Let Us Have a New Hotel
A letter notes five or six travelers found no rooms at the Western Hotel and, after being directed to another, faced dark streets and a watchman. The writer argues for establishing a stock company to build a new hotel at Second and West streets, asserting demand and potential profits.
Barney Gray Arrested After Home Invasion
Sheriff Demaree jailed Barney Gray after an incident at Mary Gray's home where he forced entry and caused screams that brought Vaughn to eject him. Mary failed to appear for trial, then alleged Vaughn induced her absence. All three were jailed briefly while Barney awaited grand jury action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demaree
Barney Gray
Barney
Mary Gray
Mary
Vaughn
Squire Cravens
Wm. Vaughn
Rushing Bed Springs At Madison Ind
Laycock McCrain Cartwell operate a model bed springs business on Second Street opposite the Catholic Seminary. Wagons bring in feathers in exchange for springs as the venture grows popular. Springs are simple comfortable light and durable. Order sets from Laycock & Co Madison Ind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laycock, McCrain & Cartwell
Second Street
Catholic Seminary
Laycock & Co
Madison, Ind
Lancaster Correspondence on Ring, Conventions, and Corruption
A Lancaster letter questions ballot stuffing at the convention and delegate selection in the Fourth ward. It cites naming of delegates, ties to Crozier, and Rybér’s Ridge influence, while noting a fight involving a Lanham ally. The writer promises future critiques of political corruption in Jefferson county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garber
Mike
Fourth Ward
Central
Sixth Ward
Crozier
Rybér
Lawder
Lanham
Thors
Madison
Hay
Lancaster
Joe Griffin
Gow
Egypt
Arabi Pasha
Gloria Mundi
Jefferson County
Political Assessments on Boston Spoils System Circulators
The Economist of Boston notes a circular demanding government offices contribute a salary percentage to Congressional Campaign Committees. It labels this blackmail and questions why high salaries exist and who benefits. The piece predicts voters will oppose political machines and uphold government for the people over party interests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Economist
Boston
Congressional Campaign Committee
Boston Custom House
Political ring denounced as money power in Jefferson county
An Erie county writer condemns the Jefferson county political ring for using money to influence votes. He predicts reform as Independent voters grow, cites high crop yields and good harvests, and notes farmers see improved wheat, oats, grass, and corn conditions amid the turmoil.
Floating Body Found Near Brooksburg Aboard Steamer Maggie Harper
The body of a man was found in the river near Brooksburg as the Maggie Harper steamed by. Coroner McCoy was notified and the remains were taken ashore. A telegraph envelope directed to James Rodgers of Warsaw Ky and a deck passage receipt from Louisville to Warsaw were found on the victim.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie Harper
Brooksburg
McCoy
James Rodgers
Warsaw
Louisville
Jo Ropecers
SaLure Norman
Persecu
Don’t Die in the House Advertisement Promises Pest Elimination
An old classified style ad touts a pesticide product with bold claims to kill rats mice roaches bed bugs flies ants and moles and gophers for 15 cents. It emphasizes quick action and home use.
Strikes Hit Multiple Cities as Labor Moves and Courts Involve
Idle strikers seek work in Pittsburg with some moving to Colorado while remaining mostly local. The labor leadership plans to hire top legal talent to contest conspiracy laws in Miles McFaddin’s upcoming trial at Clearfield. Arbitration previously ended a lockout affecting 168 Rochester manufacturers. The Cleveland strike nears end as many unionists resume work led by Robert McLeod amid bitterness toward leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Colorado
Rand Executive Committee
Eights of
Miles McFaddin
Jeader
Clearfield
Johnson
Harmony Mills
Cohoes
N. Y
Unclear salve ad promises cure for skin issues
An OCR fragment touts a salve labeled as best for cats and various skin ailments. It claims guaranteed satisfaction or money back, priced at 25 cents per box, sold by C. BE. Hels hart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corea Vilea
C. BE. Helshart
Lost in the Woods Near Newbury Station Michigan
Mrs. Wilson and her two children aged seven and nine went into a woods area near Newbury station on the Marquetted Mack maw railroad. After five days the boy reached his father to report the disappearance. A hunter later found the mother and one child dead behind a fallen tree with the girl alive beside them. The family had survived days on cranberries and roots before dying.
Also Mentioned on This Page
SS. Mott & SO
Lord & Thomas
Chicago, Ills
McCormick — Block
County Institute
J. 'T. Brasurar
Indianpolis
Dr. Hay
Joshua Schofield
Carr. Joux B
Cones
Miss Hannah
Fairmount
Cowrax Herman
Nancy Sheets
Laertre Demaree
Emily Young
State Asylum For the Insane
Manx Mosss
Jackson
Michigan
Jacksonville
Fla
T. T. Sway
Saluda
Joan Byer
Andrew Albrecht
Depot and
Third Streets
Mr. Albrecht
Beinnesota
Harris E. J Joyce
Parsons
Kansas
Toosasore
Minneapolis
Minn
Dr. J.G. Ayer & Co
Janesville
County
Faulkner
C. RR. Faulkner
R. J. Hurtage
Chicago
Wilson
Avill Coon
Jelferson’ County
Sid
Diep
Reementy
James Graham
Third
Mulberry Streets
Quenist
Svssenipe Furthe Ueracp
Nathan Powell
J. C. Abbott
Jack Davis
F Eulit
Henry Hare
Edgar Knowles
Frank Morne
John C McGuire
Nate Palmer
Newt Palmer
R—Wilber Ryker
John EH Reed
John E Totten
Michael Tarpy
A W White
Martha A Anderson
Mias
Hanna Cane
Ela Clark
Milly Craig
Beil Fear
John W. Link, P.M
George Vanestrand
East Street
Main Cross
New York
Order of Odd Fellows
S. Sin
Western Hotel
Trow & Staps
the Ring
the American Register
Court House
Jefferson
Smyrna
Herald
Greencastle
CU. Richardson & Son
The
Madison Brewing Co
Hillabold’s
Excelsior
Craig & Bro
Bucklen
Arnica Salye
Lost In the Woods
Paine and
AED
A. Vogeler & CO
Baltimere
John Braun & Co
Mulberry St
Second
Schoefield’s Woolen Mills
Cassimeres
Satinetts
Schofield & Son
Main Street
T. Branham
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