Cravens Declines Prison Director Post After Stock Resigns
Last week Governor Williams appointed Hon. John R. Cravens director of the prison south, replacing Julia W. Stock who resigned to join the Republican ticket. Cravens declined the appointment and returned the commission with thanks, a move the paper says all Democrats should endorse and questions the governor’s judgment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norra Vesnox Sun
Williams
John R. Cravens
Prison South
Julia W. Stock
Cravens
John Linck
Advertisers Gain From Jefferson Herald Circulation
The Jefferson Herald claims wide circulation in Jefferson and neighboring counties boosting local business ads. Notes on marriages Jos. Grace and Carrie Pfeifer, Henry Hitz and Clara Eitle. Election results show Carroll County Ky and Jennings County Indiana tallies. A Versailles post office robbery, Mrs. Susan Warsey’s death, and a cider mill accident ending in finger amputation are reported.
Hunts Move to Arkansas for Extended Trapping Campaign
Tseopone McKay Jame Quail and Late McKey of Brookeborg left the city last Thursday to a coast ing host for an extended hunting and trapping campaign in Arkansas. At the left nesting of the City Council Market Master Dontitile repels reseipts for the past three mien ihe upper market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tseopone
McKay
Jame Quail
McKey
Brookeborg
Arkansas
Dontitile
Public Notice of Sale and Family Transfer at Orr Firm
Arthur Orr announces sale of entire stock of merchandise to his son Thomas A. Orr to continue merchant tailoring business. He asks all indebted customers to settle accounts. Dated Manson October 25, 1880.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. McTyre
Hen Iereson
Thomas A. Orr
Arthur Orr
Manson
Jim Laniwon
Bloomington
Nancy
Oval and Lumber
Georgian Trotter
Voter Dithers Before Election Amid Party Scorn
A man visits Andy Fisher's livery stable and blurts out that all major parties are untrustworthy. He declares he cannot decide whom to vote for, cursing the Democratic, Republican, and Greenbacker camps with harsh descriptors. The moment reveals voter indecision and frustration before the election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andy Fisher
Death by heart disease cited in inquest
On a Tuesday afternoon Isaac Blige a 59 year old colored man digging a vault near Fifth street and Broadway suddenly fell dead. Ex Coroner Matthews presided over the inquest and returned a verdict that the death was caused by heart disease brought on by long continued pulmonary troubles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Blige
Fifth Street
Broadway
Matthews
Trimble County Vote Totals Reported with Pluralities
Official Trimble County Kentucky election returns show Hancock leading with 1,157 votes to Garfield 120 and Weaver 11 from the county total of 1,288, Hancock holding a 1,037 plurality. Milton precinct lists Hancock 424 Garfield 52 and Weaver 11, with congressional totals Carlisle 319 and Root 47.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll County
Hancock
Garfield
Carlisle
Root
Trimble County
Weaver
Milton
Eulores
Congress
For sale at JOHN ADAMS CHAMPION MONITOR and ARGAND
The notice proclaims prices and marks a sale by JOHN ADAMS. It questions fair competition and highlights the CHAMPION MONITOR and ARGAND as standing out while others falter. The fragmentary ad implies value at cost and a promotional emphasis on these brands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coat
Monitor
Argand
John Adams
Tas Republicans Celebrate Victory With Torch Light Procession
On Wednesday night last Tas Republicans celebrated their victory with torchlight, horn blowing, pan rat tling, and bell ringing. The parade proceeded to the court house where Col. Will Cumback and local leaders gave speeches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tas
Court House
Will Cumback
Railroad Tickets Through the Great West Question
Fragments describe a railway route segment in the Great West and a discussion of ticketing on a short line. The garbled text implies schedule or fare questions on a rapid transit corridor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great West
Trench and Watson in fatal Main Crook street shooting
A late night crowd on Main Crook street led to a deadly duel between George Glass and Watson after Trench was insulted. Glass was shot in the chest and died after declaring he was mortally wounded. Watson and Treuch were jailed. a post mortem confirmed the fatal wound. Coroner's inquest favored Watson as murderer. Glass left a wife and two children, plus a 63000 Northwestern Life policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Crom
Hancock
Jeff. Davin
Fred. Treach
John Eckert
George
Wateou
George Glass
Trenck
Kiar
Ghess
Glaes
Watoon
Trench
Glass
Watoom
Watson
Trewek
Abberger
Matthews
Airas
Gavitt
Treuch
Marshal Cisco
Isaac Wagner
McVay
Dra. Cullins
Reemelia
Williams
James Rowan
George Giaes
Schmuit
Garfield
J. E. C. F. Sarper
Cornet
Datsy
Cornett
Jeff
Davis
Cass Cisco
M. A. Gavittalan
Dotsy Wateon
Wateon
Wrey
North Madison
Ively
Hanover College
Ala
Northwestern Lite Tnegrafts Company
Handsome Nickel Plated New Home Lamp Introduced
The Handsome Nickel Plated New Home Lamp is promoted as the safest most convenient lamp yet and a superior alternative to the Student Lamp. It features a clamp for sewing machines pianos desks converts to a wall lamp with adjustable light, includes a filling indicator and match box, and is offered at an affordable price. Endorsed by major religious publications and advertised by Home Lamp Co Cinemnat Ohio for exclusive territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Christian Advocate
Am. Christian Review
Herald and Presbyter
Journal and Messenger
Christian Standard
Cincinnati
American Express
Ita
Gov. Lee
Home Lamp. Co. Cinemnat, O
Brown's Bronchial Troches Promote Relief for Coughs
A historic advertisement touts Brown's Bronchial Troches as a reliable remedy for coughs colds sore throats and bronchial issues. It claims thirty years of physician recommendation and widespread use by public speakers and singers. Sold at twenty five cents a box.
