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Newspaper
Wakarusa Weekly Sun
Location
Wakarusa, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1875
Page
2
The column from Wakarusa, Indiana May 13 discusses Decoration Day observances on May 30, mentions excursion tickets from Elkhart at 4.00, honors fallen soldiers, and shares letters from Colfax County Nebraska reflecting on patriotism, hardship from grasshoppers, homestead progress, and local farming challenges.
A fragment discusses a personal letter urging a visit, notes of temperance efforts and wartime aid, and a business update from Brubaker & Eyer selling summer dress goods. It references community improvements, liquor and opium abstinence, and a hometown shop in Wakarusa with a broad stock of textiles and shoes.
Governor Carpenter endorses Capt. A. T. Andreas Minnesota Illustrated Historical Atlas as superior and essential for citizens. He notes Andreas plans a forthcoming Iowa atlas with improvements and vouches for the author’s ability and the public’s benefit.
Philadelphia subscribers are warned about a misleading atlas prospectus. The firm explains the State Atlas of Minnesota will be a large volume, with each county on its own page, totaling about 500 pages and weighing 13 to 17 pounds, sized 15 by 18 inches.
An old notice proclaims the Grist Mill will run regularly after a stated date for custom on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays. It promises meals and chops kept on hand for exchange and sale. Public notice dated October 6 1874.
The Buffalo to New York rail rate for grain is eight cents per bushel, lower than the canal tolls at present. The Buffalo Commercial Advertiser notes the rail rate is cheaper than the canal cost, highlighting a transportation price advantage.
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