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Newspaper
Columbus Evening Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1898
Page
2
The notice lists E H Kinney and A Turpin as proprietors and states the item was entered at the post office in Columbus as second class matter.
Multiple officials including Vincent Thompson David Phillips Fred Clinch James Burk and J D Hunter announce bids for city marshal and county clerk positions subject to Republican conventions or nominations, signaling forthcoming primaries.
The Star defends steadfast advocacy when in the right, asserting journalists and some readers resist fearing to raise issues. It emphasizes principled pursuit of causes without bias or hesitation.
The speaker urges the Republican Party and supporters to stand together as times improve. He credits the party with national progress and argues prosperity will continue if the party remains in power as spring approaches.
Burlington Vermont tax firm Wells Richardson and Co announces plans to advertise Paine's Celery Compound extensively this year. The notice touts a world wide reputation and claims personal use of the remedy in the editor's family with outstanding results, recommending it to those suffering from debility.
A fifty percent rise in receipts from the new revenue law in five months validates advocates of the Dingley act who argued it would quickly boost revenue and soon provide funds for all legitimate government expenses.
The STAR endorses paving Washington Street highlighting beautification and long term savings from reduced hauling of graves. It lauds the council and mayor for public benefit and notes upcoming Almeda club gathering at clubrooms.
The 1897 Bradstreet review highlights a surge in business failures due to adverse conditions, signaling a return to prosperity in general. It also notes a drop in asset to liability ratios versus 1895 and 1893, and a reduced rate of so called commercial deaths compared with years since 1633.
The Republican city council cleared a $4,500 debt imposed by the previous Democratic council. Voters question the need for borrowing as they note no prior improvements and high taxes. The new council says the debt is paid, city improved, and taxes reduced.
Citizens are told that Republicans should set aside personal feelings and rally for the upcoming spring election. The piece argues the party has benefited the community under its city government and deserves public support.
The article lauds Mark Hanna’s election to the U S Senate from Ohio as welcome news for Republicans nationwide. It argues defeat would have boosted the silverites and warned that free silver would harm the country’s industries and workers.
Citizens of Columbus, regardless of party, anticipate paving Washington street shortly. The street has suffered muddy eyesore conditions since recent rains, dampening daily travel and downtown appearance.
The bills for Darkest America are being posted today, with officials marking the new listings for public viewing. Citizens are advised to review the posted documents for details on the proposed measures and deadlines.
Special telegram from Columbus reports Bays Hanna won on the first ballot by 78 to 71. Revival services in United Brethren church in Orinoco draw growing crowds. Presbyterians and Baptists host services this week. Heavy rains flooded streams with Hawcreek at twelve feet above normal and Driftwood peaking yesterday before receding. no material damage reported.
Yesterday marked Miss Mabel Williamson's twenty third birthday with a surprise visit by friends after a Reading Circle. Guests included Mr and Mrs George Henry, Mr and Mrs Floyd Knight, Mr and Mrs Warren Shultz, and several others, enjoying games and music in a filled room. The city’s street names by John Cochrane Frank Pruitt Bink Schour were slated for completion by the 16th and placement next week. The Yukon Co theatrical company toured the city from Seymour to Rushville, featuring Darkest America with a grand double orchestra and a noon street parade.
Fehring's drug store advertises perfumes roller flour and cigars. Candies from E C Becht and farm produce from F M Watt. City Cafe offers Sunday dinners. Lay barber offers shave and haircut. Fulwider granite dealer promises 50 percent savings. Pruitt store hawks Christmas goods. Ferguson Photography claims best work at low prices.
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