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Newspaper
New Harmony Register
Location
New Harmony, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1872
Page
3
An 1870 era advertisement notes Merrells Ague Cure and Merrells Rheumatic Syrup available from Thrall and Mumford. It also mentions sales of property, political tallies in Posey county, weather remarks, and local business notices including auctioneer services and a ball at Union Hall. The fragment references various local figures and period commerce.
A massive blaze struck Boston last Saturday, lasting until Monday night and destroying the city’s leading boot and shoe firms. Estimated losses reach 90 million dollars, signaling broad economic impact and pressuring insurance firms nationwide.
The editorial condemns deceptive claims about railroad funding and tax timing. It states that if the appropriation passes next Tuesday the tax will be levied in 1873 and 1874, and that the commissioners must assess and collect the tax if the road is approved. The piece calls for a fair majority rule and full turnout.
The Indiana Legislature met in a special session last Wednesday. The House chose W. K. Epwards of Vigo as Speaker and G. W. Friepiey of Lawrence as Senate President, both Republicans. A caucus resolution pledged support to Morron for U S Senate. The Governor’s message was not yet obtained. Auditors and officials inspected a bridge project on Black River amid cool weather reports. Witt. C. Morgava was shot at Logansport by Judge Dykeman and rescued from tar and feathers. fate of the wound remains uncertain.
New Harmony Register records for the upstairs public school for week ending November 14 1872 show attendance totals with 85 in the whole number and 56 on average daily attendance. Tardies total 35. Pupils perfect in all lessons with no absences or tardies include Robert C Cooper Alice Molton Lottie Holton Katie Schnee Effie Cole Fannie Fretageot Fannie Vandegrift Lillie Ferguson C W Mitts among five teachers. Euiny Fet on 8.
The United States Patent Office list for Indiana inventors shows entries bearing the date October 15 1872. Oscillating Engine by Willy Chavone Union City. Reversible Hydraulic Propeller by R G Dunbar Logansport. Windmill by Isaac Lehmer Lima. Paint Mill by R J McGrew Evansville. Machine for Upsetting Tires by Andrew Yount Kokomo. Other text notes local commentary on railroad politics and various anecdotal items.
Corrected weekly by Thrall Mumford for New Harmony Retail Market appears in the November 16, 1872 issue. The OCR fragment lists numeric entries and rates, indicating a market or price ledger with multiple figures and small values, typical of a local trade column.
Tae Alpine Sixth Year announces a splendid illustrated monthly with oil chromes free for 1873 subscribers, listing terms of $5 per year and local agent opportunities. Ballou’s Magazine December charms readers with new features, a Christmas chrome gift, and a $1.50 yearly rate. Tuam Nursery promises premiums and a $1.50 yearly subscription, urging subscription through John L. Shorey.
The publication from Indianapolis is improving and seeks Indiana farmers support. It issues a liberal premium list offering subscribers and club agents a choice of valuable articles and a specimen upon request.
The New York Sun offers treatment for horse disease with carbolic acid gum camphor and ample bedding, plus pure water and good air. It also reports Grant's rising majority, estimates of black voter influence, and references a German heat measuring instrument and local ads for syrup and a marriage guide.
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