Gentlemen and listings roll call names in divided alphabet
A long roster of men and women by initial and surname, including titles Mrs Miss Mr and various designations. The list spans multiple initials from A to W with many full names and some abbreviations, resembling a local directory or society roll call.
Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Advertises Child Relief
Distressed mothers urged to buy Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for teething pain. Claims quick relief for infants and rest for mothers, described as safe for all cases and pleasant to taste. Distributed by many sellers at 25 cents per bottle. 10-26 ly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Accident at Gra ham Co apoke factory injures Loui Cole
A colored man named Loui Cole met with a painful accident at Gra ham Co.s apoke factory last week. He was near the hub-borer when a nut on the auger caught his left ear and nearly tore it off.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loui Cole
Graham & Co
Apoke
Wesely
Celery Oysters and Wild Game Featured in Local Grocery
A local grocery storefront highlights celery and oysters alongside wild game as part of its market display. The unusual assortment aims to attract shoppers seeking diverse pantry staples.
John W Scotts Grocery Thanksgiving Incident
In Trimble county a Free Press note: Jess Rice found John Spillman’s brandy while he was away. John returned home to find Jess, Brandy, and the scene in Spillman’s best bed. John escorted Jess to the door and shook feet with him. A second report details a fight between Cane Merzensz and George Friedersdorf over a disputed kill, Friedersdorf striking Metseier on the head with a hatchet, causing a slight wound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jess Rice
John Spillman
Jook
Jess
Spillman
John
Cane Merzensz
George Friedersdorf
Friedersdorf
Marriage of Ma. Caartes Bonn to Emma Rushton
Ma. Caartes Bonn of Stamping Ground Kentucky married Emma Rushton on a recent Saturday evening at the residence of the bride’s father David Rushton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josie Cungston
David Rushton
Ma. Caartes Bonn
Stamping Ground
Emma Rushton
Thanksgiving Grub and a Starch Works Expansion
A 40 by 150 foot corn-house is rising at Clements' starch works. Miss Fitzgibbon recounts Manitoba Indians preferring high quality goods, comparing prices from $1.50 to $2 per yard for merinos and detailing their careful, experience based shopping to avoid being swindled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clements’ Starch Works
Manitoba
Kedal Misgivings at the Blue Coat Inn
A waiter confesses misgivings to the landlord about a man in blue who sat at the third table. The man appears polite yet suspicious, tapping a potato with his spoon and asking for boiled eggs. The landlord does not fire the waiter.
Adventurous cat leaps from Washington Monument edge
A patriotic cat climbed the Washington Monument stairs at night and leaped about sixty feet to the ground. Though stunned, Maddie survived the fall. a nearby dog cornered her at dawn, but she was rescued and would have earned freedom if not harmed. The incident will be remembered in a monument legend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Washington Post
Steaye
Washington Monument
Maddie
Bix
Abe
The Call to Work and Character in Daily Life
A reflection on self-reliance urging men to seek employment without waiting for others and to value character formed by effort. It extols industriousness, thrift, and moral strength, noting how hard work sharpens time management and practical skill. It ends with a light joke about a tinsmith and a medal in the locality.
