State officers and judges listed for election
Secretary of State W R Meyers Madison County Auditor of State James H Rice Floyd Treasurer of State J J Cooper Marion Attorney General Francis T Hord Bartholomew Superintendent of Public Instruction John W Holcombe Porter Judges of Supreme Court First District W E Niblack Knox Second District G T Hawk Floyd Fourth District Allen Zollers Allen For Congress Williams Holman
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.R. Meyers
Madison County
James H. Rice
Floyd
Treasuer
J.J. Cooper
Marion
Francis T. Hord
Bartholomew
John W. Holcombe
Porter
Supreme Court
W. E. Niblack
Knox
G. T. Hawk
Allen Zollers
Allen
Congress
Williams
Holman
Madison Weekly Herald Special Rates Notice
The Madison Weekly Herald lists subscription prices including 50 cents until Jan 1 1883 during the campaign 25 cents for the weekly Herald with Farmer and Manufacturer 16 page monthly one year for 150 dollars and the Herald with Farm Herd and Home 24 page monthly one year for 210 dollars. The Herald is Democratic in politics and focuses on condensed news. the Heraco serves Jefferson County residents.
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Madison Weekly Herald
Weekly Herald
Herato
HeRaco
Jefferson County
Questioning Sheriff Demaree’s Duty and Actions
The Star is urged to explain if Sheriff Demaree acted within duty when arresting Mack Stanley and Jeff Lovell before the spring election and releasing them without charges. The letter accuses him of coercion at the jail, political manipulation at the polls, and a possible conspiracy to rob the local office, asking readers to assess his conduct and the safety of citizens under arbitrary power.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Demaree
Mack Stanley
Jeff Lovel
Lovel
Lovell
Gammie” Thomas
The
Star
Heratn
Sulzer
Jeff Lovell
Corruption allegations in Philadelphia Republican leadership
An outspoken critique claims Philadelphia’s Republican party fosters widespread corruption from the Board of Guardians to a milk supplier. It accuses officials of stealing copper roof money, overpaying staff by 8000 annually, and pocketing proceeds while contrasting with the Democratic party’s self criticism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Great
Republican Party
Board of Guardians of the Almshouse
Jesus Christ
Democratic Party
Tariff Commission Sent to Hear Manufacturers Grievances
The Tariff Commission travels to hear protections for manufacturers unable to lobby in Washington. Congress funds the visit to visit homes, listen to grievances, and report to the next Congress for wiser taxation to benefit the public.
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Tariff Commission
Washington
Congress
Great
Republican Party
Squire Cravens Jails Women in Indiana Petty Offense Case
Trouble among the colored population near the river leads Squire Cravens to fine Janie Hunter one dollar and Julia Wilson five dollars for intoxication and assault respectively. Both cannot pay and are sent to jail, sparking claims that gender discrimination remains but is said to be wiped out by the Republican policy.
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Squire Cravens
Janie Hunter
Julia Wilson
Squire
Julia
Jane
Republican Petty
Indiana
Democratic party’s pledge to equal liberty for all citizens
The speaker asserts that political equality and maximum personal liberty within good government define the Democratic party. Denying rights due to uncontrollable conditions betrays true Democratic principles, while guaranteeing free exercise of vested rights without regard to status or locality will prevail to preserve our form of government.
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Democratic Party
Republican field fills race as Hubbell faces setback
Jay Hupeext will not seek re election to Congress as Republicans in his district back another candidate. The move is not an anti Hubbell sentiment but signals Hubbell plans to use his corruption fund to pursue a Senate seat despite his notoriety as a government employee blackmailer.
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Jay Hupeext
Congress
Hubbell
United States Senate
Judge Eckles Renounces Platform Card Contests Report
Severs of our Republican exchanges claim Judge Eckles of Greencastle renounced the Democratic platform to back the Republican State ticket. Eckles refutes the slander with a manly card saying he has served the Democratic party and will not desert it for a party that wrecks government and sustains power by corruption and fraud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Eckles
Greencastle
Democratic Party
Senator Harrison Blames Excessive Congress Spending
Senator Harrison says the last Congress spent more than the Democratic Congress due to failures to make timely appropriations. He argues voters want to seal gaps created by Republican extravagance and corruption in the U S Treasury.
