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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1898
Page
2
The Manhattan proclaims a spring battle of fashion with updated clothings furnishings and hats. It promises modern ideas and better satisfaction through extensive stock of brands and makes sold exclusively in this territory at the lowest prices.
The City Editor Chas A. Turpin urges voters in the first ward to elect Ams Hartman, describing him as the right choice for the district. The notice appears in the Proprieties column from Ulrich Block.
W. W. Lambert of Bartholomew county seeks the Republican nomination for Joint Senator representing the Bartholomew Decatur district subject to the party convention decision.
Multiple candidates announce runs for county offices including County Clerk Treasurer Recorder Sheriff and Commissioner in Bartholomew County subject to Republican nominating conventions. Individuals named include Ulrich Burk Rethwisch Coats Steincamp Fowbenst Colvin Heiner Bailey Elzer Owen Orr Friedersroore and Harris with township associations and district designations.
An advertisement touts a Wo-To-Bac cure claiming to end tobacco addiction and improve health. The offer guarantees a strong new start and promises a blood cure with prices listed as 0c, 1 dollar and other terms.
S. N. Davis is presented as a man with business knowledge who will look after the city’s interests and is urged as the preferred candidate.
The present administration’s figures reflect well and satisfy the people across parties. Prof. O. M. McCracken is well qualified for councilman and should win by a large majority in the fifth ward.
The campaign operates on policy issues from both sides with no personal attacks toward any candidate though a light barb from the Democrat may appear occasionally.
The speaker warns that war in any form is cruel and argues settlement is preferable to engagements with Spain. He concedes the U S would ultimately conquer Spain, but questions what would be gained from such a costly conflict.
A voter message endorses Ward Salmond, asserting he will be a good and efficient councilman. The statement emphasizes Salmond as a hard worker and a good citizen likely appealing to residents evaluating local leadership.
W F Coxis is cited for a proven past record and described as the right man to be elected to the council.
Congress faces a potential deadlock as the Senate and House clash over Cuban independence and recognition. Leaders plan nonconcurrence, with a conference committee likely. the president may veto if recognition is attached. Spain-Washington tensions rise amid anti American demonstrations and Spain plans troop movements.
Voters are told to take a pencil when voting. To cast a straight Republican ticket vote use four crosses in the circle with the eagle. If not voting straight ticket, skip the circle and mark opposite each candidate you support.
Sheriff Cox vows to recapture Charley Spragg who escaped Friday night by exploiting jail laxities. Spragg complained about dirty quarters and obtained a broom and a tub, swept refuse into the tub, covered it with a blanket, then used a ladder and a blanket rope to scale the wall and reach the yard.
Joe Woolley is expected to return home from Fitzgerald Georgia this week according to family and local notices. The report notes travel plans and imminent homecoming for Woolley.
The miss Thompson family visited Franklin with friends on Sunday. Henry Hartman of Wayne township was in the city today for a brief stay.
Sheriff Cox launches search for the escaped prisoner after a delayed response and unsuccessful pursuit. Prosecutor Shea travels to Nashville, Swengel to represent the state, and E. W. Ayres of the Asphalt Company expected in Evansville soon. Episcopal ladies plan a picture sale at Mrs. Kerr’s home while wartime rumors float and postal workers consider enlistment. Mr. Driver recovers and returns to the streets.
The passage notes Miss Lillian Fitz-White and her missionary ties in Africa, cousin to ex-President Harrison and former member of William J. Bryan's Sunday school class. Mrs. U. S. Grant is reported with impaired sight yet in good health and planning memoirs for her descendants. Congregationalist voices advocate broader education for mothers and families. Vassar students press for later lights out. faculty deny change, and the students win an ultimatum.
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