Deen Swift Phrases On Narrow Souled Bottles
Deen Swift comments on narrow souled people likening them to bottles with little content where the less they have inside the more they spill out in social behavior. The remark contrasts tightfistedness with generous transparency in conduct.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deen Swift Caid
Stonewall Jackson Motto Cited as Civil War Era Maxim
A quotation attributes the line to Stonewall Jackson, claiming it as a Civil War era maxim about faith and strategic positioning in battle. The source presents the motto in a way that suggests it reflects his military philosophy and emphasis on trust in providence alongside tactical risk.
Also Mentioned on This Page
S.moffett& Son
Kayo
S. Moffett & Son Lap
Hill
J. G. Craven
A. M
Misa Mary Craven
P.O
Lancaster
Jefferson County
Ind
John W. Scots
Masonic Temple
Madison, MD
JeSeorsen County
A. A
Neersees
the Herald
Ost
Madison
Indiana
Jefferson
Switzerland County
Stapp
Henry Hitz
Clara Eitle
Carrollton
Jennings County
Porter
Jos. Grace
Jfersonville
Mies Carrie Pfeifer
Joan Brack
Vernon
Mary A. Kosube
St Versailles
Ripley County
Susan Warsey
Newell
A. ©. Newell
Stapy’s
Doc. Nay
Milton Township
Mn. Joux L. Pmussre
Weerthig
Mamlatde
Ladies and Gentlemen
J. W. Scott’s
Temple Grocery
Tesciv
Woops
Smyrog Township
This County
Pawhseo City
Neb
Amy
Wan. Fischer
Gai Vtecarlet Lever CB Batardey Tit
Lamer
Bingham
Nellie
Borcherding
Caroline
Browier
Mary
Bucy
Rej W
Bolander
Amanda
Butler Gi
Brannan
Bertha
Becker Lizzie
Brown Mise
Dode
Brigdenbach
Julia
Crosa
Charlton Iusa
Cordelia
Mary A
Campbell
Elisa
Cougress
Emme
Liasie
Green
Sesie
Gray
Olla
Katie
Gatsert Mian
Kama
Havey
Sarah
Johneon
Mire
Mamie
Jenkins Min Mollie
Joney
Lizzie
Johneyn
K—Kinnear
Clara
L—Lansburry
Mim
Phoeba
Lavelle
Winnie
Lander
Mm Wm. M—Mahar
Frank
Moore Mi
N—Neel
Tillie
R—Robineon
Prusilla
Red Mine Marie
Schlerath
Mira Barbara
Schaffer
Theresa
Smith
Effie
Btory
Eliza
Spivey
Lucinda
Sadie
Sellig
Mina Mary
T—Taulman
Mia Cora
Townsend Merry
Thomas
Mollie
Taylor Mina
W—Welirick
Joseph
Wilson
T A
Woodfill
Misa Kate
Y—Younker
Misa Edia
Z—Zimmerman Mies K. Gextlemex& List
Alltiser Tenac
Becker Mike
Deshore S
Barton T
Boyce
John E
Boy
J. C—Cupp
Crawford
Geo
Conner Am
Commina
Carson Oco M
Cona- Edgar
Cook F M
Conner Patrick
Devin Jae
Dorsey John
Elliot D M. Goer T
Gray Wm
A—Holmes
Chas E
Halse Walford
I—Irby John
Jenen Gee W
Jenkina
Jas W. K
Kiegey Robt
Kramer J. L—Lunger
J. M—Mesree Sanford
Morrie
Robert Finater
Marquis Sam’l
Maddock James
McKinney GW
McKinley B
h—Neal Cass
P—Petter John
Philipe Jno W
Phillips RW
Phillips Jas M
Pres
Silver Graya
Reinick Jno C
Ryker AG
Sammit Jacob C
Sherlock Henry
T—True RM
Todd Dr
Wright CQ
Webb Joa B
John W. Scotts Grocery
Free Press
Craig & Brother
DuPont
Nathanton, P
James
B. Williama
Lewis
K. Todd
Pav. Braun
Dehler
Arcade Boot and Shoe Store
Tne
Main Cross Street
Sanxay’s Block
A. Hamburger
West Fifth Street
Kedal
Burlington
Hawkeye
E Peoria Journal
Fatner
Stonewall Jackson
Belfont
Alling & Lodge
Qld
Areo Wazial
L.& M. Kronenberger
Frank Leslie
Antieas
Agenta
Dotlin
Frank Leslie Publishing CO
Dey Streft
New roRa
Henry C. Firth
Main Cross St
Craig & Bro
Madison, Ind
Gavitt’s
Goody
Encemont
True & CO
Angueta, Maing
Geo. Kahle
Arawearee
Hinds
Tianover
Iaco
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!