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Newspaper
Columbus Evening Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1898
Page
2
The announcement lists Fred C. Ulrich James Burk Henry Wethwisch W. F. Coats and William Steinkamp as candidates for county clerk or county treasurer, all subject to the Republican nominating convention. Individual towns or townships are noted for Steinkamp.
Albert F Owens announced as a candidate for recorder subject to Republican nomination. R. K. B. Colvin of Hawcreek township named for recorder. E M Heiner of Wayne township named for recorder, all pending Republican convention decisions.
Multiple names announce candidacy for sheriff of Bartholomew County subject to the Republican county nominating convention. Stephen Bailey Scott Elzer Henry Howe George Orr John Dunn and others list their bids with various townships named. The convention date referenced is June 4 1898.
Louis Friedersdorf of Rockcreek announces candidacy for county commissioner from the Third District subject to the Republican nominating convention. Henry C. Harris of German Township seeks the First District seat subject to the Republican county convention.
Classified style note advertising Holmes wallpaper options for kitchens bedrooms bathrooms and parlors. Indicates multiple room applications and product line available from Holmes brand in local market.
George's Grocery offers Triumphs and Si Weeks seed potatoes in early second crop, plus standard Northern and Eastern varieties. Chas Danforth advertises broms and mail orders. The Hummer Shoe Store promotes footwear with a cash deal for goods via E. E. Waddington.
Mrs H Piss, manager, promotes a local establishment. Rosenbush & Co advertise as one price clothiers. T.G. Quick offers coal wood and feed. Fremont Davis, blacksmith, 335 Franklin St, proclaims superior repair work and horse forging.
Fehring promotes No-To-Bac as a magnetic life changing aid to quit tobacco easily forever. The brochure claims it strengthens nerves and vigor and is available from Sterling Remedies Co in Chicago New York with a 50 cent price or one dollar. Cure guaranteed. Booklet and sample free.
The republican county committee will meet at city headquarters Saturday May 14 at 1 30. It is important that every member be present. A W E Springer W C Ardery Beesy.
Advertisement touts Wayland and Wells as city headquarters for groceries with newest stock and prompt delivery. States satisfaction guaranteed and provides Bell phone numbers 238 Harrison 119 for ordering.
A. E. Hartman of 311 Franklin Street listed as buyer and shipper of butter eggs and poultry promising the highest market price paid for these goods.
OMO. SCOTT, Baker and Grocer promote fresh daily crackers at Scott's located at 522 Washingter St. They claim the crackers are fine.
Advertisement notes Dr ugs and wallpaper by Iarence W Adams and John M Newcomb at 335 Jackson Street. It promotes flour feed coal lime wood with motto Always the Best always the cheapest and a phone 148. Also Bruning and Vonstrohe offer fresh fruit vegetables Baltimore oysters and country meat with tel 19472 Sycamore St.
.F. Donner at 420 Washington Street remains a leading shop for watches clocks jewelry and optical goods with fine watch repairs offered. Will B. Carman at 6th Street between Franklin and Mechanic runs a stable with boarding and sales at weekly or monthly rates. John Hughes at 523 Washington Street promotes staple and fancy groceries with emphasis on butter and fresh produce. The L C Moore Shoe Company announces a large ownership sale producing notable results.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a beauty aid. It claims clean blood and skin result from taking Cascarets, targeting dull complexions and sluggish liver with a low price of ten cents. The tone is promotional and period specific.
Fred Volland promotes air tight heaters and steel ranges. H T Burnett & Co advertise groceries and Baltimore oysters. J B Cook & Son display McCormick farm implements at Second and Jackson. Schaefer Co. touts Rolla Four and White Lily products. Candy Kitchen announces daily made candies. M J Hirth proclaims groceries and bakery with fruitcakes. Henry Meier offers coal wood feed and lime on Fourth Street.
Henry Von Fange operates a local grocery at the corner of 11 and Sycamore offering groceries, fresh eggs, canned goods, apple butter and dried fruits with prompt delivery. The notice also advertises wanted help for Mrs Fe low's restaurant asking for two girls to join and promote meals at 20 cents. citizens may call 234.
An old ad notes Q J Noblitt as a druggist offering albums, bibles, linen, and cases plus glove and happikerchie boxes. It also highlights Prall & Dennison as leading dentists offering crown and bridge work and teeth without plates, urging readers to consult them before extractions.
Grocer A Snively of the corner of 16th and Home Avenue advertises the finest and freshest groceries available. Prices are stated as low as the lowest, emphasizing value and quality.
FRANK McNEAL at 702 Chestnut street invites shoppers with fine table delicacies and a cordial reception. H E Langdon Co promotes Columbus as the largest retail grocers with top market goods. Davidson Henderson at 601 605 Washington St advertises best rockers and savings on furniture. Geo I Winans recommends Armour's Star Brand hams as finest in market.
E W Ragsdale of 423 Washington Street, owner of the largest and most popular Columbus millinery house, dies. The business advertised leader of best goods and lowest prices. Also notices Jos Stobo, Blacksmith, offering special attention to horses with sore feet and reliable shoeing services.
Suits priced at 13.51 with pants at 3.5 cents a a satisfaction guaranteed. Orders taken in New York store.
Readable fragments show Mrs Reynolds operating a City Cafe on Washington Street offering Sandsy dinners and specials. The item hints at competitive pricing and popular offerings but full details are unclear.
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