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Newspaper
Columbus Evening Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1898
Page
2
The item indicates a postal designation for Columbus Indiana marking it as second class matter. It notes the post office entry and labeling in the mailing process.
Vincent Thompson and David Phillips announce as City Marshal candidates subject to a Republican nominating convention. D Hunter, Ulrich, James Burk, Albert Flowens, and Stephen Batley announce for city clerk, county clerk, county recorder, and sheriff positions respectively, all subject to the Republican nominating convention.
The record shows 1807 totals of $76,028,485 in gold and $20,013,397 in silver attributed to Uncle Sam. The figures highlight the era's monetary scales and government holdings.
Maine asserts its influence in Congress and in Havanna. The public is urged to trust that unity and national fate align with Maine as the nation moves forward.
The court found J. N. Marsh deserved a berth in the car and the company’s refusal forced him into a day coach. The ruling supported his claim of humiliation and loss of a night’s travel, though the awarded amount was $500 instead of the $1,000 he sought.
The McKinley Dingley tariff boosted the price of over two thousand bushels of wheat sold to Donner Milling Co on Saturday to about 2e per bushel. Under the Cleveland administration and the free trade Wilson bill the price would have been only a little over half that amount.
The Saturday choice for chairman and rivals is hailed as strong leadership for the coming fall struggle. Republicans urged to unite and prepare for the fight, praising the party as friend to labor, law and order, sound money, and protection for workers and farmers.
A Democrat letter condemns claims that Mayor Beck uses dictatorial power to fire workers for voting against him. The writer asserts Beck never interferred in city employment over politics and has shown interest in providing streetwork for laborers in Columbus.
Walter Johnson the water works superintendent faced charges over funds used for river bed drilling nicknamed sand holes. A Cincinnati chemist earned $200 proving deep wells unnecessary. city records show total drilling cost under $25. The council, including six Republicans and four Democrats, backed the measure.
Readers ask why a supposedly independent paper prints democratic candidates’ names. The item notes perceived bias and cites editorials and letters arguing for transparency and equal coverage.
The article notes David Bennett Hill voted for Bryan and only publicly admitted it over a year after the election, highlighting the delay and possible consequences of his political choice.
Comment on U S military and industrial backing as China plans import of American locomotives and other equipment to support growing needs in the coming years.
Debs has gone to Mexico. That may be the place for the Social Democracy, but it will be hard on the Mexicans. The remark hints at a broader political discussion during his visit.
The United States government buys 10,000,000 pounds of smokeless powder as an experimental stockpile. Some critics doubt its value, while officials praise its potential for defense and industry.
Ed Moore has purchased the palace restaurant of Boulie and Reilly and will take possession immediately.
On Monday January 31 city officials opened five bids for paving with Ayers Asphalt Co. offering 1.59 per square yard for roadway and 0.65 per foot for curb and gutter. Barbour Asphalt 1.27 roadway and 0.65 gutter. M Keller 1.94 roadway 0.65 gutter. Trinidad Asphalt 2.20 roadway 0.91 gutter. Indiana Bermudas 2.13 roadway 0.72 gutter. Award to be decided at Thursday council meeting.
The forecast notes generally fair conditions in Indiana for Monday with colder air arriving in the north. Expect northwesterly winds, cooler temperatures, and a potential drop in daytime highs across the northern region.
A Hartsville College building tied to the United Brethren Church burned early today near the Hancock border. Loss estimated at 40 000 dollars with 5 000 insured. library and museum valued at 1 600 dollars. No one was inside. ignition thought to be incendiary. The college has faced finances. A G Gailbreath named assignee. The building has not housed students since last June.
L Rosenbush & Co. and Chas Danforth advertise low priced cloths with plain figures. Mrs H Pel urged visitors to the Gold Mine store to decide the best place to buy. Mail orders solicited and promptly filled.
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