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Newspaper

Columbus Evening Star

Location

Columbus, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1897

Page

4

Life Insurance Policy Lesson From a Customer Tale

A story from NYLIC recounts a widow’s mistrust after a second policy dispute. She questioned the payout when her husband died, recalling a prior $2,000 policy that yielded less than $600. The agent explains the current policy pays the stated amount if the insured dies.

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Pittsburg Coal For Range And Furnace Sold Here

Our high grade clean Pittsburg coal promises unmatched quality and satisfaction for any coal user. It suits all needs from range to furnace and open fires, ensuring dependable heat and reliable performance. This premium fuel is available locally with trusted performance.

Pittsburg

Notice to gravel road contractors in Bartholomew county

Bartholomew county auditors advertise bidding for ten miles of free gravel roads in Sandcreek Township Indiana. Seven divisions specify section lengths with bids due by 10 a m November 18 1897. Bonds required double bid with sureties residents of Bartholomew. Board may reject bids and bonds may be used as payment if bonds fail to sell.

Bartholomew County Sandcreek Townstip Indiana Columbus Ind W. W. Lambert B. Neway H.C. Harris Daniel. Wertz Board of Commissioners City of Columbus I. B. Barrett

Public notice of final settlement in Beels estate

Goo dy Beels guardian presents final settlement of Sureh Beels deceased in Bartholomew Circuit Court Columbus Indiana. Heirs creditors and legal representatives must appear December 13 1857 to show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved. WITNESS clerk seal November 1 1297. Medical notes mention snow indication.

Bartholomew Circuit Court Columbus Ind George Marsha L Sacker

Masonic Mutual Aid Assn of Indiana Faces Insolvency Receiver

The Masonic Mutual Aid Association of Indiana seeks a receiver amid insolvency rumors. Accusations claim longtime members were doubly assessed by management to force forfeiture and dodge liability. Mexican prosperity note compares peso to dollar, urging caution in cross border investments.

Masonic Mutual Aid Association Indiana Insurance Herald

Candy Cathartic Ad Pitches Constipation Cure

An old advertisement promotes Howels With Cascarets as a cure for constipation. The copy urges readers to purchase the candy cathartic from druggists and promises permanent relief.

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The Colored Shirt Reigns in Bright Royal Style

A colorful shirt steals the show with vivid hues and grand presentation. Descriptions praise its regal look and the Magnificent assortment showcasing the finest goods in the line. Pictures cannot capture its splendor. see them for yourself.

To Cure a Cold in One Day Lexative Bromo Quinine

A vintage medical patent note promises a one day cure for colds with Lexative Bromo Quinine tablets. Drugstores refund the money if it fails to cure, and the item is priced at 25 cents.

Sentinel Proclaims Growth and State News Emphasis

The Indianapolis Sentinel announces its large circulation the broad news scope including McKinley era policy and state government. It touts extensive domestic and foreign coverage and urges Indiana readers to subscribe to the weekly twelve page edition.

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Bargains Offered for Dwellings and Insurance

The notice advertises a dwelling and barn on 15th street for 600 dollars with 100 down and 100 yearly payments, a house near the street car stable on 16th street for 350 dollars with half cash and half in a year, and a one house barn and lot on Ninth street for 450 dollars with purchaser friendly terms. It also promotes fire insurance and a combined accident and sickness policy with monthly benefits, from Kinney & Kinney at 436 Fourth St Columbus Indiana.

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Mixed Stations at Gong East and Nearby Lines

Fragmentary report notes mixed stations at Gong East including lines 405 401 404 412 with uncertain context and no clear outcome or dates. The text resembles a technical timetable or railway signaling log excerpt.

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