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Newspaper
Columbus Evening Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1897
Page
2
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Reports say Hanna’s year in Ohio is not quiet and McBryan did not seek Boies during a trip through Iowa. Silver envoys awaiting talks from Japan have not yet delivered. BaiLeoal earnings rise and national bank clearances show a 22.2 percent weekly jump from last year.
Ohio Iowa Maryland Kansas and South Dakota voters in the recent election reject free silver. With two Republican Senators and a Republican House delegation, Maryland faces a political realignment that alters its self image in national politics.
The report states Mr. Bryan declared he did not set any evidence of prosperity during his Ohio trip. It notes concerns about smoke from reopened factories affecting his eyesight.
In Bonth the Republican strength grows with notable gains and talk of a prospective successor to YN in the Senate emerges as a key development shaping the party’s path forward.
An excerpt notes that the people of that country face a 20 percent fall in the value of their currency over the past year, signaling economic strain and reduced purchasing power. It highlights the impact on citizens and overall financial conditions without naming the country or specifics.
Ex governor Altgeld organizes a paper money party while ex governor Boies denounces the 6 to 1 proposition. Senator Stewart urges acceptance of prosperity and dropping the silver issue as white metal support wanes by 1900. Dingley law receipts rise monthly, making it likely it will cover all government expenses after January.
The excerpt contrasts October with earlier months noting it as the best business month in four years while Bryan cites the first six months of McKinleyism as the worst the country had seen. The passage frames economic optimism against political critique from the era.
The ledger notes Republican gains in Kansas and other states with free silver repudiated in Ohio Iowa Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. The article suggests the Democrat who can spin the result as comfort is a political Mark Tapley figure.
The 55th Congress set a record for Southern Republicans in number. The 56th Congress will broaden that strength with another Republican Senator from Maryland.
The nation sees about 80 million dollars more circulating than a year ago without free coinage. Bryan’s free silver plan would not have increased the money supply. Instead, business gains since last July come from tariff optimism fueling protection, revenue, and government funds, restoring confidence and creating millions of dollars in activity and employment at higher wages.
The piece argues that people wanting to pay debts with depreciated dollars should move to Mexico where silver currency has fallen about 20 percent in value over the past year. A debtor who owed $1,000 a year ago could now settle with about $800 in current silver value. The shift underscores the appeal of depreciated currencies.
The South shows sharp party shifts with Maryland sending two Republicans while states like North Carolina lack Democratic representation. West Virginia may gain another Republican and Kentucky hosts one Republican and a noncooperative partner on currency policy. Louisiana and Georgia exhibit Democratic splits on tariffs. South Carolina has one senator, Georgia has two defectors on tariff, and a Texan Democrat refuses to back free silver.
The article extols cleaning the body inside and out for health, focusing on mucous membranes and catarrh. Dr. Hartman, expert in chronic catarrh, promotes Peru na as an internal remedy with permanent cures, and offers free books and an Almanac from The Peruna Drug Mfg Co. in Columbus, Ohio.
A reader questions why newspapers denounce an expenditure for an inquest, noting the coroner is a democrat. The writer complains about prolonging the inquest to two days and argues that inquests for natural deaths should be abolished for fees rather than truth.
Mrs Nancy Coons is visiting friends in Ogilville as part of a broader social trip. The visit highlights local social ties and community connections during her travels.
The condemned San Francisco murderer Theodore Durrant received a further delay before execution. The report notes ongoing legal proceedings and cautions readers to verify advertised goods. Social mentions include visitors from Greenfield Steubenville Edinburg and a dancing class in Jackson Hall. Financial notes report Bartley state treasurer shortage at 870000 and banks depositing 10400000 in government bonds as security for deposits under the Union Pacific plan.
The Woman's Musical Club will meet at the Presbyterian church tomorrow afternoon. Under Mrs Charles Reeves the program features piano quartet bel canto solos and duets by members and guests including Mrs Stevens Miss Mahoney and Miss Chloe Butler among others plus a reading and debate.
A 19th century style ad notes Lexative Bromo Quinine tablets cure a cold in one day with 25 cents price and refund guarantee if no cure. Genuine tablets bear L. B. Q. on each piece.
A jury last night found for the plaintiff in the case of John Gross and Wee John Covertietel after a brief deliberation. Defendants' lawyers seek a new trial. Also noted is a divorce proceeding Delcine Coleman versus Isaac Coleman that was dismissed. Judge New of Indianapolis ruled on McCormick’s bid to set aside a fraudulent judgment, favoring the defendants, with an appeal expected. Weather in Columbus, Indiana forecasts partly cloudy and warmer with potential rain by Saturday.
Edith Burnett was granted a divorce from Homer Burnett this morning. The report comes amid a quiet day on the city’s bridges and clocks as observed readers note the mood of the era.
An exchange centers on a daughter seen as the old man’s jewel and the suitor’s nerve. A Sharp note on Mr. Gorman of Maryland, 18 years in the U S Senate at $5000 a year, now reputed wealth of 3 million, framed by the Inter Ocean remark about a financier who saved big sums.
The coroner conducted an inquest into the death of William Buchanan who died of heart failure at his home on California street. The article questions the necessity and cost of the coroner’s inquest, noting it was needless and only benefited the office fees paid by taxpayers.
J A Newton of the One Price Cash Shoe Store declares he sells shoes for less than rival dealers. He claims to offer ladies fine custom made shoes for 2.50, while others charge 3.00, asserting the cheapest buy is best for customers. He urges shoppers to compare value and expect fair treatment.
In a witty cartoon exchange Keeler asks if Wheeler stayed at a friend’s house and Wheeler clarifies he did not stay the night. Wheeler says the friend wanted to store his bicycle in the barn overnight in a humorous domestic scene.
Mayor Harrison is glad about his New York visit while Mr. Bryan likely regrets not pleasing Tammany, reflecting political tensions of the era.
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