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Newspaper
Van Wert Weekly Bulletin
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1877
Page
2
The Van Ailert Bulletin issue published Friday morning April 20 1877 includes local notices and community updates from the Van Ailert area. It presents brief items, notices, and short reports typical of a 19th century local newspaper.
The article suggests that European bel ligerents have shifted from talk to intent, signaling readiness to engage in armed conflict rather than mere diplomacy. It frames mounting hostilities and the potential for immediate confrontation among rival powers.
Despite charges by Democrats, a chastening opportunity passed when the famed orator Bob Ingersoll could have spoken at the Southern Hotel the night before the St. Louis fire but was detained by Illinois railroad litigation.
A war in Europe appears likely with broad involvement anticipated and Gen Sherman warning it could be the bloodiest in history. Wheat, corn, and oats have risen, markets are feverish, and U S farmers are urged to plant and cultivate every acre to meet a potential surge in European demand while profiting the balance of trade.
A reader letter argues temperance as the devilish stronghold harming society. It targets saloon owners and vendors as the root of crime, poverty, and ruin, urging labeling these places and men for the salvation of many to avoid a drunkard’s grave. Samuel Fairfield signs the piece.
The Cincinnati Gazette reports on Evarts' remarks printed on large bills in Washington. He warns that Tildens presidency would unleash mob rule and undermine constitutional protections for Black citizens. Hayes is praised as President for all, safeguarding rights without federal bayonets.
Philadelphia Times profile of Francis Murphy, his early speaking career from Portland to Pittsburg, and his rise as National Christian Temperance Union president. It notes large pledges, overflow crowds at Concert Hall, plans for a massive abstinence monument, opposition to prohibition, moral suasion, and efforts to aid destitute supporters through Concert Hall committees and saloon outreach.
The Washington Star reports Judge Bradley in a secret session argued Congress cannot scrutinize or reverse a State’s electors. He said sovereignty rests with the State, and congressional inquiries are improper for deciding Presidential electoral votes.
The steamship Leo en route to Nassau was lost after a fire broke out early on April 13 in a southeast gale, 80 miles south of Tybee. Most crew were rescued by the Russian bark Hoppet. several passengers including the Miss Farringtons are missing. Captain Daniels reports attempts to fight the fire and救 victims.
Straitsville residents report Clark's ore vein stretching over half a mile on 200 acres near the railroad. Investigators from Cleveland and Sandusky praise the ore for its superior quality and formation, estimating a potential yield of 1.5 to 2 million tons.
In Bennington Vermont Dr R H Green of Hoosick New York was placed in a vault as a presumed corpse nearly two weeks ago after a near burial in a prior trance. Last Saturday signs of life appeared and his body was moved from the vault. Attending physicians call it suspended animation.
A Barnum elephant in New York on April 15 attacked keeper Mr. Alexander and trainer Charles White after breaking its chains. It threw Mr. McDonald against the Happy Family cage and wrapped its trunk around Mr. Rivers neck before a bystander stopped it. The elephant was finally chained by a large rope and secured. The animal had been considered docile but appeared enraged by the Hippodrome activity.
The President and Cabinet, after long consultation, find no practicable method to avoid an extra session. They seek business and political quiet for the summer, and now expect to issue the call during the present week.
In St Scott Kansas on April 16 farmers report no grasshopper pests despite warm weather and experiments showing eggs should have hatched. The section remains free of grasshoppers and farmers anticipate a big crop across Southern Kansas.
A Michigan law defines a bushel of apples as weighing fifty pounds setting a new standard for fruit measures. The statute details measurement methods and enforcement provisions for markets and producers statewide.
President Hayes emphasizes no concealment of his Southern policy and cites the 1875 gubernatorial campaign speech at Marion as evidence. He recalls calls for harmony, condemns renewed prejudices, and asserts his administration will pursue reconciliation through practical governance protecting civil and political rights.
An extraordinary find at the Appraiser's stores in Laight and West streets reveals a wine cask from the steamship Frisia containing a case filled with dynamite cartridges wrapped in gutta percha. Deputies fear the cargo was meant to bypass strict shipments and could have caused catastrophe with 400 workers nearby.
A thorough inspection of the Niagara Railway Suspension Bridge cables found defects in one anchorage with corrosion reducing strength by a quarter. Wire tests showed preserved strength, with each wire holding well above required tension. Of 3,640 wires, corroded strands were removed and replaced, confirming overall safety.
A German resident of New York writes to Postmaster General Key offering to fund his own salary and donate part to the poor if granted a $5,000 post office. He notes possible deduction to $4,000 if needed and worries about getting an early answer before prized offices fill up.
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