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Harrison
United State
Local Officials Threaten Will Of People With Money
A pointed critique notes that Jefferson county politicians boast they can defeat public will through corrupt use of money drawn from government revenues. The writer urges residents to act now to reclaim control and stop such proceedings.
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Jefferson
Irish Land League Vote Sale Allegations Stir Pennsylvania
Claim alleges Condon plans to sell the Irish land league vote to Cameron Republicans. If sale occurs, belief is he cannot deliver, as an Irishman resists being used as an article of commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irish Land League
Pennsylvania
Condon
Cameron Republican’s
Nomination Moves Eugene Hay for Prosecutor Without Opposition
The article notes Mr. Eugene G. Hay has been nominated for prosecutor with no opposition after party bosses crowded Mr. John Bellamy from the field. It calls Hay clever socially but suggests party bosses have too much influence over his candidacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bellamy
Eugene G. Hay
Hay
Independent ticket doomed by lack of corrupt fund claim
The passage argues that the Yar Ring ticket cannot win because it lacks a corruption fund to sway voters and challenges Jefferson county to consider officers who are openly backed by fraud.
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Yar Ring
Hubbell
Jefferson County
Republican Committee Orders Immediate Congressional Reports
The Republican State Central Committee directs each Congressional Committee chairman to convene immediately and submit a report by the flat. The aim is to determine how much of the Hubbell fund is needed to carry the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican State Central Committee
Congressional Committee
Jury integrity under fire in Star route case
The article reports persistent efforts to corrupt jurors in the Star route conspiracy trials. It notes the risk that political influence could sway a verdict, comparing it to tactics used in national elections.
Independent ticket urged to free Jefferson county from party bosses
The piece laments boss rule and ring corruption in Jefferson county and urges citizens to back an independent ticket. It cites Washingtons Star route prosecutions and warns that parties will buy votes or use party discipline to maintain control. It appeals to honest voters to act for the counties good rather than corrupt ring interests.
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Jefferson County
Dorsey
Brady
Washington City
Ex-Governor Pincapack Critiques Violence in Louisiana Elections
The ex governor from Louisiana comments that actual violence at elections is a political possibility, warning that as campaigns intensify the Republican press and northern speakers will attack Hon. Mr. Pinchback. He argues northern politicians lack experience outside their states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pincapack
Louisiana
North
Pinchback
South
Congressmen Propose Tax On Salaries For Campaign Fund
Republican Congressmen Peele and Calkins earn 5000 a year each demand that a Department clerk earning 500 a year be taxed five percent of salary to create a fund to cover campaign expenses.
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Peele
Calkins
State News Highlights From Indiana Localities And Events
Shelby county fair fills all space with notable attendance and success. Kokomo mayor Doctor Cole, killed while robbing a mill, linked as kin to Mrs James and the James brothers. Clark County and Knox County early settlement notes. Decatur County buys Shirk property for an orphan’s home, once valued near twenty thousand dollars. Dr J J Johnson identifies Edwin or Edward Brown’s skeleton from Winchester. Terre Haute temperance camp meeting draws 1000 to 2000, with speakers including East Ray Campbell Peters and Ritter. Brown of Missouri addressed attendees including Bundy on Sunday. Johnson County Circuit Court requires street repairs by direct taxes. fines for noncompliance cited. Noah Fisher granted a new trial after pleading guilty to obstructing Lake Erie & Western railroad. governor declines clemency. Large turnout at State firefighters tournament. Union Battle Creek wins outside contest. Eagles South Bend win state contest. Angola-South Bend truck race tie settled by South Bend. Otto Selzel wins climbing. Hanger Sanger of Goghen wins half mile. Mrs Mann of Pittsburg seeks to contest western Johnson County land title claiming ownership of a vanished hundred-acre farm. attorney to search records.
