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Newspaper
Wakarusa Weekly Sun
Location
Wakarusa, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1875
Page
3
In a harsh plea, Brubaker and Hyer advertise New Year gifts while residents denounce roaming petty thieves. The author condemns robbing corn cribs and late night break ins, urging conviction and shared bread for the hungry.
In Wakarusa the community discusses two Christmas trees at the Methodist and Christian churches amid bright crowds and rough roads. J W Seaman thanks contributors, urges Sunday school attendance, and praises women’s domestic skills while a juvenile debate on steam engines versus printing presses unfolds.
A Friend in court refuses to remove his broad brim as custom, a marshal strikes the hat to the floor, then places it back. The Quaker remains unmoved, wearing the hat in court with evident composure. Also note a year end finance reminder—settle standing accounts and avoid further credit for long-standing debtors.
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