22 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Columbus Daily Herald
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1898
Page
1
A poetic homage to Washington praising his leadership from the birth of the United States through war and peace. The piece extols Washington as Father of his Country and savior of the state, recounting battles, perseverance, and the enduring American heritage. Attributed to Lymasiha Whipple Shoup.
A praise filled essay extols George Washington as the ideal man whose character grows with time. It compares him favorably to Charlemagne Cromwell Napoleon and Alexander, noting his self control modesty restraint temper and commitment to a republic. Washington's leadership ethics and relinquishing power after eight years are highlighted as defining virtues.
A playful 19th century voice recalls the honesty tale of George Washington. The narrator, a child, contrasts his father’s stories and a fishing trip with the famous cherry tree legend. The piece wryly questions presidential myths and reflects on truth and folklore.
In Curiaco on Feb 21 reports show May wheat at 108, July 934, September 82 with cash wheat over a dollar. Traders expect prices to stay high amid tight stocks while corn oats and provisions stay solid, aided by active cash trade. editor notes sentimental quotes from Rev. Talmage on newspapers as a force for public life.
The jury commissioners met to draw grand and petit juries for the Bartholomew circuit court term starting February 28. Grand jurors: W M Drybread Nineveh. John Gant Flat Rock. Silas Schroyer Ohio. Fred Baurichter Columbus. John W Wasson Haw Creek. Petit jurors: J M Taylor Rock Creek. F M Spragg Jackson. W H Bevis Nineveh. John W Klipsch Flat Rock. Martin McClintie Clifty. W M Hausing Harrison. John A Bloomingstock Columbus. John G Schaefer Haw Creek. W A Patterson Haw Creek. W R Gant Sand Creek. James Mahaffey Clifty. Joel A Wilson Sand Creek. Also lists names for various townships and townships voting.
In 1759 George Washington, chosen by Frederic County Virginia to represent them, was publicly thanked by the house. When he rose to reply, his trepidation and blushing mocked his composure until Speaker Robinson soothed him with a remark praising his modesty and valor.
A brief dialogue notes that a child is named George McTuffy and asks if named after George Washington, with a nod to Chicago Tribune a hundred years later.
The Chicago Post recounts a teacher asking a student what impressed him about George Washington. The boy reflects on Washington’s easy schooling, noting he did not endure a long list of presidents to memorize in order.
In a domestic exchange Mrs. Torkins muses on Washington’s habit of truth telling while her husband jokes about their home life. The Star notes the playful speculation about whether Washington avoided questions about his breakfast or faced blunt candor.
A fragmented note hints at the annual event honoring Washington with poetic language. It references a birthday theme and decorative details like trimmed penells and praise, in a reflective newspaper voice.
A long column records social visits and chores in Jonesville including health, schooling, farming inventions, and family news. It notes upcoming marriages, relocations, a barber move, and a spring dental plan. The piece ends with a Democratic party exhortation urging unity and turnout.
Hillsdale reports mud conditions and church activity at St Johns last Sunday. Geo Lam plans to housekeeping work with Robt Hickey this season. Clell Gardner and Geo Black lead local spoke making. Oscar Davis to run his saw mill full blast. Voters back Columbus ticket. calls for Griffith clarification on Teller free silver vote. Bevis boys shipped two carloads of a traw to Anderson. schools prepare for the Last Day with rival city contests. taxpayers question expenses for public entertainment and schooling costs.
Health good except Jacob Ault who has chills after a trip to Columbus to settle with Henry Bros. Rev William Settle preached at Grand View last Sunday. John Rudolph eyes prospects to move Rudolph Frazer Broom Co. factory here. Local hoop-dresser Wm Ault sold interest to Beck Co. Spelling at Spurgeon school attracted many. Protracted meeting at Poplar Grove ongoing. Gen Snyder back from Cincinnati and eye ailment treated.
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