02 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1897
Page
1
Local notes report Frank Crump holding about 509000 brick, new electric lights nearly ready, and cement walks planned on North Washington street. Reports mention gas drilling plans if a local company forms, a large bargain on a house and lot, and ongoing pole distribution for the American Telegraph and Telephone Co.
Sheriff King of Nashville and Mrs. Beachout visited the city yesterday and rode to the Insane Hospital at Indianapolis. The issue includes hints from the American Queen and notes about Columbus natives now in prominent positions. Dr. Dickinson plans an AOU N lodge here and expects charter members. Moody, Knotty Faucett, Ike Snyder, and Victor Rogers are named in circus plans. Cleaning services advertise at 435 Washington Street by Lotts Restaurant and Wat. C. Watson.
Genuine dongola lace shoe for ladies in all solid construction offered at 75 cents a pair. New fresh stock in sizes 21 to 6, stylish and affordable. Sold by J. A. Newton's One Price Cash Shoe Store at 313 Washington Street.
Yesterday a horse attached to Wolf’s meat wagon bolted through the streets, stopping at Third and Washington before causing damage. Emma Wolf delivered meat at Henry Rethwsch’s residence when the incident occurred, and the animal was halted without injury.
Crabb Isa Hustler and Charlie Carbb recorded the Tabernacle Choir on Wednesday night. The venture did not meet expectations as the night’s performances were not successful while other entries later proved more satisfactory.
The mayor formed a committee to go to Richmond in May to assist G A R men in securing the 1898 encampment. Members include Hord Crump and many others. Street and health reports discussed. tax exemptions for American Starch Co. and several petitions referred to committees. A criminal assault suit was filed. local theater offer promoted by Crump's theatre.
Constable Gable acting on Deputy Fish Commissioner Clutwood's orders found a 228 foot long fish net at Joseph Steenbarger's home. Long's residence was searched with nothing found. Clutwood vows to break up illegal fishing as cases proceed. Penalties range from 50 to 200 dollars with possible jail time.
James Shea improves slowly while Noble Ellis shows some improvement. Jack Thompson of Edinburg is ill in Indianapolis. Nellis Culp confined at home with inflammatory rheumatism but improving. Marriage license Scon Gable and Ida A Fox. The Star offers many job and printing services. Affidavits announce Hill Bros for well and cistern work. Geo W Kinney serves fresh oysters and meats. Greensburg records effort to lure the 1898 G A R W R C encampment. Kentucky man who spoke politics dies. his remark questioned.
The Star lists votes for the lady of the prize wheel with names such as Susie Coons Anna Tooley and Dot Matthews among others and notes a fortune telling camp at Roy ing Carlo's gipsey camp open 2 to 5 and 7 to 10 p m at 613 Washington street Rebennack's block with about 5000 visitors expected.
Beginning Monday April 5 mail will be delivered at 7am 1030am and 5pm daily with no city distribution window. Local notes report editor Scott Ray critically ill and others ill or visiting. Advertisements tout round the clock lunch service and a medical ad promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic with money back guarantee.
Washington Indiana hotel owner R E Angus accuses F Victor Lynch of forgery and obtaining money under false pretenses for crimes said to have occurred over a year ago. Angus says Lynch verbally abused him yesterday and plans to file charges this morning.
About three o'clock yesterday smoke issued from the Stevens residence roof. Shingles were torn from the flue and a mortar piece had fallen out creating a crevice. No fire occurred. the flue was repaired to prevent future trouble.
George E. Ellis operates a central hub for wallpaper and room mouldings offering a wide selection and distribution services to customers seeking decorative upgrades for interiors.
A bicycle shop at 600 Washington Street unveils a new livery service under J. A. George. The move highlights expanded repair and customization options for riders in the downtown area.
The note recalls Dan Judd being tricked into visiting Maple Grove for a job, paying car fare only to find a prank. A youth kicked a hat on Washington Street, injuring his toe. Irene Wells played a joke on her father by hiding a nickel, then shouting April Fool. Old coats are once again worn as warmer days arrive.
Capt and Mrs Lucas went north yesterday. Charlie Kerr leaves for Chicago this morning. Rev Percy Kendall returned home. Al McLaughlin begins a trip down the B&O yesterday. Jay Smith of Seymour Republican visited last night. Bink Schnur in Franklin last night bound for China town Co. Miss Kate Kerr left for Owensville for summer with relatives. Ex Sheriff Sampson of Nashville in the city yesterday. E Farr special agent of Grand Rapids Fire Inc Co in the city yesterday calling on agents. Chas A Turpin Co. Mr J Decker of New York owner of Mystic Midgets to be staged here Friday and Saturday next week for R R YMCA benefit. Decker pleased with local children, promises a rare treat.
The notice lists dry handle wood grade 11 two cards for one dollar at J A George's located at 509 Washington Street.
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