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Clark County
Knox County
Knox
Clark
Decatur County
J. J. Johnson
Martinsville
Chicago Tribune
Edwin
Edward
John Brown
Harper’s Ferry
Medical College
Winchester
Terre Haute
J. BR. East
Gabrel John W. Ray
D. Campbell
Mr. Cobb
Madison C. ‘Peters
Col. Ritter
B. Gratz’ Brown
Missouri
Hord
Johnson County
Noah Fisher
Lake Erie & Western
Tipton
Porter
South Bend
Battlecreek
Mich
Eagles
Angola
Otto Selzel
The Weekly Berdld Unt January 1st Price
An OCR fragment notes a weekly issue labeled The Weekly Berdld Unt dated January 1st priced at 50 cents.
Independent candidates for State Senate and local offices
The Independent slate led by James Thel from Pennsylvania outlines long service and local development efforts in the county. Courtland Whitsit, John W. Scott, Joseph T. Drashear, and George L. Elliott are highlighted for military service, farming success, honesty, and public leadership. Urban praise for Brashear’s mayoralty and notes on Monroe County candidates accompany a report on Madison’s new electric lighting system at the New York Herald building.
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Pennsylvania
Pallroid
Hanover
Courtland
Whitsit
New York Herald
Ladison
Bennett
Edison
Central -Etation Fox Power
Prohibition Objections in the Proposed Amendment
The article surveys objections to prohibition, arguing it threatens republican liberty, introduces despotic law, and offends rights in Indiana. It cites historic Maine laws, fears seizure and juror exclusion, and warns of creeping despotism while urging vigilance against religious zeal.
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Indiana
Gould's sweeping control of Missouri railroads and interests
The report details Jay Gould's dominance in Missouri's transportation and finance sectors. He controls major rail networks including the Missouri Pacific and Hannibal and St. Joe, plus the St. Louis Iron Mountain and Southern, and substantial stakes in the Western Union Telegraph, Elevators, and key stockyards. The figure cites about 20 million dollars in corporate capital and 42,000 employees under his influence.
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Hannibal
National Stock Yards
Equi‘table Life Insurance Company
Gould
Western Union Telegraph
Cotton Exchange
Missouri
Don’t Die in the House Rough on Rata advert
An old house cleaning ad touts a product line named Rough on Rata that claims to eradicate rata mice roaches bed bugs flies ants moles chipmunks and gophers. The copy emphasizes indoor pest control with a price of 16 cents.
Rats and Pests Cleared by Local Service
A local pest control listing advertises removal of rats mice roaches flies ants bedbugs and other pests including skunks chipmunks and gophers. The service targets residential and commercial spaces with treatment options and trusted technicians.
Star Route Conspiracy Jury Returns Partial Verdicts
The court accepted a partial verdict after jurors reported mixed results in the Star route conspiracy trials. Some defendants were acquitted while others faced convictions, with disputed issues over Peck and ongoing motions for arrest of judgment and new trials. A juror’s ballot counts show varying votes for conviction among Brady Dorsey Vaile and others.
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Washington Dispatch
Turner
Peck
Minor
Berdell
Merrick
Henkle
Wiliams
Miner
Beidell
Ingersoll
Brady
S. W. Dorsey
J. W. Dorsey
Vaile
Brady's Newspaper Investments Warn Against Organ Press
Brady of star route notoriety admits heavy investments in Washington papers to boost his image and shield alleged crookedness. He finds editors and reporters fail to shape opinion, often backfiring and harming his cause. He warns elites that press organs distort news to serve interest, diminishing journalistic value.
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New York
Brady
Star Route
Washington
Three Times the Man He Was Before He Began Using Wells Health Re Newer
Druggists advertise Wells Health Re newer with a claim of restoring strength. Depot Swormstedt and Co. list the product as available through pharmacies and depots.
