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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1897
Page
2
Unclear note cites Dun and Bradstreet remarks as concerns rise over ongoing wear and lagging adoption by nearby firms. Mentions four lar and concede points, but no concrete names or dates provided.
A prominent Democrat told us yesterday that Democrats chase a shadow, but times are improving and this cannot be denied.
A political message states that the colored man owes his right of suffrage and freedom to the republican party and urges voting for Lee.
The piece argues Lee could win Congress if Republicans turnout while noting farm mortgage relief in the district. It criticizes populists and recounts Democratic populist cross endorsements, arguing Bryan's possible win would have worsened farmers’ and the nation’s finances. The era’s optimism is urged as farm products rise and industry runs at full capacity.
A prominent Democrat stated yesterday that conditions are better than in four years. He argued that once the tariff bill became law, factories across the nation began operation again, signaling renewed industrial activity.
A political appeal stresses rate changes under different administrations and urges Democrats to vote early while urging Republicans to turnout. It praises Union veterans and African American enfranchisement and calls for strong party loyalty in the Fourth District.
Local items list travel ads church notes and social updates. Aug 12 brings Columbus attractions and a big day at the driving park while residents report illness and daily chores in Franklin Street neighborhoods.
A satirical stem from a Columbus paper mocks the Star man’s stance on a controversial purchase of hoop poles. The piece frames Samuel the prophet as asserting the Star man acted unjustly, prompting hair pulling and garment tearing over alleged wrongful arrest during a prior term.
Republicans in the Fourth congressional district are urged to poll a full vote to show opponents that Republican strength remains. The piece argues that Democratic hopes on sound money and farm prosperity have faded since last fall, citing the Dingley tariff act and improvements in currency and industry as justification for favorable Republican outcomes.
The Sentinel highlights its wide state coverage and dispatches from abroad. It notes Republican control of government and urges readers to rely on a state paper for abundant news and timely updates.
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