Farmer supplies and hardware deals flood Posey county
Farmers are urged to buy Clover Seed and Sulky Hay Rakes from E F Owen and Co as samples vanish. New Weed and Whitney Sewing Machines priced 30 to 45 dollars promise quality, with second-hand options available. Owen & Co announce improved farm implement lines from top manufacturers to suit local needs, while noting rising local debt and broader national hints on economy.
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Walter A. Wood
C.H.& DL
J. McCormick
Nichols, Shepard & Co
Battle Creek
Rumely
Robinson Machine Works
C. Eagle Machine Works
Birdsel Manufacturing Co
West Point Bill Sparks Army Size Debate
A heated congressional debate on the West Point bill features Mr. Southard arguing that ten thousand men are enough, while others discuss army reductions. The noted bankers and financiers referenced include Hebrews and the Rothschilds in a separate context about confidence and money.
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Peter Weber Moves Stock to New Posey County Store
Mr Peter Weber relocates his stock into the former Ford Owen shop. He already offers cloths cassimeres vestings and awaits his brother from England with a large shipment of imported goods to tailor into fashionable garments.
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Weser
England
Posey County
Perer Weber
Senator Voorhees Heads to Indianapolis at Speed
The Evanaville Journal reported Senator Voorhees was en route to Indianapolis at forty miles per hour with convention resolutions prepared. He stayed in Washington to handle duties while the Tall Sycamore correctly pursued prudence and focus on his responsibilities.
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Evanaville Journal
Senator Voorhees
Indianapolis
Advocate religious paper ad seeks $270 to honor memories
A West Coast religious periodical addresses readers in a sentimental plea. It recalls a mother reading the Advocate while rocking her child and claims the paper can guide readers to heaven. The message asks readers to consider the price of $270 to support or retain the publication.
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Masked Ball Promised Despite Law in Massachusetts
Massachusetts law prohibits participation in masked balls with imprisonment. A six year Boston tradition continues in Union Halls tonight as efforts to repeal the statute struggle, unlikely to affect the event.
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Union Halls
Louisiana Politics and Sherman Clash Over Votes
The excerpt notes Louisiana exploding over charges made by John Sherman about the state’s courts and people. It says Sherman must disprove Louisiana’s claim that he guided the returning board in how to push a state vote theft accusation to doubtful Republicans, presenting Sherman with a challenging task.
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Old Main Street landmark pulled down for new houses
The old frame building on West Main Street known as the MAIN house has been torn down to make room for newer homes. Edward Beecher has a book on future punishment to press. Henry W s sermons on hell were merely advertisements.
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Election of Supervisors Opinions on April or October
Attorney General Buskirk explains conflicting laws on Supervisors elections. He urges April elections with other township officers, noting October would be wasteful and de facto elections would bind the public. A second opinion reiterates that April is practical, though October was an accidental legislative error.
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Indrana
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C. A. Buskirk
Indiana
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Tecumseh Sherman Warns on Indian Conformity
Tecumseh Sherman argues that if the Indian does not conform to surrounding life he will be swept away. He notes that those around him are mainly post traders and government agents, implying preservation hinges on adopting deceitful habits.
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Masque Rade Balls Anticipated With Many Attendees
The text notes large numbers of ladies and gentlemen planning to attend masquerade balls this evening and tomorrow in fancy costumes. A few masks remain at THRALL and MusiCorp's and should be secured this morning.
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John G Youne for Posey county treasurer nomination
Rumor says John G Youne will seek the Democratic nomination for Posey County Treasurer. He previously held the office and was considered efficient, suggesting reliable service if nominated. The story notes a local theater rehearsal and a medical arrest for criminal neglect in Massachusetts.
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Posey County
Jonnie
Indiana Democratic Convention Advances Ticket Picks
A telegraph from Indianapolis reports Indiana Democrats nominate for Secretary of State Joan G. Shanklin, Auditor Manton D. Manson, and Treasurer William L. Fiemoa. The piece notes Hendricks’s Southern popularity and calls for his 1880 presidency while criticizing high lecture prices and government corruption warnings.
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L. T. Parilips
Joan G. Shanklin
Vanderburgh County
Manton D. Manson
Montgomery County
William L. Fiemina
Allen County
Wabash River Recedes While Steamers Ready to Load Corn
After threats, the Wabash has receded within its banks except in low spots. The steamer TNA is expected to arrive soon with barges to take out about 40,000 sacks of corn and other produce.
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Remembering Jesse Nasu and estate land sale ad
Jesse Nasu a longtime militia officer dies at his home near Wadesville aged 76. Grayville independent rival Packard would occupy the governor’s mansion if he had the rights. Edward Homer as administrator will sell several tracts of land next Tuesday in Bethel and Wabash townships with advertisement to follow.
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Hopes for speedy suppression of Cuban rebellion
A columnist notes hopes for rapid quelling of the Cuban rebellion but warns that success in one area often leads to resurgent uprisings elsewhere, likening the spread to an irrepressible barrel-boop.
Young Texan stock farm owner clan tale and bold weather prophecies
A 21 year old man moves to Texas last March and becomes stock farm proprietor with a ready made family including wife seven children and mother in law. Prof Tie forecasts the heaviest snow storm around March 7 and the coldest period from March 1 onward. Also mentions Hagland meteor flag and a Texas letter to Tone Star State readers. Emperor William funds refugee land with 2000 dollars as last year’s murder executions in the US outpace those in Germany France and England combined.
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France
England
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Thrall & Mumford's Sale Listings and London News
Thrall and Mumford's offer Choice Pennsylvania Buckwheat Flour at 5 cents per pound and White Coffee Sugar for 1 dollar for 10 tbs. Light Yellow Coffee Sugar also 1 dollar for 10 tbs. A stock of Perkins and House's Metal lic Safety Lamps arrived and claimed to be absolutely safe. London reports rising government bonds. The Boston Globe quotes a foregone conclusion in Returning Board Anderson's conviction. John Anderson of St Louis jailed for egg theft. ruminations on Bosphorus leadership follow.
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Hancock's Mission and Sherman in New Orleans
Chicago Times reports in Washington that General Hancock travels to New Orleans with a message from Mr. Hayes on the returning board. A Sherman staffer visits Crescent City, possibly with powers for conditional use. The piece warns the President against reckless action that could invite further suspicion and asserts appellate courts can review Wells & Co. cases.
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Christmas joy and a soldier’s prayer at Petersburg
General Harry Heth recounts a moment before battle when Gordon the preacher led a prayer as they approached Grant's lines near Petersburg. A chance encounter with his artillery-loving brother disrupted the plan, highlighting faith and wartime tension. The Worristows Herald notes the season’s buoyancy and a child’s joy as central to Christmas.
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