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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1897
Page
2
The piece notes rising wheat and hog values and upcoming election next Tuesday. It highlights Bryan and Hanna’s political impact, praises the G A R hall plans, and honors C W Lree for his wartime service. Governor Gage and the Dingley tariff law are discussed with Secretary Hay and Ambassador Salisbury.
The text notes the errors and contradictions that have created extensive difficulties for those charged with administering prior tariff laws.
A fragment notes a visit by eastern sightseers to a Dan Stuart arena event. A Chicago telegraph operator, part of a festive party, is described as returning home after the show. The snippet hints at the social mood following a public spectacle in the East.
The article notes Rev. C E Hester's wife illness, a poorly attended camp meeting week, and improvements to the Star’s appearance. It mentions Nora Nading heading to Shelbyville, a romance involving Mary and fighter James Fitzsimmons, and local social notes including marriages, visits, and an upcoming Aug 12 Columbus celebration at the Driving Park.
Notice invites laborers of Columbus to a Brushcreek picnic on August 5 with a 9 am and 12 30 pm round trip for 25 cents. Includes names Jones and Lambert and the old G A R Hall for the gathering.
The Indianapolis Sentinel touts updates on McKinley era policy and state capital news for the coming year. It advertises daily and weekly rates and claims vast circulation, urging readers to subscribe and remit for the Indiana state paper. Household goods include Lion coffee and canned fruits with price cuts.
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