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Newspaper
Marshall Messenger
Location
Marshall, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1876
Page
5
The item notes falling leaves and migrating birds while reporting on Indiana politics and upcoming harvests. It mentions Democratic campaigns, money bet on the Indiana election, and speeches by Clint Bell. Local business shifts include G A Hippard’s goods display and James D Gallagher’s new shop nearing completion.
Marriages reported at the bride’s mother residence include Christian F. Rod ER ous and Wiss Emma Carter of this place with Rev. Peter Slagle. David O. Green and Francis Jane Scott wed by Benson Martin. Local politics show Frost's rapid vote lead for Ryan, while a hinted NY election bet and hat-wearing Democrats mark the scene. Recounts of moves, addresses, and social events follow, including a large Bird Social raising about 233 dollars, a vandalism reward, and notes on local businesses, clergy moves, and Republican club activity.
Frank Miller began his southern trip on Tuesday with his team and wagon heavily laden with goods. He plans to stay away until Saturday for the election period and will return to remain until after the polls.
Between now and the election the people of Clark county may hear the finest orator in America, Hon. D. W. Voorhees, who promises to deliver a speech in this city. Rodgers, the world renowned singer, will accompany him and due notice will be given of the time.
Andy Hunter may withdraw from the Congressional contest as Republicans back away. Jne Eden is predicted to win by about 5000. A Terre Haute church wedding unites Patsy Madigan and Emma Parker. Fights and political commentary unfold as Westfield and local factions react to Indiana election results. Obituary notes, business ads, and a long advertisement from L Booth & Co. close the column.
Republicans met at Harlan's Hall and organized a Hayes and Wheeler club. Speeches by Wilkin, T J Golden, and I H Jones warned against trusting the Democratic party with power. Officers elected include Will Wilkin president W D Duncan vice president Murray secretary Y Whiatlock treasurer.
Miss Mary Fears living with Mr Ayers in York did not arise and the door was forced. She lay in a dying condition and soon died. Coroner's inquest ruled death from an unknown cause. Deceased cousin to Daniel and Richard Davidson. Also notes Democratic praise of Indiana West Virginia Ohio results and potential Tilden election. Eloquent speeches by Senator Harlan and others.
The report notes intense nightly enthusiasm with Democrats elated and Republicans depressed. A local minister allegedly praised Bob Ingersoll after visiting Terre Haute and warned that if Tilden won he would move to Canada. He claimed preferring an Emperor to a Democratic president, reflecting the era’s partisan rhetoric.
Hon John and Eden join Thomas L. Orndorff and D. J. Davidson to speak on current issues at Dennisxan on Oct 26 at 1 o clock, Clarksville at 7 AM, and Cotton Wood school house in Johnson Township at 1 o clock Oct 26, followed by Melrose that evening. Weat Union hosts Oct 27 at 7 PM with Bell and J. W. Graham at the Orange Township American School house on Oct 21. A Republican convention last Saturday nominated Chaffe of Shelby for congress. Sellers of Edgar opposed. Hamlin refused to speak amid rhetoric about Sitting Bull. Carrie, daughter of I. and M. Plasters, died Oct 14 of membrane croup at age five, leaving a void in Sabbath School and family. Rev. McCain conducted the services.
Henry Ramsey, traveling with a two horse wagon, was robbed after a strap repair near Geolingleys. Samuel Blackburn fixed the strap, demanded payment, and after a second repair Ramsey was assaulted and robbed of his money. Blackburn was arrested, held on $500 bail, and jailed after a preliminary trial.
The speaker addresses Clark County residents defending official conduct as county clerk. He argues criticism arose from a political canvass aimed at defeating him, noting that the board of supervisors’ report was satisfactory when published over a year ago. He presents attached reports and statements as public evidence and seeks broad endorsement.
The committee presents a thorough audit of earnings and expenditures of Dr Davidson from office entry to report date. Balance due, county orders, and uncollected amounts are itemized, with totals and confirmations by Hall Phillips. The certified report, dated 1876, attests to scrutiny of officers and financial records.
Sam Whitlock declares he will not extend credit for lumber and will not sell on time. He states only a few debtors owe him and that lumber cannot be bought or sold on credit terms. He ends by saying he does not wish to sell to anyone on his time.
The Teachers Association met at Martinsville on Saturday October 7 with several new members. Mrs Whipple read an interesting paper. The group aims to elevate Clark as a leader in education and plans the next meeting at Westfield on November 4 with a cabinet visit to Westfield College. The notice urges county teachers and education supporters to attend. It also notes Westfield residents welcome visitors and mentions Thompson Archer as a locally cheap grocer and Wi T Martins hardware stock arriving for fall and winter.
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