22 Nov 1877
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Newspaper
Rushville Weekly Republican
Location
Rushville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1877
Page
2
An advertising firm proclaims its long history with the paper, noting that it has drawn much attention and sold substantial goods. It promises stronger trade this fall with better prospects, urging all buyers to seek good goods at bargains, especially clothing for men.
The Republican issue notes New York gains of 18,000 votes since 1876 while reporting varied local wins. It references Chattanooga mayoral choice, a San Francisco ocean cable venture, and a mix of political opinions, indictments, and financial questions across several states, highlighting party contrasts and public notices.
The Jacksonian criticizes the Democratic party for demagoguery over labor unrest. It argues Republicans would deploy more troops to suppress strikes, while noting Democrats once urged troops to quell riots and protect property. The piece recalls governors appealing for troops in Indiana Maryland and West Virginia.
The Jacksonian party faces criticism over labor policies as Republicans condemn Democratic ties to slavery and argue for unity with workers. The piece claims Democrats exploited labor woes, praises the Emancipation Proclamation, and reports the Army bill setting 25,000 troops, urging readers to reject Democratic rhetoric and demand true labor support.
A regional column reports varied farm and community news from the area. Topics include new homes and buildings, school leadership changes due to illness, corn yields, livestock shipping, social unions, and local hunts. Notable mentions include Rebecca Brooks moving in, Dan Shawhan’s property incident, and John Gray's social appearance. Several residents face health issues and property updates, with a focus on farming activity and community events.
Will Allen improves his house with new paint while Quincy Poston aims to build a patent gate for easier driving. Maury and Churchill expect rapid corn deliveries by a dumping unload method. Henry Stark’s horse injured a leg last Wednesday night, likely hard to replace. Ward Logan suffers typhoid fever, then Preenite, now critical. The Hiloship farm near Winship gains stock, scales, and pleasant surroundings. School district builds three new structures and reroofs, as teaching progresses locally.
The town listings note Homer Baptist Church as Rush county's sole missionary congregation. Prof Walter Campbell preaches at Andersonville Christian Chapel on Sunday Nov 25. Pastor J W Hammack buys James Heaton residence and plans possession this week. Frank J Hall lectures at Christian Church next Saturday evening urging public attendance. Prayer services unite Riverside Friends and Franklin Methodists on Thanksgiving at Franklin at 10 am with Rev T B Gary delivering the sermon. White Water Presbytery installs Rev H F Olmstead in Versailles with Rev S B Falkenburg joining. Rev Gilbert De la Matyr of Indianapolis to speak on Woman's Normal Relative Sphere and its Exceptions at M E Church Nov 26. Net receipts fund organ purchase. admission 25 cents. Tickets at Riley & Links and post office.
Mrs Mary E Williams age 44 wife of Judge Morris J Williams died November 8 1877 after a buggy accident near Ottumwa Iowa Oct 30 She left nine children two Miss Sarah Talbott also dies November 8 1877 at New Salem Indiana Aunt Sallie Talbott a beloved aunt described as noble motherly and Christian died peacefully expressing faith and love for family.
Local quarrel at Stringtown No. 4 school centers on teacher Bart Tol and a splintered complaint. Patrons plan a meeting to depose him as gossip claims trouble brews while Bart and pupils clash, with accusations of overzealous discipline and exaggerated tales from anonymous writers. Burke.
Y VIRTUE of an execution to me directed from the Clerk of the Henry Circuit Court will expose at public sale to the highest bidder on Saturday the 1th Day of December 1877 between 10 am and 4 pm at the Court House door Rushville Rush County Indiana the rents and profits for a term over seven years of the following described real estate all of the south half of the northwest quarter of section 3 township 15 range 10 Rush County Indiana containing seventy nine acres more or less And on failure to realize full amount of judgment interest and costs will at the same time sell the fee simple of the real estate sheriff of the Bandy Rationel B70? mbslechecepe amate times gl r TB)8 . me MAHRSO NR CARNE November trent of Rush County
Correspondence from 1877 outlines Democratic opposition to Republican policies, fears of army reductions, and clashes over Atkinson and Ewing bills. It notes Texas resistance, prospects for remonetization, and a New Senate caucus focusing on reconstruction nominees. Also mentions Pacific railroads, Ponca removal, and a laundry Church address amid commercial ads.
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