31 Mar 1898
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Newspaper
Columbus Evening Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1898
Page
1
The column notes several youths like George Brockman and Henry Dehmer as possible candidates. It highlights a string of successful shows with full houses and nightly performances. It mentions St Patrick Day celebrations and a talk that Dr Banker may delay his European trip due to anticipated tensions between the U S and Spain.
A letter extols city waterworks engineers and firemen as nonpartisan assets to be retained. It applauds K of P attendance, praises Republicans if electing capable men, and credits President McKinley for potential achievements without war. It also notes a telegraph pole at Fifth and Washington moved a dozen feet by block and tackle.
From Maprio reports a heavy censorship to hide naval movements as Spain accelerates armament. Pelayo, Carlos V, Maria Teresa, and Cristobal Colon aim for Cuban waters joining Vizcaya and Almirante Oquendo. a national subscription funds a warship Second of May. Enrolment of volunteers spreads patriotism with opera funds aiding the navy. public optimism rises amid Sagasta administration and Sagasta Woodford talks.
McKinley demands Spain withdraw from Cuba and grant independence. The House shows split opinions with 115 Republicans backing aggressive action while others urge restraint. Madrid and ministers race to resolve the crisis as naval movements and Foreign Office talks intensify.
Dr. L. M. Mains of Seymour married Miss Ita Hall of Azalia at the bride’s parents home last night. Miss Hall is Joseph Hall’s daughter and Mr. Mains is L. M. Mains, sr. dentist of Seymour. They plan to reside in their new Seymour home. The Johnson family concert receipts were a little over $23, per Prof. John I. Cochran.
The Holden Comedy Co closed its engagement in this city with The Denver Express at The House. The show drew a large crowd though finances were weaker than potential. Patrons praised the company's conduct, and a future return is hoped. A reward offers $10 for information about a broken window. Local politics feature ward holders and council control dynamics. Elmer Burnett returns to his railroad duties after visiting family.
In the second ward three candidates are named Henry Strassner John Gysie and E E Waddington all good men The republican county committee plans a Saturday April 2 meeting at 1 30 pm in the city republican rooms A note on the fifth ward mentions several potential councilmen B M Hutchins Prof McCracken Frank Mathews and Charley Potter Also advertised are bargains at J A Newton's shoe store with prices listed for men and children including tan goat styles
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