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Swormstedt & Co.’s
Maine Election Returns Show Republican Lead Across Ticket
Last Monday Maine voters backed the Republican State ticket by about 10 000 votes as opposition factions failed to unite. Five candidates contended for governor in the race.
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Maine
Backlen's Arnica Salve for All Skin Ailments
Advertises Backlen's Arnica Salve as best salve for cuts bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores chapped hands chilblains corns and skin eruptions with a money back guarantee. Priced 25 cents a box sold by C E Heberhart.
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C. E. Heberhart
Notice of Insolvency in Ellen Reed Estate
In the matter of the estate of Ellen Reed deceased the court found the estate probably insolvent and ordered settlement. Creditors must file claims for allowance. Madison Indiana dated September 4 1882 William T McKinzey Adm r C A Korary A tty
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Ellen’ Reed
William T. MecKinley
Madison
Indiana
William T. McKinzey
R. C. A. Korary
Ingersoll Close Marks Notable Washington Appeal
In Washington, a compelling close by Ingersoll moved jurors without tears as he urged for his clients and friends. The scene ended with Dick Harrington consoling Mrs. Dorsey, while court officials debated seniority in the treasuries offices. A Grand Opera house youth suffered a minor electric shock after contact with a live wire, aided by bystanders.
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Ingersall
Dick Harrington
Dorsey
Grand Opera House
Cincinnati
Noted South Bend Official Deserts Duties in Sudden Defaulter Case
South Bend public figure City Treaster D. C. Rush who has served three terms is missing as his accounts reportedly range from 5000 to 20000 dollars. He sent a Chicago medical trip note and a final letter from South Bend claiming default and possible disappearance. Bondsmen include D. R. Leeper and others. mortgage on his homestead valued at 1900 dollars indicates lack of personal malfeasance.
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Joseph T. Braghear
Mae
Courier
Brashear
Madison
Joseph T. Brashear
Hag
Moye
South Bend
D. C
Rush
Chicago
George
D. R. Leeper
John Klingel
Jorden Lester
Jacob Rush
John Gallagher
Joseph Henderson
Frank Mayr
Edward Summers
Trial Bottle Of Dr King S New Discovery
A rush at C E Heber hart's drug store for a trial bottle of Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds. Asthma bronchitis hoarseness severe coughs or throat and lung ailments can obtain a free trial bottle at the store.
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C. E. Heberhart’s
Dr. King
Market Prices From Local Mills and Stores
The column lists a variety of staples with quoted prices including potatoes per bushel at 25 to 36 cents, dried fruits and peaches, beans, molasses, sorghum, bee products, meats like hams and bacon, coffee and sugar grades, and Timothy seed priced around 2.50 to 3.50 per unit. Report by R. B. Craig and T. Bre.
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Navy
N. C
N. Orleans
R. B. Craig
Timothy
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Whitt
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Deacent
Caladonia
Shelby Township
Joseph T. Drashear
Washington County
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Stubenville
Ohio
Peter
Cobb, Stribbling &Co
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Elliotts
Pia
Jie Das -Ateadilys
Jon Dal Sway
Pafid T. M'Clarh
Éever
Lancaster Township
I.W. Gavitt
Gavitt
Joseph Keiser
Seadera
St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Star Route Verdict
Dorseys
Brady’s Newspaper Investments
Backlen
Jefferson Circuit Court
Washington News
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Elkhart Monitor
Parker
Atowie
Hiscox & CQ
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Quarterly Reviews
Edinburgh Review
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Literal
London Quarterly Review
Conserv
British Quarterly Review
Evan
Black Wood
Edinburg Magazine
Leonard Scott Publishing Co
Barclay Street
Blackwood’s Magazine
W. Lwas
Leonard Scott Pub, CO
Barclay St
SGUE
Market Reports
Miadieon
Arkets
Trow & Co
2, McKinny & CO
Pittsburgh
WM. C. Lewis
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Leven
Patrick “Wade
Timothy Ixed
Collins
L. &M.kronesberger
Barry
C.esesseneseese
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Rogers
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